San Diego Padres News
Padres backloaded pitching contracts leave A.J. Preller rebuilding the rotation again
The Padres keep finding creative ways to afford starting pitchers. Backloaded salaries and opt-outs leave A.J. Preller facing another rotation puzzle.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres should revisit Steven Kwan trade with Guardians while holding the line on prospects
Steven Kwan might be back on the trade market after the Padres showed major interest in him at 2025 trade deadline.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres prospect Joe Tirolys seven-homer debut makes him worth watching in 2027
Padres prospect Joe Tiroly hit seven homers across his first 22 professional games, including the playoffs, earning a closer look heading into 2027.
Source: Friars On Base
Every former Padres player and prospect in the 2026 Brewers-Rays World Series
From NLCS MVP Jake Bauers to Nick Martinez, former Padres players and prospects have roles throughout the 2026 Brewers-Rays World Series.
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Slugging Padres prospect Alex McCoys insane AFL exit velocities rival the leagues best ever
Alex McCoys massive AFL exit velocities are drawing attention. The Padres next challenge is helping that raw power play against better pitching.
Source: Friars On Base
Gavin Sheets projected $6.5 million salary forces Padres to question his value
Gavin Sheets has been a key member of the Padres over the past two years, but his escalating arbitration salary might earn him a ticket out of town this offseason.
Source: Friars On Base
Yankees offensive turmoil puts Padres Aaron Judge pursuit in a different light
Aaron Judge could have transformed the Padres offense. Building a complete roster around his massive contract would have been a different challenge.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres 2027 rotation plan needs to go beyond counting on Joe Musgrove
Joe Musgroves return gives the Padres reason for optimism, but A.J. Preller still needs enough starting pitching to protect their 2027 rotation.
Source: Friars On Base
4 under-the-radar trades Padres can make to fill rotation vacancies
The Padres need rotation help for 2027. These four proposed trades offer A.J. Preller different ways to add starters while weighing the prospect cost.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres prospect Kannon Kemp's AFL breakthrough makes patience crucial for 2027
Padres pitching prospect Kannon Kemp is showing the organization that he is ready to develop into a legit arm this fall.
Source: Friars On Base
Why Jackson Merrill's 25-25 season went unnoticed, and why Padres' star will make sure it doesn't happen again
Jackson Merrill was one of just six players to hit 25 homers and steal 25 bases in 2026, yet it feels like no one recognized him for the achievement. Why?
Source: Friars On Base
Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato's availability should raise the Padres' offseason ambitions
The Padres should think bigger with Teruaki Sato available. Investing in his bat could leave San Diego more trade options to address its pitching needs.
Source: Friars On Base
Offseason Outlook: San Diego Padres
The Padres find themselves in a familiar spot. They just wrapped another season that was good but not good enough. They have a decent roster but a huge chunk of the payroll is tied up in the core…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Padres need an Ethan Salas playing-time plan before building their 2027 roster
The Padres need a clear plan for Ethan Salas catching starts and DH at-bats before offseason additions crowd their 2027 lineup.
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Projecting a Yankees-Padres trade that would make dealing Jeremiah Estrada worth it
Jeremiah Estrada has too much value for the Padres to accept lottery tickets. Jasson Domnguez gives San Diego an MLB-ready return with upside.
Source: Friars On Base
Kona Takahashi gives Padres a rare free-agent pitching opportunity
The Padres were named a potential fit for Kona Takahashi, whose free-agent status would let San Diego pursue the NPB pitcher without a posting fee.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres starting rotation uncertainty could derail A.J. Prellers offseason
The Padres cannot enter another postseason with a pitching staff running on fumes. A.J. Prellers massive rotation overhaul must solve that problem.
Source: Friars On Base
Ranking the Padres biggest offseason needs from urgent to unavoidable
Starting pitching leads a Padres offseason agenda that also includes bullpen help, first base and difficult decisions for new ownership.
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