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Ty France Nearly Retired Before Breakout 2026 Season With Padres

The San Diego Padres drafted Ty France in the 34th round of the 2015 MLB Draft. Over a decade later, France, who grew up 113 miles away from Petco Park, found himself back in pinstripes having an unimaginable season.

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Foreign baseball and the first Royal

My wife and I recently spent 12 days in France, and it was fascinating to note the differences between the two countries. I felt the food in France was

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Padres blast Marlins to draw even in wild-card race

Ty France clouted a three-run homer to cap a six-run fifth inning Friday night as the San Diego Padres stopped the visiting Miami Marlins 8-2 to forge a three-way tie atop the National League's wild-card standings.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / September 14

Padres activate 1B Ty France for playoff stretch drive

The San Diego Padres reinstated first baseman Ty France from the paternity list and optioned second baseman Mason McCoy to Triple-A El Paso in advance of Monday's game at Colorado.

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

Padres Notes: Ty France Leaves Team, Slugger Could Have Surgery, Wild-Card Prediction

The San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants, 7-5, on Friday night and improved to 79-68. It was their fifth win in a row, but with the Arizona Diamondbacks' win on Friday as well, their half-game lead for the final wild-card spot remains the same.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 8

Padres release J.P. France, José Leclerc

The Padres have released right-handers J.P. France and José Leclerc, per the MiLB.com transaction log. Both had been with the organization on minor league contracts.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 25

Padres Roundup: SD Officially Releases Pitcher, Demotes Infielder, Ty France Talks Upcoming Free Agency

The San Diego Padres lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 3-2, on Monday evening in 12 innings and fell to 71-61 on the year. The Padres failed to score the ghost runner in the 10th, 11th and 12th innings, leading to their frustrating loss.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Padres' Ty France Addresses Future in San Diego as Free Agency Looms

At age 32, San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France is enjoying a career revival in his first year back in San Diego since the first half of the 2020 season.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 24

Padres Roundup: Casey Mize Update, Nick Pivetta May Not Start, Ty France Explains Breakout

The San Diego Padres completed the sweep of the Minnesota Twins with an 8-1 victory on Sunday afternoon. The Friars are now 71-60 on the year and two games up for the final wild-card spot in the National League.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / August 23

Padres' Ty France Reveals Secret Behind Unexpected Breakout Season

The San Diego Padres have turned their season around following the All-Star Break, with the team seeing strong performances from multiple parts of the roster.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 22

Consistent Ty France, Padres look to take down Twins again

In the spirit of Players' Weekend, San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France brought out a bat Friday night that was half baguette, half French flag. Like most of the bats France has used this year, it hit the ball well.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 22

Ty France, Padres back sharp Randy Vazquez in win over Twins

Ty France homered and knocked in three runs Friday night while Randy Vasquez sailed through seven innings as the San Diego Padres knocked off the visiting Minnesota Twins 6-2.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / August 12

Ty France’s Breakout Is One Nobody Saw Coming

Being in San Diego has to feel like home for Ty France. He spent his collegiate years playing for San Diego State University under legendary head coach Tony Gwynn.

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San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 1

Ty France leads charge as Padres blank Giants

Jase Bowen belted his first major league homer Friday night, Ty France knocked in three runs and three San Diego Padres pitchers combined for a two-hitter in a 7-0 blanking of the visiting San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 29

Three first basemen the Phillies should consider trading for

With Major League Baseball's trade deadline (Aug. 3, 6 PM EST) less than a week away, the Philadelphia Phillies are primed to add to a roster desperate

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San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / July 25

Ty France drives in 3 as Padres sustain Marlins losing streak

Ty France drove in three runs to help the visiting San Diego Padres hand the Miami Marlins their franchise-record tying 11th straight loss, 7-2, in the middle game of their three-game series on Saturday.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / July 13

Padres' Ty France has been productive in first half of the season

First baseman Ty France put up a productive first-half performance for the San Diego Padres, whose bat became vital when Jake Cronenworth landed on the

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Padres To Select Ty France’s Contract

The Padres have told first baseman Ty France that he has made the Opening Day roster, the San Diego Union-Tribune’s Kevin Acee reports. France will need to have his contract officially selected before the Padres take the field on March 26, but the team has an open space on its 40-man roster.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / February 16

Report: Former Blue Jay Ty France lands minor league deal with the Padres

A recent Gold Glove winner is heading to the West Coast. According to The Athletic’s Dennis Lin, first baseman Ty France and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a minor league deal for the 2026 season that includes an invite to spring training.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16

Padres To Sign Ty France To Minor League Deal

The Padres are expected to sign first baseman Ty France to a minor league deal, reports Dennis Lin of The Athletic. The agreement includes an invitation to MLB Spring Training.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 2

Yankees, Mets in free-agency battle for former All-Star IF

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 3

Blue Jays: Ty France wins American League Gold Glove at first base

Only one Toronto Blue Jays player won the Gold Glove award. On Sunday evening, Rawlings Baseball announced the Gold Glove winners for both the American League and National League.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 16, 2025