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Padres' Mike Shildt Takes Major Shot at MLB Pitchers

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt expressed his frustration with how MLB pitchers are developed in the modern game after a hit-by-pitch incident with Willson Contreras turned into a two-day standoff between the Padres and St.

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Game 107: New York Mets at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for July 28, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV, MLB Network Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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

Padres' Top Trade Target Unlikely to Be Moved at Deadline

The Boston Red Sox are unlikely to trade San Diego Padres target Jarren Duran at the trade deadline this season, per USA Today's Bob Nightengale. "The Boston Red Sox have no plans to trade outfielder Jarren Duran at the deadline, rejecting the San Diego Padres’ offers, and are more likely to move him this winter," he said.

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 28

MLB Insider Reveals Chances Padres Trade Dylan Cease at Deadline

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease is out of contract at the end of the year and has already been offered to the Boston Red Sox for Jarren Duran, but ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel give the Cy Young contender just a 25 percent chance to get dealt at the trade deadline.

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The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

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

Padres Linked to $13.5 Million All-Star From NL West Rival Likely to Be Traded at Deadline

The San Diego Padres are in the market for starting pitching amid a raft of injuries, and Arizona Diamondbacks arm Zac Gallen could support the team's makeshift rotation.

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

Padres Could Trade $80 Million All-Star Attracting Interest at Deadline: Report

The San Diego Padres might trade one of their highest-earning infielders at the MLB trade deadline in order to fill a more pressing need for the team.

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

Padres Notes: Blockbuster Trade Urged, Manny Machado Slams Ex-Padre, Dylan Cease on the Move?

The San Diego Padres won their final game of a four-game set against the Wild Card-hopeful St. Louis Cardinals, 9-2. Manny Machado had a 4-for-5 day with three RBIs after a minor bust-up with the Cards on Saturday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28

As trade deadline approaches, Padres prepare for sizzling Mets

Many think the San Diego Padres will make big trades before the MLB trading deadline on Thursday. One of those moves could involve starting pitcher Dylan Cease, who could conceivably make his last start for the team Monday night when they open a three-game series with the visiting New York Mets.

David Morgan News / Gaslamp Ball / July 27

David Morgan poised to make an impact out of Padres bullpen

The Friars hope the young reliever could be the missing piece late in games. The San Diego Padres have stumbled out of the gate in the second half, with offensive struggles being the biggest obstacle to overcome.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 27

Padres Minor League Update: Week 17

Affiliates back in action after All-Star break The biggest news to come from the Padres minor league affiliates was that catcher Ethan Salas will likely not play again during this season.

Manny Machado News / Field Level Media / July 27

Manny Machado, Padres notch four-game split with Cardinals

Manny Machado went 4-for-5 and drove in three runs as the visiting San Diego Padres rolled over the St. Louis Cardinals 9-2 Sunday afternoon. Jackson Merrill drove in two runs for the Padres, who won their last two games to earn a split in this four-game series.

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

Padres' Manny Machado Bashes Cardinals Coach, Ex-Padre Jon Jay in Epic Rant

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado played a significant role in a benches-clearing incident against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, and exchanged words with Cardinals assistant coach and former Padre Jon Jay during the incident.

Dylan Cease News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Padres rumors: What San Diego wants in Dylan Cease trade

The San Diego Padres entered Sunday’s action holding the final NL Wild Card spot. After a blistering start to the year, San Diego is in desperate need of offensive help at the trade deadline.

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MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / July 27

Game 106: San Diego Padres at St. Louis Cardinals

Your game thread for July 27, 2025. Location: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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

Padres Urged to Make Blockbuster 3-Team Trade to Land All-Star Outfielder

As the July 31 trade deadline approaches, Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran has been the San Diego Padres’ top trade target. The Padres have reportedly already sent the Red Sox an offer for Duran, which included starting pitcher Dylan Cease, their No.

Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 27

Padres Notes: Manny Machado Rips Into Cardinals Coach, Benches Clear Again, Major Trade Deadline Updates

The San Diego Padres beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 3-1, in another intense matchup. The Friars improved to 56-49 on the year. Superstar Manny Machado had two hits in the win and was hit by just as many pitches.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 27

Benches clear in heated moment vs. Cardinals after Padres’ Manny Machado HBP

Tempers flared at Busch Stadium on Saturday night as the San Diego Padres defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1 in a heated contest that saw both teams’ benches clear for the second night in a row.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / July 26

Padres top Cards in game feature 5 hit batters

Jake Cronenworth hit a double and scored twice to lead the visiting San Diego Padres past the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1 on Saturday night. Five batters were hit by pitches in the game, which led to a brief bench-clearing skirmish in the ninth inning after Padres slugger Manny Machado was plunked for the second time in the game.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26

Masyn Winn leads Cardinals to win vs. Padres

A day after winning a slugfest, the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 3-0 thanks to a collective effort on the mound and one big hit.

Cardinals closer expects to be traded by team

Yankees among teams in talks to acquire Padres starter

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Padres receiving interest in young right-handers

It wouldn’t be trade deadline season with Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller exploring a variety of creative deals. San Diego is reportedly open to offers on right-hander Dylan Cease while simultaneously showing interest in other short-term veterans to backfill his spot in the rotation.

A.J. Preller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

Padres GM A.J. Preller gets urgent trade deadline message from rivals

The San Diego Padres are in second place in the NL West as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Even with a Los Angeles Dodgers slide ongoing, San Diego is still five games back in the division.

Robert Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Should the Padres listen to offers on their All-Star closer?

San Diego reportedly fielded interest throughout the offseason. It obviously didn’t find an offer to its liking.

Padres could trade former Cy Young finalist

Yankees among teams in talks to acquire Padres starter

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24

Yankees among teams in talks to acquire Padres starter

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has stirred up a whirlwind, looking to fulfill his priority of bringing a frontline starter to New York.

Padres could trade former Cy Young finalist

Aaron Boone ejection signals struggles are pushing him to breaking point

Yankees cannot afford to trade their 'left-handed Aaron Judge'

Who are the early favorites for all the 2025 MLB awards?

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Nick Ahmed News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Two-time Gold Glove-winning shortstop announces retirement

12-year MLB veteran Nick Ahmed has announced his retirement from baseball. Ahmed made the announcement on social media earlier today. A two-time Gold Glove award winner, Ahmed played for the Diamondbacks, Giants, Dodgers, Padres, and Rangers during his time in the majors.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / July 24

San Diego Padres Trade Deadline Guide 2025

The San Diego Padres are walking a familiar tightrope: expensive, top-heavy, and barely clinging to a playoff spot, but all the while still too talented and too close to fold.