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Padres' Farm System Ranked Worst in MLB After Trade Deadline

After multiple trades at the deadline this season, the San Diego Padres have put themselves back into the playoff conversation in the National League. San Diego has been one of the better teams in baseball since the trade deadline, with the team landing multiple starting pitchers.

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Luis Rengifo Has Reached a New Level on the Padres

Left field quickly became an issue for the San Diego Padres after Ramon Laureano went down with a torn labrum in his right hip, ending his season. Laureano wasn’t exactly providing much production before the injury, however.

Ethan Salas News / Gaslamp Ball / August 21

The case for promoting Padres’ Ethan Salas this September

The San Diego Padres are one of the hottest teams in baseball, posting an 8-3 record over the last 10 games. It has allowed them to secure a slim one-game lead over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the chase for the last National League Wild Card berth. The roster seems set; everyone understands their roles.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 21

Padres Roundup: Joe Musgrove Good News, Ethan Salas Call-Up in Question, Huge Series Incoming

The San Diego Padres have a positive update regarding right-hander Joe Musgrove as he spoke, from an airport restaurant of all places, on his 2026 debut.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 20

Padres, Twins open series between final wild-card holders in NL, AL

While a lack of hitting was the biggest factor in the San Diego Padres' struggles at midseason, poor starting pitching was an issue as well. But in an 18-7 stretch that has lifted them from below .500 to the last National League wild-card spot with 34 games left, it's the rotation that has become one of the team's most reliable weapons.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Ethan Salas News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 20

Padres Reportedly Hesitant to Call Up Ethan Salas for One Unexpected Reason

The San Diego Padres have been contemplating the move to potentially call up top prospect Ethan Salas ahead of September. Salas has been dominating at Triple-A after a recent promotion, and his play has made waves throughout the organization.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 20

2 Recent Padres Castoffs Have Already Been Cut By Their New Teams

Two former pitchers of the San Diego Padres have been cut by their new teams after just a couple of games. Right-handed pitchers Matt Waldron and Ron Marinnacio have both been designated for assignment.

Jose Pirela News / Total Pro Sports / August 20

ICE Has Detained San Diego Padres’ Baseball Coach, Reveal Shocking Allegations

Oswaldo Jose Pirela, a San Diego Padres minor league coach, remains in ICE custody after federal authorities accused him of overstaying his US visa by eight years.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 20

Padres Announce Starting Pitchers for Huge Series vs Twins

Two teams battling to hold onto the final wild-card spot of their respective leagues clash this weekend, as the San Diego Padres host the Minnesota Twins at Petco Park.

Manny Machado News / Viral Sports News / August 19

Padres Announce Manny Machado Decision on Wednesday

The San Diego Padres closed out their series against the New York Mets on Wednesday afternoon looking to build on a solid win the night before, with a few adjustments in the lineup that caught some attention among fans and observers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19

Phillies adding depth to starting rotation with addition of Nester Cortes

The Philadelphia Phillies arguably have the best starting rotation in terms of their top three pitchers (Zack Wheeler, Christopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo). The back half of the rotation? Not so much.

Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins

Cristopher Sanchez earns league-leading 16th win as Phillies edge Marlins

Phillies signing ex-Yankees All-Star amid playoff race

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Nestor Cortes News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Phillies To Sign Nestor Cortes

Veteran lefty Nestor Cortes is heading to the Phillies on a major league deal, per Robert Murray of FanSided. Cortes is working his way back from arm surgery.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 19

Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres strive to fluster Mets again

As Fernando Tatis Jr. goes, so go the San Diego Padres. Tatis and the Padres will look to stay hot on Wednesday afternoon when they visit the New York Mets in the finale of a three-game series.