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Michael King Back With Padres, Has Immediate High Expectations For Himself

After months of rehabilitation on his knee and shoulder, San Diego Padres starter Michael King is aiming to become a workhorse. King has been on the injured list for months this season, missing time with a shoulder issue, then coming back and aggravating his knee.

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Tigers' all-star predicted to sign with San Diego Padres following season

The Detroit Tigers may lose one of their most productive bats this offseason.

Xander Bogaerts News / Sporting News / September 9

Padres get Xander Bogaerts update ahead of series with the Reds

Xander Bogaerts is no longer in a walking boot, and could return soon.

San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / September 9

Padres' Ryan O'Hearn predicted to sign with NL Central club following 2025 season

The San Diego Padres may not have Ryan O'Hearn in their lineup next season.

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Fernando Tatis Jr. News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 9

Padres' $340 Million All-Star Named Biggest X-Factor for Rest of Season

Fernando Tatis Jr. walked things off for the San Diego Padres on Monday night against the Cincinnati Reds. MLB Network's Mark DeRosa recently listed him as one of MLB's biggest 'X-factors' for the remainder of the 2025 season.

Dylan Cease News / Sporting News / September 9

Padres’ Dylan Cease receives $155 million contract update ahead of free agency

Cease is expected to be one of the most coveted pitchers this offseason.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / September 9

Padres back on track after sluggish September start

One of the best marathons run each year is a baseball season. Once the calendar hits Labor Day, it begins the sprint to the finish. Too often, the summer contenders fade away, as they did not have the stamina to last the six-month journey. For the San Diego Padres, the first week of September was as disastrous as possible.

San Diego Padres News / CBSSports.com / September 9

Today's best MLB pitcher strikeout props: Back Padres starter against Reds

After simulating every MLB game 10,000 times, the SportsLine Projection Model has identified the three best pitcher strikeout props for Tuesday's 15-game schedule

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / September 9

Padres' Michael King set for latest return vs. Reds

Michael King acknowledged he rushed his comeback last month from a nerve issue that caused problems with his pitching shoulder, leading to knee inflammation that landed him on the injured list for another month.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 9

MLB Insider Predicts Padres to Steal NL West Crown Over Dodgers

The San Diego Padres have recently been predicted to win the National League West division. The Friars are currently one game back from the Los Angeles Dodgers, and are firmly positioned in a Wild Card spot with a three-game advantage of the No.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 9

Padres top Reds on Fernando Tatis' walk-off sac fly

Fernando Tatis Jr. lofted a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the 10th inning Monday night as the San Diego Padres rallied for a 4-3 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / September 9

Padres get walk-off win to open series with Reds

The San Diego Padres recorded 31 hits in their final two games on the road against the Colorado Rockies. They returned to Petco Park to start a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday and were held hitless until the bottom of the fourth when Gavin Sheets hit a double to the right-center field gap.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 8

Padres rumors: San Diego to be active ‘adding pieces,’ per rival executives

The San Diego Padres are once again commanding offseason attention, with rival executives predicting general manager AJ Preller will continue his trademark aggressive style.

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Xander Bogaerts News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Padres' Xander Bogaerts Announces Update as MLB Playoffs Near

The San Diego Padres (78–65) are looking to dethrone the Los Angeles Dodgers and capture the NL West crown, entering Monday with just a one-game deficit in the division.

David Morgan News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 8

Padres Coach Has Hilarious 5-Word Message on Pitcher

A San Diego Padres coach had a humorous response when asked about the talents of relief pitcher David Morgan, who has been a solid arm in the bullpen during his rookie season.

Kyle Hart News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 8

Padres Expected to Cut Ties With $5 Million Pitcher This Offseason

The San Diego Padres are sitting at just one game behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. After dropping five games in a row, the Friars responded by outscoring the Colorado Rockies 18-9 in the final two games of the series and are looking to continue their winning ways back at home against the Cincinnati Reds.

Bud Black News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 8

Former Padres Manager Wants to Get Another Opportunity With MLB Team

Former San Diego Padres manager Bud Black is aiming for a comeback to an MLB team's dugout after getting fired by the Colorado Rockies. Black spent 10 seasons with the Rockies, one of the longest-standing managers in baseball for a while, though the ballclub moved on from the experienced coach during the early stages of the season.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 8

MLB Insider Skeptical of Padres Winning World Series For One Big Reason

ESPN's David Schoenfield doesn't believe the San Diego Padres have what it takes to win the World Series in 2025, citing their lack of consistent offense as their downfall.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Padres' Mike Shildt Facing Jake Cronenworth Decision Before MLB Playoffs

The San Diego Padres have been desperate for offensive production as they have dropped seven of their last ten games, looking to get back on track with the playoffs approaching.

Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8

Padres expected to activate Michael King

The Padres are expected to reinstate right-hander Michael King from the injured list to start tomorrow’s game versus the Reds, reports Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Heath Bell News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Former Padres Closer Heath Bell Makes Dream Comeback in Banana Ball

Former San Diego Padres closer Heath Bell added a splash of nostalgia and flair to the Savannah Bananas stop at Petco Park. The Bananas called on Bell to help get them out of the sixth inning, and he did so in signature style.

Nestor Cortes News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5