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Game 10: San Diego Padres at Pittsburgh Pirates

San Diego Padres (4-5) at Pittsburgh Pirates (6-3), April 6, 2026, 3:40 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: PNC Park – Pittsburgh, Penn. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Nick Castellanos Gets Honest on Lack of Playing Time Early in Padres Tenure

When the San Diego Padres signed veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos, the move was met with some optimism from around the league. Castellanos had just been let go by the Philadelphia Phillies, and San Diego was able to get him on a league minimum contract with the Phillies paying him nearly $20 million.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 6

Padres Lineup vs Pirates: Ramon Laureano Leading Off, Nick Castellanos Starting

The San Diego Padres are continuing their road trip as they're in Pittsburgh for a three-game series with the Pirates. The Pirates have been arguably the biggest surprise in baseball early this year, sitting at 6-3 and coming off a series sweep of the Baltimore Orioles.

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First series win in the books, San Diego faces Pittsburgh

Oh, what a difference a day makes. Before yesterday’s game it felt like the San Diego Padres were on the brink of collapse. Heading into their first rubber match of the season against the Boston Red Sox, there wasn’t a whole lot of hope they could deliver after losing the first two series of the season.

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Craig Stammen News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 6

Padres' Craig Stammen Reveals Biggest Learning Curve as Manager

When the San Diego Padres hired manager Craig Stammen over the offseason, the move was met with some questions around the league. After all, this was someone who had never managed before in his career at any level, let alone the major leagues.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 6

Padres’ Mason Miller accomplishes feat never seen before in MLB history

The San Diego Padres are just 4-5 so far in the 2026 MLB season. While the team has been rather mediocre, star closer Mason Miller has performed at an elite level.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Padres reliever Jason Adam nearing a return following last year’s quadriceps surgery

The Padres have been without veteran right-hander Jason Adam so far this season as he works his way back from last year’s quadriceps surgery. While that

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 6

How Are Luis Arraez, Dylan Cease, More Former Padres Doing Early in 2026 Season?

The San Diego Padres saw several key players leave in free agency this past offseason. Here's an update on how these former Friars are doing early in the 2026 season with their new teams.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6

Padres' offense waking up just in time as torrid Pirates await

The San Diego Padres are starting to improve following a rough start to the season as they head to Pittsburgh to face the red-hot Pirates on Monday night in the opener of a three-game set.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 6

Padres Notes: Ominous Joe Musgrove Update, Manny Machado's Viral Kick, Pirates Preview

The San Diego Padres came from behind to beat the Boston Red Sox, 8-6, on Sunday to secure their first series win of the 2026 season. Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill each hit go-ahead home runs while the bullpen continued its dominance outside of Wandy Peralta's struggles.

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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 / Last Word On Sports / April 5

Padres Prove They Have Some Fight in Them Yet, Best Red Sox in Rubber Match

The San Diego Padres had a concerning performance offensively to start the 2026 season. Through their first seven games, the Friars put up a measly 21 runs.

Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 5

Padres' Manny Machado Addresses Viral Kicking Incident During Red Sox Game

Third baseman Manny Machado played the role of hero on Sunday for the San Diego Padres. Machado hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the top of the fifth inning to put the Padres up 6-4.

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Padres vs Pirates: Series Preview, Key Injuries, Bold Prediction

The San Diego Padres are heading to Pittsburgh for a three-game series with the Pirates this week. The Padres are coming off their first series win of the season against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

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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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 5

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.

Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 5

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.

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.

Ramon Laureano News / Field Level Media / April 4