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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 21
Padres Have Conducted First Managerial Interview
The San Diego Padres interviewed their first managerial candidate Monday. CEO Erik Greupner appeared on 97.3-FM to update listeners of the "Ben and Woods" show about where the team is in the process of identifying Mike Shildt's successor.
San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / October 21
The Padres Will Have a Lot to Replace in Free Agency
As soon as the San Diego Padres’ season ended, A.J. Preller was spotted strolling across Wrigley Field talking on the phone. Knowing how Preller operates, it wouldn’t be surprising if he was already working the phones, checking in around the league to see who might be available to help improve the roster.
A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 20
Padres Expect to Re-Sign A.J. Preller to Contract Extension: Reports
Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller is entering the final year of his contract in 2026. Expect that to change soon. Padres chairman Erik Greupner told 97.3-FM in San Diego that "part of that review process is going to be looking for a new manager ...
The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in one postseason game can you name in five minutes?
Ethan Salas News / Sporting News / October 20
Padres predicted to trade top 100 prospects Ethan Salas, Kruz Schoolcraft for $400 million Cy Young winner 
This would make the Padres true contenders for the NL West.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 20
Dylan Cease Linked to 3 Teams in Free Agency, And None Are the Padres
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease is set to enter free agency in the offseason, and it is becoming increasingly clear the Padres aren't looking to bring back the right-hander during free agency.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 20
Padres Receive Bleak Outlook on Future After Another Disappointing Postseason
ESPN's David Schoenfield had a harsh prediction for the San Diego Padres following their loss to the Chicago Cubs in the Wild Card Series this season. Schoenfield believes 2025 was the Padres' last chance to make a deep postseason run, and thinks their future will only go downhill from here.
Albert Pujols News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20
Albert Pujols, Angels end talks regarding managerial opening
It appears Albert Pujols won’t be the next manager of the Angels.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 20
Padres to Interview Former Dodgers, Cardinals All-Star for Manager's Job: Report
The Padres plan to interview recently retired slugger Albert Pujols for their managerial vacancy, according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 19
Padres Fans Will Love Latest Dylan Cease Update From Insider
MLB insider Mark Feinsand provided an update on the free agency future of San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease. Cease is set to enter free agency this offseason, and will be one of the top pitchers available during the offseason.
Martin Maldonado News / Total Apex Sports / October 19
Martin Maldonado Retires: World Series Champion Hangs Up His Gear After 15-Year Journey
Martin Maldonado announced his retirement from Major League Baseball by bearing his soul on an Instagram post. The 37-year-old catcher, whose defensive prowess behind the plate defined his 15-year career, chose to walk away from the game that has been his life’s work since he was four years old.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 19
Padres Notes: Veteran Suddenly Retires, Pitcher Undergoes Major Surgery, Blockbuster Trade Link
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nestor Cortes had a procedure on his throwing arm, and he will miss the 2026 season during recovery. Cortes is a free agent, so he will not have a team for the upcoming season.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 18
Padres Linked to All-Star Starting Pitcher in Potential Offseason Trade
Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter named starting pitching as the San Diego Padres' biggest need during the offseason, and believes they could acquire starter Joe Ryan from the Minnesota Twins to patch the hole.
Nestor Cortes News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 18
Padres Free Agent Pitcher Undergoes Major Surgery, Likely Out for 2026
After a disappointing season in which he only made six starts for the Padres, upcoming free agent Nestor Cortes announced Thursday that he underwent surgery on his throwing arm.
Martin Maldonado News / Field Level Media / October 18
Padres C Martin Maldonado retires after 15 seasons
Catcher Martin Maldonado announced his retirement Saturday after 15 seasons with seven teams. Maldonado, 39, appeared in 64 games for the San Diego Padres this season.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / October 18
Padres should make qualifying offers to pitchers Dylan Cease, Michael King
The qualifying number for MLB free agents was announced earlier this week and according to a report from the Associated Press is set at $22,025,000, which is up from $21.05 million in 2025.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18
World Series-winning catcher announces MLB retirement
After 15 Major League seasons, Martin Maldonado is retiring from baseball. The 39-year-old catcher made the official announcement today via his Instagram page, thanking his family, the fans, teammates, coaches, and many others who helped him live his dream.
Nestor Cortes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 17
Padres’ Nestor Cortes out 9-10 months after successful arm surgery
San Diego Padres pitcher Nestor Cortes Jr. will be out of action for the next nine to ten months following successful surgery to repair a torn tendon in his throwing arm, the southpaw announced via social media.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16
3 reasons why Padres must hire Albert Pujols
The San Diego Padres are looking for a new manager yet again. Mike Shildt announced his retirement earlier this week, but there are some questions about the truth of what really happened.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Padres React to Fernando Tatis Jr. News Amid MLB Offseason
The San Diego Padres were eliminated from the MLB playoffs in the team’s first matchup. A week after, Padres manager Mike Shildt announced his sudden retirement after two years in San Diego.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15
New details prove Cardinals made the right decision to fire Mike Shildt in 2021
Jon Heyman of the New York Post revealed that there was tension between Shildt and the Padres' coaching staff, and that similar issues arose when he was fired from the Cardinals in 2021.
A.J. Preller News / Yardbarker / October 15
Why Padres should consider moving on from A.J. Preller
Out of all the teams that entered the MLB postseason in 2025, the Padres have the most question marks heading into the offseason.
San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / October 14
Padres Considering Moving All-Star Reliever to Rotation
The San Diego Padres were a juggernaut in 2025, thanks mostly to their lockdown bullpen, anchored by closer Robert Suarez and setup man Mason Miller, who was acquired on July 31st from the Athletics.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 13
Who could Padres target as Mike Shildt's dugout successor?
The 57-year-old veteran manager informed the Padres on Monday that he would be retiring ahead of the 2026 season.
San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10
MLB disciplines Padres players over incident in wild-card round
Major League Baseball took action against two San Diego Padres players in response to an incident at the conclusion of the team’s loss in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card series.
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