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Padres All-Star Addition Was Shocked to Be Traded to San Diego

San Diego Padres designated hitter Ryan O'Hearn was one of the more surprising additions made at the MLB trade deadline. The Padres landed him and outfielder Ramon Laureano from the Baltimore Orioles, giving up a whopping six prospects to make deal happen.

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Former Padres outfielder and current Yankees slugger breaks silence on free agency

Former San Diego Padres outfielder and current New York Yankees slugger breaks his silence on MLB free agency.

Jeremiah Estrada News / Gaslamp Ball / August 26

Padres have a Jeremiah Estrada problem against the Dodgers

For much of the 2025 season, San Diego Padres reliever Jeremiah Estrada has been brilliant coming out of the bullpen. He has pitched to a 3.19 ERA by striking out 84 batters in 59.1 innings pitched.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / August 26

Here’s how Padres’ Michael King plans to make up for long absence

King wants to help his team when it matters most—in October.

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The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Can you name the player with the most home runs in one MLB season for each position on the diamond?

The 'MLB single-season switch-hitter home run leaders' quiz

The 'Four+ 20-home run/20-stolen base MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB RBI leaders' quiz

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

Padres Notes: Michael King Linked to 2 Teams, Jeremiah Estrada Talks Struggles vs Dodgers, History Made Against LA

The San Diego Padres lost, 9-6, against the Seattle Mariners on Monday, dropping a full game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 26

Poor fifth inning results in loss for Padres

David Morgan was called on to pitch for the San Diego Padres after starter JP Sears completed just 3 2/3 innings against the Seattle Mariners. Morgan inherited a runner at third base with the game tied, 4-4.

Fernando Tatis Jr. ends longest drought of career with HR vs. Mariners

The San Diego Padres moved into first place in the NL West after winning two of three games against the Los Angeles Dodgers. San Diego entered Monday’s series opener against the Seattle Mariners tied with LA for the division lead.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 25

Cal Raleigh reaches another milestone with HR against Padres

Seattle Mariners Cal Raleigh has done it again. For the 50th time, to be exact.

Rookie pitcher's emergence a promising sign for Yankees' future

Aaron Boone shares where struggling player stands with New York

Phillies' Jordan Romano's season goes from bad to worse in loss to Mets

Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino a major reason for team's improved offense

Angels manager recovering from quadruple bypass, hopeful to return

Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres' $97.2 Million Star Linked to 2 AL East Teams as Free Agency Looms

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King is expected to get paid during the winter free agent period after putting together several years of high-level production.

Jeremiah Estrada News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres' Jeremiah Estrada Has No Idea Why He Struggles Against Dodgers

Jeremiah Estrada has been one of the most reliable relief pitchers for the San Diego Padres this season, providing excellent set-up performances that help bridge the gap towards higher-leverage arms.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / August 25

Padres' Nestor Cortes breaks silence on facing Freddie Freeman after grand slam

Nestor Cortes faced Freddie Freeman for the first time since the grand slam.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres Accomplish Something Against Dodgers Not Done Since 1906

Stoney McGlynn and Jack Pfiester, meet Yu Darvish and Nestor Cortes. The San Diego Padres' starting pitchers on Friday and Saturday did something no pair of pitchers has done in 119 years.

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The 'Season TD pass leaders by NFL team' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders' quiz

The 'Second-leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 20-home run MLB seasons' quiz

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres Receive 'A+' in Trade Deadline Re-Grade

The San Diego Padres are currently tied with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers in the vaunted NL West. Mike Shildt's team has been chipping away at what was once a nine-game deficit.

Jason Adam News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres Pitcher Reveals Shocking Messages He's Received From Fans Regarding His Daughter

San Diego Padres reliever Jason Adam revealed some of the extreme hate comments that he has received via social media. The modern athlete deals with unique challenges that the previous generations of players did not face.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 25

Minor league update: Week 21

The two A-level minor league teams (Lake Elsinore Storm and Fort Wayne TinCaps) end their season on Sept. 7, while the Double-A and Triple-A teams (San Antonio Missions and El Paso Chihuahuas) finish on Sept.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Mason Miller reveals what Padres told him about unique role ahead of arbitration

The San Diego Padres made one of the boldest moves at the MLB trade deadline by acquiring Mason Miller. The team wasted no time clarifying his role. After the trade deadline deal, the Padres asked Miller what position he envisioned within their bullpen.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Padres’ Ramon Laureano told A.J. Preller he’s ‘nuts’ after bombshell trade

The San Diego Padres stunned fans by landing Ramon Laureano in a bold MLB trade deadline move. Since joining the Padres, Laureano has been on fire, slashing .338/.393/.584 with four home runs in just 21 games.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24

Three best landing spots for Adley Rutschman this offseason

The Baltimore Orioles (59-70) made a potentially franchise-altering move this week, and it could lead to a significant addition to the trade market this offseason.

Orioles place IF Jordan Westburg, P Brandon Young on injured list

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

The 'AL and NL Rookie of the Year award winners since 2000' quiz

Nick Pivetta News / Field Level Media / August 24

Padres turn to Nick Pivetta in bid for sweep vs. Dodgers

What a difference a weekend is making for the San Diego Padres. After being swept out of first place in the National League West last weekend by the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego is a game away from returning the favor this weekend in its home park.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 23

Nester Cortes shuts down Dodgers, Padres move into first

Nestor Cortes allowed just one hit over six shutout innings Saturday night and Ramon Laureano knocked in two runs to lift the San Diego Padres to a 5-1 win over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers to move back into first place in the National League West.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23