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Padres' Craig Stammen Announces Reason for Jackson Merrill's Removal From Lineup

The San Diego Padres have gotten off to a rough start during the 2026 MLB season, losing five of their first seven games. The lineup has been inconsistent, and one player who has not met expectations so far is Jackson Merrill.

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Game 8: San Diego Padres at Boston Red Sox

San Diego Padres (2-5) at Boston Red Sox (2-5), April 4, 2026, 1:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Fenway Park – Boston, Mass. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

Craig Stammen News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres' Craig Stammen Sends Message to Hitters Amid Major Struggles

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen had a message for his hitters, who have struggled to start the 2026 season. On Wednesday, the Padres defeated the San Francisco Giants by a score of 7-1.

Ty France News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

'Boston Fans Are Mean': Padres Infielder Talks Facing Red Sox

San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France discussed facing the Boston Red Sox, a team he is familiar with from his time with the Toronto Blue Jays. France kept things simple when discussing the American League East squad and its fans while saying Boston is his favorite road ballpark to play in.

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Padres Lineup vs Red Sox: Jackson Merrill Out as SD Makes Massive Changes to Order

The San Diego Padres are looking to get back in the win column after a 5-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Friday that moved them to 2-5 on the year. The Padres are yet to win a first or second game of a series this year, but will look to change that by taking down the Red Sox on Saturday.

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Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / April 4

Friars’ loss highlights Stammen’s poor bullpen management

With another difficult loss for the San Diego Padres, the Friars are in last place in the National League West with a 2-5 record. While the offense has been troubling, the real story of the day (and the last week) has been skipper Craig Stammen’s managing of the relief group.

Xander Bogaerts News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Xander Bogaerts Reveals Major Difference Between Red Sox, Padres

When the San Diego Padres signed star infielder Xander Bogaerts to his massive 11-year, $280 million deal a few years ago, there was real optimism around the move.

Walker Buehler News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 4

Padres Notes: Top Prospect Faces Suspension, SD Linked to Trade, Walker Buehler Talks Dodgers

The San Diego Padres lost to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday by a score of 5-2 in the first of three games between the teams this weekend. The Padres mustered just two runs in the fifth inning thanks to some help from the sun.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 4

Opening week was a bit of a mess

The 2-4 record at the end of the first week of the 2026 season reflected less than good execution on multiple levels for the San Diego Padres. The starters

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 3

Surprise Padres Slugger Predicted for 30-Home Run Season in 2026

As the San Diego Padres' season moves forward, the offense is going to need more guys to step up. With the uncertainty around the starting rotation right now, the Padres' offense may need to carry this team if they want to make any noise in the National League.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 3

Padres Have Tricky Starting Rotation Decision Coming

The San Diego Padres will have a tricky decision to make regarding their starting rotation sooner rather than later. The Friars opened the season with a five-man rotation featuring Nick Pivetta, Michael King, Randy Vásquez, Walker Buehler and Germán Marquez.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / April 3

Game Recap: Red Sox Bats Come Alive, Win Home Opener Over Padres

The San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox played the first game of their three-game series today. Sonny Gray got the ball for the Red Sox, making his Fenway Park debut.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 3

Padres Should Save $56 Million Pitcher With Trade After Comments Calling Out Marlins Fans

The San Diego Padres should save Cy Young winning pitcher Sandy Alcantara following his comments where he seemed to call out Miami Marlins fans. The Marlins beat the Chicago White Sox 10-0 on Wednesday as Alcantara tossed his 13th career complete game and fifth career shutout.

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Padres Tabbed as Top Landing Spot for 31-Homer Slugger in Blockbuster Trade

The San Diego Padres' season has started slow, with both the pitching and offense bringing issues. Coming into the year, the pitching was seen as a problem, but the offensive attack was supposed to be a strength for this team.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 3

Game 7: San Diego Padres at Boston Red Sox

San Diego Padres (2-4) at Boston Red Sox (1-5), April 3, 2026, 11:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: Fenway Park – Boston, Mass. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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Walker Buehler Downplays Rivalry With Dodgers After Joining Padres

Veteran right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler made his debut for the Padres this week against the San Francisco Giants, and things didn't go exactly as planned.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 3

Padres Make Attendance History Through First 6 Games at Petco Park This Season

San Diego Padres fans helped make franchise history through the first week of the 2026 Major League Baseball season. The Padres announced sellouts for all six games of the team's season-opening homestand against the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 3

With momentum heading into first road series, Padres turn to Boston

The San Diego Padres needed a win like Wednesday afternoon’s. As the Padres bludgeoned the San Francisco Giants, 7-1, to salvage the series finale, they finally put together an offense that matched what it looks like on paper.

Craig Stammen News / Gaslamp Ball / April 3

Padres’ offense remains silent to open Stammen era

San Diego Padres Craig Stammen began his managerial tenure, winning only twice during the opening six-game homestand. For all the Spring Training talk, Stammen and company had very little to celebrate in the first week of the 2026 season.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 3

Padres Notes: SD Linked to All-Star, Surprise Mason Miller Decision, Nick Pivetta Trade?

The San Diego Padres had an off-day on Thursday as they traveled to Boston to get set for a three-game series against the Red Sox. The Padres enter the series at 2-4, one game better than the disappointing 1-5 Red Sox.

Ramon Laureano News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2

Padres’ Ramon Laureano is keeping it extra simple after lineup promotion

The San Diego Padres are seeing Ramon Laureano emerge as a key contributor, with his production and approach standing out early in the season. Following a recent move up in the lineup, Laureano delivered in a win over the San Francisco Giants while maintaining a simple, focused mindset at the plate.

Nick Pivetta News / Field Level Media / April 1