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Casey Mize News / Larry Brown Sports / August 23

Padres trade deadline addition gets hurt falling down dugout steps

One of the San Diego Padres’ major trade deadline additions got hurt in a fluke dugout accident. Starting pitcher Casey Mize had to leave Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Twins due to a sprained ankle he suffered walking into the dugout.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / August 23

Game 131: Minnesota Twins at San Diego Padres

Minnesota Twins (63-67) at San Diego Padres (70-60), August 23, 2026, 1:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Petco Park – San Diego, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Jackson Merrill News / Gaslamp Ball / August 23

Merrill Madness as San Diego stuns Minnesota in thriller

The San Diego Padres had no business winning Saturday night’s game against the Minnesota Twins. Starter Casey Mize exited in the third inning after twisting his ankle on the dugout steps.

Nick Pivetta News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 23

Padres' Nick Pivetta May Not Return as Starting Pitcher This Season

Just when the San Diego Padres thought they would be getting Nick Pivetta back, the right-hander suffered a setback during his first rehab assignment. Pivetta has been trying to work his way back to the Padres this year, with this being the latest in a series of setbacks.

Walker Buehler News / TWSN / August 23

Walker Buehler August 23rd Pitching Matchup & Analysis

Despite a series loss to the New York Mets, the San Diego Padres are now on the verge of sweeping the Minnesota Twins. For Game 3, Walker Buehler is the listed probable starter for San Diego.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 23

Padres seek sweep of Twins after another comeback win

While the San Diego Padres would prefer not to have to rally from behind so often, they have become one of the top comeback teams in the majors this year.

Casey Mize News / ESPN / August 23

Padres' Mize hurts ankle on dugout steps, exits

Padres right-hander Casey Mize left Saturday night's game against the Twins with a sprained right ankle after he slipped going down the steps into the dugout.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 23

Padres dig out of early hole, surge past Twins

Ty France's RBI single capped a four-run rally in the bottom of the seventh inning Saturday night that helped the San Diego Padres rally for a 7-5 win over the visiting Minnesota Twins.

Casey Mize News / Field Level Media / August 22

Padres RHP Casey Mize exits vs. Twins with ankle sprain

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Casey Mize left Saturday night's game versus the visiting Minnesota Twins with a right ankle sprain with two outs in the top of the third inning.

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Gaslamp Ball / August 22

This is the Fernando Tatis Jr. we’ve been waiting for

This is the Fernando Tatis Jr. we all knew was in there. Doubts had crept into the minds of San Diego Padres fans about whether Tatis could reclaim the player we first experienced, before injuries and a suspension for using a banned substance.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Padres’ Craig Stammen shares crucial Joe Musgrove, Nick Pivetta injury updates

The San Diego Padres are pushing to clinch a National League Wild Card spot. Two pitchers who could help them accomplish that feat — Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta — are currently recovering from injuries.

Mason Miller News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 22

Mason Miller Reveals New 'Expectation' for Padres Starting Pitchers

The San Diego Padres have turned things around since the All-Star break, with much of this being placed on the shoulders of the bolstered starting rotation.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / August 22

Luis Rengifo has become a vital weapon for Padres

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Consistent Ty France, Padres look to take down Twins again

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Nick Pivetta News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22

Padres Gain 2027 Club Option On Nick Pivetta

Nick Pivetta was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 13 due to a flexor strain, and the Padres right-hander has yet to return to action. Friday

Ty France News / Field Level Media / August 22

Consistent Ty France, Padres look to take down Twins again

In the spirit of Players' Weekend, San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France brought out a bat Friday night that was half baguette, half French flag. Like most of the bats France has used this year, it hit the ball well.

Luis Rengifo News / Just Baseball / August 21

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.

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.

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.

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