San Diego Padres News
Padres Nick Pivetta option comes with a bigger gamble than it seems
The Padres need Nick Pivettas upside, but his contract option demands a hard look at his elbow, their rotation depth and the cost of another absence.
Source: Friars On Base
Padres Joe Musgrove comeback hopes put pressure on A.J. Prellers 2027 rotation plan
Joe Musgrove is currently projected to be the Padres' Opening Day starter in 2027. After two years away from the sport, can the team really afford to put that kind of pressure on him?
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Orioles Luis Robert Jr. decision could give Padres a second chance to land him
Luis Robert Jr. could become a free agent, giving the Padres another shot at a familiar target. San Diego needs a clear plan before committing to him.
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Padres Decline Club Option On Nick Pivetta
The Padres have decided not to pick up right-hander Nick Pivettas team option, as first reported by Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. More to come
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Padres Casey Mize reunion would double down on a trade that already fell short
The Padres cant recover the prospects they traded for Casey Mize. They can keep a disappointing deadline deal from dictating another spending decision.
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Padres' successful offseason plan includes a willingness to admit trade deadline mistakes
Robbie Ray ultimately failed to live up to expectations in San Diego following the trade deadline. Re-signing him in free agency would be an even bigger mistake for the Padres.
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Padres need to know what Luis Rengifo fixes before bringing him back
The Padres should consider bringing Luis Rengifo back, provided his contract and expected role reflect the uncertainty surrounding his recovery.
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Padres face an expensive bullpen balancing act with Adrian Morejon and Jason Adam
Keeping Adrian Morejon and Jason Adam would preserve the Padres bullpen depth. Ownership must decide whether it will fund the rest of the roster, too.
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Manny Machados October raised the stakes for the Padres offseason
Manny Machado hit .350 this postseason. The Padres early exit should put pressure on ownership and A.J. Preller to build a deeper roster.
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Padres need a left-field upgrade before settling for Austin Hays or Ramn Laureano
Before bringing back Austin Hays or Ramn Laureano, the Padres should explore free agency and trades for a dependable everyday left fielder.
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Jazz Chisholm Jr.s projected deal gives Padres six years of risk with one expensive catch
Jazz Chisholm Jr.s power and speed make sense for the Padres. His projected contract would leave San Diego carrying much of the downside.
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Padres Ty France reunion hinges on a clear plan for Gavin Sheets
A Ty France reunion could settle first base for the Padres, but Gavin Sheets role and an opportunity to upgrade at DH deserve clear answers.
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Should the Padres sign two starters instead of re-signing Michael King?
Michael King has opted out, leaving the Padres without an ace heading into the offseason. Re-signing him would be a tremendous feat for the front office, but might they prefer to pursue better depth…
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Padres Walker Buehler decision comes down to how much of his comeback they believe
The Padres helped Walker Buehler rebuild his value. Now they must decide how much to spend keeping him without shortchanging the rest of the roster.
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Padres rival poaching Ben Fritz leaves AJ Preller with crucial pitching staff decision
Losing Ben Fritz to Arizona gives the Padres another offseason decision to get right. Their bullpen coach vacancy deserves serious attention.
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Diamondbacks To Hire Ben Fritz As Pitching Coach
The Diamondbacks have a new pitching coach. Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports that Arizona has snaked Ben Fritz away from the Padres. He has been working as the bullpen coach in San Diego. More to…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Red Soxs Nate Eaton trade leaves Padres Jarren Duran hopes alive
Nate Eatons departure barely changes the Padres Jarren Duran equation. Boston still has outfield decisions to make, and San Diego should keep calling.
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Padres tumble 14 spots in ESPNs 2027 power rankings over a familiar flaw
The Padres won 91 games, but ESPN ranks them No. 21 entering 2027. Another offseason spent rebuilding the rotation could explain the pessimism.
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Why re-signing Adrian Morejon is the Padres' biggest off-season priority
The Padres prepare for several key players to depart in free agency, but here is why they cannot afford to let the southpaw reliever walk...
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Padres would take on a different kind of risk with Trevor Rogers' projected deal
The Padres need starting pitching. This offseason, targeting an overlooked lefty like Trevor Rogers brings concerns, but potential high reward.
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