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Padres Predicted to Compete With 2 AL East Teams for Michael King

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King is expected to opt out of the final year of his contract this offseason, and MLB insider Mark Feinsand expects the Padres to fight over his signature with the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees.

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Padres will be losing, could be adding players based on predictions from Jim Bowden of The Athletic

With the World Series underway and the inevitable end of the 2025 MLB season on the horizon, predictions about where players will end up and the money they will receive from their 2026 employers are coming out.

Dylan Cease News / Sporting News / October 27

Dylan Cease contract outlook features surprising suitors after $187 million contract prediction

Who will sign Dylan Cease?

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / October 27

Padres a perfect landing spot in potential Sonny Gray trade

This offseason, the San Diego Padres could be in the market for a starting pitcher, as their rotation is unsettled at this moment. Dylan Cease and Michael King are expected to test the free agent market.

Freddie Freeman News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

There have been just 19 walk-off home runs in the history of the World Series. How many of the players to hit one can you name in five minutes?

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

The 'AL & NL batting champions since 2003' quiz

The 'World Series Champions' quiz

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 27

Padres All-Star Free Agent Linked to Dodgers as Potential Landing Spot

The San Diego Padres are likely to lose All-Star closer Robert Suarez this offseason, with the right-hander expected to opt out of the final two years of his deal following the end of the World Series.

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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.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / October 27

Former MLB GM predicts Padres landing World Series champion pitcher in blockbuster deal

A disappointing end to the Houston Astros' season could be a call for some change. In this case, the San Diego Padres could be getting one of their long-time aces.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / October 27

Padres predicted to sign former rival $168M MVP, World Series champion, 2-time All-Star veteran

The San Diego Padres could be adding a big name to the roster this offseason.

Mike Shildt News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 27

Padres' Mike Shildt Reveals Plans for Immediate Future After Sudden Retirement

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt made a shocking decision to retire after the Padres lost in the Wild Card round of the 2025 postseason, and revealed the plans he has for himself following his decision.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / October 27

Arizona Fall League update

At the end of the third week of the Arizona Fall League, the Peoria Javelinas sit in third place. They are two games back of the leading Scottsdale Saguaros and have an 8-7 record after going 2-3 for the week.

Albert Pujols News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 26

Fernando Tatis Has 2-Word Message on Albert Pujols as Padres Manager: Report

The San Diego Padres are in the hunt for a new manager after Mike Shildt's abrupt retirement announcement following the end of the Friars' season. Shildt had been at the helm for the last two seasons, leading the Padres to consecutive postseasons for the first time since 2005-06 and logging 90 or more wins in both seasons.

Dylan Cease News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 25

Dylan Cease, Cubs seem like match made in heaven, but that doesn't mean there will be a deal

The Cubs are viewed as a potential top suitor for Cease, and he will be pursued by the North Siders this winter.

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Tarik Skubal News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 25

Padres Named Potential Contender in Blockbuster Tarik Skubal Trade

The San Diego Padres are entering the offseason with a big problem: Three of their starting pitchers will test the free agency market in the winter, and Yu Darvish's future in MLB is uncertain.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 25

Padres' AJ Preller Talks Yu Darvish's Uncertain Future as Retirement Questions Loom

It was a rough season for San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish. The veteran pitcher landed on the injured list ahead ofthe season with inflammation in his right elbow, then suffered another setback in his recovery while on a rehab assignment in May.

Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 24

Padres Tabbed as Trade Fit for All-Star First Baseman to Replace Luis Arraez

The San Diego Padres are in a tricky spot this offseason, as they are set to lose numerous players during the free agency period. The Padres obviously need to reinforce their starting pitching after Dylan Cease, Michael King and Nestor Cortes leave, but also have a major problem on the right side of the infield.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / October 24

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. offers two-word take on Albert Pujols managerial rumors

Fernando Tatis Jr. shares his thoughts on the potential of playing under an 11-time All-Star.

Mike Shildt News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 24

Padres' Mike Shildt Reveals His Only Regret After Announcing Retirement

The San Diego Padres certainly gave Mike Shildt time to think about his future after their final National League Wild Card Series game against the Chicago Cubs, and before the manager revealed his surprising decision to retire.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

The Nationals need to swing big this offseason

The Nationals have a solid core in place, and it's time for them to make the moves that can carry them back into contention.

Three questions facing the New York Mets this offseason

Previewing MLB qualifying offer decisions for position players

Ranking the pending MLB free agents: National League edition

Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Padres interview Brian Esposito for managerial job

The Padres’ managerial search has reached the interview stage, as The Athletic’s Dennis Lin reports that the club spoke with bench coach Brian Esposito on Monday.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / October 21

The Padres Will Have a Lot to Replace in Free Agency

As soon as the San Diego Padres’ season ended, A.J. Preller was spotted strolling across Wrigley Field talking on the phone. Knowing how Preller operates, it wouldn’t be surprising if he was already working the phones, checking in around the league to see who might be available to help improve the roster.

Albert Pujols News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20