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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 29
Padres handed first sweep of ‘26 by former NLCS opponent 
No team has truly had the San Diego Padres’ number this year. The Philadelphia Phillies certainly did this week, becoming the first team of 2026 to sweep the Friars.
Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 29
Padres Notes: SD Officially Releases Infielder, Joe Musgrove Could Have Another Surgery, More
The San Diego Padres released a first baseman that originally inked a minor league deal this past spring, but hasn't played since May 15 after exiting early with an unknown injury.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / May 29
The Padres Have Helped Gavin Sheets’ Career Take Off
When Gavin Sheets was selected in the second round (49th pick) of the 2017 MLB Draft by the Chicago White Sox, the expectation was simple: he was supposed to become a middle-of-the-order power bat.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?
Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres' Jackson Merrill Addresses Brutal Early Season Struggles
The San Diego Padres have seen some real problems from multiple star players at the plate this season. San Diego's offense has been one of the bigger storylines around the club this season, with the team being incredibly inconsistent from game to game.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Freddy Fermin News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres' Freddy Fermin Addresses Role as Starting Catcher Amid Struggles
The San Diego Padres have put a lot of stock in Freddy Fermin. After acquiring the catcher at last summer's trade deadline for two young and controllable starting pitchers, the Padres gave him the first starting job of his career in 2026.
Tarik Skubal News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres, Dodgers Expected to Compete for Tarik Skubal in Blockbuster Trade
The San Diego Padres are expected to be very aggressive ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline this summer. The Padres have a team that has proven it can compete in the National League, giving the front office the possible green light to be active.
Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres' Joe Musgrove Could Undergo Another Surgery
The San Diego Padres could be forced to face another unfortunate reality when it comes to the recovery of right-handed pitcher Joe Musgrove. The veteran has been recovering from a setback that he suffered in the spring, pushing back his start to the year.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 28
Debunking the Padres trade rumors
It is hard to imagine, but the 2026 MLB season is heading into June. Clubs will begin evaluating their rosters and identifying their weaknesses. Then, decide which players from other teams to target at the trade deadline.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres Officially Release First Baseman, Who Immediately Finds New Home
The San Diego Padres released a first baseman/designated hitter after just a few months in the organization. It didn't take him long to find a new home.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres Announce Starting Pitchers for Weekend Series vs Nationals
The San Diego Padres are traveling to Washington, D.C. this weekend to face the Nationals in a three-game series. The Padres (31-24) are coming off a series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Craig Stammen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Craig Stammen accepts responsibility for Padres’ offensive woes
The San Diego Padres are tied for second in the NL West currently. Despite the winning record, the Padres’ offense has been a disaster and has continued to struggle during their four-game losing streak.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 28
Padres Notes: Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta Return Timelines, Jackson Merrill Struggles, More
The San Diego Padres lost to the Philadelphia Phillies, 3-0, on Wednesday afternoon and fell to 31-24 on the year. Walker Buehler went 5.1 innings and allowed two earned runs on three hits while striking out a pair of Philadelphia batters as he was charged with his third loss of the year.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 27
Padres finish first third of season with abysmal homestand
The San Diego Padres completed their longest homestand of the season by being swept. The Philadelphia Phillies, who had been in a slump of their own, got well against the Padres.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27
Ben Verlander just dropped an extremely bold Padres-Adley Rutschman trade prediction
The San Diego Padres are finding ways to win games despite their lackluster offensive performance. However, the Padres know they need to be better in order to make any noise in the postseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 27
Analyst makes surprising trade-deadline prediction for Padres
As we inch closer to the All-Star break, more trade speculations and rumors continue to arise. MLB analyst Ben Verlander made a bold prediction of the San Diego Padres trading for Baltimore Orioles star catcher Adley Rutschman at the trade deadline.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 27
Game 55: Philadelphia Phillies at San Diego Padres
Philadelphia Phillies (28-27) at San Diego Padres (31-23), May 27, 2026, 1:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 27
Slug from Manny Machado, Ramon Laureano not enough to power San Diego to win
It was another rough game for the San Diego Padres. After dropping three straight, the Padres have lost the series to the Philadelphia Phillies and will attempt to stave off the sweep in this afternoon’s finale.
Manny Machado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27
Padres’ Manny Machado hits team with harsh reality about pathetic offense, with a catch
The San Diego Padres got some uplifting injury news recently, but their hitting woes have been dragging down the team. And Manny Machado hit the Padres with a harsh reality about the pathetic offense — but there’s a catch, according to a post on X by Marty Caswell.
San Diego Padres News / Total Pro Sports / May 27
MLB News: San Diego Padres To Get Rotation Boost With All-Star Pitcher
The San Diego Padres have managed to stay firm in the NL West race, irrespective of one major missing piece in the rotation. Now, that missing piece may finally be inching closer to a return.
Manny Machado News / Athlon Sports / May 26
Padres' Manny Machado Makes Admission After Phillies Game
The San Diego Padres sit at 31-22 and second in the National League West, but a 3-0 shutout loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday raised familiar questions about an offense that has squandered opportunities.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Yardbarker / May 25
Where did Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.'s power go?
A total of 379 players have hit at least one home run this season entering Monday. San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. is not one of them.
Joe Musgrove News / Athlon Sports / May 25
Joe Musgrove on Verge of Key Step Toward Return for Padres
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove has not appeared in a game since Oct. 2, 2024, leaving Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves because of elbow stiffness.
Aroldis Chapman News / Yardbarker / May 24
There's already a potential trade destination for Aroldis Chapman
It won't be much of a surprise to see multiple teams keep tabs on Chapman, who's gotten his career back on track in Boston. According to USA Today insider Bob Nightengale, that's already the case.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / May 23
Miguel Andújar’s Contract Has Been a Major Win for the Padres
One of the biggest talking points in baseball is the San Diego Padres‘ offense and its struggles. This concept isn’t new. Look no further than 2024, when the team infamously went scoreless for 15 innings and ultimately lost to the Dodgers in the NLDS.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21
Padres Shopping For Bullpen Help
The Padres have the one of the best bullpens in baseball, but president of baseball operations A.J. Preller is seemingly never content with his roster and always in the process of searching for upgrades.
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