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3.44 ERA Pitcher Listed as Starter in San Diego Padres vs Tampa Bay Rays August 28th Matchup

As the San Diego Padres and Tampa Bay Rays embark on a new series, this should be a tough one for both sides. The Padres are currently 72-62, which puts them second in the NL West.

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Padres' New Owners Make Their Intentions Clear in Message to Fans

Earlier this week, José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones were officially announced as the new owners of the San Diego Padres. After the long record $3.9 billion sale process, the iconic franchise was finally able to hold a press conference with the new group, giving them a chance to speak directly to the fans.

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 28

Padres Roundup: Exciting Yu Darvish Development, Wild-Card Update, New Owners Committed

The San Diego Padres have an exciting development regarding veteran right-hander Yu Darvish. Darvish was last seen on an MLB mound in early October of last season.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Just Baseball / August 28

Fernando Tatis Jr. Keeps Proving the Doubters Wrong

It’s well known that Fernando Tatis Jr. is on one of the more impressive stretches of his career. Since the break, he’s slashing .314/.401/.650 with 12 home runs and 32 RBI for the San Diego Padres.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 27

Padres cling to final playoff spot

With 28 games remaining in the 2026 MLB regular season, the San Diego Padres are holding on to the final playoff spot by one game. After playing three series from August 17-26, the Friars fought through the inconsistency of their offense to post a 5-4 record over the nine games.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 27

Padres, Rays enter series in fine position amid tight races

The San Diego Padres and Tampa Bay Rays enter Friday's series opener in St. Petersburg, Fla., in the encouraging part of the standings above their respective cut lines.

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 27

Padres' Yu Darvish Announces Exciting Update Amid Surgery Recovery

Right-handed pitcher Yu Darvish has been out for the entire 2026 season after undergoing internal brace surgery over the offseason. Darvish immediately ruled himself out for the season following the surgery, with him pointing toward a 2027 return.

Jason Adam News / Gaslamp Ball / August 27

Padres’ plan for Jason Adam following extended stint on IL

The 2026 season has been very frustrating for San Diego Padres set-up reliever Jason Adam. He was exceptional in the late-inning role before handing the ball off to Padres closer Mason Miller.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 27

Padres Make Casey Mize Decision, Announce Starting Pitchers for Critical Series vs AL-Best Rays

The San Diego Padres are getting ready to face off against the Tampa Bay Rays on the road in a massive three-game series. San Diego is coming off a tough previous series that saw them lose two of three to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 27

Where the Padres Stand in the National League Wild-Card Race

After a rough stretch earlier this summer, the San Diego Padres have completely flipped the script. The Padres are putting together a strong 2026 season as the month of September approaches.

Eugenio Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27

Why Padres must claim Eugenio Suarez for stretch run after Reds put him on outright waivers

The San Diego Padres have played some of their best baseball since the All-Star break, strengthening their grip on a postseason spot and creating hope that they can make a serious run in October.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 27

Padres' New Owners Reaffirm Commitment to San Diego

The San Diego Padres officially have new owners, with José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones being introduced this week. The introductory press conference for the new majority owners was electric, as Jones and Feliciano brought great vibes.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 26

Padres shut out Pirates to salvage series finale

Jackson Merrill had two hits, including an RBI triple, and Randy Vasquez allowed one hit over five scoreless innings, fueling the host San Diego Padres to a 3-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.

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Jeremiah Estrada News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26

Padres Place Jeremiah Estrada On 15-Day IL

Reliever Jeremiah Estrada was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement, the Padres announced. The club recalled righty David Morgan to take his spot.

Casey Mize News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Padres get big Casey Mize update after recent injury scare

The San Diego Padres are hoping that Casey Mize will be just fine by the time he walks back to the mound next. He is lined up to pitch on Friday against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Padres’ Mason Miller calls himself an ‘idiot’ after HR-less streak ends in heartbreaking loss

Mason Miller has been the best relief pitcher in baseball ever since the San Diego Padres traded for him. The closer had a 0.77 ERA with the Padres last year, and his ERA is 0.96 this season.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Viral Sports News / August 25

San Diego Padres Make Fernando Tatis Jr. Announcement

The San Diego Padres entered their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates carrying both frustration and a bright piece of individual news. After dropping a 3-2 extra-inning decision in the opener, the club still had reason to celebrate Fernando Tatis Jr., who was named National League Player of the Week before the first pitch.

San Diego Padres News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'It’s Not Lip Service': New Padres Owner Drops Bold Message as New Era Begins

Despite multiple ownership changes and shifts in control of the franchise, the San Diego Padres have yet to win the World Series in the last three decades.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Fernando Tatis Jr. Wins Two MLB Awards After Grand Slam Robbery

Fernando Tatis Jr. has never been a stranger to the spotlight. After a slow start to the year, El Niño is heating up as the San Diego Padres look to secure an NL wild-card spot.

Dustin Harris News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

Padres Select Dustin Harris

The Padres announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Dustin Harris. Infielder Sung-Mun Song has been optioned to Triple-A El Paso in a corresponding active roster move.

Casey Mize News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Padres Receive Casey Mize Update After Freak Injury

The beginning of Casey Mize’s time with the San Diego Padres has been rocky, to say the least. But Saturday was the scariest moment yet for him. After the top of the second inning during San Diego’s 7-5 win over the Minnesota Twins, the 29-year-old suffered a right ankle sprain after slipping while walking down the dugout steps.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 23

Fernando Tatis Jr. hits two HRs as Padres complete sweep of Twins

Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice and knocked in four runs Sunday, while Jackson Merrill added a homer as the San Diego Padres finished off a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins by exploding late for an 8-1 win.

San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / August 23

Padres trade deadline addition gets hurt falling down dugout steps

One of the San Diego Padres’ major trade deadline additions got hurt in a fluke dugout accident. Starting pitcher Casey Mize had to leave Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Twins due to a sprained ankle he suffered walking into the dugout.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / August 22