https://friarsonbase.comhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-luis-campusano-is-earning-a-bigger-share-of-postseason-at-bats?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2v365s2vvLuis Campusano has matched his career high in home runs while giving the Padres another bat they cannot afford to waste in October.Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-can-turn-diamondbacks-wild-card-showdown-into-a-victory-lap?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2tm5jgkncAfter winning 10 of 11, the Padres control the final NL Wild Card spot. Six games will decide whether Arizona still has a chance at Petco Park.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:19:27 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/how-austin-hays-and-dustin-harris-could-fix-the-padres-mlb-worst-no-2-spot?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2nzbw297zThe Padres have used 12 different No. 2 hitters with little success. A Hays-Harris platoon could finally give the lineup some stability.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-ethan-salas-turns-historic-two-homer-game-into-compelling-postseason-roster-case?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2r916yqwwAfter hitting his first two MLB homers, Ethan Salas has a stronger case to become the Padres’ left-handed postseason weapon behind the plate.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:01 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-have-golden-opportunity-to-chase-down-phillies-after-jesus-luzardo-injury-blow?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2r29maa6qThe Phillies lost Jesús Luzardo at the worst possible time, leaving the Padres with a late chance to bring Wild Card baseball back to Petco Park.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:16:10 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-jazz-chisholm-jr-prediction-raises-a-costly-infield-question-for-a-j-preller?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m2nwt89k54The Padres are rumored to be suitors for upcoming free agent Jazz Chisholm Jr., but their wildly expensive infield might preclude them from making a serious bid.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-walker-buehler-is-running-out-of-time-to-earn-playoff-rotation-spot?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2nvw0bfv5The Padres cannot choose their playoff rotation on reputation alone, and Walker Buehler’s latest start gave Nick Pivetta an opening.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-yuki-matsui-becomes-breakout-candidate-at-perfect-time-after-arsenal-switch?utm_source=RSSPJ Potter01m2ks25dvwfYuki Matsui is having a breakout season for the Padres, and it couldn't have come at a better time with other bullpen arms either on another team or the injured list.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:24:31 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-hoping-edwin-diaz-makes-dodgers-playoff-roster-as-struggles-reach-breaking-point?utm_source=RSSPJ Potter01m2jxke5bfmLos Angeles Dodgers reliever Edwin Díaz has struggled to stay healthy and to pitch well this season.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:11:29 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/fernando-tatis-jr-has-mlb-personality-eating-his-words-as-padres-star-s-power-returns?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2k8t994zrErik Kratz changed his tune on Fernando Tatis Jr. after a documented swing adjustment revived the Padres star’s missing power.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-survived-rafael-devers-final-power-surge-before-injury-ended-giants-star-s-season?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2h2k95wwjSan Diego absorbed Rafael Devers’ best punches, swept San Francisco and carried a seven-game winning streak into the heart of the Wild Card race.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-ethan-salas-yuki-matsui-turn-giants-sweep-into-postseason-audition?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2gsvbr842Craig Stammen found unexpected postseason roster options as the Padres completed a Giants sweep without their preferred late-inning relievers in San Francisco.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-playoff-magic-number-puts-nl-wild-card-home-field-within-reach?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2gfdkhyhfSan Diego can clinch a postseason berth and pressure the Cubs and Phillies, but its unfavorable tiebreakers leave no room for a tie.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:32:43 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/diamondbacks-pavin-smith-comeback-plays-right-into-padres-hands?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2dw8yw8byArizona brought back a hitter who has never homered against the Padres. That could matter when the Wild Card rivals meet at Petco Park.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/nick-pivetta-gives-padres-an-uncomfortable-robbie-ray-casey-mize-playoff-decision?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m2e0rya3dxNick Pivetta delivered a brilliant outing in his long-awaited return to the Padres. Is he guaranteed a spot in the playoff rotation?Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:34:04 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-dustin-harris-turned-an-august-release-into-a-postseason-roster-case?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2bqam3ecwThe Padres released Dustin Harris on Aug. 5 and promoted him 19 days later. Now his contact, speed and versatility could earn him a postseason role.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-lineup-must-ease-mason-miller-s-workload-during-nl-wild-card-push?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2b83y98dySan Diego cannot play every September game on a razor’s edge. The Padres need early offense to slow Mason Miller’s rising workload.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-ethan-salas-call-up-left-craig-stammen-with-a-playing-time-problem?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2952zp0deThe Padres brought Ethan Salas to the majors after a strong Triple-A run. Their crowded catching room has turned his promotion into a lineup puzzle.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-robbie-ray-returns-to-face-giants-with-no-excuses-amid-road-struggles?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m298zkb0vhRobbie Ray knows Oracle Park. Twenty walks through six Padres starts have turned his Giants homecoming into a serious September test.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/jackson-merrill-is-one-swing-from-25-25-with-padres-wild-card-hopes-on-the-line?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m28qmdqx57The Padres need Jackson Merrill at his best in the Wild Card race, and his opposite-field power suggests another hot stretch could be coming.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-have-16-games-left-and-a-playoff-magic-number-that-offers-no-comfort?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m26sftxf4yThe Padres can finally count down toward October. Their half-game Wild Card cushion makes celebrating the magic number feel premature.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-nl-wild-card-push-runs-straight-into-shohei-ohtani-s-return-from-injury?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m266yvyhz4Shohei Ohtani’s injury timeline puts his possible Dodgers return directly in the path of the Padres’ increasingly tense postseason push.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-manager-craig-stammen-gets-saved-from-himself-by-forgotten-mlb-mound-visit-rule?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m262c0ycfhThe Padres won despite Craig Stammen forgetting an MLB mound-visit rule, as Kyle Hart rescued his manager from a costly Walker Buehler reversal.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-diamondbacks-nl-wild-card-race-could-hinge-on-schedule-mismatch?utm_source=RSSDavid Lesky01m20ygnd7htThe San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks close the year head-to-head, but an uneven final week — Dodgers for San Diego, Rockies for Arizona — could decide the race before the two teams even meet.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:02:51 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-trevor-gott-signing-could-protect-playoff-bullpen-he-can-t-join?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m23neb487cTrevor Gott’s postseason path is closed, but the veteran reliever can still serve a valuable role in the Padres’ tightening Wild Card race.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:16:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/rival-executive-adrian-morejon-free-agency-prediction-puts-padres-reunion-in-danger?utm_source=RSSPat Ragazzo01m2395a6t11Padres reliever Adrian Morejon is expected to garner big-time interest in free agency, according to an executive.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:48:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/leo-de-vries-labrum-surgery-adds-dark-layer-to-padres-mason-miller-win-win-trade?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m238sgwbhrThe Padres already had their Mason Miller payoff. Leo De Vries’ shoulder surgery changes the trade’s tone without settling his future.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/manny-machado-s-unusual-superstition-pays-off-in-padres-wild-card-push?utm_source=RSSDavid Lesky01m218tvqx31Manny Machado dyed his hair platinum hoping to recapture an earlier hot streak, then delivered in a 3-2 win over Washington that kept the San Diego Padres' Wild Card hopes alive.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-release-j-p-france-jose-leclerc-as-wild-card-race-demands-usable-depth?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m21gze5b6sThe Padres’ releases of J.P. France and José Leclerc show how quickly reputation loses value during a September playoff chase.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:15:08 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/ethan-salas-breakout-helped-pave-path-for-padres-corresponding-nick-pivetta-move?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m2120eba8aThe Padres designated Blake Hunt for assignment when Nick Pivetta returned, and Ethan Salas' rise made the decision much easier.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:52:23 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-news-adrian-morejon-raises-concern-jhony-brito-optioned-blake-hunt-dfa-d?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1yv552b7mThe Padres activated Nick Pivetta, optioned Jhony Brito, DFA’d Blake Hunt and now must manage Adrian Morejón’s career-high workload.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-get-nick-pivetta-back-with-his-october-role-and-2027-future-at-stake?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1y7yt18dhNick Pivetta’s comeback gives the Padres another rotation option while forcing an immediate evaluation of his elbow, October role and future in San Diego.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-playoff-push-brings-juan-soto-trade-tree-full-circle-against-nationals?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m1sqpxaaavAs the Padres and Nationals set to square off with a NL Wild Card spot on the line for the Friars, it's hard not to think back on how the Juan Soto trade shaped both of these rosters.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-joe-musgrove-return-plan-comes-with-a-playoff-roster-catch?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1w56nmxc7A bullpen role could get Joe Musgrove back to the Padres, but shorter outings won’t matter unless they also shorten his recovery.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-could-still-get-burned-by-dodgers-looming-shohei-ohtani-decision?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1sxdecw0kThe Dodgers could shut Shohei Ohtani down as a pitcher to protect his bat, potentially making the Padres’ late-September showdown even tougher.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-michael-king-can-force-yankees-to-confront-true-cost-of-juan-soto-trade?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1shymcdvfMichael King faces Gerrit Cole and his former Yankees club with the Padres’ side of the Juan Soto trade still producing years later.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/luis-campusano-s-historic-game-vs-yankees-changes-padres-nl-wild-card-outlook?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1s63c38tsLuis Campusano delivered a historic performance against the Yankees just as the Padres’ playoff race reached another pressure point.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:27:41 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/youngest-and-oldest-silver-slugger-winners-in-padres-history?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1q9acqfwqFrom Jackson Merrill’s rookie breakout to Tony Gwynn’s age-37 masterpiece, Padres Silver Slugger history belongs to both extremes.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-lineup-forced-to-solve-yankees-bizarre-max-fried-will-warren-piggyback-plan?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1q42an4nzOctober position is on the line as the Padres prepare for Max Fried, Will Warren and the Yankees’ unconventional pitching plan.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-get-perfect-chance-to-validate-adrian-morejon-deadline-decision-against-yankees?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1mnhv41skA month after the Padres and Yankees were linked in an Adrian Morejón-Will Warren rumor, the two pitchers are finally sharing the same field.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/aj-preller-gives-padres-their-clearest-nick-pivetta-return-update-in-months?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1pjvamg8xAJ Preller gave Padres fans their most encouraging Nick Pivetta update in months, making Petco Park the next major checkpoint in his rehab.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:31:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-have-motivating-revenge-factor-ahead-of-weekend-yankees-series?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1mcgd644aThe Padres cannot erase their 1998 World Series sweep, but the Yankees’ return gives San Diego a chance to write a better chapter.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/xander-bogaerts-career-worst-season-should-force-padres-to-rethink-playoff-lineup-01m1ht52tskn?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m1ht52tsknXander Bogaerts is no longer the impact hitter he once was, but the Padres may have little reprieve on the horizon when it comes to his production or contract.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/best-case-scenario-for-joe-musgrove-s-padres-return-is-sounding-worse-and-worse?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1m10jk2pbTime is becoming the Padres’ biggest problem as Joe Musgrove struggles to recover quickly enough between minor-league rehab starts.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:24:24 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-get-instant-reminder-of-failed-luis-robert-jr-claim-in-clutch-orioles-debut?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1j907xxkwSan Diego lost Luis Robert Jr. to Baltimore through waiver priority. His timely double showed exactly why the Padres wanted his upside.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/3-things-we-learned-from-ethan-salas-highly-anticipated-padres-debut?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1hyxzvk8tEthan Salas went hitless in his historic Padres debut, but his loud first swing and full catching assignment showed why San Diego must keep playing him.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-news-fernando-tatis-jr-carries-quiet-offense-ethan-salas-plan-revealed-jhony-brito-recalled?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1g0densmwThe Padres need more than Fernando Tatis Jr.’s power as Ethan Salas joins the lineup mix and Jhony Brito returns as a multi-inning option.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-luis-rengifo-backup-plan-could-include-desperate-fernando-tatis-jr-experiment?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1f2fsx7yaLuis Rengifo’s torn ACL exposed the Padres’ thin infield depth and could force Fernando Tatis Jr. back to second base in September.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:28:38 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-can-t-let-one-obvious-mistake-undermine-ethan-salas-call-up?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1er1qgg88Ethan Salas earned his Padres call-up with a huge Triple-A finish, but the move only works if San Diego gives him meaningful playing time.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:11:59 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/luis-rengifo-s-season-ending-injury-exposes-the-padres-roster-problem-no-one-player-can-fix?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1cy55wj88The Padres can cover Luis Rengifo’s positions, but replacing his switch-hitting bat and four-position flexibility will require an imperfect committee.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:18:30 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/how-padres-rays-nightmare-affected-nl-wild-card-standings-mlb-playoff-picture?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1c8030gmgThe Padres lost the final NL Wild Card spot after a Rays sweep. With 25 games left, San Diego needs to stop letting winnable games escape.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/michael-king-s-likely-opt-out-could-force-padres-to-recruit-him-all-over-again?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1a7pq3q3zMichael King can test free agency after 2026. The Padres should prepare to offer more years before their rotation leader starts hearing other pitches.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-nightmare-rays-series-somehow-gets-worse-after-fernando-tatis-jr-s-ejection?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m1acrk9nwwFernando Tatis Jr.’s ejection and Samad Taylor’s missed catch piled onto the Padres’ misery as the Rays finished a sweep with a 5-4 walk-off win.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:48:05 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/luis-rengifo-injury-sends-padres-back-to-samad-taylor-in-full-circle-move?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m19tjdt0yyThe Padres activated Samad Taylor after Luis Rengifo’s knee injury, completing a full-circle roster swap that could shape their September lineup.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:19:25 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/miguel-andujar-s-return-is-about-to-complicate-the-padres-roster-picture?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m17fsw48vxMiguel Andújar’s return gives the Padres another proven bat while creating difficult September decisions for their increasingly crowded bench.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/taking-stock-of-the-padres-potential-september-call-ups?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m17mjbdg37San Diego has no shortage of September candidates, but two additional roster spots leave the Padres little room for a wasted move.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 02:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-refusal-to-trade-adrian-morejon-is-looking-like-a-deadline-masterstroke?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m17s0nrj0eA.J. Preller made plenty of deadline calculations, but keeping Adrian Morejón may prove to be the Padres’ most valuable move when October arrives.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:05:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-must-make-room-for-samad-taylor-without-derailing-his-breakout-season?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m17a036e7aThe Padres can activate Samad Taylor when rosters expand, but finding consistent playing time for their breakout outfielder will be the real challenge.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-should-notice-what-diamondbacks-still-can-t-answer-about-ketel-marte?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m173hsjgc3Ketel Marte may soon return, but the Diamondbacks’ communication problem remains a potential edge for the Padres entering September.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:57:28 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-mlb-farm-system-ranking-leaves-no-margin-for-casey-mize-robbie-ray-regret?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m14wxjx9gaThe Padres traded valuable prospects for Casey Mize and Robbie Ray. ESPN’s No. 30 farm system ranking makes an October payoff more important than ever.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-starter-randy-vasquez-is-defying-modern-pitching-logic-with-an-old-school-weapon?utm_source=RSSDavid Lesky01m1283npzxgRandy Vásquez has a 2.57 ERA and 0.64 WHIP in August with just 12 strikeouts, leaning on a sinker he's throwing more than ever. Here's how the San Diego Padres righty is winning without missing bats.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:17:27 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/jeremiah-estrada-s-latest-setback-makes-padres-bullpen-depth-matter-more-than-ever?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m12hj5hmj8With Jeremiah Estrada sidelined again, the Padres need their lesser-known relievers to keep the bridge to Mason Miller and Adrián Morejón standing.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/first-major-challenge-for-padres-new-ownership-hides-at-bottom-of-farm-system-rankings?utm_source=RSSAntonio Barbetta01m11yqa1x63MLB's Pipeline ranks Padres' farm system dead last for third straight cycle, meaning scouting and development could very well be the new ownership's first testThu, 27 Aug 2026 18:08:07 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/stunning-yu-darvish-update-could-indicate-his-padres-career-has-chance-to-be-resurrected?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0zysx0we3Yu Darvish is throwing again following a long hiatus after elbow surgery, and the 40-year-old isn't ruling out a return to the Padres after all.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-manny-machado-has-one-unlikely-path-to-a-third-straight-silver-slugger-in-2026?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0zqsmysrvThe numbers favor the field, yet Manny Machado still has one narrow route to a 2026 Silver Slugger three-peat with the Padres.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-future-payroll-plans-could-hinge-on-one-vague-phrase-from-new-ownership?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0zfmxs4yzSan Diego’s new owners want a World Series and a healthy business. Their future payroll decisions will reveal how they balance both goals.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:55:19 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-could-face-complete-2027-rotation-overhaul-with-nick-pivetta-s-future-now-in-their-hands?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0xg7t2b6gNick Pivetta's player option has become a team option due to injury, adding just one more decision onto the Padres' pile ahead of a crucial offseason.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/former-padres-pitcher-matt-waldron-forces-nationals-into-surprising-veteran-sacrifice?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0x5wb3thgFormer Padres pitcher Matt Waldron keeps finding MLB opportunities, with the Nationals sacrificing Trevor Williams to give him another.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:27:21 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-sung-mun-song-demotion-comes-with-an-encouraging-silver-lining?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0wmbesybjWhy the Padres optioned Sung-Mun Song to Triple-A, promoted Dustin Harris and may have created an encouraging outcome for both players.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:17:41 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-new-owners-jose-e-feliciano-and-kwanza-jones-absolutely-nail-introductory-press-conference?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0tv33hj21Padres new owners José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones began their tenure with bold World Series ambitions, patient capital and plenty of personality.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:41:28 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-hidden-wild-card-advantage-comes-into-focus-amid-diamondbacks-ketel-marte-uncertainty?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0tdwahd6pPadres veterans have answered adversity with accountability, creating a sharp contrast as the Diamondbacks work through Ketel Marte’s situation.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:52:19 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/fernando-tatis-jr-jackson-merrill-home-run-surge-raises-the-padres-playoff-ceiling?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0t2gexansTatis and Merrill have taken over MLB’s second-half home run leaderboard while powering the Padres into control of a Wild Card spot.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:29:51 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-already-have-the-ideal-contingency-plan-after-casey-mize-s-injury?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0qrrg4cemThe Padres already have a way to protect Casey Mize after his ankle injury without disrupting Walker Buehler, Robbie Ray or Michael King.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:06:38 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-still-don-t-know-what-they-have-in-sung-mun-song-after-an-awkward-rookie-season?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0kz777xwrSung-Mun Song hasn't played a ton for the Padres' in his first MLB season, impressing on defense but rarely doing anything of note at the plate. Has he lived up to expectations thus far?Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/manny-machado-s-august-power-outage-is-giving-padres-some-unwelcome-deja-vu?utm_source=RSSPJ Potter01m0n17dtz0gManny Machado is having another rough August amidst the Padres' postseason push.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 01:55:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/dylan-cease-s-adjustment-is-giving-blue-jays-the-ace-padres-needed-this-season?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0n07c99czA deeper arsenal has transformed Dylan Cease with the Blue Jays. It is exactly the adjustment the Padres needed from him last season.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:17:34 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-robbie-ray-trade-is-already-showing-signs-it-could-age-terribly?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0k1t3125pAs Robbie Ray struggles to find his footing in San Diego, a prospect the Padres surrendered to the Giants is lighting the world on fire.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-must-avoid-added-kade-anderson-pressure-on-ethan-salas-decision?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0jh6a7043Kade Anderson forced Seattle’s hand. The Padres would risk Ethan Salas’ Triple-A development by forcing him into a limited September role.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:12:24 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-broadcasters-don-orsillo-and-mark-grant-ranked-best-in-mlb-for-second-straight-year?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0g2tdmp22Padres favorites Don Orsillo and Mark Grant topped MLB’s local broadcaster rankings again, confirming that baseball’s best booth is in San Diego.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/one-swing-change-restored-fernando-tatis-jr-as-the-padres-biggest-weapon?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0gmnyj6shA simple swing change helped Fernando Tatis Jr. escape a historic home run drought and reclaim his place as the Padres’ biggest weapon.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:03:34 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-news-michael-king-stranded-again-jackson-merrill-turns-heads-matt-waldron-hits-a-crossroads?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0fqsr5e2dThe Padres left Michael King short on support, Jackson Merrill kept turning heads and Matt Waldron found himself back on the transaction wire.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:09:10 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/short-lived-padres-starter-signs-surprising-major-league-deal-with-phillies?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0djry4bmvThe Padres received six uneven starts from Nestor Cortes. The Phillies now hope his repaired arm can deliver more down the stretch.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/don-orsillo-s-incredible-fernando-tatis-jr-robbery-call-reopened-old-red-sox-wounds?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0dcsgtp14The Red Sox let Don Orsillo go more than a decade ago. His electric call of Fernando Tatis Jr.’s robbery showed why that decision still stings.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:21:36 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/casey-mize-is-quickly-silencing-padres-doubters-after-nightmare-first-impression?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0bfsrekgyAfter allowing eight runs in his Padres debut, Casey Mize has responded with two strong outings and a needed boost for San Diego’s rotation.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/ha-seong-kim-s-fall-from-grace-reminds-padres-fans-that-a-j-preller-was-right-to-let-him-walk?utm_source=RSSPJ Potter01m0aqj7t56dHa-Seong Kim is having a historically bad stint with the Atlanta Braves this season.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-reckless-baserunning-vs-mets-makes-carson-benge-a-hero-after-four-disastrous-outs?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0avr9svrnThe Padres handed away four outs at home plate, wasted Walker Buehler’s gem and made Mets rookie Carson Benge an instant hero.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:47:46 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-injury-update-nick-pivetta-waits-samad-taylor-begins-rehab-and-miguel-andujar-starts-swinging?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m0akzdv4ffThe Padres finally have good news on Samad Taylor and Miguel Andujar, but Nick Pivetta remains the injury question nobody can answer.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:27:52 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-should-love-potential-playoff-implications-of-diamondbacks-latest-bullpen-call-up?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m08q9dhdxtThe Diamondbacks rolled the dice on Dennis Santana, giving the Padres reason to welcome the potential wild-card consequences.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/padres-new-owners-have-no-grace-period-to-honor-peter-seidler-s-championship-promise?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m08e46wcddPadres fans embraced Peter Seidler’s aggressive pursuit of a championship. Now the franchise’s new owners must prove that ambition will continue.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:05:02 +0000enhttps://friarsonbase.com/re-ranking-the-padres-top-prospects-after-another-a-j-preller-deadline-purge?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m063s09ezbEthan Salas still leads the Padres’ farm, but Coleman Borthwick, Kruz Schoolcraft and Ryan Wideman are reshaping the new top 10.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0000en