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Padres’ Jake Cronenworth’s versatility key to 2026 success
It is hard to imagine that San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth is entering his seventh season with the franchise. A feat that should not be dismissed, as his versatility to play multiple infield positions could be key to the Padres’ success in 2026. Cronenworth’s glove sets the standard for infield defense Too often, […]
Padres Reacts Survey: Which San Diego bobblehead would get you to a Padres game?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Padres fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. It’s not the news San Diego Padres fans wanted necessarily, but it’s the news we got, […]
Good Morning San Diego: Padres prospects have something to prove; Padres promotional schedule announced for 2026
It has not been a fun time to be a prospect in the San Diego Padres farm system. For most of the position players, places to play are getting harder to find with multiple MLB players signed to play those positions at the major league level for years to come. Position player prospects may not […]
Padres prospects poorly regarded among pundits
There are 15 days until San Diego Padres pitchers and catchers report to Peoria, Ariz. for their physicals prior to the start of Spring Training. This Saturday is Padres Fanfest and here is hoping that there will be some real news to discuss for the next offseason notes. As of today, the last significant action […]
Ethan Salas sees his stock, rankings fall in Keith Law’s 2026 Top 100 MLB prospects list
Ethan Salas plummeted 53 spots on Keith Law’s 2026 Top 100 MLB prospects list that was released by The Athletic, Monday. The 19-year-old catching prospect from Venezuela was the only San Diego Padres prospect to make the list, which is reflective of just how depleted the San Diego farm system is. Salas was the 17th […]
Good Morning San Diego: Joe Musgrove is ready for return to mound; Padres fans prefer Lucas Giolito in free agency
San Diego Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove said he is anxious to get back on the mound for his hometown team and a year of good health as he and the Padres look to return to the postseason according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Musgrove spoke at a ribbon-cutting ceremony at San Dieguito […]
Padres Reacts Survey Results: Gaslamp Ball readers would take Lucas Giolito over Nick Martinez, Justin Verlander
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Padres fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Friar Faithful have been waiting for news of a signing to breathe some life to this offseason […]
Good Morning San Diego: Yu Darvish contemplating retirement; Padres to wear patch in honor of Randy Jones
As the 2026 MLB season draws near, various projections have started to come out about where the San Diego Padres will finish as a team, and some sites have gone on to predict how individual players will finish their season. These projections are a lot like weather models. There are formulas and trends that are […]
The 2026 projections are in for Padres
It’s a good thing the baseball season is still two months away. San Diego Padres president of baseball operations/general manager A.J. Preller has plenty of time to upgrade the roster before the start of the new season. It could be a problem if he doesn’t make the needed improvements before March 26, Opening Day against […]
Good Morning San Diego: Do Dodgers have secret advantage?; Randy Jones celebration of life to be held today
Sportswriter Joon Lee recently posted a video to YouTube where he tries to shed light on why the Los Angeles Dodgers seem to have an endless stream of money with which to pay the top players in the game. The back-to-back World Series Champions made waves in MLB with the signing of free agent outfielder […]
Is the Joon Lee report for real?
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ signing of Kyle Tucker for four years, $240 million caused an uproar in baseball last week. The outrageous overpay triggered many around the game to say enough is enough. With the coming end to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between MLB and the MLBPA, negotiations for a new agreement will probably […]
Good Morning San Diego: Jake Cronenworth remains in San Diego, but his role in 2026 is unknown
Jake Cronenworth has been talked about as a potential trade piece for the past couple of seasons. He has value in that he can play multiple positions and is steady at the plate. For now, Cronenworth is projected to be the second baseman for the San Diego Padres on opening day although that could change […]
Good Morning San Diego: Padres need to solidify backup catcher role; free agent pitching options remain for A.J. Preller
The San Diego Padres and catcher Luis Campusano may be in the final weeks and months of their relationship. It also could be extended into the season if Campusano can put together a solid showing in Spring Training that earns him a spot on the Padres’ roster. Freddy Fermin will handle the catching duties as […]
Padres Reacts Survey: Take your pick of three free agent starters
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Padres fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The worst kept secret of the offseason is the San Diego Padres do not want to […]
Padres need to upgrade backup catcher position
The San Diego Padres’ main focus has been revamping the starting rotation this offseason. But the start of Spring Training is less than a month away, and their efforts should turn to upgrading the backup catcher position. Campusano is not the answer Currently, Luis Campusano is the lone option behind starter Freddy Fermin. The Padres […]
Good Morning San Diego: Reunion with Padres allows Bud Black, Wil Myers to have second chance to achieve ultimate goal with organization
Bud Black and Wil Myers returned to the San Diego Padres organization last week and each will serve a role in helping the Padres reach the ultimate goal of winning a World Series. Black will serve in a front office role and Myers will serve in a coaching role at the lower levels of the […]
Good Morning San Diego: Gavin Sheets could have bigger role in ‘26; Jackson Merrill should be commended for his commitment
Gavin Sheets was given the opportunity to make the San Diego Padres roster in Spring Training last season, and he took full advantage of it. He quickly become a fan favorite and chants of “Holy Sheets!” could be heard throughout Petco Park during his at-bats. Sheets even earned himself the nickname “Dairy Bonds” thanks some […]
The Padres’ unicorn
When the San Diego Padres drafted Jackson Merrill in the first round of the 2021 MLB draft there was a great story told about the scouting of Merrill by Padres general manager and president of baseball operations A.J. Preller. That story was retold when Merrill signed his contract extension in 2025. Preller, in an attempt […]
Oblique injury casts doubt on Sung-Mun Song’s Padres debut
The San Diego Padres received disheartening news about their top free agent signee, Sung-Mun Song, who suffered an oblique injury that could sideline him for approximately four weeks. The injury occurred during a recent offseason batting practice session. Oblique muscles are essential to excel in baseball Oblique injuries are quite serious, as they impair a […]
Good Morning San Diego: Mike Shildt told people close to him in middle of 2025 season he was considering pivot at end of year
Former San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt was quoted at length in a story by Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post. Shildt tries to articulate why he walked away from his managerial job in San Diego and why it seemed that he so quickly transitioned into his new role in the Baltimore Orioles organization. Bob […]
Randy Vasquez needs to continue progression in 2026
Randy Vasquez has seen a steady increase of work since he started his career with the New York Yankees in 2023. He appeared in 11 games as a rookie and made five starts for the Yankees and finished the season with a record of 2-2. Vasquez closed the season with a 2.87 ERA and allowed […]
Good Morning San Diego: Sung-Mun Song suffers injury; fans not satisfied with Padres’ offseason
The San Diego Padres have not made many additions to their big league roster this offseason and now one of the additions they did make will miss four weeks with an injury. Korean infielder Sung-Mun Song was signed by the Padres and was expected to compete for an infield utility role that would allow him […]
Padres Reacts Survey Results: San Diego fans disappointed heading into final weeks of offseason
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Padres fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. First things first… most, if not all, San Diego Padres fans were happy the team was able to […]
Padres’ Sung-Mun Song has an oblique strain
San Diego Padres infielder Sung-Mun Song is reportedly on his way to Arizona to prepare for the start of Spring Training with his new team. That training will initially be medical care and rehab after it was reported on Yonhap News that Song has an oblique strain after a batting practice session. Jeeho Yo of […]
Good Morning San Diego: New manager Craig Stammen gets in-house confidant; Padres sign multiple international prospects
The San Diego Padres have had a relatively quiet offseason, especially when it comes to addressing the needs on their roster. However, the Padres did make some news Thursday when they hired former club members Bud Black and Wil Myers. Thomas Conroy of Gaslamp Ball sees the hiring of Black as a positive for San […]
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