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On YouTubeJackson Merrill News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
Jackson Merrill’s not in a slump 
Look at the numbers instead of overreacting after a bad game A slump for me would be when a player is struggling for 10% of a season. Maybe 5%. Definitely not 3%.
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
Padres drop third game to Mariners
San Diego fails to record a hit with runners in scoring position during three-game sweep by Seattle San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King cruised through his first three innings against the Seattle Mariners.
Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres' Jackson Merrill a Future Hall of Famer? MLB Insider Thinks So
MLB Network analyst Jon Morosi believes San Diego Padres All-Star centerfielder Jackson Merrill is bound for the Hall of Fame. "The ceiling, legitimately, is he could be a Hall of Fame player," said Morosi.
The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz
How many of the 27 active MLB players to post a .300 or better batting average in multiple seasons can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
Game 45: Seattle Mariners at San Diego Padres
Your game thread for May 18, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.
Matt Waldron News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres Starting Pitcher Provides Massive Injury Update
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Matt Waldron began his rehab assignment with Double-A San Antonio Thursday, and appears to be making huge progress in his recovery.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres Rumors: MLB Insider Provides Massive Update on Michael King's Free Agency
MLB insider Jon Heyman says the San Diego Padres are expected to make a move to keep Michael King at Petco Park after his contract expires at the end of the 2025 season.
Leo De Vries News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
When Will Leo De Vries Debut for Padres? Insider Answers
San Diego Padres No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries has been tearing up the minor leagues with High-A Fort Wayne, but The Athletic's Dennis Lin does not believe the 18-year-old is ready for high pressure games at the end of the season despite speculation he may make an appearance for the Friars before the end of 2025.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 18
Padres Notes: Massive Dylan Cease Free Agency Update, Jackson Merrill Once Almost Traded
San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Dylan Cease is set to hit free agency following the 2025 season, but the question remains whether the Friars will attempt to sign him to a landmark contract in the offseason.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / May 18
Padres minor league update week #7
Yu Darvish and Matt Waldron begin their rehab Fort Wayne shortstop Leo De Vries has gone cold in May while San Antonio catcher Brandon Valenzuela has taken advantage of the loss of Ethan Salas to show he shouldn’t be forgotten.
Ethan Salas News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
When Will Padres' Ethan Salas Return From Significant Back Injury?
San Diego Padres president of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller revealed catching prospect Ethan Salas has a stress reaction in his lower back, and will remain sidelined until July.
Gavin Sheets News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
Padres Slugger Admits He Lost His Love for Baseball Last Few Years
A surprisingly key bat for the San Diego Padres' early season success has spoken about the challenges he faced in previous seasons. Over the offseason, the Padres signed outfielder Gavin Sheets to a minor league deal, giving him a chance to revive his career prospects.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
Padres Appear Ready to Move On From Key Free Agent, Per Latest Report
The San Diego Padres will face some tough decisions over the offseason, as two of their top starting pitchers are set to enter free agency simultaneously.
Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 17
Padres Considered Trading Jackson Merrill Before Superstar Broke Out: Report
The San Diego Padres have been aggressive under president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, constantly striving to improve and exploring potential deals to help the team contend for titles — even if it means sacrificing promising, cost-controlled talent.
San Diego Padres News / LWOSports.com / May 16
Why the Padres Are a Playoff Lock in 2025
The San Diego Padres are 27-15 and look poised to make back-to-back postseason appearances. They are in second place in the National League West, only half a game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2025.
Dan Serafini News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 16
Former Padres Pitcher Facing Murder Trial in Northern California
More than a decade after throwing his final professional pitch, former San Diego Padres left-hander Dan Serafini now finds himself facing a jury instead of a batter.
Michael King News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 16
Michael King Helping Padres Develop Next Great Starting Pitcher
San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King has been one of MLB's best starters since moving to California from New York, and now he's helping the newly-appointed Stephen Kolek find his feet in the rotation.
Stephen Kolek News / Field Level Media / May 15
Padres' Stephen Kolek out to shut down Mariners, his former club
In tossing 14 1/3 scoreless innings during his first two MLB starts, San Diego Padres right-hander Stephen Kolek has at the very least staked his claim on a rotation spot down the road, even though Yu Darvish is about to come off the injured list.
Yu Darvish News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 15
Here's How San Diego Padres Veteran Yu Darvish Performed in First Rehab Start
San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish began his rehab assignment on Wednesday night, tossing four innings for Triple-A El Paso. Darvish has been out all season because of right elbow inflammation, but reports indicate he could be back in the big leagues soon.
Yu Darvish News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Padres’ Yu Darvish sharp in Triple-A rehab as return nears
The San Diego Padres received promising news this week as Yu Darvish delivered a sharp and efficient rehab outing, bolstering hopes of a swift return to the big-league rotation.
Xander Bogaerts News / Field Level Media / May 15
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.
San Diego Padres News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 13
San Diego Padres' No. 2 Propect to Miss Months as He Rests Lingering Injury
Ethan Salas, the No. 2-ranked prospect in the San Diego Padres farm system, likely will not play again until July because of a stress reaction in his lower back.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / May 13
Padres teenage catching prospect to miss two months
One of the Padres' most promising prospects is dealing with a health setback.
Jhony Brito News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Padres right-hander underwent UCL surgery
Last month, Padres righty Jhony Brito underwent an internal brace surgery to address his UCL as well a flexor tendon repair.
Stephen Kolek News / Yardbarker / May 11
Padres make history in Coors Field romp over Rockies
The San Diego Padres have never had a game like they had on Saturday night in Denver. In fact, there hasn't been a game like what was witnessed at Coors Field in more than a century.
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