San Diego Padres: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Manny Machado News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Padres Make Manny Machado Request Before Phillies Game

Manny Machado, San Diego Padres third baseman, is in his fourteenth major-league season and is renowned for his power and glove at the hot corner. Machado

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres Make Massive Roster Move Ahead of Monday’s Game vs Phillies

The San Diego Padres recalled right-handed starting pitcher Matt Waldron from Triple-A El Paso, and he will start Monday's series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres Linked to $65 Million All-Star, Silver Slugger to Bolster Lineup in Trade

If the MLB playoffs started today, the San Diego Padres would have the final spot in the National League Wild Card. With injuries cropping up in the rotation,

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WWE Releases Ticket Information For Survivor Series: WarGames 2025

WWE, the San Diego Padres and the San Diego Tourism Marketing District announced Monday that tickets for Survivor Series: WarGames are set to go on sale Friday, July 11 at 11 a.m.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Matt Waldron News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 30

Padres to Finally Call Up Starting Pitcher to Start Monday's Game vs Phillies

The San Diego Padres will call up starting pitcher Matt Waldron to start Monday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies, per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Jackson Merrill News / Just Baseball / June 30

The Padres’ Jackson Merrill Is Somehow Still Underrated

Last season, the San Diego Padres turned to their top prospect, Jackson Merrill, with a tall task. After a monster spring training, he was asked to move from shortstop to center field in order to break camp with the club, all while skipping Triple-A completely.

MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 30

San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies Preview, Prediction & Odds | June 30, 2025

The San Diego Padres are ready to begin a three-game National League series on Tuesday evening against the Philadelphia Phillies. San Diego is second in the NL West with a 45-38 record and are sending right-hander Matt Waldron to the mound.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 29

Padres Linked to $13.5 Million All-Star From NL West Rival in Potential Blockbuster Trade

ESPN's Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan named Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen as a potential target for the San Diego Padres, who are short on starting pitching depth.

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 29

Padres' Dylan Cease Gets Brutally Honest About Struggles

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease commented on his struggles so far throughout the 2025 season. The starter has a 4.53 ERA this season, more than one run higher than his maiden campaign in San Diego during which he placed fourth in National League Cy Young award voting.

Tyler Mahle News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 29

Padres Named 'Best Fit' for $22 Million Starting Pitcher at Trade Deadline

ESPN's Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan have linked Texas Rangers starting pitcher Tyler Mahle to the San Diego Padres ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Mahle is in a contract year with the Rangers and has performed well, however he is currently on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder fatigue.

Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 29

Padres' Michael King Provides Crucial Injury Update as Concern Grows

The San Diego Padres are currently tied for a National League Wild Card spot, but with just about half of the season left, the Friars are far from satisfied.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / June 29

San Diego drops final game of series to Cincinnati, 3-2

Robert Suarez gives up two runs, Padres walked off by Reds Robert Suarez came on in the bottom of the ninth inning looking to add another save to his season total and to secure another win for the San Diego Padres over the Cincinnati Reds.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Malik Beasley gambling allegations highlight growing problem in professional sports

Once again, a professional athlete is at the center of a gambling investigation.

Beasley being investigated for alleged gambling related to NBA games

Beasley’s message to Anthony Edwards resurfaces amid his investigation

Recent Beasley report could ultimately ruin the Pistons’ offseason

Jontay Porter was banned for life after a gambling probe last year

...which led to NBA addressing a probe into Terry Rozier in January

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MLB News / Just Baseball / June 29

Do the Padres Have the Capital to Be Buyers at the Deadline?

If there’s one thing the San Diego Padres have been known for over the last few seasons, it’s been their aggression at the trade deadline. With the team currently sitting at 44-36 and zero games back from a Wild Card spot, it makes total sense for them to repeat their old ways.

Manny Machado News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Manny Machado exposes MLB rule flaw by wisely letting fly ball drop

San Diego Padres star Manny Machado showed some serious baseball IQ during his team’s game against the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, and the heads-up play exposed a flaw in Major League Baseball’s rules.

Gavin Sheets News / Field Level Media / June 29

Padres' Gavin Sheets looks for encore after game-winning HR vs. Reds

Gavin Sheets is having a career year for the San Diego Padres. And he showed it again Saturday when he went 3-for-5 with two doubles and a go-ahead, three-run home run in the seventh inning of the Padres' 6-4 comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds.

Gavin Sheets News / Field Level Media / June 28

Gavin Sheets blast lifts Padres past Reds

Gavin Sheets hit a three-run home run and two doubles to lead the visiting San Diego Padres to a 6-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds Saturday. The Padres trailed 4-3 in the seventh when reliever Lyon Richardson ran into trouble.

Michael King News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28

Padres Michael King takes crucial step towards injury return

The San Diego Padres have not been the same without Michael King. The Padres’ ace pitcher suffered a shoulder injury against the Seattle Mariners on May 18 and has not pitched since.

Manny Machado News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Manny Machado caught on video directing obscene gesture toward fan

Machado left the Dodgers to sign with the Padres.

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MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / June 27

MLB Insiders List Padres Among Best Trade Fits For Brewers All-Star

How will the San Diego Padres approach the July 31 Major League Baseball trade deadline? The Padres entered Friday in possession of the third National League Wild Card spot, but competition is breathing down San Diego's neck in the form of the San Francisco Giants (half-game back) and St.

Jake Cronenworth News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Padres' Jake Cronenworth Responds to Dodgers Rivalry Claim

The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres have all the ingredients for a fruitful modern-day rivalry – highly-competitive matchups, frequent bouts of tempers flaring and some of the most well-known players in MLB.

Jason Heyward News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24