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Dylan Cease signing with Toronto, Padres to net draft pick

Dylan Cease exchanges high-fives with teammates after being pulled in the fourth inning against the Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Defending AL champion Blue Jays giving former Padres starter $210 million over seven years
Dylan Cease exchanges high-fives with teammates after being pulled in the fourth inning against the Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Washington Nationals first base coach Randy Knorr (53) looks on during a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, in Washington. The Rockies won 9-8.(AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Padres add experienced bench coach, rookie hitting coach

Randy Knorr joins Craig Stammen's staff as bench coach; Steven Souza Jr. is the new...
San Diego Padres’ Sean Reynolds celebrates after striking out Seattle Mariners’ Randy Arozarena during the seventh inning at Petco Park on Sunday, May 18, 2025 in San Diego, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres non-tender Sean Reynolds, Omar Cruz; sign Luis Campusano to one-year deal

Catcher Luis Campusano is out of options after spending most of 2025 at Triple-A El...
Doug Rader congratulates Padres’ pitcher Randy Jones on win, April 9, 1976. (Dan Tichonchuk, The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Bill Center: Padres’ Randy Jones was the sinkerballer who lifted San Diego

Bill Center: Remembering Randy Jones, the sinkerballer who lifted San Diego
MLB broadcasters Mariluz Cook, left, and Mike Pomeranz, right, interview Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres after their game against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

MLB, ESPN finalize deal to stream Padres games in 2026

Announcement comes as Major League Baseball unveils latest media deals
Padre Hall of Famer Randy Jones after signing his autograph on a baseball during a meet and greet at Home of Guiding Hands in El Cajon on April 26, 2022. (Ariana Drehsler, For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Friends remember Padres legend: ‘It was impossible not to smile when Randy Jones was around’

Longtime Poway and Escondido resident was a restauranteur, analyst, ambassador and commissioner of Padres fantasy...
Randy Jones |Padres pitcher Randy Jones throws the ball in the mid-1970s. Union-Tribune file photo

‘The original Mr. Padre’ and ‘cornerstone’ of franchise, Randy Jones dies at 75

Left-hander won Cy Young Award, was associated with organization for 5 decades.
Padres pitching prospect Miguel Mendez with high Single-A Fort Wayne. (Jeffrey Nycz / Fort Wayne TinCaps)

Padres protect two prospects from next month’s Rule 5 draft

Right-handers Miguel Mendez and Garrett Hawkins both finished 2025 at Double-A San Antonio.
Dylan Cease, Joe Musgrove, Michael King, and Kyle Hart, from left to right, work through drills during Padres spring training workouts at the Peoria Sports Complex in 2025. It is virtually certain only Musgrove and Hart will be on the team next season. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Dylan Cease, Michael King reject qualifying offers; Padres in line for two extra draft picks

Two defections were expected, leave Padres needing starting pitching for 2026.
The Padres’ Kyle Hart pitches against the Orioles on Sept. 3, 2025. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres re-sign pitcher Kyle Hart to 1-year deal with club option

Left-hander gets 1-year deal with club option, will likely get chance to earn rotation spot
Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres walks out of the dugout before the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres’ next owners will have to solve multiple puzzles

It's puzzle time once again.
San Diego Padres chairman John Seidler,  manager Craig Stammen, president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, and CEO Erik Greupner, from left to right, after a news conference at Petco Park on Nov. 10, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

As Padres explore sale, expect business as usual — and a likely contract extension for A.J. Preller

President of baseball operations, in final year of contract, has played large role in team's...
San Diego Padres Chairman and Control Person John Seidler walks into a news conference announcing new manager Craig Stammen at Petco Park on Nov. 10, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Nick Canepa: Who will buy the Padres? Here’s hoping for someone with deep pockets, passion for baseball

All we can hope for now is that the new moneybags comes in with eyes...
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres walks out of the dugout before the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

As the Seidler family explores a sale, the Padres are considered ‘beachfront real estate’

Even small-market teams are getting top dollar as the price of owning a Major League...
Jeremiah Taylor (l) of La Mesa, Emily Ahearn (m) of Carlsbad, and Lyle Parthemear (r) of Bay Park were among the Padres fans enjoying Opening Day at Petco Park against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in San Diego, CA. (Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Would a Padres sale help the club win it all?

The simple answer is: we don’t know.
San Diego Padres Chairman John Seidler looks on before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park on Sept. 24, 2025 in San Diego, CA.  (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Timeline: A look at the Seidler family’s stewardship of the Padres

A look at the Padres' successes, struggles through the Seidler family's ownership of the Padres.
Padres Chairman John Seidler, left, and CEO Erik Greupner talk with new manager Craig Stammen, center, after a news conference at Petco Park on Monday. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Seidler family exploring sale of Padres

Process of 'evaluating future' expected to lead to a change in ownership
Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. celebrates after making a catch during Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Cubs on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 at Wrigley Field. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres say Fernando Tatis Jr. won’t be traded this offseason

Report fueled speculation Padres would part with star right fielder to manage payroll.
Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, right, laughs as new manager Craig Stammen speaks during his introductory news conference on Monday. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: For starters; Ruben Niebla’s new role, title; Ethan Salas update

The Padres' No.1 need, far and away, is adding multiple starting, and they are still...
Craig Stammen was introduced as the San Diego Padres manager at Petco Park on Nov. 10, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres focused on the experience new manager Craig Stammen brings to job

Former relief pitcher was convinced to do the job by A.J. Preller, who is banking...
San Diego Padres new manager Craig Stammen greets pitching coach Ruben Niebla after a news conference at Petco Park on Nov. 10, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Fernando Tatis Jr. #2 of the San Diego Padres smiles after catching a fly ball by Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs in the eighth inning during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. wins second Platinum Glove

Padres right fielder has two Platinum Gloves and two Gold Gloves in the last three...
San Diego Padres’ pitcher Craig Stammen walks off after throwing against the New York Mets at Petco Park on Thursday, June 3, 2021 in San Diego, CA. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres’ hire of Craig Stammen is anything but conventional

Here are 6 things to know about Craig Stammen, the Padres' new manager.
Dylan Cease exchanges high-fives with teammates after being pulled in the fourth inning against the Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Dylan Cease, Michael King get qualifying offers from Padres

Team will receive get draft pick compensation if pitchers sign elsewhere.
San Diego Padres’ Craig Stammen throws during a spring training practice on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023 in Peoria, AZ. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

From 4 homers allowed to his place in Padres lore, a look at Craig Stammen through the years

A timeline of new Padres manager Craig Stammen's career in San Diego.
Ramon Laureano #5 of the San Diego Padres looks on after his line drive hit Landen Roupp #65 of the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Petco Park on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 in San Diego, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Ramón Laureano returning, more silver for Manny Machado

Ramon Laureano will make $6.5 million in 2026 after the Padres exercised a team option.
Padres relief pitcher Craig Stammen and manager Jayce Tingler celebrate after beating the Cardinals to win their Wild Card Series at Petco Park on Friday, Oct. 2, 2020.   (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres hire Craig Stammen as manager

Former Padres relief pitcher becomes team's 19th full-time manager.
San Diego Padres’ Xander Bogaerts and Jake Cronenworth come off the field during a spring training game against the Athletics on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres announce spring training schedule

Padres spring schedule will include an exhibition against Team Great Britain
Padres hitting coach Victor Rodriguez throws batting practice in spring training. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Victor Rodriguez leaving Padres to become Astros’ hitting coach

Padres will have their 10th hitting coach in 12 seasons.
Yu Darvish #11 of the San Diego Padres pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Yu Darvish will miss 2026 season; options declined on three more players

Dr. Keith Meister performs UCL repair with an internal brace, repairs flexor tendon
Padres closer Robert Suarez celebrates after an out in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Cubs on Oct. 1, 2025 at Wrigley Field. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres will have new closer after Robert Suarez opts out of contract

Reliever Wandy Peralta opts in for 2026; Padres expected to exercise option on left fielder...
Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. makes a catch to rob the Reds’ Tyler Stephenson of a home run on Tuesday.  (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. wins second Gold Glove

Tatis wins NL's top defensive honor in right field for the second time in three...
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts celebrates after their win against the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of baseball’s World Series, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Toronto. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Tom Krasovic: World champion Dodgers have Padres in a predicament

When a Major League Baseball franchise becomes a true dynasty, its closest rivals often bear...
Michael King pitches for the Padres during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Cubs on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Michael King opts out, could still receive qualifying offer from Padres

Right-hander is considered one of the top starting pitchers on the free agent market.
A fan looks on as the San Diego Padres play the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Sept. 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

City Connect 2.0? Padres tease Dia de los Muertos uniform theme for 2026

The Padres posted a video on Sunday, the second day of Day of the Dead...
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres, right, celebrates in the clubhouse with A.J. Preller, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager after beating the Milwaukee Brewers to secure a playoff spot at Petco Park on Sept. 22, 2025 in San Diego, CA.  (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres offseason primer: Front office set to get back to work as World Series ends

A look at the business at hand as the MLB offseason gets underway
Padres pitching coach Ruben Niebla celebrates with pitcher Omar Cruz after a game against the  Guardians at Petco Park in April. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Add Nick Hundley, Ruben Niebla to list of Padres’ managerial finalists

Pitching coach, former catcher and future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols are considered finalists for...
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run against the San Diego Padres in the ninth inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Derrick Tuskan)

Tom Krasovic: Dodgers have grown beyond ‘dragon’ reputation — and Padres feel the heat

The Dodgers haven’t lost consecutive games in the postseason since escaping the clutches of Manny...
Albert Pujols of the St. Louis Cardinals reacts after hitting his second home run of the night and his 700th of his career off relief pitcher Phil Bickford (not pictured) of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fourth inning of a MLB baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, September 23, 2022.  (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

Albert Pujols interviews for second time as Padres narrow managerial search

Future Hall of Famer among those still in running to become next Padres manager
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres looks on in the dugout during the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Manny Machado, Jake Cronenworth named NL Silver Slugger finalists

Machado is vying for third Silver Slugger award, Cronenworth hoping to win first
The Padres’ Manny Machado presents Cardinals star Albert Pujols with a surfboard on behalf of the team before the teams’ Sept. 20, 2022 game at Petco Park. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Albert Pujols could be ideal fit for Manny Machado, Xander Bogaerts and Padres

Game recognizes game, and Manny Machado, 33, knows Albert Pujols was a baseball god.
San Diego Padres bench coach Brian Esposito on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres interview bench coach for managerial job; Albert Pujols to meet with club Wednesday

Brian Esposito has spent the last three seasons on staff with the Padres.
Dominican Republic manager Albert Pujols, right, celebrates after winning the Caribbean Series baseball final game at Nido de los Aguilas stadium in Mexicali, Mexico, Friday, Feb. 7, 2025.  (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)

Padres plan to interview Albert Pujols for manager position

Future Hall of Famer is greatly respected by players throughout Major League Baseball.
San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt was introduced before playing the Atlanta Braves on Opening Day at Petco Park on Thursday, March 27, 2025.  (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Nick Canepa: New skipper needs to make Padres tougher

Clutch hitting would also help if Padres hope to take next steps under new manager
Padres pitching coach Ruben Niebla celebrates with pitcher Omar Cruz after a game against the  Guardians at Petco Park in April. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres’ most compelling managerial candidate is already on staff

Pitching coach Ruben Niebla's expertise at run prevention merits a closer look.
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a grand slam against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fifth inning at the Petco Park on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

How the Padres’ managerial opening compares to the rest

San Diego can offer top-flight players, history of postseason appearances to next skipper.
Fernando Tatis Jr. #2 of the San Diego Padres smiles after catching a fly ball by Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs in the eighth inning during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. a finalist for second Gold Glove

The Brewers' Sal Frelick and the Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll are also NL finalists for right...
Mike Shildt #8 of the San Diego Padres smiles during their game against the Cincinnati Reds at Petco Park on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Mike Shildt left Padres, ‘made a decision to go home’ in part due to ‘inability to please everyone’

Former Padres manager won a lot, but relationship with some coaches, others in organization was...
Manager Mike Shildt #8 of the San Diego Padres walks on the field against the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres looking for stability, longevity from next manager

The Padres have yet to find their version of Dave Roberts, the San Diegan in...
San Diego Padres CEO Erik Greupner, President of baseball operations A.J. Preller and Chairman and Control Person John Seidler chat in the dugout before the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Petco Park on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 in San Diego, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images)

‘A really attractive job’: A.J. Preller already receiving calls about Padres’ vacant managerial position

Interested parties began reaching out to Preller shortly after manager Mike Shildt announced Monday that...
Mason Miller #22 of the San Diego Padres greets teammates after being pulled in the eighth inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: A.J. Preller won’t rule out moving Mason Miller, Adrián Morejón to starting rotation; Ethan Salas update

“We’ll get together as a group, We’ll have our thoughts."
San Diego Padres’ Manny Machado and Mike Shildt argue with home plate umpire Mike Estabrook during the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park on Monday, June 9, 2025 in San Diego, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Manager Mike Shildt always had Padres players’ backs

Know this: Mike Shildt leaves behind a large void.
Albert Pujols, left, and Ruben Niebla

Who will replace Mike Shildt as Padres manager? Start with these 11 candidates

A look at potential candidates to replace Mike Shildt as Padres manager.
Manager Mike Shildt #8 of the San Diego Padres stands for the national anthem before playing the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Mike Shildt retires as Padres manager

.Manager cites the "severe toll" the job has taken on him "mentally and physically."
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres walks off after getting doubled up in the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: There’s no time for half-measures as Padres look ahead to 2026

Entering his first full offseason, John Seidler may want to ponder a comment made a...
Xander Bogaerts #2 of the San Diego Padres reacts to a called third strike in the ninth inning as Carson Kelly #15 of the Chicago Cubs looks on in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Jose Iglesias, Xander Bogaerts disciplined for umpire confrontation

Both infielders are fined; Iglesias also receives one-game suspension for actions following Game 3 of...
The Padres’ Kurt Bevacqua belts a home run in Game 2 of the 1984 World Series at Jack Murphy Stadium. The Padres went on to beat the Tigers for their only World Series game win in franchise history. (U-T file photo)

Tom Krasovic: Kurt Bevacqua’s homer 41 years ago today remains a singular moment in Padres history

More than four decades ago, Kurt Bevacqua led the Padres to their first (and only)...
International signee Lan-Hong Su poses for photos at Petco Park on Oct. 8, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images)

Padres sign Taiwanese right-hander, add him to 2025 international amateur class

Taiwanese right-hander Lan-Hong Su signs for $750,000 after impressing at 18U World Baseball Cup
Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres can’t watch as the Chicago Cubs celebrate a 3-1 win in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

What will the Padres focus on after being exposed in playoff series loss to Cubs?

Playoff appearances are no longer enough
Adrian Morejon #50 of the San Diego Padres high fives teammates in the dugout after being pulled from the game in the seventh inning against the New York Mets at Petco Park on July 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Projection says Padres will spend nearly $25 million on arbitration-eligible players in 2026

MLBTradeRumors.com projects seven arbitration-eligible Padres to make $24.4 million in 2026
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres looks on during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Sept. 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Arbitrator says Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. owes $3.74 million to Big League Advance

BLA petitioning Superior Court of District of Columbia for payment as Fernando Tatis Jr. sues...
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres is interviewed in the dugout for ESPN after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres have an Old Guy problem, but it isn’t what you think

It's not that the Padres' 30-something's aren't producing; it's that so many others have played...
Fernando Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres celebrates with teammates in the dugout after catching a fly ball by Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs in the eighth inning during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres head into the offseason with a need to power up for next October

Padres will look to improve in a few areas for 2026, none bigger than the...
The Padres’ Freddy Fermin walks back to the dugout as the Cubs begin celebrating their WIld Card Series victory on Thursday night at Wrigley Field. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres Daily: The end hits hard; thinking change; ready for ABS

Brief but heated exchange with umpires follows Game 3 loss, in which offense is again...
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres strikes out in the third inning as Carson Kelly #15 of the Chicago Cubs leaves the field during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Bad timing for Fernando Tatis Jr., bad call for Xander Bogaerts

The demise of the 2025 Padres can be pinned on their inability to score across...
Yu Darvish #11 of the San Diego Padres walks off the field after getting pulled from the game in the second inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ Yu Darvish can’t ‘wrap mind’ around future after shortest start of career

39-year-old veteran lasts one-plus inning in Padres' 3-1 loss to the Cubs in Game 3...
Xander Bogaerts #2 of the San Diego Padres reacts to a called third strike in the ninth inning as Carson Kelly #15 of the Chicago Cubs looks on in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres’ bats go silent with season on the line

The result: another exasperating defeat that booted them from the World Series tournament
Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres react after Michael Bush of the Chicago Cubs home run during the seventh inning during Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres Scene & Heard: Friar faithful flock to Wrigley Field at last minute

Sights and sounds from Thursday's Wild Card Series playoff loss to the Cubs at Wrigley...
The Padres’ Manny Machado walks back to the dugout after grounding out in the eighth inning against  the Chicago Cubs in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

‘Missed opportunity’: Padres’ season ends with Wild Card Series loss to Cubs

Ninth-inning rally not enough for club, who sees season end in playoffs' first round
San Diego Padres’ Ryan O’Hearn hits a single during the fourth inning of Game 2 of a National League wild card baseball game against the Chicago Cubs Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Padres pregame: Cubs finally start a righty, Mike Shildt talks bullpen availability

The Padres will throw veteran Yu Darvish at the Cubs' Jameson Taillon in Game 3...
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23, Manny Machado #13, and Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres celebrate after Machado’s home run during the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs during game two of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres Daily: Manny comes through; remarkable pen; who’s left; ho-hum excellence

Dylan Cease follows disappointing regular season with fine postseason start; Fernando Tatis Jr. makes the...
Mason Miller #22 of the San Diego Padres reacts after getting out of the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Mason Miller’s heat, Michael King ready, Dylan Cease’s part

Mason Miller's 104.5 mph fastball on Wednesday set an postseason record
Robert Suarez #75 of the San Diego Padres celebrates after Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 caught a fly ball by Nico Hoerner #2 of the Chicago Cubs in the eighth inning during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

With Mike Shildt pushing the right buttons, Padres’ bullpen redlines its way to series-tying win

This is the time of year when pitchers are asked to push beyond their physical...
Tom Cronk, center, along with family members pose for a photo outside the Wrigley Field marquee sign before game two of the NL Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Kirk Kenney: Padres fan’s allegiance stronger than ever, even after decades in Cubs Country

“You never forget where you came from and then you stay loyal, right?”
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23, Manny Machado #13, and Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres celebrate after Machado’s home run during the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs during game two of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Wednesday. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Yu Darvish #11 of the San Diego Padres looks on against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Aging Yu Darvish’s focus is clear heading into Padres’ elimination game

While Yu Darvish's troublesome elbow is a concern for the rest of his contract, his...
Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres celebrates with teammates after hitting a sacrifice RBI in the first inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Padres show high-end potential in extending Wild Card Series

If the Padres can bottle Tuesday’s performance, they could beat anybody
San Diego Padres fans cheer during the fifth inning of game two of the NL Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Start time set for Game 3 of Padres’ Wild Card Series

How to watch or listen to Thursday's game between Padres and Cubs from Wrigley Field
Rancho Penasquitos’ Bill Hall and his sons Brexton (middle) and Bill joined a couple thousand others at Gallagher Square to watch the Padres beat the Cubs in Game 2 of their NL Wild Card series. (Kirk Kenney / San Diego Union-Tribune)

Petco Park Scene & Heard: Gallagher Square watch party is too cool for school

Padres fans gather at home stadium to cheer on road team
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres celebrates after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs during Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres beat Cubs, even Wild Card Series; decisive game on Thursday

Manny Machado hits two-run homer; Dylan Cease, bullpen shut down Cubs
Manager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs and Mike Shildt #8 of the San Diego Padres greet each other before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres pregame: Lineup unchanged for Game 2 of Wild-Card Series vs. Cubs

Dylan Cease starts for Padres, Andrew Kittredge opening for Cubs and Padres left-handed hitters bracing...
Fernando Tatis Jr. walks back to the Padres’ dugout after striking out in the eighth inning of Tuesday’s loss to the Cubs In Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres Daily: Looking to make, repeat history; same old; sac story

The Padres' lineup is lefty heavy, and there really isn't much they can do about...
Ryan O’Hearn #32 of the San Diego Padres bats during the second inning against the Chicago Cubs during game one of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Popgun Padres now must hit themselves past Cubs

Shadows creeping in on Padres’ 90-win season
Nick Pivetta #27 of the San Diego Padres looks on as  Seiya Suzuki #27 of the Chicago Cubs rounds the base after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning during Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Nick Pivetta’s day turns on two pitches; optimism for Elias Diaz

The Cubs were the first team to get Dylan Cease used to baseball as a...
Rocky and Magan Goyal, of San Diego, watch during the eighth inning of game one of the NL Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres Scene & Heard: Visiting fans relish Wrigley Field, Eddie Vedder shows true colors

News, notes, sights and sounds from Wednesday's Wild Card Series opener between the Padres and...
Dylan Cease #84 of the San Diego Padres speaks to the media during a press conference ahead of the NL Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Game 2 starter Dylan Cease eager to put disappointing season, past playoff stumbles behind him

Padres righty Dylan Cease hoping September trend carries into Wednesday's Game 2 assignment against the...
Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres is introduced before playing the Chicago Cubs during Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

How to watch and listen to Game 2 of Padres’ Wild Card Series on Wednesday

How to watch or listen to Padres Game 2 wild card game in English and...
ander Bogaerts #2 of the San Diego Padres strikes out to end the game as Carson Kelly #15 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates during Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ ‘backs are up against the wall’ after losing Wild Card Series opener

Visiting Padres will have to win on Wednesday and Thursday to keep season alive
The San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs stand for the national anthem before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field on Sept. 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres pregame: Freddy Fermin’s pairing with Nick Pivetta; Mason Miller honored

Lineups and a look at pitching matchups as the Padres play at Cubs for Game...
Mike Shildt #8 and medical personnel check on Elias Diaz #17 of the San Diego Padres during the fourth inning at Petco Park on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres set roster for Wild Card series vs. Cubs; catcher Elias Díaz left off

Luis Campusano, Martin Maldonado both on roster to back up Freddy Fermín
Padres manager Mike Shildt watches Monday’s workout at Wrigley Field the day before the Padres and Cubs begin their National League  Wild Card Series. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ season has always been about the postseason

The way Mike Shildt, Padres go about preparing is with the idea of minimizing the...
Teammates give Steve Garvey a boost after he hit a game-winning home run to boost the Padres past the Cubs 7-5 to tie the series at two games each. (Thane McIntosh/San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres’ visit to Chicago brings back memories of 1984 ‘Cub busters’

San Diego overcame the Windy City's NL team — and plenty of hot air —...
Nick Pivetta #27 of the San Diego Padres walks onto the field during the workout day before the Wildcard series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres notes: Nick Pivetta’s moment; Dylan Cease, Yu Darvish tabbed; catcher situation

Padres have four catchers in Chicago as they evaluate whether Elias Díaz can play after...
Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres walks out of the dugout before the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: Jackson Merrill, Pete Crow-Armstrong front and center as playoffs begin

Jackson Merrill 22, and the Cubs' 23-year-old Pete Crow-Armstrong will make it a pair of...
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jeremiah Estrada reacts during the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs at Petco Park on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in San Diego, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

The Padres’ Jeremiah Estrada has come a long way since Cubs DFA’d him

The Cubs cut Jeremiah Estrada loose on his 25th birthday; he returns to Wrigley nearly...
Xander Bogaerts #2 of the San Diego Padres celebrates a two-run double in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Sept. 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

After stumbling through season’s final month, Padres get to the part that matters

Team skated through end of August and deep into September, but observers say that won't...
The San Diego Padres cheer for the fans after the last regular season game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Sept. 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Tom Krasovic: As regular season wraps, Padres fans hope for more home games

Padres will have to beat the Cubs in Chicago to advance in the playoffs
Manny Machado #13 of the San Diego Padres rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Sept. 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (K.C. Alfred / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Padres beat D-backs, finish regular season with 90 victories; catching update

Ramon Laureano's finger to be in a splint for three weeks; outfielder has 'delusional hope'...
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