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Xander Bogaerts' 1st-inning blast sends Padres past Angels

Xander Bogaerts blasted a three-run homer Wednesday night and Randy Vasquez pitched six effective innings for the victory as the San Diego Padres stopped the visiting Los Angeles Angels 5-1.

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Randy Vasquez deals Padres past Angels

San Diego wins series to open homestand Randy Vasquez completed six strong innings to lead the San Diego Padres to a 5-1 win over the Los Angeles Angels at Petco Park, Wednesday.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Padres Manager Reveals Why He Isn't Platooning Left-Handed Slugger

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt believes that one of the team's top left-handed hitters deserves a chance to face left-handed pitching this season to determine if he can handle additional, unfavorable at-bats.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 14

Game 42: Los Angeles Angels at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for May 14, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Padres Veteran Castoff Doing Whatever He Can to Prove He's Worthy of Another Shot

A former San Diego Padres player is hosting showcases for MLB teams to demonstrate what he can still contribute on the field, hoping to secure a deal.

Jason Heyward News / Gaslamp Ball / May 14

The Padres need an upgrade in left field

Jason Heyward should not be an every day player The San Diego Padres are not getting enough offensive production from anyone playing in left field, especially Jason Heyward.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Former Padres Prospect, Cy Young Winner Joins American League Front Office

Taken in the fourth round of the 2007 MLB Draft out of Stetson University, Corey Kluber began his professional career with the San Diego Padres. He spent his first two seasons in the Padres' organization, reaching as high as Double-A.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Padres' Fernando Tatis Gets MVP Praise After First Career Walk-Off Home Run

San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a walk-off two-run home run to secure a victory against the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night. Tatis stepped up to the plate with the game tied at 4-4 in the bottom of the ninth inning, facing closer Kenley Jansen.

Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Padres' Michael King Hopes to Be Center of All Out Bidding War in Free Agency

San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King is preparing to enter free agency this winter, hoping to secure a massive deal that ensures long-term stability and ranks him among the highest-paid players.

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Yu Darvish Could Return to Padres After Just One Rehab Start

Yu Darvish’s first MLB start of the season could be right around the corner. The right-handed starting pitcher is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Padres Notes: Pitcher Has Season-Ending Surgery, All-Star Named Trade Candidate, Fernando Tatis Walk-Off

The San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Angels, 6-4, thanks to a walk-off two-run home run by Fernando Tatis Jr. in the ninth. The Friars are now 26-15 thanks to Tatis' first career walk-off bomb.

Matt Carpenter News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 14

Former Padres Infielder Announces Sudden Retirement

Matt Carpenter, the veteran infielder who played in San Diego in 2023, announced his retirement Wednesday on Sports Spectrum’s Get In The Game podcast.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14

With an early MVP candidate in tow, Padres look for series win over Angels

The quarter pole of a 162-game MLB season might be a bit early to speculate about Most Valuable Player candidates, but there's no question that San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr.

Jeremiah Estrada News / Gaslamp Ball / May 14

Jeremiah Estrada and the ‘chitter’

Padres reliever turns heads with his invention Right handed reliever Jeremiah Estrada, 26, was claimed off waivers by Padres general manager AJ Preller on November 6, 2023 after being released by the Chicago Cubs.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Field Level Media / May 14

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. beats Angels with walk-off homer

Fernando Tatis Jr. belted a game-winning two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning Tuesday night as the San Diego Padres rallied for a 6-4 win over the visiting Los Angeles Angels.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / May 14

Fernando Tatis Jr. has one of smoothest bat flips of all-time on walk-off HR

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a walk-off home run on Tuesday night and managed to gain infinite style points in the process. The San Diego Padres star outfielder Tatis was the hero during his team’s game against the Los Angeles Angels at Petco Park in San Diego, Calif.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 13

Injuries challenging the depth of the San Diego Padres 40-man roster

Ethan Salas (back) and Jhony Brito (UCL) out with major injuries. Injuries are a part of professional sports. They turn a promising season into a mess quickly.

Robert Suarez News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 13

Padres' Robert Suarez Gets Honest About Meltdown vs Angels

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez blew his first save of the season against the Los Angeles Angels, giving up an uncharacteristic number of walks and hits in moments where he has usually been rock solid.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 13

Game 41: Los Angeles Angels at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for May 13, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

Jhony Brito News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 13

Padres Pitcher Has UCL Surgery, Out for 2025 Season and Part of 2026

The San Diego Padres will be without a right-handed pitcher for the foreseeable future. Jhony Brito tore the flexor tendon in his right arm, necessitating UCL internal surgery and tendon repair, which he underwent last month.