San Diego Padres News
Padres Considering Song In Outfield
San Diego landedSung Mun Song on a four-year, $15MM deal last week. The KBO star is headed toward a versatile role with the Padres, which could include opportunities in the outfield. Song never…
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Luis Arrez still being available could set up a quiet return to the Padres
As the Padres dropped Game 3 of the NLWC to the Chicago Cubs, it marked the start of what would be a tumultuous offseason for A.J. Preller and the front office.
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Dylan Cease to the Blue Jays may have triggered the Padres worst free-agent problem
Why is the starter market crawling? Ceases contract, QO penalties, and trade options are squeezing the Padres path to a rotation upgrade.
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Padres cant ignore what Orioles paid for Shane Baz if Nick Pivetta is really available
Baz cost four prospects and a premium pick. That kind of overpay changes how teams should approach Nick Pivetta, and why the Padres shouldnt blink.
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Padres trade rumors keep circling a star-level outfield upgrade
Luis Robert Jr. keeps landing in Padres rumor cycles for one reason: the ceiling is loud. The question is whether the gamble is worth it.
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Sung-mun Songs signing could squeeze a key Padres veterans role
Sung-mun Songs signing adds real infield flexibility. Suddenly Jake Cronenworths role (and long-term fit) in San Diego feels like a question mark as the Padres weigh roster math, playing time,…
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The one thing Santa should bring the Padres for Christmas (and it isnt subtle)
If Santa brings just one present to the Padres, heres what San Diego needs. A big, impact bat.
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This overlooked outfielder could be the Padres quickest depth win
San Diegos quickest depth win might be a low-cost righty bat who punishes lefties and gives the bench real late-inning bite.
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Sung-mun Song could be the Padres most useful player without starting every day
Songs KBO numbers jump off the page, but his real value to the Padres may be how many lineup problems he can solve.
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Projecting the Padres 2026 lineup this early feels irresponsible (so lets do it)
The Padres have talent, but the 2026 lineup still needs answers. Were projecting the starters and the batting order before its sensible.
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Padres next big move could come from the Red Sox trade fallout
Cardinals trade fallout could create the exact opening the Padres need for their next upgrade. Heres why San Diego should be lurking.
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Padres make a wild signing with a flamethrowing lefty pushing for a comeback
The Padres signed a veteran lefty to a minor-league deal after he reportedly touched 102.7 mph this offseason.
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Pirates sign the Padres trade deadline slugger who mashed down the stretch
The Padres first-base stopgap mashed after the deadline, but the Pirates just made sure he wont be back in 2026.
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A.J. Preller's high praise hints a Padres prospect is primed for a 2026 breakout
Padres pitching prospect Miguel Mendez may just be the next great San Diego arm. A.J. Preller seems to think so.
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ESPN analyst predicts Padres are plotting a major rotation upgrade
The Padres may not be done. An ESPN analyst thinks San Diego is plotting a major rotation upgrade and the target list is spicy.
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Michael King re-signed with the Padres for one reason other teams couldn't match
The San Diego Padres, almost shockingly, brought Michael King back to Southern California on a three-year deal. The reason King was all in on his return? He thinks the Padres can win a World Series…
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Padres Sung-Mun Song contract details are deeply confusing (and we can help)
Confused by the Sung-Mun Song contract? Same. Lets untangle the salaries, options, bonuses, and what it means for San Diegos payroll.
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Padres should pivot from Jarren Duran trade dream to a new Red Sox target
San Diego needs pop and a true first baseman. The Red Soxs latest move could make Triston Casas the perfect trade target.
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Michael King is the rare Padres move that actually feels responsible
Michael King re-signing with the Padres feels like smart roster-building for once, with upside and flexibility baked in.
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Padres almost caught a break from Dodgers trade talk until Friedman shut it down
The Padres almost had a massive scare during the winter meetings, and it is not because the front office left without making any big-name signings. It was becau
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