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Former Padres Outfielder, First-Round Pick Retires Immediately, Becomes MLB Coach

Former Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski was among a slate of new hires announced to Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker's staff on Wednesday. Jankowski will be the Rangers' first base coach, effectively ending his major league playing career after 11 seasons.

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Padres Could Change Ruben Niebla's Role for 2026 Season

The San Diego Padres made the bold decision to hire a first-time manager in Craig Stammen — one of the few former relief pitchers to take over a clubhouse.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 12

Padres' AJ Preller Provides Update on Contract Extension

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller addressed his contract, which is up after the upcoming season. Preller has led a golden era of baseball in San Diego, attracting stars to the team and constructing rosters that have advanced deep into the postseason.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

How do Padres plan to improve pitching rotation?

The Padres’ top priority in the offseason was plain for anyone to see. Even before the announcement that Yu Darvish would miss the 2026 season following UCL surgery, San Diego was already faced with the potential losses of Dylan Cease and Michael King to free agency.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Luis Arraez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 11

Padres rumors: San Diego 'interested' in Luis Arraez free agency reunion

After two years with the San Diego Padres, Luis Arraez is now set to hit free agency. But if the Padres have anything to say about it, Arraez may not be leaving San Diego anytime soon.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / November 11

The Padres’ next big hire: Craig Stammen’s bench coach

The San Diego Padres had a busy first week of the official start of the offseason. The franchise hired Craig Stammen as its next field manager and is close to a contract extension agreement with A.J.

Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 11

Padres' Luis Arraez Receives $14 Million Free Agency Prediction

Luis Arraez is one of several San Diego Padres to enter free agency this offseason, and NBC Sports' Matthew Pouliot believes he's in for a smaller deal in the winter.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 11

Padres Star Predicted to Land With Astros in Blockbuster Deal

MLB insider Jon Morosi predicted San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease to switch to the American League and join the Houston Astros during his free agency this offseason.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 11

Why Padres should not give up on Fernando Tatis Jr. yet

The Padres should be building around Tatis Jr.

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

Padres RHP Yu Darvish out for 2026 season after UCL surgery

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 10

Padres, Fernando Tatis Jr. Trade Report Emerges

The San Diego Padres have continued to suffer early postseason exits. After finishing the regular season with a 90–72 record, San Diego lost in the NL Wild Card round to the Chicago Cubs.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Padres’ All-Star reliever gives injury timeline for return

2026 will look very different for the San Diego Padres. Craig Stammen is the new manager of the ball club after Mike Shildt’s sudden retirement. After a miserable exit to the postseason after losing to the Chicago Cubs, the Padres are hoping to see some things go their way in 2026.

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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.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 10

Padres All-Star Projected to Sign 3-Year, $45 Million Deal

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez entered free agency after the close of the 2025 season, and NBC Sports' Matthew Pouliot believes he will get a big pay day in the offseason.

Dylan Cease News / Just Baseball / November 10

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Dylan Cease

This offseason, many major league clubs will hope to improve their rotation with another impact arm. They’ll find themselves bidding against one another in free agency for the same few starting pitchers with frontline potential.

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Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 9

Padres Free Agent Projected to Sign 6-Year, $174 Million Deal

The San Diego Padres are losing a ton of pitching this offseason, with big names flying out the door to test the free agency market. One such name is Dylan Cease.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 9

Padres Star Predicted to Leave San Diego, Sign With Rival Dodgers

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez opted out of the final two seasons and $16 million of his deal with the Friars, entering free agency for the first time after four seasons in MLB.

Craig Stammen News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

New Padres manager Craig Stammen will have experienced staffer to lean on

The 41-year-old doesn’t have any prior coaching experience, but he’ll be able to lean on a familiar face for at least a couple of seasons.

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Michael King News / Just Baseball / November 8

Top Landing Spots For Free Agent Michael King

With the World Series all wrapped up, the Major League Baseball offseason is upon us. That means free agency is here. Players will be moving teams over the coming months as we soldier on through the long winter to the 2026 season.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Does extension for A.J. Preller mean Padres drama is settled?

A.J. Preller’s current contract with the Padres runs through the end of the 2026 season, but it appears as though Preller will be the team’s president of baseball operations for quite a longer time to come.

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber among 13 players to receive qualifying offers

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Padres React to Fernando Tatis Jr. News on Friday

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has established himself as one of the best players in Major League Baseball over the past few years. This past year was his sixth season playing.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 6

Padres' new skipper has zero managerial experience

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

The San Diego Padres on Thursday announced the hiring of their 22nd manager, naming former big-league reliever Craig Stammen as their next skipper. The 41-year-old, who signed a three-year deal, has no managerial experience.

Blue Jays losing key part of World Series run with Don Mattingly's departure

Luis Robert Jr. needs a fresh start — and so do White Sox

Yankees offseason blueprint: Best-case scenario features two stars

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