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Padres tab Michael King for Opening Day start vs. Braves

The San Diego Padres named right-hander Michael King as their Opening Day starter against the visiting Atlanta Braves on March 27. King was chosen for the assignments over fellow right-handers Dylan Cease and Yu Darvish.

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Phillies named as team Padres are scouting amid Dylan Cease trade buzz

Trade rumors have been running rampant regarding San Diego Padres pitcher Dylan Cease with Opening Day right around the corner. Although there is speculation that a deal will come to fruition, word around the league is multiple teams are potentially interested in the 29-year-old pitcher, including the Philadelphia Phillies.

Stephen Kolek News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 17

Padres Insider Reveals Favorite for 5th Starter Competition

For the last few weeks, San Diego Padres right-hander Stephen Kolek has made the transition from the bullpen to the rotation this spring. According to Padres insider AJ Cassavell, Kolek's hard work in camp will pay dividends for the 27-year-old.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / March 17

Arm 'fatigue' forces Padres RHP Yu Darvish to pause preparation

San Diego Padres staff ace Yu Darvish paused preparation for the upcoming season and might not be available for his first start of the season. Padres manager

Matt Waldron News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 17

Padres Manager Provides Unfortunate Update on Matt Waldron's Injury

Matt Waldron felt like something was wrong so he shut down his warmup in the bullpen before it was his turn to start the San Diego Padres' Cactus League game Friday night.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / March 17

Spring Training Game: Milwaukee Brewers at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for March 17, 2025. Location: Peoria Stadium, Peoria, AZ Watch: Padres TV Listen: Brewers MLB Audio Projected starter: Wes Benjamin Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / March 17

Why Mike Shildt chose Michael King as Padres Opening Day starter

The competition for the Opening Day start was fierce within the Padres clubhouse, with King edging out Dylan Cease and Yu Darvish to earn the honor.

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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / March 17

Spring training update: Padres roster fight continues

Michael King starts opening day The San Diego Padres have one week left in the Cactus League season. With six games left to play, multiple roster spots are still open and the competition is fierce.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 17

Padres Announce New Rivalry With AL West Team, With Winner Getting Trophy

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and diehard Chicago Cubs fan Eddie Vedder has officially partnered with Major League Baseball, bringing the Vedder Cup to life.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 17

Padres Notes: Yu Darvish Setback, Seidler Addresses Relocation, Dylan Cease Trade Rumors

The San Diego Padres provided some unfortunate news regarding potential Opening Day starter Yu Darvish, putting his spot on the mound to start the season in jeopardy.

Manny Machado News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Padres' Manny Machado Wants to Finish Career as MLB Hall of Famer

The San Diego Padres are led by a superstar with Hall of Fame intentions. When that kind of guidance is at the helm, it is a recipe for greatness. Fans

San Diego Padres News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Surging Slugger Could Give Padres Lineup a Power Boost

With Spring Training winding down and Opening Day fast approaching, teams are finalizing their rosters. The San Diego Padres are no exception. This spring has been filled with intense roster battles, and manager Mike Shildt and his staff are gaining a clearer picture of which bats will round out the lineup.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Nearly 10 Teams Have Shown Trade Interest in Padres' $108 Million Ace

The San Diego Padres have one of the most popular players on the trade market this spring in Dylan Cease. Up to nine teams have inquired about the right-hander, including a handful of American League teams, per MLB insider Jon Heyman.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Padres New Control Person Addresses Relocation, Goals for Future

Like the changing of the guard, John Seidler replaced his brother, Peter Sielder, as the San Diego Padres chairman on Wednesday. But even with a new chairman,

Yu Darvish News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Padres’ Yu Darvish Suffers Setback Putting Opening Day Start in Jeopardy

The San Diego Padres are delaying starting pitcher Yu Darvish's next bullpen due to "fatigue," per the San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee. While it is solely deemed precautionary, this minor setback appears to put Darvish's potential Opening Day start in jeopardy.

Mike Shildt News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Padres Manager Mike Shildt Provides Major Update on 5th Starter Competition

The San Diego Padres starting rotation remains incomplete with Opening Day quickly approaching. The Friars have four starters, but are searching for one more pitcher to slot into the back end of the rotation.

Dylan Cease News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 16

Padres Extending Ace Would Cost $210 Million, Says Insider

The San Diego Padres have one of the most effective pitchers in Major League Baseball: Dylan Cease. The right-hander went 14-11 with an ERA of 3.47 in his inaugural season with the Padres.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15

Padres righty suffers oblique strain, may begin season on IL

Right-hander Matt Waldron sustained a mild oblique strain Friday.

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San Diego Padres News / LWOSports.com / March 14

2025 San Diego Padres O/U: Win Total Why the Padres Will Hit the Over

According to FanDuel, the San Diego Padres have a win total projection of 85.5 wins. You could argue both sides of the spectrum when it comes to the NL West franchise, but the Padres will hit over the win total this season.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 13

Padres receiving plenty of interest on veteran starting pitcher

A pre-Opening Day trade still seems highly unlikely — despite the interest.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

3 San Diego Padres bold predictions for 2025 MLB season

The San Diego Padres enter the 2025 MLB season with plenty of uncertainty but no shortage of potential. They’ve retained their core, added key reinforcements, and maintained the aggressive mindset that has made them a consistent contender.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Fatal flaw San Diego Padres must address for 2025 MLB season

The San Diego Padres enter the 2025 season with plenty of talent, but significant concerns that could derail their playoff aspirations. The biggest and most pressing issue looming over the franchise isn’t just a lack of depth or roster holes—it’s ownership instability.

Jackson Merrill News / Last Word On Sports / March 12