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In a new podcast featuring Buster Olney, the ESPN analyst stated that he think the San Diego Padres will end up signing first baseman Eric Hosmer.

While the interest may be no longer there, a new report states that the San Diego Padres had interest in future Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki.

After a solid rookie season, three major sports media companies have deemed San Diego Padres' pitcher Dinelson Lamet a 2018 breakout candidate.

While they have made some great moves, the San Diego Padres offseason is far from over. A.J. Preller has said the team is looking into veteran infielders.

With Spring Training a few months away, a new report came out stating that multiple of the San Diego Padres' top prospects will be in attendance.

Not many expect the Padres to compete in 2018, however one MLB Insider thinks San Diego has made enough moves to be consider a surprise contender.

Hunter Renfroe has proven he is a true power hitter during his short time with the Padres. However, if possible, would you move him for Christian Yelich?

The Padres already made waves when they signed reliever Kazuhisa Makita. But could he help lead San Diego to adding another Japanese star?

By signing Craig Stammen and Kazuhisa Makita, the San Diego Padres are investing in their bullpen, and idea that should be beneficial to the team's future.

After missing out on Shohei Otani, it appears the Padres will finally land their Japanese superstar as their close to signing closer Kazuhisa Makita.

After an early report stating the Padres have made an offer to OF Carlos Gonzalez, Dennis Lin debunked the rumors saying no offer has been made.

There were early reports that the Padres and Cubs were talking a trade for Javier Baez. Two new reports reveal what was asked for/offered in those talks.

After early indications had the Royals offering a larger contract to Eric Hosmer than the Padres, a new report states that that is not the case.

According to Bob Nightengale, first baseman Eric Hosmer has come to love San Diego and "wants to play there". Is it enough for the Padres?

The Padres made some noise when they signed veterans Tyson Ross and Chris Young. What do the signings mean for the present and future of the franchise?

In 2010 the Nationals signed Jayson Werth to a 7 year contract despite losing 93 games. As Padres ponder signing Eric Hosmer, that deal can be a blueprint.