San Diego Padres: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pirates obtain RHP Ron Marinaccio from Padres

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-handed reliever Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for international signing bonus pool considerations.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23

Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but must do more

Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but GM Ben Cherington must do more

The Pirates' moves on Thursday can only be the start of their bullpen overhaul. They still need a lot more.

Brewers reportedly aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline

Big update emerges on Mets' pitcher situation ahead of trade deadline

Why Red Sox's Sonny Gray is prime extension candidate

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler may have another act after all

Cubs expected to promote top prospect

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23

Brewers aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline

Brewers reportedly aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline

The Milwaukee Brewers have been a perennial playoff team but have been unable to reach the World Series. That could change this season.

Framber Valdez's meltdown makes Tigers' Tarik Skubal mistake look even worse

Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon lay out Braves trade framework for Tarik Skubal

Tigers' Framber Valdez continues to be weakest link in rotation

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MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 23

Padres Announce Starting Pitchers for Most Important Series of Season vs Marlins

The San Diego Padres have dropped their first two series following the All-Star break, and are now gearing up for a must-win three-game set with the Miami Marlins.

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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.

Mason Miller News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Padres Make Stance Clear on Potential Mason Miller Trade

The San Diego Padres have made it clear they are not looking to move Mason Miller before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, even as rival clubs continue monitoring one of baseball's most dominant relievers.

Griffin Canning News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 23

One Player Padres Must DFA If They're Serious About Making Playoff Push

It's time to end the experiment. It's time for the San Diego Padres to cut their losses. It's time to designate Griffin Canning for assignment. When the Padres signed Canning to a one-year, $2.5 million deal this offseason, it looked to be a potential steal.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / July 23

Game 103: San Diego Padres at Atlanta Braves

San Diego Padres (50-52) at Atlanta Braves (59-42), July 23, 2026, 9:15 a.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Truist Park – Atlanta, GA Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 23

Padres Announce Promising Update on Nick Pivetta, Joe Musgrove

The San Diego Padres could be getting some major reinforcements to the pitching staff in the coming weeks. Both Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta have been progressing well, with the two pitchers scheduled to throw to hitters this week.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Padres rumors: Will franchise sale blow up trade deadline plans?

A few months ago, the San Diego Padres gained new ownership, with José E. Feliciano and his wife, Kwanza Jones, acquiring the team for $3.9 billion. In the aftermath of the franchise sale and the team’s struggles, San Diego could sell off assets at the trade deadline, according to Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com.

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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.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 23

Padres’ five-run rally not enough in 7-6 loss

The Atlanta Braves host the San Diego Padres in the series-deciding finale. If the Braves win, they will have won three of the four games. A victory this morning secures a series split for the Padres.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 23

Padres Notes: SD Discussing Trade, Xander Bogaerts Responds to Craig Stammen, Buyers or Sellers?

The San Diego Padres lost a chaotic contest to the Atlanta Braves, 7-6, on Wednesday evening in a game that was tied 1-1 heading into the eighth inning.

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Mason Miller News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 23

Brewers Interested in Acquiring Padres Star Mason Miller: Report

The trade speculation and rumors circulating around the Milwaukee Brewers have been loud for weeks about various big-name players the organization could target before the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / July 22

Game 102: San Diego Padres at Atlanta Braves

San Diego Padres (50-51) at Atlanta Braves (58-42), July 22, 2026, 4:15 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Truist Park – Atlanta, GA Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

Xander Bogaerts News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 22

Padres' Xander Bogaerts Responds to Being Dropped in Lineup

San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts has struggled all season to perform up to his usual batting standards, and on Tuesday he paid the price. In the Padres' 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves, Bogaerts was dropped to the No.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Padres rival warns A.J. Preller about foolish trade gamble amid Mason Miller buzz

The San Diego Padres could be active at the trade deadline, but nobody knows if they plan on being buyers or sellers. With just a small chance of currently making the playoffs, executives around the league are trying to get a sense of what A.J.

Wandy Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22

Padres Discussing Wandy Peralta In Trade Talks

The Padres have been “actively discussing” left-handed reliever Wandy Peralta in trade talks recently, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. There’s no indication a deal is close at this time.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Padres rumors: The non-Mason Miller star reliever involved in ‘active’ trade talks

San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller has been one of the hottest names in the rumor mill with the August 3 trade deadline quickly approaching. While it’s unclear whether or not the front office will part ways with Miller, the latest word on the street is that a different reliever on the roster is gaining interest in trade talks.

Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Padres rumors: Will San Diego trade for Freddy Peralta despite need for offense?

The San Diego Padres could look to make a move at the trade deadline, and pitching is the one area they could use an upgrade. There are some players who may be available who fit that bill, and one of the first who comes to mind is Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets.

Manny Machado News / Field Level Media / July 21

Manny Machado blasts two HR's as Padres best Braves

Manny Machado hit a pair of home runs and starter Walker Buehler recovered from early troubles to pitch 5 2/3 strong innings and help the visiting San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 8-3 on Tuesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

Yankees could be denied Mason Miller trade for one reason

If the San Diego Padres do indeed decide to trade All-Star closer Mason Miller before the upcoming MLB trade deadline, one MLB insider believes the New York Yankees might miss out on him for one simple reason.

Yankees expected to use former top prospects as trade assets

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. shares blunt admission after heroics in win over Dodgers

Yankees and Rays could battle for Twins talent at trade deadline

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Historically bad start could complicate Twins pitcher Joe Ryan's trade market

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Miguel Andujar News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20