San Diego Padres News
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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Where Michael King slots in the Padres rotation after his return
The San Diego Padres' rotation received a huge boost in the form of Michael King. How does their starting five stack up now?
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Padres nearly pulled off another pitching move before landing Michael King
The Padres reportedly made a competitive offer to another veteran starter before re-signing Michael King, showing A.J. Preller stayed aggressive.
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Padres Notes: King, Kelly, Darvish
The Padres reunited with Michael King this past week on a three-year deal that offers him the opportunity to opt out in each of the next two offseasons. As noted by Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union…
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Padres still have a glaring lineup hole even after signing Sung-mun Song
The San Diego Padres made a necessary addition to their infield, adding Sung-mon Song from the KBO in free agency. However, it's clear they still have a big need on the roster.
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Padres can exploit the Yankees roster crunch with this bold trade call
If the Yankees are forced into tough roster decisions, the Padres could be ready with a daring proposal built around Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jake Cronenworth.
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Padres could gain leverage as an NPB sluggers posting window tightens
San Diego Padres could gain leverage as Munetaka Murakami's posting window tightens
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