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A recent surgery could drop a veteran second baseman into the Padres’ price range. Here’s why a buy-low deal might fit San Diego’s offseason blueprint.
Will Lockwood|
As an NL West rival stockpiles Hall of Fame names upstairs, the Padres’ recent hires and additions reveal a very different blueprint.
Will Lockwood|
After the Mets hire Tim Leiper as third base coach, the Padres and new skipper Craig Stammen face a pivotal decision on who they trust in one of their key boxes.
Tremayne Person|
Following their surprising hire of Craig Stammen as manager, the San Diego Padres must ensure they don't lose a beloved coach who was passed over for the job.
Brandon Glick|
Freddy Fermin needs a backup catcher, though the San Diego Padres would be wise to avoid signing Cal Raleigh's understudy after some pronounced struggles.
Brandon Glick|
Manny Machado proved reliability still wins, taking the NL third-base Silver Slugger with a mix of power, RBI and durability for the Padres.
Tremayne Person|
The Padres picked up Ramón Laureano’s $6.5M option after a breakout 2025, locking in left field and freeing up resources to chase a frontline arm and power bat.
Tremayne Person|
San Diego surprises MLB by hiring Craig Stammen, not Albert Pujols.
Tremayne Person|
​​The Athletics’ hire of Ryan Christenson trims another link to the Melvin era.
Tremayne Person|
San Diego has to act fast post-Michael King. We break down three SP targets who match the Padres’ window and payroll realities.
Will Lockwood|
Could San Diego Padres consider trade for Mariners' veteran starter Luis Castillo this winter?
Andy Johnson|
The Padres trimmed three options to reset the margins, opening lanes at catcher, the bench, and swing roles as free agency heats up.
Tremayne Person|
Are the Padres a landing spot for Ha-Seong Kim? We examine the logic, the cost, and how the move could reshape San Diego’s offseason.
Will Lockwood|
If Luis Arráez exits, a trade for Brendan Donovan could stabilize the Padres’ infield and lineup depth.
Will Lockwood|
Wandy Peralta will return to the Padres in 2026.
PJ Potter|
Yu Darvish underwent elbow surgery and is out for 2026, but he’s vowing a 2027 return. The Padres must replace innings, leadership, and stability.
Tremayne Person|
A contract twist sent Shota Imanaga to market. Here’s the Padres’ case: ballpark fit, usage tweaks, and a creative deal that limits long-term risk.
Tremayne Person|
Dave Roberts nearly made the same mistake in the World Series eight years apart, with San Diego Padres' pitcher Yu Darvish in the limelight of his questionable managerial choices.
Brandon Glick|
Padres priorities don’t match Cody Bellinger’s market. Here’s why a pass protects flexibility for real upgrades.
Andy Johnson|
Padres third base coach Tim Leiper might be on the move, which makes him one of a few Friars coaches on the verge of departure.
PJ Potter|
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