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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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The San Diego Padres have a long history of signing top international prospects. Catcher Ethan Salas signed in 2023, and shortstop Leo De Vries signed in 2024. Top reliever Adrian Morejon was a 2016 signee, part of the biggest and most expensive Padres amateur class. The 2026 signing window opened Jan. 15 and closes on […]
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The Friar Faithful were caught off guard with the announcement of former San Diego Padres manager Bud Black joining the front office as an advisor. The hire provides an additional voice for Craig Stammen as he prepares to transition from a front office executive to a field manager. Black’s resume is impressive His resume is […]
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The 2026 international signing period opened Thursday and the San Diego Padres wasted little time, signing three players from Baseball America’s top-100 prospects list according to Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune. The top signee for San Diego is Cuban shortstop Joniel Hernandez. Reports have stated Hernandez, who is just 16 years old, projects […]
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The San Diego Padres are reuniting with two former members of the organization. It was reported Wednesday that former manager Bud Black and former All-Star Wil Myers are joining the front office. Black is going to be a senior advisor to baseball operations and Myers will be a special assignment coach in the player development […]
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On Wednesday, the San Diego Padres announced that former manager Bud Black and former player Wil Myers have both been hired into front office positions within the organization. Black will serve as a senior advisor to baseball operations while Myers will be a special assignment coach in the player development department. Bud Black served as […]
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The San Diego Padres announced a new cocktail lounge and limited menu restaurant will open Friday, Jan. 16 at the former site of City Tacos in the Simon Levi Building. The early 1900s-era building is a restored warehouse on the edge of Gallagher Square and owned by the Padres. Located at 323 7th Ave., adjacent […]
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Bryan Hoeing came to the San Diego Padres at the trade deadline in the 2024 season. He was not the focus of the trade as Tanner Scott also joined the Padres in the same deal, but his versatility and potential made him a player not to be overlooked. Cheri Bell of Gaslamp Ball looks at […]
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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 has been a quiet offseason around Major League Baseball. There have been short bursts of […]
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The San Diego Padres acquired right-handed pitcher Bryan Hoeing, along with Tanner Scott, in a trade with the Miami Marlins on July 30, 2024 as part of the trade deadline acquisitions that would help the Padres push toward the postseason. Hoeing, 29, was drafted by Miami in 2019 and made his MLB debut in the […]
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A silver lining for the San Diego Padres has been the rapid rise of Jackson Merrill through their minor league system. He went from a promising prospect to a top-of-the-order run-producer in 2024. The rookie centerfielder became a legitimate force in the Padres’ lineup. Merrill batted .292 with 24 HR and 90 RBI in 156 […]
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Freddy Fermin came to the San Diego Padres from the Kansas City Royals at the trade deadline last season. He was the backup to Salvador Perez in Kansas City but immediately took over and upgraded the catching position in San Diego. The Padres gave the Royals starting pitchers Ryan Bergert and Stephen Kolek, which was […]
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