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2026-10-07 08:10:05

Padres Edge Brewers to Stay Alive in NLDS

Padres avoided elimination with a 4-3 win over Milwaukee, trimming the Brewers' NLDS lead to 2-1. Jake Cronenworth homered, Michael King pitched two innings on one day's rest, and Xander Bogaerts turned a game-ending double play. read more

2026-10-07 04:30:39

Padres Lose Closer Mason Miller to Paternity List for Game 3

Padres closer Mason Miller was placed on the paternity list 45 minutes before Game 3 against the Brewers, missing a must-win playoff game. Wandy Peralta replaced him. Miller could return for Game 4 Wednesday. read more

2026-10-06 00:40:03

Padres Deny Pitch-Tipping as Season Hangs in Balance

Padres manager Craig Stammen dismissed speculation that closer Mason Miller tipped pitches during Milwaukee's ninth-inning rally in Game 2. Despite facing playoff elimination, San Diego remains confident in its process, preparing for a must-win Game 3 at Petco Park. read more

2026-10-04 21:10:07

Padres Turn to Merrill Sheets Bogaerts to Ignite Offense

Padres batters due up: Jackson Merrill, Gavin Sheets, and Xander Bogaerts. Merrill and Bogaerts are hitless so far, while Sheets has drawn a walk in the game. read more

2026-10-01 06:10:43

Padres Sweep Cubs, Advance to Face Brewers

Gavin Sheets hit a two-run homer and five Padres pitchers combined on a five-hitter as San Diego swept Chicago in the NL Wild Card Series with a 4-1 Game 2 win. read more

2026-09-30 07:10:03

Tatis Homers on First Pitch as Padres Rout Cubs 8-0

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit the first leadoff homer in Padres playoff history as San Diego routed Chicago 8-0 in their NL Wild Card opener. Michael King struck out eight over seven stellar innings, carrying a no-hitter into the seventh. read more

2026-09-03 04:10:03

Padres Salas Youngest MLB Catcher Since Pudge Rodriguez

Padres catcher Ethan Salas debuted at 20 years, 93 days, becoming MLB's youngest catcher since Ivan Rodriguez. He went hitless in a 7-3 loss to Cincinnati, showcasing his rapid rise despite a 2025 back injury. read more

2026-08-26 16:20:05

Buss Brothers Join Padres Ownership Group in Landmark Move

Buss Sports Capital's Joey and Jesse Buss joined the Padres' new ownership group led by Kwanza Jones and Jose Feliciano, bringing Lakers expertise to San Diego's MLB franchise following its record $3.9 billion sale. read more

2026-08-26 01:10:05

Padres coach released from ICE custody on bond

Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela, detained by ICE in Texas, has been released on bond and reunited with family in Arizona. The Padres confirmed his release, while his family disputes DHS claims over his immigration status. read more

2026-08-19 04:10:08

Tatis Two Homers, Amazing Catch Lead Padres Past Mets

Fernando Tatis Jr. hit two homers and robbed Francisco Lindor of a grand slam, leading the Padres to a 5-2 win over the Mets. San Diego improved to 18-6 since July 24. read more

2026-08-03 18:40:40

Padres Acquire Robbie Ray in Wild-Card Push

Padres finalizing trade for Giants' lefty Robbie Ray. He's 10-6 with a 3.08 ERA, boosting San Diego's wild-card push. Ray, a 2021 Cy Young winner, excels since June despite home/road splits. read more

2026-06-08 12:40:45

Padres closer Mason Miller baffles robots and batters

Padres closer Mason Miller dominates with a 101.2 mph fastball and a devastating slider, boasting a 49% strikeout rate and 1.01 ERA. His explosive delivery and precise tunneling make him unhittable, rendering even AI simulators useless for batters. read more

2026-05-31 02:40:03

Tatis Ends Historic Drought With 451-Foot Homer

Fernando Tatis Jr. ended baseball's longest homerless drought, crushing a 451-foot solo shot in 240 plate appearances. The Padres lost 9-4 to Washington, but his first homer since September relieved pressure. "About f---ing time," he said. read more

2026-04-28 14:10:03

Controversial call ends Millers historic scoreless streak

Padres closer Mason Miller's team-record 34⅔ scoreless innings streak ended controversially when a Matt Shaw tapper was ruled fair despite appearing foul, leading to two ninth-inning runs. Miller focused on San Diego's 9-7 win, saying, "You get to start another one." read more

2026-04-22 18:50:15

Padres Sign Giolito to Bolster Surging Rotation

The Padres signed free agent pitcher Lucas Giolito to a one-year deal to bolster their rotation. The veteran right-hander, coming off a strong 2025 season, will join the team in mid-May after building endurance in the minors. read more

2026-03-25 23:10:08

Padres Sideline Darvish, Free Up $15M for 2026

Padres pitcher Yu Darvish will be placed on the restricted list for the 2026 season as he recovers from elbow surgery. This move frees $15 million in payroll and a roster spot, potentially aiding the team's pursuit of free agents. read more

2026-02-14 16:40:12

Castellanos Joins Padres After Phillies Fallout

Nick Castellanos joins the Padres on a minimum deal after his Phillies release. Philadelphia pays most of his $20M salary. The move follows a dugout beer incident and communication issues with management last season. read more

2025-01-06 22:20:03

Seidler's Wife Files Lawsuit Against Brothers Over Padres Ownership

Sheel Seidler, late Padres owner Peter Seidler's wife, sues her brother-in-laws to prevent a third brother from taking control of the San Diego Padres. The lawsuit includes allegations of fiduciary breaches and racism. read more