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Padres All-Star Looking to Join Tony Gwynn in Exclusive Club in 2025

San Diego Padres All-Star infielder Luis Arraez is looking for his fourth consecutive batting title, a feat which has not been achieved since lifetime Padre and Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn did it from 1994-97.

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Game 40: Los Angeles Angels at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for May 12, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Yu Darvish's First Rehab Start Date Revealed

San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish is expected to return to the team soon, with a rehabilitation start tentatively scheduled for Wednesday in Las Vegas.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Padres Accomplish Insane MLB History Not Done Since 1889

The San Diego Padres became the first MLB team to score more than 20 runs and have their starter throw a complete game shutout since the Cincinnati Red Stockings in 1889 during their 21-0 rout of the Colorado Rockies Saturday evening.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Jackson Merrill's Illness Revealed

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt spoke out about the illness which caused him to scratch All-Star center fielder Jackson Merrill an hour before first pitch against the Colorado Rockies Sunday afternoon.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

75 iconic superstar athletes wearing unusual & unfamiliar uniforms

There are indelible images of certain athletes in specific uniforms. Barry Sanders wearing the Honolulu blue and silver of the Detroit Lions, for example.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Padres Pursued All-Star, Gold Glove First Baseman in Free Agency: Report

The San Diego Padres have a roster full of superstars. Although they already possess some playoff experience, president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has been on the hunt for seasoned veterans who can provide leadership on the field.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Fully Healthy Padres Lineup Proving to Be Major Problem for Opposing Pitchers

The San Diego Padres put up 21 runs on the Colorado Rockies Saturday night as they have once again proved to the baseball world that they are not to be overlooked.

Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Padres Coach Thinks MLB Should Discuss Rule Change After Luis Arraez Incident

San Diego Padres first base coach David Macias supported the idea of using a "double base" to reduce collision injuries between runners and first basemen.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 12

Padres Notes: Jackson Merrill Scratched From Lineup, Fernando Tatis Admits to Fatigue

After 34 runs in two days, the San Diego Padres were due for a heat check on Sunday. The Friars lost, 9-3, to the Colorado Rockies as they dropped to 25-14 on the year.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / May 12

Despite loss, Padres confident ahead of series with Angels

The San Diego Padres took their 9-3 loss Sunday at the seven-win Colorado Rockies in stride. "One hundred sixty-two," Padres third baseman Manny Machado said, referring to the length of a baseball season.

Luis Arraez News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Padres First Base Coach Gives Firsthand Experience of 'Scary' Luis Arraez Collision

Hearts sank as first baseman Luis Arraez laid flat on his back in pain after a brutal collision with Houston Astros second baseman Mauricio Dubón on April 20. After bunting a ground ball, Arraez ran full speed to first base where Dubón was running to get an out.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who threw the most recent no-hitter for every MLB team?

Look, the no-hitter is no perfect game. A pitcher can get a bit sloppy and still throw a no-hitter. Loud outs, walks, and the like. Five pitchers have thrown no-hitters and allowed multiple runs.

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Padres' Dylan Cease Provides Major Update After Leaving Last Start Early Due to Injury

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease gave a positive update following his exit from Wednesday night's game against the Yankees with a forearm cramp.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Padres' Fernando Tatis Admits He's Fatigued After Hot Start to Season

San Diego Padres All-Star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. cited fatigue as a reason why he has avoided using a leg kick during his at bats in May. “Just (trying to) find solutions,” said Tatis to the San Diego Union-Tribune, explaining the change.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Padres Dominance Leads to Second Manager Being Fired This Season

USA Today MLB columnist Bob Nightengale announced the Colorado Rockies fired manager Buddy Black after their three-game series against the San Diego Padres on Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / May 11

Padres stymied by Rockies in third game of series

San Diego manages just five hits in loss A day after the San Diego Padres recorded 24 hits, they managed just five hits and dropped the final game of their series against the Colorado Rockies 9-3 at Coors Field, Sunday.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / May 11

Unexpected Padres Pitcher Makes History in 21-0 Shutout

When the San Diego Padres rolled into Coors Field on Friday to face the 6-31 Colorado Rockies, they looked forward to a likely slugfest. In the series opener Friday night, they set a season-high with 13 runs scored in a 13-9 win.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Padres' Jackson Merrill Scratched From Lineup Days After Returning From Injured List

San Diego Padres star Jackson Merrill was scratched from Sunday's lineup because of an illness. The Padres will put Gavin Sheets into the cleanup spot.

Jake Cronenworth News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 11

Jake Cronenworth Talks Return After Lengthy IL Stint, Rib Not Fully Healed

San Diego Padres All-Star second baseman Jake Cronenworth spoke about the recovery process and his return from a right rib fracture which landed him on the injured list April 11, revealing the bone had not entirely healed.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10

Padres wear out Rockies in 21-run, 24-hit attack

Gavin Sheets crushed a two-run homer in the first inning to spark San Diego's 24-hit attack, and the San Diego Padres routed the slumping Colorado Rockies 21-0 on Saturday night in Denver.

MLB 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.

Padres manager Mike Shildt provides the latest on Yu Darvish

Rockies off to the worst start in National League history

Paul Skenes makes his thoughts very clear on Derek Shelton firing

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of team

Yankees’ emerging pitcher looks like the solution to rotation issue