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On YouTubeSan Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 2
Padres’ Nick Pivetta ready for emergency Game 3 action despite starting Game 1 vs. Cubs
All hands on deck for the postseason. The San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs are set to meet at Wrigley Field for the finale of a three-game NL Wild Card series.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 1
Padres ace Nick Pivetta’s sobering take after Game 1 loss to Cubs
The San Diego Padres receive endless praise for their first-class bullpen, and rightly so, but their starting pitching rotation has been littered with question marks for much of the 2025 campaign.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 30
Moments That Mattered Most In Cubs' 3-1 Win In Game 1 Over Padres
Nick Pivetta was cruising, and the Chicago Cubs were getting closer to the precipice. It may have only been the fifth inning, but time was running out for the Cubs' bats to wake up in Tuesday's Game 1 of the National League Wild Card series.
The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz
There have been just 19 walk-off home runs in the history of the World Series. How many of the players to hit one can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 30
Cubs bullpen dazzles in first postseason win since 2017
Entering Game 1 of Tuesday's National League wild-card series, the Chicago Cubs hadn't won a postseason game since 2017. That cannot be said anymore as Chicago used timely hitting and a stellar bullpen performance to a 3-1 win over the San Diego Padres and take a 1-0 series lead.
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.
San Diego Padres News / EasySportz / September 30
MLB Playoffs Preview: San Diego Padres
Pivetta, bullpen arms lead San Diego into Wild Card series Padres lean on rotation depth and veteran bats against Cubs SAN DIEGO, California — The Padres enter October with a balanced roster built on starting depth, late-inning power arms, and a veteran lineup.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 29
Padres announce Game 1 starter for wild-card series vs. Cubs
The Padres haven’t waited to announce who will toe the rubber in Game 1.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 29
Padres Notes: Game 1 Starter Announced, Full Wild Card Schedule, Fernando Tatis Reveals Illness
The San Diego Padres completed a series sweep over the Arizona Diamondbacks to end the 2025 regular season. They will get a rest day on Monday before beginning the Wild Card series against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 26
Padres' Mike Shildt Hints at Game 1 Starter for Wild Card Series
Nick Pivetta has been the Padres' best starting pitcher all season — in the aggregate, and on a per-inning basis. To not give him the ball in Game 1 of a best-of-three Wild Card series would amount to managerial malpractice.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 16
Padres' Nick Pivetta Doesn't Know If He Agrees With Team's Decision
The San Diego Padres recently made a change to their starting pitching rotation that right-hander Nick Pivetta didn't seem completely on board with. After
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 24
Padres turn to Nick Pivetta in bid for sweep vs. Dodgers
What a difference a weekend is making for the San Diego Padres. After being swept out of first place in the National League West last weekend by the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego is a game away from returning the favor this weekend in its home park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 20
Nick Pivetta dominates Giants as Padres break losing skid
Nick Pivetta fired six dominant innings Tuesday night and the San Diego Padres snapped a four-game losing streak with a 5-1 win over the visiting San Francisco Giants.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 8
Padres Pitcher Says Every Game is 'Life or Death'
There are only two months left in the regular season, and starting pitcher Nick Pivetta is more than aware of how crucial these finals weeks are for the San Diego Padres.
San Diego Padres 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.
San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / April 28
Nick Pivetta aims to keep stellar start going as Padres host Giants
Nick Pivetta didn't have a job for 2025 until Feb. 17, when he signed a four-year deal with the San Diego Padres. Just over a month into the season, Pivetta has authored the best start to a year by any starting pitcher in club history.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 24
Padres' Nick Pivetta Has Greatest First 5 Starts in Franchise History
Nick Pivetta was an offseason afterthought. Eleven starting pitchers, and 22 players overall, were ranked higher by The Athletic when its annual list of the Top 50 free agents came out at the conclusion of last year's World Series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 22
Three stars of the night in MLB
With a night full of action, here are three stars from Tuesday.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 5
Padres Fans Will Love Nick Pivetta's Mindset on the Mound
The San Diego Padres are looking to handle some unfinished business in 2025. The prior season didn't end how any fans wanted after a 93-win regular season, but a few key roster moves this offseason are already showing promise in the spring.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / February 12
Report: Nick Pivetta lands four-year deal with the San Diego Padres worth $55 million
One of the last remaining top-tier starters is officially off the market. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Nick Pivetta (Victoria, B.C.) has signed a four-year deal with the San Diego Padres worth $55 million.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Padres sign top remaining starting pitcher to four-year deal
The San Diego Padres are doing their best to keep up with the arms race in the NL West.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 12
Padres score first big offseason signing with former Red Sox pitcher
Another free agent domino has fallen on the eve of spring training, as ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Wednesday night that the San Diego Padres has signed right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta.
Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Which team will sign unsigned starter Nick Pivetta?
Nick Pivetta is the top unsigned starting pitcher. He’s one of two remaining free agents, alongside Alex Bregman, who received a qualifying offer in early November.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 14
Red Sox's Nick Pivetta Predicted To Sign With Surprise NL Contender
One former member of the Boston Red Sox surprisingly is still available in free agency with just about to go until Spring Training. Former Boston fan-favorite Nick Pivetta logged a 4.14 ERA across 27 total appearances with the Red Sox in 2024, including 26 starts.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 7
How QO penalties might impact Blue Jays’ interest in Nick Pivetta
Time is running out for the Toronto Blue Jays to improve next season’s starting rotation, as pitchers and catchers are due to report for spring training in five weeks.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 18
Heyman: Blue Jays among many teams expressing interest in Nick Pivetta
As the holiday season nears, free-agent righty Nick Pivetta appears to have an extremely healthy market as one of the most popular starting pitchers still available.
Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / December 12
Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Nick Pivetta
While Nick Pivetta never blossomed into the frontline starter many hoped he could become, he has been a solid and reliable contributor for the Boston Red Sox over the past four seasons.
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