San Diego Padres News

Padres letting Michael King test free agency might be a blessing in disguise

After a season of shoulder and knee trouble, Michael King is off to free agency. Heres why the Padres shouldnt rush to match his next big contract.

11/30/25 - 7:30pm

Source: Friars On Base


Former Padres trade pickup could cash in with quietly frugal team in free agency

Padres fans could soon watch Ryan OHearn help a low-spending club instead. If a budget-conscious team is willing to pay up, what does that say about San Diegos offseason plan?

11/30/25 - 5:15pm

Source: Friars On Base


Padres fans wont miss Dylan Cease as much as people think

Dylan Cease still has big-name buzz, but his recent results tell a different story.

11/30/25 - 3:30pm

Source: Friars On Base


Padres quietly add experienced outfielder who could crash the spring training party

The Padres signed outfielder Carlos Rodriguez to a minor league deal, and his contact skills, speed and growing pop could make him a spring training surprise.

11/30/25 - 1:50pm

Source: Friars On Base


Padres clearest 2026 trade chip is a name fans didnt see coming

The Padres need flexibility going into 2026, and Jake Cronenworths rebound, contract status and versatility make him a realistic trade candidate this offseason.

11/30/25 - 12:20pm

Source: Friars On Base


Padres latest brutal ranking lands one veteran on MLBs worst contracts list for 2026

Yu Darvishs long-term extension was once sold as a bargain, but a new worst-contracts list shows how badly its aging for the Padres.

11/30/25 - 11:10am

Source: Friars On Base


MLB writer hits Padres with harsh warning about gutting their bullpen

The Padres bullpen was among the best in baseball, but AJ Cassavell warns that using it to fix the rotation could leave San Diego with two mediocre units.

11/30/25 - 9:36am

Source: Friars On Base


Orioles move quietly connects Padres to intriguing catcher option

The Orioles under-the-radar hire of Mike Shildt has sparked speculation about whether it could quietly connect the Padres to Adley Rutschman in the rumor mill.

11/30/25 - 8:00am

Source: Friars On Base


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