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Mets’ splashy closer signing just priced the Padres out of a Robert Suarez reunion

Devin Williams joining the Mets reshapes the late-inning landscape and could end the Padres’ chances of bringing back free-agent closer Robert Suarez.
Tremayne Person|Dec 2, 2025

KBO breakout starter tagged as the perfect free agent fit for Padres rotation

The San Diego Padres continue to seek out starting rotation upgrades after losing Dylan Cease in free agency. Is a KBO star the answer to their pitching depth woes?
Brandon Glick|Dec 2, 2025

3 far cheaper options who can seamlessly replace Dylan Cease with Padres

Dylan Cease is off the board, yet the Padres still have paths to upgrade their rotation. These three cheaper pitchers could make his price tag easy to live without.
Tremayne Person|Dec 2, 2025

MLB Network panics Padres fans to come to defense of Jackson Merrill over traded star

Jackson Merrill or James Wood? The Padres once had both players, and now MLB Network has fans considering which player is better in their young careers.
PJ Potter|Dec 1, 2025

New report links surprise team to Padres’ Michael King in free agency sweepstakes

Padres starter Michael King is reportedly drawing interest from the New York Mets, adding a big-market twist to San Diego’s already complicated offseason plans.
Will Lockwood|Dec 1, 2025

Padres betting the market will bring their All-Star first baseman back

Instead of rushing to pay Luis Arraez, the Padres are waiting to see how teams value a power-light All-Star bat.
Tremayne Person|Dec 1, 2025

Padres letting Michael King test free agency might be a blessing in disguise

After a season of shoulder and knee trouble, Michael King is off to free agency. Here’s why the Padres shouldn’t rush to match his next big contract.
Tremayne Person|Dec 1, 2025

Former Padres trade pickup could cash in with quietly frugal team in free agency

Padres fans could soon watch Ryan O’Hearn help a low-spending club instead. If a budget-conscious team is willing to pay up, what does that say about San Diego’s offseason plan?
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

Padres fans won’t miss Dylan Cease as much as people think

Dylan Cease still has big-name buzz, but his recent results tell a different story.
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

Padres quietly add experienced outfielder who could crash the spring training party

The Padres signed outfielder Carlos Rodriguez to a minor league deal, and his contact skills, speed and growing pop could make him a spring training surprise.
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

Padres’ clearest 2026 trade chip is a name fans didn’t see coming

The Padres need flexibility going into 2026, and Jake Cronenworth’s rebound, contract status and versatility make him a realistic trade candidate this offseason.
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

Padres’ latest brutal ranking lands one veteran on MLB’s worst contracts list for 2026

Yu Darvish’s long-term extension was once sold as a bargain, but a new worst-contracts list shows how badly it’s aging for the Padres.
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

MLB writer hits Padres with harsh warning about gutting their bullpen

The Padres’ bullpen was among the best in baseball, but AJ Cassavell warns that using it to fix the rotation could leave San Diego with two mediocre units.
Tremayne Person|Nov 30, 2025

Orioles move quietly connects Padres to intriguing catcher option

The Orioles’ under-the-radar hire of Mike Shildt has sparked speculation about whether it could quietly connect the Padres to Adley Rutschman in the rumor mill.
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

Padres trade acquisition expected to sign with NL East team in free agency

Padres trade acquisition Ryan O’Hearn is expected to leave in free agency, with rumors pointing to an NL East team as his most likely landing spot this offseason.
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

MLB writer’s prediction sends Robert Suárez to Padres’ NL West rival

One MLB writer projects Robert Suárez signing with a Padres NL West rival
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

Padres’ A.J. Preller needs to steal Craig Breslow’s playbook for fixing the rotation

The Padres enter the 2025 Winter Meetings with one glaring roster need: starting pitching. With Michael King likely leaving in search of a long-term deal, A.J. Preller must find new rotation answers fast.
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

MLB writer projects Michael King to sign with Padres’ NL West rival

NL West rival is projected to land free agent Michael King, a scenario that could sting Padres fans hoping for a major rotation boost this offseason.
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

Padres’ starting rotation clarity may take longer than fans are hoping for

The Padres’ starting rotation remains unsettled, and fans hoping for quick answers may be disappointed as trade talks, injuries and budget questions drag on.
Will Lockwood|Nov 30, 2025

WWE Survivor Series match at Petco Park might give Padres fans exactly what they need

WWE Survivor Series is taking over Petco Park, with a hometown star in the spotlight. Padres fans might finally get the emotional payoff they’ve been craving.
Tremayne Person|Nov 29, 2025
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