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Nick Pivetta dominates Giants as Padres break losing skid

Nick Pivetta fired six dominant innings Tuesday night and the San Diego Padres snapped a four-game losing streak with a 5-1 win over the visiting San Francisco Giants.

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Padres' Michael King Provides 3-Word Update on Knee Injury

The San Diego Padres are in a bit of a skid after dropping their fourth straight game. After being swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers and dropping out of the first-place spot in the NL West, the Friars fell to the San Francisco Giants to kick off a four-game set at Petco Park.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Sporting News / August 19

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. still has positive outlook following Dodgers sweep

The Padres' star still has faith in San Diego's division chances

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Mike Shildt News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 19

Padres' Mike Shildt Claps Back at Reporter Regarding Ryan O'Hearn Not Starting

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt confronted a reporter over questions regarding his decision to not start Ryan O'Hearn on Monday against the San Fransisco Giants.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 19

Padres Provide Ominous Update on Jackson Merrill Injury

San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill missed Monday's game against the San Francisco Giants with an ankle injury. Merrill rolled his ankle in Friday's series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 19

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr Remains Confident After Being Swept By Dodgers

Fernando Tatis Jr. said all the right things — publicly, at least — after the Padres' 5-4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. The three-game sweep at the hands of their fiercest rivals allowed the Padres to lose first place in the National League West — for now.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 19

Former Padres Star Now With Dodgers Named Biggest X-Factor in NL West Race

The San Diego Padres were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers over the weekend, but have a chance to redeem themselves beginning Friday as the NL West rivals face off at Petco Park.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19

Padres’ Mike Shildt ‘barks at league’ after Xander Bogaerts HR gets overturned

The San Diego Padres left San Francisco stunned just days after losing their grip on first place in the NL West. Their frustration only grew when Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts lifted a deep fly to left field that looked like a home run.

San Diego Padres News / CBSSports.com / August 19

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After simulating every MLB game 10,000 times, the SportsLine Projection Model has identified the three best pitcher strikeout props for Tuesday's 16-game schedule

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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 19

Four-run first inning proves to be too much to overcome for Padres

The San Diego Padres found themselves in an all too familiar situation in their series opener against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park, Monday. The Padres trailed the Giants, 4-0 as a result of San Diego starter Nestor Cortes allowing three first inning home runs.

Xander Bogaerts News / ESPN / August 18

Bogaerts loses homer on fan interference call

Xander Bogaerts of the San Diego Padres had a home run overturned due to fan interference leading manager Mike Shildt to be tossed for coming out of the dugout .

Leo De Vries News / New Baseball Media / August 19

Minor League Promotions: Leo De Vries, Marek Houston Moved Up

The Pirates officially promoted Konnor Griffin, one of the best hitting prospects in all of baseball, to Double-A on August 18. But Griffin wasn’t the only notable shortstop to head to Double-A on the day.

Jackson Merrill News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Padres’ Jackson Merrill injury timeline revealed after Dodgers sweep

The last three games were a bit rough for the San Diego Padres as the team got swept 3-0 by the Los Angeles Dodgers. With the club hoping to get back in the win column soon, it sounds like the team will be without outfielder Jackson Merrill for some time.

Jackson Merrill News / Field Level Media / August 18

Jackson Merrill in question as Padres prep for Giants

The weekend didn't go the way the San Diego Padres hoped it would. Holding a one-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West, San Diego was swept out of Chavez Ravine, losing Sunday 5-4 to fall two games out of first place in the division.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Padres Announce Jackson Merrill News After Leaving Dodgers Game

The San Diego Padres have put together a strong second half that has put the NL West within reach, currently owning a 69–54 record and sitting just one game back of the division lead behind the Los Angeles Dodgers entering Sunday.

Luis Patino News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Padres release right-hander

The Padres have released right-hander Luis Patino, according to the MadFriars website.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / August 17

Credit Where It’s Due: Adrian Morejón Is a Legit Weapon

Adrian Morejón, a left-handed reliever on the San Diego Padres has been one of the most unbelievably strong arms so far in 2025. He notched a strong 2024 season and had some buzz about being a solid lefty bullpen arm, but his performance this season has cemented him as one of the league’s premier bullpen pieces.

Michael King News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15

Padres’ Michael King gets good news on MRI, sets target date for return

The San Diego Padres are riding high. Manager Mike Shildt has lead his squad back to the top of the National League West. The Padres turned heads when they tied the Los Angeles Dodgers, but now they are leading the way.