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Jase Bowen News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
Spring Training phenom Jase Bowen on Padres’ 2026 radar 
The success of the 2026 San Diego Padres may hinge on the contributions from players beyond those on the Opening Day roster. Injuries to a team’s starting lineup are tough hurdles to clear in a given season.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
One Injury the Padres Can't Afford Besides Fernando Tatis Jr
The San Diego Padres can't afford to lose superstar Fernando Tatis Jr, but another injury that would cost the team is the loss of Nick Pivetta. Pivetta is poised to once again anchor the starting rotation for the second consecutive season.
Yu Darvish News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Padres’ Yu Darvish Decision Opens Door for Free Agency Move
The San Diego Padres finalized their Opening Day roster this week with a move that could carry broader implications beyond the pitching staff. Veteran starting pitcher Yu Darvish was placed on the restricted list after undergoing elbow surgery in November, a procedure that will keep him out for the entire 2026 season.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 26
Padres Offseason Moves That Already Look Smart, and Dumb
The San Diego Padres have made offseason moves that already look smart, but there have been some that also look ... not-so-smart. Another masterclass move by president of baseball operations A.J.
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.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
Friar Watch: Opening Day
Opening Day has finally arrived! Today, the Friar Faithful will flock to Petco Park once more for one of the most exciting days of the baseball calendar. So many promises and expectations await to be fulfilled as the San Diego Padres seek to return to their third consecutive postseason.
San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 26
Surprises Abound as Padres Announce 26-Man Opening Day Roster
The MLB regular season is finally upon us. The San Diego Padres have announced their 26-man roster, and with a few surprises included, the Friars are ready for the 2026 season.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 26
San Diego Padres ready for 2026 season
Spring Training ended for the San Diego Padres on Monday with a win over the Seattle Mariners, giving them a 15-15 record over their spring schedule. While the starting rotation remains the biggest concern for the organization, no trades or signings took place after games began to address that concern.
San Diego Padres News / New Baseball Media / March 25
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: San Diego Padres
After the Padres’ 2025 season, a lot of changes came down in San Diego. Craig Stammen became the new manager, and many familiar names, and some new ones, took their place.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Mystery Bidder in Padres Sale Revealed; All 4 Groups Now Known
The fourth and final bidder in the sale of the San Diego Padres has finally been identified. Tom Gores, the owner of the Detroit Pistons, is leading one of the final four groups bidding to purchase the Padres, per The Athletic's Dennis Lin and Ken Rosenthal.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Padres’ Joe Musgrove to start 2026 on IL after Tommy John surgery
The 2026 San Diego Padres roster is set. The Friars are aiming to get back to the postseason once again with a real shot of winning the World Series for the very first time.
Yu Darvish News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Padres Place Yu Darvish On Restricted List
The Padres finally announced their Opening Day roster on Wednesday evening. It more or less finalized a number of already known moves, though the biggest development is that starter Yu Darvish has been placed on the restricted list.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25
Padres rumors: Lucas Giolito emerges as target after Yu Darvish 2026 shutdown
The San Diego Padres are one day away from Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers in front of thousands of fans at Petco Park. Ahead of the season and final roster completion, the Padres have moved pitcher Yu Darvish to the restricted list, leading to some benefits for the ballclub.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Padres Predicted to Sell for $3.4 Billion in Record-Breaking Move
On the cusp of the 2026 MLB season kicking off, the San Diego Padres are in the middle of an expected sale. For the first time since 2012, the Padres organization is being sold, and the numbers being thrown out for the value of this team have been extreme.
San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Padres Predicted to Trade for Former Cy Young Award Winner
The San Diego Padres' 2025 postseason run was short-lived. After going 90-72 during the regular season and finishing second in the NL West behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego lost a Wild Card Series to the Chicago Cubs.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Padres Predicted to Land $56 Million Cy Young Winner in Blockbuster Trade
Heading into the 2026 MLB season, the San Diego Padres starting rotation has all sorts of questions surrounding it. From the team losing guys over the offseason to players dealing with lingering injuries, the pitching staff is easily the biggest concern on the roster.
Walker Buehler News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Walker Buehler's Job Isn't Safe Despite Making Padres Opening Day Roster
San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler's job isn't safe despite making the Opening Day roster. Buehler signed a minor league deal with the Padres this offseason in the hopes of earning a spot in the starting rotation.
Mike Shildt News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Mike Shildt Gets Brutally Honest on Sudden Padres Exit
Shortly after the San Diego Padres were eliminated from postseason contention last season, manager Mike Shildt announced his retirement from the team. Shildt had taken the Padres to the postseason in his two years with the organization, but by the end of it all, he was burnt out.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 25
Projecting the Padres Pitching Rotation and Bullpen Before Opening Day
The San Diego Padres have all but finalized their 26-man roster for Opening Day. There is likely just one spot up for grabs in the bullpen, but at this point, it's pretty clear who will be on the roster come Thursday's season opener against the Detroit Tigers.
San Diego Padres News / LWOSports.com / March 25
2026 San Diego Padres O/U: The Case for the Over
Baseball season begins this week, and according to Fanduel’s season win total betting odds, the market expects the San Diego Padres to take a step back this season and not hit over their win total.
Manny Machado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 24
3 Manny Machado bold predictions for 2026 season
Manny Machado enters the 2026 season with a track record that justifies the weight of expectation. As the San Diego Padres shape their lineup ahead of Opening Day 2026, Machado remains their unquestioned anchor, a player whose consistency, durability, leadership, and two-way impact continue to define the club’s identity.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 22
Three new Yankee experiments are already failing
New York has spent considerable time and resources chasing high-upside yet unproven talent.
Ty France News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21
Padres To Select Ty France’s Contract
The Padres have told first baseman Ty France that he has made the Opening Day roster, the San Diego Union-Tribune’s Kevin Acee reports. France will need to have his contract officially selected before the Padres take the field on March 26, but the team has an open space on its 40-man roster.
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.
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.
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