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Jackson Merrill lifts Padres to series win over Red Sox

Jackson Merrill's leadoff home run in the eighth inning lifted the visiting San Diego Padres to a series-clinching, 8-6 win over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon.

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Says He's Learned How to Mature in MLB Career

Since entering the big leagues, Fernando Tatis Jr. has been one of the more exciting players in all of baseball. His ability to make incredible plays mixed with towering home run, has earned him a strong reputation around MLB — and he helps to give the San Diego Padres a chance to win each time out.

Sung-Mun Song News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 5

Padres' Sung-Mun Song Not Expected to Come Off Injured List When Eligible

San Diego Padres infielder Sung-Mun Song opened the season on the injured list and is not expected to return as soon as he is eligible this week. Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune provided the latest update Song, who the Padres signed this offseason to a four-year, $15 million deal.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 5

Game 9: San Diego Padres at Boston Red Sox

San Diego Padres (3-5) at Boston Red Sox (2-6), April 5, 2026, 10:35 a.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Fenway Park – Boston, Mass. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Latest Joe Musgrove Update Spells Bad News for Him Returning to Padres Soon

The San Diego Padres have eagerly awaited the return of All-Star pitcher Joe Musgrove, but the latest update indicates that won't be any time soon. Musgrove spoke with the Times of San Diego's Barry M.

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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 5

Offense shows life, Padres head into first rubber match of the season

Yesterday’s game saw this San Diego Padres club do something it hasn’t shown yet this season: fight. After having a 2-1 lead over the Boston Red Sox for most of the game (in large part due to Randy Vásquez’s sheer force of will), Adrian Morejon came in to pitch the eighth inning.

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Padres Notes: Infielder Calls Red Sox Fans 'Mean', Xander Bogaerts Message to Roman Anthony, More

The San Diego Padres beat the Boston Red Sox, 3-2, in a much-needed win on Saturday at Fenway Park. The Padres got another quality start from right-handed pitcher Randy Vásquez, who allowed one run over six innings with three strikeouts.

Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres' Manny Machado Backtracks on Initial ABS Declaration

San Diego Padres superstar Manny Machado was firm in his stance about the ABS Challenge System early in spring training. “I don’t like it," Machado blatantly said earlier this spring before leaving for the World Baseball Classic.

Ramon Laureano News / Field Level Media / April 4

Ramon Laureano leads Padres over Red Sox with 9th inning single

Ramon Laureano's two-out RBI single in the top of the ninth inning propelled the visiting San Diego Padres to a 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox in the second of a three-game series on Saturday.

Xander Bogaerts News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres' Xander Bogaerts Sends Message to Red Sox's Budding Superstar

Xander Bogaerts was once a generational star for the Boston Red Sox. The shortstop was called up by the Red Sox from Triple-A Pawtucket in August 2013.

MLB News / Sport Relay / April 4

Padres Even Series With Win Over Red Sox

The San Diego Padres even up the series with a 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday inside Fenway Park. Randy Vasquez earned the win, pitching six innings of one-run ball, striking out three hitters.

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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.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 4

Fernando Tatis Jr. erases ugly day at plate with two-out double off Aroldis Chapman, scores winning run

San Diego Padres star right-fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. struggled at the plate with four strikeouts in his first four appearances against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, Saturday.

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Padres' Craig Stammen Announces Reason for Jackson Merrill's Removal From Lineup

The San Diego Padres have gotten off to a rough start during the 2026 MLB season, losing five of their first seven games. The lineup has been inconsistent, and one player who has not met expectations so far is Jackson Merrill.

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Game 8: San Diego Padres at Boston Red Sox

San Diego Padres (2-5) at Boston Red Sox (2-5), April 4, 2026, 1:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Fenway Park – Boston, Mass. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Padres' Craig Stammen Sends Message to Hitters Amid Major Struggles

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen had a message for his hitters, who have struggled to start the 2026 season. On Wednesday, the Padres defeated the San Francisco Giants by a score of 7-1.

Ty France News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

'Boston Fans Are Mean': Padres Infielder Talks Facing Red Sox

San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France discussed facing the Boston Red Sox, a team he is familiar with from his time with the Toronto Blue Jays. France kept things simple when discussing the American League East squad and its fans while saying Boston is his favorite road ballpark to play in.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres Lineup vs Red Sox: Jackson Merrill Out as SD Makes Massive Changes to Order

The San Diego Padres are looking to get back in the win column after a 5-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Friday that moved them to 2-5 on the year. The Padres are yet to win a first or second game of a series this year, but will look to change that by taking down the Red Sox on Saturday.

Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / April 4

Friars’ loss highlights Stammen’s poor bullpen management

With another difficult loss for the San Diego Padres, the Friars are in last place in the National League West with a 2-5 record. While the offense has been troubling, the real story of the day (and the last week) has been skipper Craig Stammen’s managing of the relief group.

Xander Bogaerts News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Xander Bogaerts Reveals Major Difference Between Red Sox, Padres

When the San Diego Padres signed star infielder Xander Bogaerts to his massive 11-year, $280 million deal a few years ago, there was real optimism around the move.

Walker Buehler News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres Notes: Top Prospect Faces Suspension, SD Linked to Trade, Walker Buehler Talks Dodgers

The San Diego Padres lost to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday by a score of 5-2 in the first of three games between the teams this weekend. The Padres mustered just two runs in the fifth inning thanks to some help from the sun.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 4

Opening week was a bit of a mess

The 2-4 record at the end of the first week of the 2026 season reflected less than good execution on multiple levels for the San Diego Padres. The starters

Ramon Laureano News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2

Padres’ Ramon Laureano is keeping it extra simple after lineup promotion

The San Diego Padres are seeing Ramon Laureano emerge as a key contributor, with his production and approach standing out early in the season. Following a recent move up in the lineup, Laureano delivered in a win over the San Francisco Giants while maintaining a simple, focused mindset at the plate.

Nick Pivetta News / Field Level Media / April 1