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San Diego Padres “Next man up” philosophy is working to perfection

Tyler Wade is next up to replace Jackson Merrill in the lineup. The San Diego Padres lost Jackson Merrill to a hamstring strain that will keep him out of the lineup indefinitely.

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

Padres Injured Center Fielder Hoping to Be Activated Off IL As Soon As Eligible

The San Diego Padres lost two center fielders to injury in a matter of days. Jackson Merrill and Brandon Lockridge are both on the injured list with hamstring strains.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 17

Padres' offense walking tall into matchup with scuffling Astros

Fernando Tatis Jr. has roared out of the gate and is playing at an MVP level, while Jackson Merrill, Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth each have an adjusted OPS above 150.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Fernando Tatis Jr.’s hot start explained by Padres’ Mike Shildt

Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres are one of the contenders in the NL West this season. This year, San Diego is off to another hot start, and their shortstop is a big reason why, along with an improved Manny Machado.

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

Padres Superstar Plans to Debut in 2026 World Baseball Classic

The San Diego Padres are already off to a 15-4 start to the year and furthering the divide between themselves and a mortal MLB team. As they are a team built for October and eyeing to get the ever elusive World Series trophy, superstar Fernando Tatis Jr.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 17

Padres Notes: Friars Make Trade, Top Prospect Hit in Head, Jackson Merrill Could Miss More Time Than Expected

The San Diego Padres got back into the win column after they beat the Chicago Cubs, 4-2, to win the series and improve to 15-4. Additionally, the Friars made a trade to get some more outfield depth in a time that they need it the most.

San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Padres tie franchise record that will have fans dreaming of a World Series

The San Diego Padres’ 2025 campaign is off to a historic start — one that has fans daring to dream big. With Wednesday’s 4-2 win over the Cubs at Petco Park, the Padres improved to 15-4, matching the best 19-game start in franchise history — a mark last set in 1998, the year San Diego reached its most recent World Series.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 16

Stars deliver big hits as Padres take series from Cubs

Manny Machado recorded a pair of two-out RBIs and Fernando Tatis Jr. also had two RBIs, lifting the host San Diego Padres to a 4-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday afternoon.

Jackson Merrill News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 16

Padres’ Jackson Merrill May Be Out Longer Than Expected Based on Latest Development

The San Diego Padres have been without Jackson Merrill since April 7 as what was originally just an off day to get more rest to treat his hamstring tightness turned into an injured list stint.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Padres trade C Brett Sullivan to Pirates for OF Bryce Johnson

Neither player was on a 40-man roster at the time of the deal and they won’t immediately take roster spots with their new clubs.

Padres place Brandon Lockridge on IL due to hamstring strain

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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 16

How the Padres rounded out their starting rotation

Nick Pivetta and Kyle Hart step in Prior to the start of spring training, the Padres had their top three starters—Michael King, Dylan Cease and Yu Darvish—with Randy Vasquez and Matt Waldron available for the back end.

MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 16

Game 19: Chicago Cubs at San Diego Padres

Your game thread for April 16, 2025. Location: Petco Park, San Diego, CA Watch: Padres TV Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.

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

Padres Will Play International Game Against NL West Rival in 2026

The San Diego Padres will reportedly play a two-game series against the Arizona Diamonbacks in Mexico City in 2026. The two teams were scheduled to play the first MLB regular season game in Mexico City in April 2020.

Dylan Cease News / Gaslamp Ball / April 16

Padres fans cannot panic over Dylan Cease’s struggles

The Padres top pitcher has been the lone blemish to the team’s hot start. The San Diego Padres have received high praise for their hot start to the 2025 season.

Bryan Hoeing News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 16

Padres Key Reliever Taking Step Toward Return to Join Lights Out Bullpen

The San Diego Padres are inching closer to the return of relief pitcher Bryan Hoeing. The right-hander has been on the injured list with shoulder tightness to open the 2025 season.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Padres Manager Reveals Reason for Outstanding Start

The San Diego Padres have easily been the best team in baseball throughout the first couple weeks of the 2025 season. Entering play on Tuesday, the Padres have a league-leading 14 wins.

Dylan Cease News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Padres Receive $200 Million Dylan Cease Update

The San Diego Padres are off to an amazing start in 2025, currently sporting a 14-3 record, which is the most wins of any MLB team and sit atop the NL West with the San Fransico Giants (12-4) in second and Los Angeles Dodgers in third (12-6).

Luis Arraez News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Padres’ $14 Million All-Star Turns Heads With Rare Home Run

The San Diego Padres have had an absolutely spectacular start to the 2025 MLB season. At the time of this writing, they sport an excellent 14-3 record and are at the top of the NL West standings.

Fernando Tatis Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. teases World Baseball Classic debut

After troubles with injuries and a PED suspension earlier in his career, Fernando Tatis Jr. is once again one of the top young players in baseball, and he anticipates making his World Baseball Classic debut in 2026 with the Dominican Republic, even though it is not official at the moment.