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On YouTubeD.J. Snelten News / Gaslamp Ball / December 30
Who is D.J. Snelten, and why did the Padres sign him? 
Rarely is a player who last appeared in the majors nearly a decade ago projected to make an impact on a baseball season. D.J. Snelten is a hard-throwing
Blake Hunt News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 30
Padres Sign Blake Hunt To Minor League Deal
The Padres have signed catcher Blake Hunt to a minor league deal, as noted in the transactions tracker on Hunt’s MLB.com profile page. Hunt’s deal was first reported by MadFriars earlier this month.
Jhonkensy Noel News / Gaslamp Ball / December 28
Padres need to take flyer on Jhonkensy Noel
The San Diego Padres need to replenish their minor league system after President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller dealt away the depth at last summer’s trade deadline.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 28
Market for NPB infielder Kazuma Okamoto heating up
The posting window for Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto is set to close at 5:00 PM on January 4. His market is starting to heat up as the deadline approaches.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 28
Michael King Comments on Return to Padres With $75 Million Deal
Over three weeks after losing star pitcher Dylan Cease in free agency, the San Diego Padres received positive news after signing starting pitcher Michael King to a three-year, $75 million deal.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / December 27
Padres add infielder, multiple minor league contracts
With the signing of former KBO Gold Glove infielder Sung-Mun Song, the San Diego Padres added depth to their roster. Based on the experience with former Padre Ha-Seong Kim, the organization and Padres fans should not expect Song to be a starter in 2026.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / December 27
Padres should look to veteran Chris Bassitt to address pitching needs
It is no secret the San Diego Padres need to add to their starting rotation. Michael King was signed to a three-year, $75 million contract and has been the biggest free agent splash of the offseason for San Diego.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / December 27
Padres have unexpected option to boost their outfield
Another unexpected option could also see time on the grass in 2026.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 27
Padres Sign 6-foot-7 Pitcher With 103-MPH Fastball
D.J. Snelten's major league career consists of four appearances out of the San Francisco Giants' bullpen in 2018. His last season in affiliated baseball was 2023, when the left-hander had a 7.50 ERA for the New York Yankees' Triple-A affiliate.
Sung-Mun Song News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 26
Padres Considering Song In Outfield
San Diego landed Sung Mun Song on a four-year, $15MM deal last week. The KBO star is headed toward a versatile role with the Padres, which could include opportunities in the outfield.
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.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 26
Michael King Sends Message to Padres Fans
The San Diego Padres received a major boost in free agency when pitcher Michael King re-signed with the team on Dec. 19. The news was a shock to many, as King was predicted to return to the East Coast, where he grew up and began his Major League Baseball career.
A.J. Preller News / Gaslamp Ball / December 24
Sung-Mun Song introduced to San Diego
On Dec. 23, A.J. Preller and the San Diego Padres introduced their new infielder from Korea, Sung-Mun Song. After flying to San Diego from Korea on Friday, Dec.
Luis Arraez News / Gaslamp Ball / December 23
Do not dismiss Padres, Arraez reunion just yet
The San Diego Padres seem to be in a festive mood during the holiday season. Michael King returned to the fold after agreeing to a three-year, $75 million contract, and do not dismiss another reunion occurring with Luis Arraez before the start of Spring Training.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / December 23
Garrett Hawkins, Miguel Mendez ready to impress
There are still some upper-level prospects available to help the San Diego Padres in 2026. President of baseball operations A.J. Preller traded multiple top players from within the team’s minor league system at the trade deadline in 2025, but there are still a handful close to major-league ready to help in the coming season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 24
Pirates land All-Star slugger they've been looking for in Ryan O’Hearn
The Pirates have not had a winning season in nearly a decade and are trying to change that this offseason.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 22
Former Padres Pitcher Dies Suddenly at 61
Mike Campbell's career with the San Diego Padres was brief but surprisingly memorable. Campbell appeared in only three games for the Padres in 1994, a season that ended in August due to a strike by the MLB Players' Association.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / December 21
Sung-Mun Song signs 4-year deal with Padres
According to a report from Ronald Blum of The Associated Press the San Diego Padres and free agent infielder Sung-Mun Song have signed a deal to bring the KBO star to San Diego.
San Diego Padres News / New Baseball Media / December 20
Padres to Sign Sung Mun Song: What to Make of Move
The past few days have been busy for the San Diego Padres. One day after retaining Michael King, the Padres have reportedly agreed to bring in KBO star Sung Mun Song.
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19
Padres To Sign José Miranda To Minor League Deal
The Padres have agreed to a minor league deal with infielder José Miranda, reports Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. The Boras Corporation client also receives an invite to big league camp in spring training.
San Diego Padres News / Total Apex Sports / December 19
Korean Star Song Sung-mun Signs With the San Diego Padres
If there is one thing we know about San Diego Padres GM A.J. Preller, it’s that the man treats the offseason like an all-you-can-eat buffet—he simply cannot leave a talented plate untouched.
Michael King News / Just Baseball / December 19
San Diego Padres Re-Sign Michael King to Three-Year, $75 Million Deal
Heading into the offseason, the biggest question for the San Diego Padres is: What would the rotation look like on Opening Day? By the end of the season, it appeared almost certain that Dylan Cease would be pitching elsewhere, and that expectation became reality when he signed with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Yu Darvish News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Padres' Yu Darvish Sends MLB Retirement Message on Monday
The San Diego Padres enter the 2026 season facing significant uncertainty, with payroll limitations curbing the typically aggressive approach of general manager A.J.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / December 12
Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. Makes Announcement on Friday
The San Diego Padres are heading into 2026 in a period of transition. Former manager Mike Shildt has retired, with Craig Stammen stepping in to lead the club.
Yu Darvish News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10
Yu Darvish’s son Shoei makes his college decision
Yu Darvish’s son is headed to a very fitting university. On Tuesday, UC San Diego officially announced their 2026 signing class. Headlining the list of eight newcomers is Shoei Darvish, the son of the San Diego Padres pitcher Yu.
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