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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.

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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 / 9 hours ago

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.

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Manny Machado News / Field Level Media / 12 hours ago

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 / 13 hours ago

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.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / 16 hours ago

Padres' Dylan Cease, Michael King Could Land With AL Powerhouse in Blockbuster Trade, Says Insider

The Athletic's Jim Bowden revealed the Toronto Blue Jays are in for pitchers at the trade deadline, and could target the expiring contracts of San Diego Padres starters Michael King and Dylan Cease.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / 16 hours ago

Game 106: San Diego Padres at St. Louis Cardinals

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / 18 hours ago

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 / 19 hours ago

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.

Jake Cronenworth News / Gaslamp Ball / July 26

Padres beat Cardinals to end losing streak at four games

Jake Cronenworth scores two runs, proves to be the difference in the game San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth has received some trade interest over the past week and he showed why with a 1-for-3 night with a double and two runs scored that proved to be the difference in a 3-1 win over the St.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 26

Padres Could Trade Robert Suarez in Blockbuster Trade Deadline Move

The San Diego Padres are still looking for bats to help their lineup, and could unload the expiring contract of Robert Suarez to bring in the help they need.

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Game 105: San Diego Padres at St. Louis Cardinals

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MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 26

Padres' Nick Pivetta Calls Out Cardinals' Willson Contreras, MLB Umpires in Epic Rant

The San Diego Padres dropped their fourth game in a row in a frustrating contest against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday. Right-hander Nick Pivetta plucked

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 26

Padres Rumors: MLB Insider Provides Massive Dylan Cease Trade Update

Robert Murray or Fansided stated the San Diego Padres are entertaining trade offers which include right-handed starting pitcher Dylan Cease, though a deal is unlikely.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 26

Padres Fielding Offers on Multiple Pitchers as Trade Deadline Nears

The San Diego Padres are expected to have a busy deadline, and could ship out a number of pitchers in their quest to round out their team. The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal stated the Padres are drawing trade inquiries on big leaguers Ryan Bergert and Stephen Kolek as well as Double-A prospects Henry Baez and Braden Nett.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 26

Padres trending in wrong direction in postseason race

Notes from week 17 The San Diego Padres started their current road trip versus the Washington Nationals, Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals with a lead over the San Francisco Giants and Cardinals in the Wild Card race.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / July 26

Padres looking for more pop from lineup in clash vs. Cards

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has made it clear he wants to acquire more offense before the trade deadline. The Padres, for the time being, are trying to make do with what they have.

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.

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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.

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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.