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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 7
Some clarity halfway through spring camp 
The midway point through Spring Training brings a little more clarity to the roster competitions going on in camp for the San Diego Padres with almost three weeks to go.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
Padres Stars Send Clear Message to MLB on Potential Salary Cap
San Diego Padres players are taking a firm stance on a potential MLB salary cap with this latest message. Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth revealed players across the league wholeheartedly agree on one thing: there should be no salary cap in MLB.
Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
Padres Manager Reveals Latest on Nick Pivetta's Arm Fatigue
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen provided an update on right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta, whose scheduled Cactus League start on Sunday was pushed back due to arm fatigue.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
Predicting Padres-Red Sox Blockbuster Trade for $12.75 Million Star
The San Diego Padres have one of baseball's best lineups and arguably the best bullpen in Major League Baseball. Their starting rotation has the chance to be one of MLB's worst.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Jake Cronenworth News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
MLB Has Already Told Players They Will Lock Them Out, Says Padres Star
The current Major League Baseball Collective Bargaining Agreement is set to expire on Dec. 1 following the 2026 season. According to San Diego Padres star
Ethan Salas News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
Why This Padres Top Prospect Isn’t Close — And Why That’s Okay
The San Diego Padres believe they have their catcher of the future in the organization in 19-year-old Ethan Salas. When he ultimately takes that role is anyone's best guess at this point in time.
Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 7
Padres' Jackson Merrill Predicted to Have Major Bounce Back, Slug Career-High in Home Runs
San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill is predicted to have a bounce back 2026 season, slugging a career-high in home runs while regaining his rookie year magic.
Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
Padres' Nick Pivetta Dealing With Arm Fatigue, Has Scheduled Start Pushed Back
The San Diego Padres have pushed back right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta's next scheduled spring start due to arm fatigue, per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
Craig Stammen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 6
Craig Stammen gets brutally honest on managing Padres for first time
The San Diego Padres are looking to get over the hump; they’ve made it to the postseason in four of the past six seasons, and they were ever so close to getting over the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Griffin Canning News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
When Will Griffin Canning Return From Injury For Padres?
Griffin Canning was enjoying a career year with the New York Mets in 2025 when one step changed everything. Canning took a step off the mound in the third inning of a late-June game against the Atlanta Braves.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
Fernando Tatis Jr Sends Clear Message to Padres About His Spot in Lineup
Fernando Tatis Jr had a clear message for the San Diego Padres about his spot in the lineup. Ahead of the 2026 season, manager Craig Stammen has been experimenting with different leadoff hitters this spring.
Walker Buehler News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
Padres' Walker Buehler Reveals Shocking Health Update After First Cactus League Start
San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler made his Cactus League debut on Thursday, pitching three innings while allowing two runs. Buehler averaged 92.4 mph on his fastball, which he said was a little under where he wants it to be.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
Padres Opening Day Roster Projection 2.0: Injuries, Breakout Stars Shake Up Battle
Opening Day is less than three weeks away, and the competitions for the San Diego Padres' final roster spots are heating up. Injuries have opened the door to some new competitions, while surprise players have inserted themselves into the races.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 6
Padres Notes: Sung-Mun Song Injury, Major Roster Cuts, Walker Buehler Chose SD Over Phillies
The San Diego Padres trounced the Seattle Mariners, 27-6, on Thursday afternoon to improve to 6-7 overall during spring training. The monumental victory over Seattle was the second-highest run total a team has put together in a Cactus League game.
Walker Buehler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5
Padres’ Walker Buehler reveals when his elbow stopped hurting after Tommy John surgery
Walker Buehler was forced to undergo Tommy John surgery back in 2022 when he was playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The injury forced him to miss the entire 2023 campaign.
Joe Musgrove News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4
Padres’ Joe Musgrove accomplishes impressive feat in return from Tommy John surgery
The San Diego Padres are hoping to have a strong season this year, and one of the things to be excited about is the return of veteran right-hander Joe Musgrove.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / March 4
Which Padres Are in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?
The World Baseball Classic is officially underway, with exhibition games kicking off on Tuesday and the first pool play game occurring on Wednesday. As
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 3
How Will The Padres Round Out Their Rotation?
Barring injury, the Padres will open the season with an established top three in their rotation. Nick Pivetta, Michael King and Joe Musgrove have the upside to be one of the best top halves in the National League.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 3
Padres Have Made a Big Fernando Tatis Jr. Mistake
The San Diego Padres are gearing up for another competitive season with a largely untouched offensive core, led once again by right-fielder Fernando Tatis Jr.
Blake Hunt News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 2
Padres’ Blake Hunt Shut Down Due To Oblique Injury
The Padres recently shut down catcher Blake Hunt due to an oblique injury, as reported by Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Hunt’s exact timeline for return to action isn’t currently known, but he figures to be sidelined for the foreseeable future.
Alex Verdugo News / Yardbarker / March 1
Padres take low-cost flier on Alex Verdugo
The San Diego Padres had been interested in outfielder Alex Verdugo in the past.
Drew Brees News / Yardbarker / February 26
Former Chargers quarterback could be part of Padres future
Quarterback Drew Brees spent the first five years of his Hall of Fame career with the then San Diego Chargers. He may be a part of the San Diego sports landscape once again.
Matt Waldron News / Yardbarker / February 24
Padres' Matt Waldron faces setback after minor procedure; rotation depth clouds role
San Diego Padres right-hander Matt Waldron experienced a setback in camp Tuesday after the knuckleballer underwent a minor procedure to treat an infection in his "rear end," according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
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