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San Diego Padres News / ESPN / November 13

Padres to explore options, including sale of team

Padres chairman John Seidler on Thursday said his family is in the process of exploring "strategic options" for the franchise, including selling the team.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 13

Former Padres Catcher Announces Immediate Retirement, Begins Coaching Career: Report

Less than a month after it appeared former Padres catcher Austin Nola would continue his journeyman career with the Atlanta Braves, it now appears the 35-year-old backstop is retiring.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Sporting News / November 13

Padres make firm Fernando Tatis Jr. trade decision amid rumors

The Padres cleared the air on the Fernando Tatis Jr. trade rumors.

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Yu Darvish News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Yu Darvish Delivers Crucial Update After a Devastating Season-Ending Surgery

Just when you thought the San Diego Padres’ offseason couldn’t get any more chaotic, it did. In a move that shocked absolutely no one who has been paying attention, but still stings like a fresh wound, star pitcher Yu Darvish will sit out the entire 2026 season.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / November 13

Notable update emerges about Fernando Tatis Jr.'s future

The San Diego Padres may now have a new manager, but they won’t be trying for a new right fielder on top of it.

Why Padres should not give up on Fernando Tatis Jr. yet

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San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12

MLB news: Dylan Cease draws hilarious Bob Dylan analogy from Scott Boras

MLB conversations picked up speed in Las Vegas at the 2025 annual MLB General Managers Meetings, where talk surrounding Dylan Cease’s upcoming free agency quickly rose into one of the loudest topics after MLB super agent Scott Boras offered a sharp Bob Dylan analogy that pushed MLB offseason rumors across every platform.

Travis Jankowski News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 12

Former Padres Outfielder, First-Round Pick Retires Immediately, Becomes MLB Coach

Former Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski was among a slate of new hires announced to Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker's staff on Wednesday. Jankowski will be the Rangers' first base coach, effectively ending his major league playing career after 11 seasons.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 12

Padres Could Change Ruben Niebla's Role for 2026 Season

The San Diego Padres made the bold decision to hire a first-time manager in Craig Stammen — one of the few former relief pitchers to take over a clubhouse.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 12

Padres' AJ Preller Provides Update on Contract Extension

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller addressed his contract, which is up after the upcoming season. Preller has led a golden era of baseball in San Diego, attracting stars to the team and constructing rosters that have advanced deep into the postseason.

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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.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

How do Padres plan to improve pitching rotation?

The Padres’ top priority in the offseason was plain for anyone to see. Even before the announcement that Yu Darvish would miss the 2026 season following UCL surgery, San Diego was already faced with the potential losses of Dylan Cease and Michael King to free agency.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 11

Padres Star Predicted to Land With Astros in Blockbuster Deal

MLB insider Jon Morosi predicted San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease to switch to the American League and join the Houston Astros during his free agency this offseason.

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San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 11

Why Padres should not give up on Fernando Tatis Jr. yet

The Padres should be building around Tatis Jr.

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

Padres RHP Yu Darvish out for 2026 season after UCL surgery

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 10

Padres, Fernando Tatis Jr. Trade Report Emerges

The San Diego Padres have continued to suffer early postseason exits. After finishing the regular season with a 90–72 record, San Diego lost in the NL Wild Card round to the Chicago Cubs.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Padres’ All-Star reliever gives injury timeline for return

2026 will look very different for the San Diego Padres. Craig Stammen is the new manager of the ball club after Mike Shildt’s sudden retirement. After a miserable exit to the postseason after losing to the Chicago Cubs, the Padres are hoping to see some things go their way in 2026.

Dylan Cease News / Just Baseball / November 10

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Dylan Cease

This offseason, many major league clubs will hope to improve their rotation with another impact arm. They’ll find themselves bidding against one another in free agency for the same few starting pitchers with frontline potential.

Craig Stammen News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

New Padres manager Craig Stammen will have experienced staffer to lean on

The 41-year-old doesn’t have any prior coaching experience, but he’ll be able to lean on a familiar face for at least a couple of seasons.

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Michael King News / Just Baseball / November 8

Top Landing Spots For Free Agent Michael King

With the World Series all wrapped up, the Major League Baseball offseason is upon us. That means free agency is here. Players will be moving teams over the coming months as we soldier on through the long winter to the 2026 season.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Padres React to Fernando Tatis Jr. News on Friday

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has established himself as one of the best players in Major League Baseball over the past few years. This past year was his sixth season playing.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 6

Padres' new skipper has zero managerial experience

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

The San Diego Padres on Thursday announced the hiring of their 22nd manager, naming former big-league reliever Craig Stammen as their next skipper. The 41-year-old, who signed a three-year deal, has no managerial experience.

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Craig Stammen News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6