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Padres Predicted to Try to Trade for All-Star Starting Pitcher From Nationals

The Athletic's Jim Bowden listed Washington Nationals starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore as a likely trade candidate this offseason, and believes the San Diego Padres could make a move to bring back their former prospect.

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Padres' Mike Shildt Blasted by Ex-Cardinals Star in Brutal Rant After Sudden Exit

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt surprisingly announced his retirement earlier this month, and former St. Louis Cardinals slugger Matt Holliday sounded off on the now-former skipper.

Dylan Cease News / Gaslamp Ball / October 23

The Padres, Dylan Cease ending two-year tumultuous relationship

The abrupt end of your postseason life leaves little time for teams to formally say goodbye and thank the fans for their support. Instead of preparing for an opponent, the players are clearing out their lockers and getting ready for an unexpected start to the offseason.

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The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

Can you name every player to bash at least five home runs in their World Series career?

The 'AL & NL batting champions since 2003' quiz

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The 'Last World Series winning manager for each MLB team' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / October 23

Manny Machado, Jake Cronenworth named 2025 Silver Slugger Award finalists

Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth are joining Fernando Tatis Jr. as members of the San Diego Padres who have been named finalists for an MLB postseason award.

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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.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 22

Padres Minor League Team Under Fire for Congratulating Dodgers Star on World Series

Someone running the social media account for the El Paso Chihuahuas must be a major fan of Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell. The minor league team posted graphics of Snell on their official X account and their Facebook account wishing the pitcher congratulations on making the World Series.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 22

Former Padres, Dodgers Catcher Wants to Be San Diego's Next Manager

The San Diego Padres are dealing with the sting of a season that ended far too soon, and more recently, the sudden exit of their manager. After Mike Shildt surprisingly announced his retirement earlier this month, the Friars have added a job search to their offseason to-do list.

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

Should Padres Move Mason Miller to Starting Rotation?

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mason Miller made an immediate impact in San Diego after arriving from the Athletics at the trade deadline, posting a 0.66 ERA through his 22 regular season appearances with the Friars in 2025.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 22

Padres' AJ Preller Reveals Top Roster Priority This Offseason

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller spoke about the Padres' top offseason priorities in regards to their roster, citing starting pitching as a key area to fix.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

The Nationals need to swing big this offseason

The Nationals have a solid core in place, and it's time for them to make the moves that can carry them back into contention.

Three questions facing the New York Mets this offseason

Previewing MLB qualifying offer decisions for position players

Ranking the pending MLB free agents: National League edition

Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / October 21

Padres manager search heats up

Padres CEO Erik Greupner provided an update on Monday morning with the 97.3 FM morning show, Ben & Woods, that named former Cardinal Albert Pujols as a managerial candidate for the Padres.

Luis Arraez News / Sporting News / October 21

Padres trade idea for Rays' all-star lands Luis Arraez replacement

This trade makes sense for San Diego.

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 21

Padres' Dylan Cease Predicted to End Free Agency With $125 Million Deal

Soon-to-be free agent Dylan Cease is a very polarizing player. On one hand, Cease has tantalizing stuff. Few players in the league are able to command six pitches with a fastball sitting in the high 90s.

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The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Padres interview Brian Esposito for managerial job

The Padres’ managerial search has reached the interview stage, as The Athletic’s Dennis Lin reports that the club spoke with bench coach Brian Esposito on Monday.

Albert Pujols News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 21

Former Padres Gold Glove Winner Sends Warning to San Diego on Hiring Albert Pujols

Considering he's never coached or managed at the major league level, Albert Pujols has found himself in a surprising role this offseason: hottest free agent manager in baseball.

San 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.

Albert Pujols News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

Padres to interview Albert Pujols in managerial search

As the Padres search for a replacement for retiring manager Mike Shildt, they’re setting their sights on a big name: future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols.

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.

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 / 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.

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.

Who could Padres target as Mike Shildt's dugout successor?

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'Most hits in the 2010s' quiz

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