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The Padres have an opportunity to swipe Jonah Heim as a strong backup plan if no other option works out this offseason.
PJ Potter|
Converting Mason Miller into a starter would be the Padres’ boldest rotation play yet.
Andy Johnson|
The 2026 Hall of Fame ballot has Matt Kemp back in the conversation, giving Padres fans a fresh chance to revisit his strange, short-lived run in San Diego.
Will Lockwood|
If the Padres get serious about upgrading DH for 2026, Kyle Schwarber’s power, patience, and big-game track record could completely change how this lineup plays.
Andy Johnson|
Though they were eerily quiet prior to the MLB rostering deadline, the San Diego Padres made an under-the-radar move to protect a key pitching prospect who could help fill a spot in the starting rotation next season.
Brandon Glick|
Padres ownership uncertainty has fans wondering what it means for Fernando Tatis Jr., and whether a new group would be more willing to explore the unthinkable on the trade market.
Will Lockwood|
The Padres may have found a better option than Freddy Fermin at catcher for 2026. Could San Diego swipe J.T. Realmuto from the Phillies?
PJ Potter|
The Padres non-tendered two pitchers, kept a key catcher, and tendered six arbitration-eligible players as they lock in their 2026 40-man roster.
Tremayne Person|
The San Diego Padres' search for infield help and a power-hitter may lead them to former Seattle Mariner Jorge Polanco, who is seeking a long-term contract with a contender.
Brandon Glick|
Several potential Padres free agent targets are off the market after accepting qualifying offers, tightening A.J. Preller’s options for offseason upgrades.
Will Lockwood|
The Padres either need a new first or second baseman. With Rays' Brandon Lowe potentially being open to trade, San Diego may want to check in on this slugger.
PJ Potter|
The San Diego Padres added a super-utility infielder on a minor-league deal, and his versatility could make him a real threat to steal an Opening Day roster spot.
Tremayne Person|
The Padres have real non-tender decisions to make this offseason. Cutting these three players loose would only make their roster problems even harder to solve.
Tremayne Person|
Jason Adam’s injury and $6.8 million projection have sparked non-tender buzz. For the Padres, moving on from him could create more problems than it solves.
Tremayne Person|
Josh Naylor is officially off the market, leaving the Padres to rethink their first base plan. Here’s a look at the internal and external options still in play.
Will Lockwood|
The Cubs are eyeing Padres starters Michael King and Dylan Cease and may be willing to surrender draft picks to get a deal done.
Will Lockwood|
Padres fans are grieving the loss of Randy Jones, a Cy Young winner and franchise cornerstone whose influence stretched from the mound to the San Diego community.
Tremayne Person|
The San Diego Padres aren't content with Freddy Fermin as their only starting catcher option, as they reportedly as seeking out high-upside backstops on the trade market.
Brandon Glick|
If the Padres lose Dylan Cease and Michael King this offseason, they may have no choice but to give Kyle Hart a chance in the starting rotation.
PJ Potter|
The Padres are losing two top arms in Michael King and Dylan Cease. Thanks to qualifying offers and extra draft capital, it doesn’t have to be a total setback.
Tremayne Person|
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