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On YouTubeMichael King News / Just Baseball / December 19
San Diego Padres Re-Sign Michael King to Three-Year, $75 Million Deal
Heading into the offseason, the biggest question for the San Diego Padres is: What would the rotation look like on Opening Day? By the end of the season, it appeared almost certain that Dylan Cease would be pitching elsewhere, and that expectation became reality when he signed with the Toronto Blue Jays.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / December 18
Padres' Michael King re-signing helps alleviate significant losses
The Padres are re-signing pitcher Michael King to a three-year, $75 million contract.
Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19
Padres To Re-Sign Michael King
The Padres have an agreement to re-sign Michael King to a three-year contract with opt-outs after the first two seasons. The Excel Sports Management client is reportedly guaranteed $75MM.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18
Padres sign pitcher with thoughts of how to make him a weapon again
The Padres reportedly signed Triston McKenzie to a minor league deal with a spring training invite on Thursday.
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.
Nick Pivetta News / Gaslamp Ball / December 18
The rationale for trading Nick Pivetta 
While the MLB Hot Stove rumor mill continues to swirl with prospective free agent signings and trade deals, the San Diego Padres continue to be mentioned frequently with regard to major trades.
Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 18
Padres Free Agent Luis Arraez Drawing Interest From 'Up to' 6 Teams: Report
Luis Arraez isn't the hottest name on the free agent market, but that doesn't mean the Padres' incumbent leader in hits and batting average isn't in demand as a first-time free agent.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18
Team USA gets commitment from two-time Cy Young winner, flame-throwing closer for 2026 World Baseball Classic
The pitching staff for Team USA was already loaded prior to an announcement Thursday of two flame-throwers committing for the event.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 17
Did Padres Make an Offer to Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly?
The San Diego Padres still remain a bit of a mystery as it pertains to possible free agent signings. Rumors have been swirling over possible trade dealings with the New York Mets over a host of San Diego players.
Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / December 16
Padres Craig Stammen adds familiar faces to coaching staff
The San Diego Padres finalized manager Craig Stammen’s coaching staff with the hiring of Bob Henley as the third base coach, Kevin Plawecki as the catching coach, and Ryan Goins as the infield coach for the 2026 season.
Nick Pivetta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16
Nick Pivetta one of many Padres pitchers linked to Mets trade talks
When the Los Angeles Dodgers stole Edwin Diaz away from the Big Apple, signing him to a $69 million contract in the hopes of finally securing a World Series ring, it put the New York Mets in panic mode.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Trenton Brooks, Nathan Wiles Sign With KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes
The Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization announced their four foreign-player signings for the 2026 season, as relayed by Yoo Jee-ho of Yonhap News Agency.
Yu Darvish News / Athlon Sports / December 15
Padres' Yu Darvish Sends MLB Retirement Message on Monday
The San Diego Padres enter the 2026 season facing significant uncertainty, with payroll limitations curbing the typically aggressive approach of general manager A.J.
Sean Reynolds News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12
Sean Reynolds To Sign With NPB’s Yokohama DeNA BayStars
Former Padres right-hander Sean Reynolds is signing with the Yokohama DeNA BayStars of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / December 12
Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. Makes Announcement on Friday
The San Diego Padres are heading into 2026 in a period of transition. Former manager Mike Shildt has retired, with Craig Stammen stepping in to lead the club.
The 'National League saves leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the pitchers to record the most saves in the National League for each season since 2000 can you name in five minutes?
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Padres' Preller: Fernando Tatis Jr. Not Available In Trade Talks
The Padres’ payroll reduction and lack of financial flexibility has led to plenty of hope from other clubs about the possibility of prying star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr.
Yu Darvish News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10
Yu Darvish’s son Shoei makes his college decision
Yu Darvish’s son is headed to a very fitting university. On Tuesday, UC San Diego officially announced their 2026 signing class. Headlining the list of eight newcomers is Shoei Darvish, the son of the San Diego Padres pitcher Yu.
San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / December 10
D-backs, Padres to play two games in Mexico City
The Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres will play two regular-season games in Mexico City in 2026. Major League Baseball announced the return of the Mexico City Series on Wednesday.
San Diego Padres News / Total Apex Sports / December 10
The Padres Are 'Shooting Big' At a Blockbuster Trade
The San Diego Padres have quickly made headlines after a bombshell report was written by Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Acee said the Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / December 9
Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. News Emerges Amid MLB Offseason
The San Diego Padres are in the midst of a busy offseason, looking to retool the roster and remain in postseason contention while maintaining payroll flexibility.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / December 8
Could José Berríos Be a Trade Fit for the Padres?
Last offseason, the San Diego Padres watched many key players put on different jerseys, and this offseason could look very similar. With Dylan Cease signing with the Blue Jays for seven years, $210 million, that leaves Michael King, Ryan O’Hearn, and Robert Suarez as the remaining key free agents.
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