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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 24

San Diego breaks out the brooms as Twins fall in series finale

This was a good weekend to be a San Diego Padres fan. The Friars finished off a sweep of the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon. It wasn’t much of a contest.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Padres Officially Release Former Dodgers Pitcher in Midst of Miracle Comeback Attempt

The San Diego Padres have released a veteran pitcher looking to make a comeback after eight years away from Major League Baseball. Right-handed pitcher Andrew Thurman, who joined the Padres on a minor league deal this offseason, has been released, per the team's transaction log on MiLB.com.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Red-Hot Padres Announce Starting Pitchers for Critical Series vs Pirates

After sweeping the Minnesota Twins in a three-game series, the San Diego Padres are now getting ready to host the Pittsburgh Pirates. San Diego has been one of the better teams in baseball since the All-Star Break, putting themselves in a great spot to make the playoffs.

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Randy Vasquez News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Randy Vasquez Sends Strong Message to Padres Manager With Latest Performance

The San Diego Padres completed the sweep of the Minnesota Twins on Sunday, and are now 11 games above .500. On Friday night in the opener, it was right-hander Randy Vásquez who delivered for the team.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

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Casey Mize News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Padres Receive Casey Mize Update After Freak Injury

The beginning of Casey Mize’s time with the San Diego Padres has been rocky, to say the least. But Saturday was the scariest moment yet for him. After the top of the second inning during San Diego’s 7-5 win over the Minnesota Twins, the 29-year-old suffered a right ankle sprain after slipping while walking down the dugout steps.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24

Playoff paths of Padres, Pirates vastly changed over past month

If you want to know how much the fortunes of a baseball team can change in a month, look at the San Diego Padres. On July 23, after a loss to the Atlanta Braves, the Padres were 50-53.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Padres Roundup: Casey Mize Update, Nick Pivetta May Not Start, Ty France Explains Breakout

The San Diego Padres completed the sweep of the Minnesota Twins with an 8-1 victory on Sunday afternoon. The Friars are now 71-60 on the year and two games up for the final wild-card spot in the National League.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Field Level Media / August 23

Fernando Tatis Jr. hits two HRs as Padres complete sweep of Twins

Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice and knocked in four runs Sunday, while Jackson Merrill added a homer as the San Diego Padres finished off a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins by exploding late for an 8-1 win.

Ty France News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 23

Padres' Ty France Reveals Secret Behind Unexpected Breakout Season

The San Diego Padres have turned their season around following the All-Star Break, with the team seeing strong performances from multiple parts of the roster.

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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 / 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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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.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / August 22

Luis Rengifo has become a vital weapon for Padres

Since the San Diego Padres acquired Rengifo, he has transformed his offensive output and turned into a vital weapon.

Consistent Ty France, Padres look to take down Twins again

Ty France, Padres back sharp Randy Vazquez in win over Twins

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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

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.

Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins

Cristopher Sanchez earns league-leading 16th win as Phillies edge Marlins

Phillies signing ex-Yankees All-Star amid playoff race

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