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On YouTubeFernando Tatis Jr. News / Gaslamp Ball / March 21
Fernando Tatis Jr.: From El Niño to Padres run-producer 
Do not be fooled by the headline; Manny Machado is still the top run-producer for the San Diego Padres. But he deserves some assistance, and Fernando Tatis Jr.
Walker Buehler News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Padres To Select Walker Buehler
The Padres will carry Walker Buehler on their Opening Day roster, reports Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune. The veteran righty would have been able to request his release tomorrow if San Diego weren’t going to call him up.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Padres Have Clear Answer for Who Should Be Leadoff Hitter in Lineup
Less than a week before Opening Day, the San Diego Padres have a clear answer for who should be their leadoff hitter this season. Manager Craig Stammen has experimented with the lineup all spring as he planned to use different versions of the batting order all season.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Ty France News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Padres Non-Roster Invite Hints at Major Announcement
The San Diego Padres have a decision to make regarding non-roster invite Ty France, who's with the team in spring training on a minor league deal. It appears that decision is imminent.
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.
A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
What Padres' AJ Preller Is Telling Us — Without Saying It
For the last few years, president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has made a blockbuster move late in spring training. Last February, the San Diego Padres signed pitcher Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million contract.
Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Rival Scout Takes 6-Word Shot at Padres' Nick Pivetta Ahead of Season
As the San Diego Padres prepare for the start of the new MLB season, the big question around the team comes from the starting rotation. This is clearly the main weakness of the team this season, and it's something that San Diego will have to deal with to open the year.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Padres Officially Release 7 Players From Organization, Including Former Top Prospect
The San Diego Padres released seven players from the organization this week as spring training rolls on. Right-handed pitchers Kevin Kopps, Adam Conrad,
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Former Padres Outfielder Dies at 84
Former San Diego Padres outfielder Larry Stahl, a left-handed hitter who spent 10 seasons navigating the margins of major league rosters, died March 17 in Caseyville, Illinois.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Fernando Tatis Jr. bringing World Baseball Classic ‘energy’ back to Padres
The World Baseball Classic featured plenty of energy and excitement. So, how do players adjust to returning to their big league ball clubs at spring training?
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Biggest Unresolved Concern for the Padres Before Opening Day
Heading into the 2026 season, the San Diego Padres are being viewed as a middle-tiered team in the National League. After going to the playoffs last season and in four of the last six years, San Diego has one major question mark this year.
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.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 20
San Diego has major threat behind the dish
Earlier this year, I tried to gauge how much the ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) Challenge System’s introduction into the game would affect the value of the
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 20
Padres Notes: Trade Prediction With Twins, Ominous Joe Musgrove News, Nick Castellanos ‘Award’
After a much-deserved off-day, the San Diego Padres took down the Chicago White Sox, 13-6, on Thursday evening and improved their record to 14-11-1 this spring.
Mason Miller News / Total Pro Sports / March 20
'Disappointing' – Mason Miller Breaks Silence On Not Being Used For WBC Final
Mason Miller was arguably the best performer for Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Yet he did not take the mound in the championship game, which they lost 3-2 to Venezuela.
Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 19
Padres Manager Offers Ominous Return Timeline for Joe Musgrove
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen didn't provide a firm timeline for Joe Musgrove's return, simply stating the right-hander will return "at some point." “Everything’s good with Joe.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19
What Padres star Manny Machado said about watching Fernando Tatis Jr. at World Baseball Classic
The San Diego Padres remained in the spotlight during the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with Manny Machado offering insight into the international influence of Fernando Tatis Jr.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 19
Former Padres Top Prospect Signs With Rival Dodgers After WBC Run
A former San Diego Padres top prospect has resurfaced in Major League Baseball after playing for Team Canada in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Logan Allen, who was with the Padres organization from from November 2015 through July 2019, signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, per Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.
Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19
Mason Miller breaks silence on not being used in WBC championship
The World Baseball Classic remains under scrutiny as Mason Miller’s comments shed light on Team USA’s bullpen decisions in the championship game. Following the 3–2 loss to Venezuela, focus has shifted to Mark DeRosa’s choice not to use Miller in the critical moment.
Adrian Morejon News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 19
Padres All-Star Reliever Suddenly Hitting 100 MPH in Massive Development
Adrian Morejon had a breakout season for the San Diego Padres in 2025, making his first career All-Star appearance and finally becoming the pitcher that he was expected to be as a longtime top prospect.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 19
Padres Announce Exciting Broadcast News Ahead of Opening Day
The 2026 Major League Baseball season for the San Diego Padres starts up next week when the team takes on the Detroit Tigers in front of the faithful at Petco Park.
Joe Musgrove News / Just Baseball / March 19
What Can the Padres Expect From Joe Musgrove in 2026?
Joe Musgrove is set to start the year on the injured list, and while this isn’t a shock for someone returning from Tommy John surgery, it is not an encouraging
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / March 18
What Does the Best Version of the Padres Lineup Look Like for 2026?
The ceiling of the San Diego Padres is a World Series title, a goal that A.J. Preller and the front office have pursued for years. Preller has made numerous splash trades and signings in an effort to bring San Diego its first championship.
Mason Miller News / Yardbarker / March 17
Team USA could be without huge piece in WBC final
San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller may have already thrown his last pitch for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic.
Joe Musgrove News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 16
Joe Musgrove Likely To Open Season On Injured List
A Padres club already thin on rotation depth delivered some rough news for fans Monday, as manager Craig Stammen revealed that righty Joe Musgrove is expected to open the season on the injured list (video link via 97.3 The Fan).
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 16
Next World Baseball Classic will probably have ABS challenge after borderline calls
The United States' 2-1 win over the Dominican Republic in Sunday's World Baseball Classic semifinal was a masterful display of baseball, featuring elite pitching, dazzling glove work and the best players in the world playing the game at its highest level.
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