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Padres’ early-camp rotation breakout just got shut down after a strange update

A bizarre injury update just stalled a Padres pitcher’s momentum, and it’s already reshaping the roster math in camp.
Tremayne Person|3 hours ago

Padres prospect who went on historic 2025 streak has path to make Opening Day roster

A historic scoreless run put Hawkins on the map. Now spring training is giving the Padres a choice they can’t dodge for long.
Tremayne Person|4 hours ago

The Padres quietly showed their hand with A.J. Preller’s extension

A.J. Preller’s future felt up in the air, but we’ve believed he deserved an extension.
Will Lockwood|7 hours ago

Padres' Jackson Merrill embraces a gritty role as the WBC pulls teammates away

Jackson Merrill is ready to take the baseball world by storm in 2026. He prefers to avoid the World Baseball Classic in order to ensure his health remains in check.
PJ Potter|21 hours ago

Padres banking on backup catcher situation to resolve itself due to lack of depth

San Diego’s catcher plan relies heavily on Luis Campusano bouncing back while Blake Hunt provides depth. That’s a narrow margin for a team with October goals.
Tremayne Person|Feb 23, 2026

Padres’ offseason grade from one MLB writer clashes with fan doom

The Padres got a better grade by The Athletic's Jim Bowden than what most fans expected.
Will Lockwood|Feb 23, 2026

Could a strong spring push this forgotten infielder onto the Padres’ roster?

Samad Taylor is off to a strong start at Padres spring training. Could another convincing performance land him a deserved spot on the MLB roster?
PJ Potter|Feb 22, 2026

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. makes a fearless call on Japan ahead of the WBC

Fernando Tatis Jr. did not mince words.
Will Lockwood|Feb 22, 2026

Athletics bring back ex-Padres manager for role away from the dugout

After a two-year stint as the San Francisco Giants' manager, former San Diego Padres' skipper is returning to the franchise he had the most success with.
Brandon Glick|Feb 22, 2026

Padres’ spring training opener gave fans a Mason Miller preview that felt unfair

Padres fans didn’t learn much from the final score, but they learned plenty from Mason Miller’s velocity and the tone he set right away.
Tremayne Person|Feb 21, 2026

Padres fans weren’t ready for Nick Castellanos to look this smooth at first base

One inning of defense won’t crown anyone, but Castellanos looked comfortable enough to make the Padres’ lineup puzzle more interesting.
Tremayne Person|Feb 21, 2026

Padres’ latest injury update puts the bullpen in an awkward spot

Yuki Matsui’s injury creates a tricky puzzle for the Padres’ bullpen depth and early-season workload planning.
Tremayne Person|Feb 21, 2026

Padres may open 2026 season with a rotation twist that creates one unexpected winner

Craig Stammen may have an approach to avoid injury in 2026.
Will Lockwood|Feb 21, 2026

Padres' Triston McKenzie adds a new pitch that could unlock his ceiling

Triston McKenzie has a new pitch in his arsenal as he tries to make an impression at Padres' spring training.
PJ Potter|Feb 20, 2026

Padres’ spring training lineup is a veteran statement right out of the gate

San Diego’s first spring lineup reads like a real regular-season order, with proven bats stacked early and new veterans plugged in immediately.
Tremayne Person|Feb 20, 2026

Padres chairman reinforces San Diego commitment as sale rumors get louder

Padres' owner John Seidler made it clear that the team will not relocate after sale.
Will Lockwood|Feb 20, 2026

Manny Machado’s unfiltered Dodgers take is an uncomfortable truth for MLB

Manny Machado complimented the Dodgers spending habits ahead of spring training game kicking off.
Will Lockwood|Feb 20, 2026

Padres may be turning Jake Cronenworth into their ultimate safety valve

Still in San Diego after months of trade rumors, Jake Cronenworth may be the perfect answer to back up every position on the infield dirt for the Padres in 2026.
Brandon Glick|Feb 20, 2026

Padres' last bench spot is turning into a defense vs. versatility standoff

The Padres have a few position players battling for the last spot on the bench. Who should it be?
PJ Potter|Feb 19, 2026

Ty France’s Padres homecoming comes with a heavy expectation

Finally returning to the San Diego Padres six years after being traded, Ty France expects to help the team compete for their first-ever World Series title.
Brandon Glick|Feb 19, 2026
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