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Padres Could Shift Mason Miller to Starting Pitcher

The San Diego Padres traded a massive prospect package to acquire relief pitcher Mason Miller, a true flame-throwing arm. In the trade, the Padres sent top prospect Leo De Vries, Braden Nett, Henry Baez, and Eduarniel Nunez to the Athletics for Miller and veteran left-hander J.P.

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Former Padres Coach Passes Away

Former San Diego Padres scout and coach Jack Bloomfield, who gained fame as one of the first American-born baseball stars in Japan, died on Monday. He was 95.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2

Padres’ Ryan O’Hearn gets brutally honest on joining San Diego

The San Diego Padres wasted no time making a splash before the MLB trade deadline, acquiring veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn from the Baltimore Orioles in a deal designed to add depth and versatility.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / August 2

Padres for the win

Notes from deadline week (18) The San Diego Padres completed their series with the St Louis Cardinals on July 27, splitting the series, while dealing with road fatigue combined with heat and humidity.

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Padres Notes: Friars Make Roster Move, Cut Fan Favorite, Tried to Land All-Star Starting Pitcher at Deadline

In the first game after a chaotic MLB trade deadline, the San Diego Padres beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 4-1. Nick Pivetta delivered a gem, going seven innings and only giving up one run.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2

Padres’ Manny Machado reacts to San Diego’s Mason Miller trade

The San Diego Padres made waves at the trade deadline once again, and veteran third baseman Manny Machado had a lot to say about it. Following the San Diego trade deadline acquisition of All-Star closer Mason Miller, the team sent a clear message.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 2

Randy Vasquez, Padres' bullpen look to deck Cards

It didn't take Mason Miller long to contribute to the San Diego Padres' stacked bullpen. The Athletics' former closer, traded to the Padres on Thursday in a stunning six-player deal, threw a scoreless eighth inning Friday night during a 4-1 victory over the visiting St.

Mason Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2

How did Mason Miller pitch in Padres debut vs. Cardinals?

No team went more all-in than the San Diego Padres at the trade deadline this season, and one of their big-name additions got his first action with the Friars on Friday night.

Nick Pivetta News / Field Level Media / August 2

Nick Pivetta deals, new-look Padres beat the Cardinals

Nick Pivetta allowed just one hit in seven innings and Jackson Merrill capped a four-run fifth inning with a two-run single as the San Diego Padres beat the visiting St.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Tyler Wade designated for assignment for second time this season

The Padres designated infielder/outfielder Tyler Wade for assignment and optioned reliever Ron Marinaccio before tonight’s game. San Diego had already designated Martín Maldonado and Trenton Brooks for assignment last night.

Mason Miller News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres' Role for Mason Miller Revealed By Team Insider

After their trade deadline moves on Thursday, the San Diego Padres have put together the strongest bullpen in MLB. San Diego has been battling to hold on to one of the NL Wild Card spots and are only three games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West.

A.J. Preller News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres' AJ Preller Has Epic Quote to Wild Trade Deadline

President of baseball operations A.J. Preller was up to his usual tricks on Thursday afternoon, wheeling and dealing as he aims to improve the roster. The San Diego Padres entered the MLB trade deadline with clear holes at catcher, left field, and the back end of the rotation.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres Make Massive Roster Move, Overhaul Squad Ahead of Friday’s Game

The San Diego Padres made a massive roster move after their Thursday deadline deals, activating Mason Miller, Ryan O'Hearn, Ramon Laureano, JP Sears and Freddy Fermin after optioning Ron Marinaccio and designating Tyler Wade for assignment earlier.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres Tried to Acquire Mackenzie Gore From Nationals in Potential Blockbuster Trade Deadline Deal

The San Diego Padres thought they won when they acquired four-time All-Star outfielder Juan Soto in a trade with the Washington Nationals at the deadline in 2022.

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Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres GM Reveals Why Friars Didn't Trade Dylan Cease

The San Diego Padres got plenty of deals done ahead of the MLB trade deadline, but the team didn't part with starting pitcher Dylan Cease, who was one of the hottest names in the rumor mill.

Leo De Vries News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 1

Padres GM Gets Honest About Trading Top Prospect Leo De Vries in Deadline Shocker

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller spoke about the decision to trade former Padres No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries at Thursday's deadline. The Padres shipped out De Vries — and three top-30 pitching prospects — to the Athletics Thursday morning, bringing in All-Star closer Mason Miller and starter JP Sears.

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Trade-happy A's building something special

A flurry of deals Thursday highlighted a busy MLB trade deadline. While many position players and starting pitchers were dealt, the theme of this year's deadline was postseason contenders adding to their bullpen.

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With new additions, Padres seek to subdue Cardinals

If the San Diego Padres are contending, it's a given that general manager A.J. Preller is going for it. After making five trades on Thursday, Preller showed he is swinging for the fences to bring the franchise its first World Series title.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / August 1

The Padres, Once Again, Steal the Deadline Headlines

There’s reckless driving, then there’s going 130 mph the wrong way down a one-way street. Padres GM A.J. Preller is the one behind the wheel, texting and changing the music.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Busy Padres DFA two veterans after massive trade deadline

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Padres Complete Their Lineup with Ryan O’Hearn and Ramón Laureano

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller continues to approach this trade deadline with unprecedented tenacity. After acquiring star closer Mason Miller from the Athletics, he swung a huge deal with the Baltimore Orioles to get two impact hitters.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Yardbarker / August 1

Padres stay busy at trade deadline, add coveted power bat

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Did the Padres trade away their future?

The Padres have traded their top prospect as they look to maximize their current window of contention.

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San Diego Padres Pull off a Stunning Blockbuster for Mason Miller

Momma, there goes that man again. A.J. Preller is the king of making trades that make your jaw drop and he has done that again, swinging a huge deadline day deal for A’s flamethrower Mason Miller.