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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / January 29
Padres need to settle the 1B debate before Spring Training 
February is the month when Major League Baseball teams begin to gather at their Spring Training facilities. The San Diego Padres look like a postseason contender on paper, but the front office must settle the first base debate before the opening of full squad workouts in Peoria.
Luis Arraez News / Yardbarker / January 29
Three potential landing spots for Luis Arraez
Luis Arraez is the type of player that is difficult to put a price tag on in the modern game.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Marco Gonzales News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Padres To Sign Marco Gonzales To Minor League Deal
The Padres and left-hander Marco Gonzales have agreed to a minor league deal with an invite to major league spring training, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 29
Remembering Yu Darvish's Legacy As He Contemplates Retirement
Yu Darvish announced this week that he is considering retirement. After early reports suggested a confirmed decision, he took to X to clarify the situation.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 28
Is an Impact Bat or Rotation Depth More Important as Padres Look for New Additions?
The Padres’ offseason has continued to be headlined by rumors rather than actual additions, as they’ve watched National League rivals like the Dodgers, Mets and Cubs bolster their rosters in preparation for 2026.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 28
Padres Looking to Add All-Star Zac Gallen to Rotation In 2026
The Padres are looking into signing All-Star pitcher Zac Gallen to bolster their rotation heading into spring training. Gallen is an arm the Padres know well.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28
1 last-minute signing Padres must make before spring training
The San Diego Padres have had a quiet winter, not going after free agents nor being involved in any trades. Compared to the last few offseasons, that hasn’t been the case.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 28
Padres Lefty Will Compete in the World Baseball Classic as Team Japan Announces Roster
Team Japan has announced its roster for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, and Padres reliever Yuki Matsui was named as one of eight MLB players selected to represent the country.
Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 28
Breaking Down the Luis Arraez Market and Why He's Still Unsigned
If someone told you a few months ago that Luis Arraez would still be unsigned heading into February, you would’ve thought they were crazy. Yet that’s the state of the modern MLB.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
CJ Abrams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28
Insider floats Padres as potential CJ Abrams trade destination
With rumors surrounding the San Diego Padres on the type of moves the team will make in the offseason, there is one player who has been linked to them, as fans will see a familiar face.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 28
The Padres are in the Mix for C.J. Abrams - If They Can Afford Him
There’s another former player on the Padres’ radar alongside pitcher Nick Martinez: C.J. Abrams. The All-Star shortstop was traded to the Nationals in the Juan Soto deal that will forever be remembered as general manager A.J.
Jake Cronenworth News / Gaslamp Ball / January 27
Padres’ Jake Cronenworth’s versatility key to 2026 success
It is hard to imagine that San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth is entering his seventh season with the franchise. A feat that should not be dismissed, as his versatility to play multiple infield positions could be key to the Padres’ success in 2026.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 27
Stat Predictions for the Padres Outfield in 2026 - Will They Be the Best Trio in Baseball?
The brightest positional outlook for the Padres heading into the 2026 season is the outfield. The trio of Fernando Tatis Jr., Jackson Merrill and Ramón Laureano will see its first full season together, and with other parts of the roster still in question, the group will be asked to carry a heavy load.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 27
Ken Rosenthal says the quiet part out loud about Luis Arraez’s free agency
Luis Arraez is one of the game’s best hitters. He has elite vision, even though he does not take many walks. Arraez is a great clubhouse player, but his inability to hit for power is making it tough for him to earn a contract he feels he deserves.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / January 27
A Former Padres Pitcher Could Be the Answer to the Offseason
Former Padres pitcher Nick Martinez remains one of the better free-agent arms on the market, and a reunion with his former club is beginning to make sense.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / January 26
Padres prospects poorly regarded among pundits
As of today, there are 15 days until San Diego Padres pitchers and catchers report to Peoria, Ariz. for their physicals prior to the start of Spring Training.
Yu Darvish News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 26
Why Padres pitcher Yu Darvish voiding contract would be ‘pretty rare’
The San Diego Padres are navigating an unusual offseason situation involving Yu Darvish, as questions surrounding his contract, injury status, and potential retirement continue to unfold.
Luis Arraez News / Total Pro Sports / January 26
MLB Rumors: Padres Could Pull Off The Perfect Deal To Replace Luis Arraez
The San Diego Padres’ offseason has been pretty bleak. The franchise is dealing with ownership issues, and they lost Dylan Cease in free agency to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / January 25
Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. Sends Message to MLB Free Agent on Sunday
The San Diego Padres are looking to retain their positioning as a contender heading into the 2026 MLB season, but limited payroll flexibility has led to a more underwhelming offseason from the front office.
Yu Darvish News / Yardbarker / January 24
Yu Darvish decision can make drastic impact on San Diego Padres
Yu Darvish is in a position that could have a significant impact on the San Diego Padres.
Manny Machado News / Athlon Sports / January 20
Padres React to Manny Machado Announcement on Tuesday
The San Diego Padres are heading into the 2026 MLB season looking to extend the team’s current contending window. Expectations have cooled as San Diego’s payroll flexibility has been limited this offseason compared to recent years.
Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / January 20
Padres reportedly enter Freddy Peralta sweepstakes
Peralta had an impressive season as the Brewers ace in 2025.
Nick Pivetta News / Just Baseball / January 17
Should the Padres Trade Nick Pivetta?
The San Diego Padres have made serious moves this offseason to gear up for another deep postseason run. Payroll has been a major topic of discussion, and
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Sung Mun Song To Miss Four Weeks Recovering From Oblique Injury
Padres infielder Sung Mun Song will require about four weeks of recovery time due to an oblique injury, according to Jeeho Yoo of the Yonhap News Agency. Song sustained the injury during a recent batting practice session.
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