San Diego Padres: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Michael King News / Sporting News / November 11

Report: Astros viewed as potential fit for free agent pitcher Michael King

After declining his mutual option with the San Diego Padres, SP Michael King is taking on free agency. The Houston Astros have been viewed as a fit for him.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 11

Padres Star Predicted to Land With Astros in Blockbuster Deal

MLB insider Jon Morosi predicted San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease to switch to the American League and join the Houston Astros during his free agency this offseason.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 11

Why Padres should not give up on Fernando Tatis Jr. yet

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Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

Padres RHP Yu Darvish out for 2026 season after UCL surgery

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 10

Padres, Fernando Tatis Jr. Trade Report Emerges

The San Diego Padres have continued to suffer early postseason exits. After finishing the regular season with a 90–72 record, San Diego lost in the NL Wild Card round to the Chicago Cubs.

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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.

Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / November 10

Padres introduce Craig Stammen

The San Diego Padres held a press conference on Monday to introduce new manager Craig Stammen to Padres fans and the press. President of baseball operations, A.J.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Padres’ All-Star reliever gives injury timeline for return

2026 will look very different for the San Diego Padres. Craig Stammen is the new manager of the ball club after Mike Shildt’s sudden retirement. After a miserable exit to the postseason after losing to the Chicago Cubs, the Padres are hoping to see some things go their way in 2026.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 10

Padres All-Star Projected to Sign 3-Year, $45 Million Deal

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez entered free agency after the close of the 2025 season, and NBC Sports' Matthew Pouliot believes he will get a big pay day in the offseason.

Dylan Cease News / Just Baseball / November 10

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Dylan Cease

This offseason, many major league clubs will hope to improve their rotation with another impact arm. They’ll find themselves bidding against one another in free agency for the same few starting pitchers with frontline potential.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 9

Padres Free Agent Projected to Sign 6-Year, $174 Million Deal

The San Diego Padres are losing a ton of pitching this offseason, with big names flying out the door to test the free agency market. One such name is Dylan Cease.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 9

Padres Star Predicted to Leave San Diego, Sign With Rival Dodgers

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez opted out of the final two seasons and $16 million of his deal with the Friars, entering free agency for the first time after four seasons in MLB.

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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.

Craig Stammen News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

New Padres manager Craig Stammen will have experienced staffer to lean on

The 41-year-old doesn’t have any prior coaching experience, but he’ll be able to lean on a familiar face for at least a couple of seasons.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 8

Padres All-Star Trade Addition Projected to Sign $36 Million Deal in Free Agency

The San Diego Padres made a huge trade at the deadline, sending six prospects to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for outfielder Ramon Laureano and All-Star Ryan O'Hearn.

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Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / November 8

Padres' Michael King Predicted to End Free Agency With $84 Million Deal

Michael King has experienced real growth since coming over to San Diego from the New York Yankees. King, 30, won a career-high 13 games in 2024 while sporting a very solid 2.95 ERA.

Michael King News / Just Baseball / November 8

Top Landing Spots For Free Agent Michael King

With the World Series all wrapped up, the Major League Baseball offseason is upon us. That means free agency is here. Players will be moving teams over the coming months as we soldier on through the long winter to the 2026 season.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 7

Does extension for A.J. Preller mean Padres drama is settled?

A.J. Preller’s current contract with the Padres runs through the end of the 2026 season, but it appears as though Preller will be the team’s president of baseball operations for quite a longer time to come.

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber among 13 players to receive qualifying offers

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Padres React to Fernando Tatis Jr. News on Friday

San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has established himself as one of the best players in Major League Baseball over the past few years. This past year was his sixth season playing.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / November 6

Padres' new skipper has zero managerial experience

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

The San Diego Padres on Thursday announced the hiring of their 22nd manager, naming former big-league reliever Craig Stammen as their next skipper. The 41-year-old, who signed a three-year deal, has no managerial experience.

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Craig Stammen News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6