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Fernando Tatis Jr. Makes Off-Field Move Before Padres-Tigers Game

Now in his seventh season with the San Diego Padres, Fernando Tatis Jr. is expected to continue leading the San Diego Padres to postseason contention. The 27‑year‑old right fielder had an eventful offseason, as his name briefly surfaced in trade rumors due to the Padres tight payroll situation and his team‑friendly mega deal.

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Game 3: Detroit Tigers at San Diego Padres

Detroit Tigers (2-0) at San Diego Padres (0-2), March 28, 2026, 5:40 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Is Yu Darvish Retiring? Padres' AJ Preller Reveals Latest

One of the bigger storylines from the San Diego Padres' offseason was the news that veteran right-hander Yu Darvish would be missing the entire 2026 season due to injury.

Nicholas Castellanos News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Padres Lineup vs Tigers: Nick Castellanos Starting, New Leadoff Hitter

The San Diego Padres are looking to avoid being swept by the Detroit Tigers in their first series of the 2026 season. The Padres were blown out on Opening Day, 8-2, at the hands of Tarik Skubal.

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Padres manager Craig Stammen explains Mason Miller decision vs. Tigers

The San Diego Padres drew early scrutiny after manager Craig Stammen chose not to extend Mason Miller in a late-game situation during a 5–2 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.

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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.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Padres Reliever Doesn't Mince Words After Blowing Lead in Loss to Tigers

The San Diego Padres were well on their way to earning their first win of the 2026 season on Friday night. Michael King gave the team five strong innings, allowing just one unearned run.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 28

San Diego hopes to stave off Opening Series sweep

San Diego Padres fans had the wool pulled over their eyes last night by the Detroit Tigers as the Friars lost their thin 2-1 lead late into the night. The Friar Faithful believed they were close to the first win of the season and tasted victory before an eighth-inning Tigers rally snatched it away.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Padres' Jackson Merrill Sends Apology to Tigers' Kevin McGonigle

Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle's Major League Baseball career is off to a scorching hot start. McGonigle has gone 5-for-8 across his first two games, driving in four runs.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Padres Already Lead MLB in One Category This Season

The San Diego Padres and the Atlanta Braves have the most internationally born players heading into the 2026 season, with a total of 15 each on their respective rosters.

Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 28

Padres Notes: Ex-Padre Suddenly Retires, SD Wanted $115M All-Star, Ominous Joe Musgrove News

The San Diego Padres lost, 5-2, on Friday night to the Detroit Tigers, dropping to 0-2 on the season. Michael King looked sharped in his 2026 debut, allowing just one unearned run across five innings with six strikeouts.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Just Baseball / March 28

Why Fernando Tatis Jr. Could Win NL MVP in 2026

In an interview on Abriendo Sports, Juan Soto called San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. the most complete player in Major League Baseball. Objectively, that claim is debatable, but it shows how players around the league view Tatis’ ceiling. Early in his career, Tatis looked like a generational talent.

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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.

Michael King News / Gaslamp Ball / March 28

Eighth-inning walks spoil solid start from Michael King, Padres lose to Tigers, 5-2

The highly regarded San Diego Padres bullpen failed to live up to expectations when the Padres faced the Detroit Tigers at Petco Park on Friday. Jeremiah Estrada entered the top of the eighth inning with San Diego clinging to a 2-1 lead.

San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 27

Padres Suffer Home Opener Blowout: Fluke or Indictment for the Season Ahead?

With the San Diego Padres opening the season on an 8-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers, it’s tough to gauge how much of an indication it is of the season ahead.

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Jason Heyward News / Last Word On Sports / March 27

2016 World Series Champion Retires

On Friday, Jason Heyward announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. Heyward made the announcement on MLB Central on the MLB Network. The 36-year-old Heyward retires after 16 seasons in the league.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27

Padres Tried to Sign $115 Million All-Star Starting Pitcher in Offseason

The San Diego Padres starting rotation is easily the biggest question mark around the roster this season, and it could cause some major issues during the year.

Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27

Padres Star Gets Brutally Honest on Nick Pivetta's Opening Day Struggles

Opening Day of the 2026 season was one to forget for the San Diego Padres as they lost to the Detroit Tigers by a score of 8-2. There was real optimism around this club before first pitch, but before fans could even get comfortable, Detroit took a four-run lead.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27

Padres Lineup vs Tigers: Gavin Sheets Out, Ty France Starting

The San Diego Padres are looking to quickly turn the page after a blowout 8-2 loss on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers. Fortunately, they won't have to face reigning back-to-back Cy Young award winner Tarik Skubal, but things don't get much easier as two-time All-Star Framber Valdez is taking the mound for what will be his Tigers debut.

Joe Musgrove News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 27

Padres' Joe Musgrove Reveals He Has No Timeline to Return After Setback

On Oct. 2 2024, Joe Musgrove walked off the Petco Park mound in the fourth inning of a Wild Card game against the Atlanta Braves. Nearly 18 months later, after undergoing Tommy John surgery and missing the entire 2025 season, Musgrove is on the injured list without a timetable to return to the mound.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

Jason Heyward Announces Retirement

After spending parts of 16 seasons in the majors, outfielder Jason Heyward is calling it a career. The five-time Gold Glove winner and 2016 World Series champion announced the end of his playing career this morning in an appearance on MLB Network (video link).

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

Manny Machado gives Nick Castellanos his flowers before Padres Opening Day

The San Diego Padres are preparing for their opening day game, hosting the Detroit Tigers. They have some new faces, as the Padres signed Nick Castellanos after his release from the Philadelphia Phillies.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Padres Make Fernando Tatis Jr. Decision on Opening Day

With the arrival of opening day comes lineup announcements, and with lineup announcements comes a glimpse into the manager's potential plans for the year.

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.

San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 26