Torrid NL West is baseball's hottest division race with Dodgers, Padres and Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks are in the midst of a stretch that most big-league clubs can only dream about, winners of six straight games, 20 of 25 since the All-Star break and 30 of 40 since late June.
Gunnar Henderson becomes youngest player to hit 10 homers before May 1 as Orioles defeat Yankees 2-0
Gunnar Henderson led off the first inning with a homer to become the youngest player in major league history with 10 home runs before May 1 and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the New York Yankees 2-0 in the opener of a four-game series.
AP study: Nine MLB teams cut payroll this winter, and the average salary is up just 1.5%
San Diego cut payroll by $96 million in the past year, the New York Mets by $50 million and the Los Angeles Angels by $49 million, among nine teams that slashed spending in a tepid free-agent market that sparked player unrest.
Yamamoto chased after 1st inning of debut as Padres beat Dodgers 15-11 for 2-game South Korea split
Yoshinobu Yamamoto was chased after one inning of a nightmarish major league debut and the San Diego Padres outlasted the Dodgers 15-11 after Los Angeles fired Shohei Ohtaniโs interpreter following allegations of illegal gambling.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasts 1 inning in Dodgers debut, gives up 5 runs to Padres
Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasted just one inning in his Los Angeles Dodgersโ debut after signing a record $325 million, 12-year contract, giving up five runs to the San Diego Padres.
MLB errors are on track to set a record low for the 3rd year in row
There were just 2,459 errors entering the final weekend of the regular season, on track to finish as the fewest in a non-shortened year since 1960 when there were just 16 teams.
Padres push back against reports there's a lack of leadership in a dysfunctional franchise
Less than a year after a stirring run to the NL Championship Series, the high-priced, underperforming San Diego Padres are defending themselves against reports there is a lack of clubhouse leadership within a dysfunctional organization.
Padres owner Peter Seidler had a medical procedure and won't be at the ballpark again this season
San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler underwent an unspecified medical procedure last month and is "on the road to recoveryโ according to a statement posted on the teamโs account on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Juan Soto hits a 3-run homer in the ninth, and Padres rally to stun weary Dodgers 11-8
Juan Soto hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the ninth inning, and the San Diego Padres rallied from an early five-run deficit for an 11-8 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Yastrzemski splashes 3-run HR into McCovey Cove in the 10th as the Giants rally past the Padres 7-4
Mike Yastrzemski splashed a game-ending three-run homer into McCovey Cove in the 10th inning, and the San Francisco Giants rallied past the San Diego Padres 7-4 for their season-best eighth straight victory.
Machado leads 11-HR Mexico City slugfest, Padres top Giants
Manny Machado put San Diego ahead in the seventh inning with his second homer and the 11th of the night, and the San Diego Padres outslugged the San Francisco Giants 16-11 in Major League Baseballโs first game in Mexico City.
AP exclusive: MLB average salary up 11% year after lockout
The average Major League Baseball salary was up 11.1% to a record $4.9 million to start this season, the biggest jump for the sport since 2001, according to a study by The Associated Press.
AP source: Machado, Padres agree to new $350M, 11-year deal
A person with knowledge of the deal says All-Star slugger Manny Machado has agreed to a new $350 million, 11-year contract that will keep him with the San Diego Padres through 2033.
MLB GMs weigh bigger bets in Las Vegas than those at tables
In the hallways and meeting rooms of Resorts World, baseball general managers are starting to weigh bigger bets than the wagers placed on tables and machines in the casino downstairs.
Drury, Padres rally to beat Nola, Phillies 8-5, tie NLCS 1-1
Brandon Drury hit a go-ahead, two-run single during a five-run rally in the fifth inning and the San Diego Padres stunned Aaron Nola and the Philadelphia Phillies 8-5 to tie their all-wild card NL Championship Series at one game apiece.
Padres' bats go silent against Phillies in NLCS opener
Juan Soto, Manny Machado and unlikely star Trent Grisham went silent for the San Diego Padres, giving the Petco Park faithful little to get loud about in the cityโs first NL Championship Series since 1998.
Harper, Schwarber HR as Wheeler, Phils top Pads to open NLCS
Bryce Harper homered again, Kyle Schwarber hit a jaw-dropping, 488-foot drive and Zack Wheeler was brilliant in throwing one-hit ball for seven innings to lead the Philadelphia Phillies over the San Diego Padres 2-0 in the opening game of the all-wild card NL Championship Series.
Cronenworth, Padres rally to stun Dodgers 5-3 to reach NLCS
Jake Cronenworth hit a tiebreaking, two-run single with two outs in the seventh inning and the San Diego Padres rallied past the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 to advance to the NL Championship Series for the first time since 1998.
Snell: Dodgers-Padres NLDS at Petco Park should be 'insane'
The atmosphere at Petco Park will be absolutely electric when Blake Snell and the Padres face Tony Gonsolin and the rival Los Angeles Dodgers in the first playoff game at San Diego's downtown ballpark with fans in the stands in 16 years.
Padres pull out 5-3 victory over Dodgers, tie NLDS 1-all
Manny Machado homered early and added an RBI double off Clayton Kershaw, and Jurickson Profar singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning as the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 to even their NL Division Series at a game apiece.
Umps check Padres pitcher Musgrove's ears for sticky stuff
Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove had his ears searched by an umpire for illegal sticky substances at the behest of Mets manager Buck Showalter in the sixth inning of San Diegoโs 6-0 win in the decisive Game 3 of their NL wild-card series.
Mets stars shine, NY saves season with 7-3 win over Padres
Pete Alonso launched a tiebreaking homer and Jacob deGrom pitched well enough to help save the New York Metsโ season with a 7-3 victory over the San Diego Padres that evened their wild-card playoff series at one game apiece.
Padres clinch NL wild-card spot during 2-1 loss to White Sox
The San Diego Padres are going back to the playoffs for the first time in a full season since 2006, a spot that they clinched during the seventh inning of a 2-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox.
Freeman has RBI single in 10th, gives Dodgers 107th win
Freddie Freeman singled in Mookie Betts with one out in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 1-0 to set the franchise single-season record with their 107th win.
Manny Machado hits 31st homer, Padres beat Rockies, 13-6
Manny Machado and Brandon Drury hit back-to-back home runs in a five-run eighth inning, Wil Myers also went deep, and the San Diego Padres beat Colorado 13-6 in the Rockiesโ final home game of the season.
Donovan's grand slam carries Cardinals over Padres 5-4
Brendan Donovan hit a grand slam in the seventh inning to lead Albert Pujols and the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-4 victory against the San Diego Padres, snapping a three-game losing streak.
Blocking the plate call on review helps Nats top Padres 4-3
San Diego and new slugger Juan Soto repeatedly failed to come through in the clutch against his former club, and the last-place Washington Nationals beat the wild-card-chasing Padres 4-3.
Drury, Nola homer in big rally, Padres beat Giants 13-7
Brandon Drury hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the sixth and Austin Nolaโs two-run homer capped a seven-run rally that carried the San Diego Padres to a wild 13-7 win against the San Francisco Giants.
Machado's 3-run homer gives Padres dramatic win over Giants
Manny Machado hit a game-ending, three-run homer and Juan Soto connected for his first long ball with the San Diego Padres, who overcame a blown save by Josh Hader to beat the San Francisco Giants 7-4.
Gonsolin, Dodgers 4-hit revamped Padres in 8-1 win
Tony Gonsolin pitched five scoreless innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers threw a four-hitter against the San Diego Padresโ supercharged lineup, winning 8-1 after honoring Vin Scully.
Kershaw to start All-Star Game for NL, McClanahan for AL
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw will start for the National League on Tuesday night in the first All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium since 1980, and Tampa Bayโs Shane McClanahan will be on the mound for the American League.
Trout, Ohtani, Betts, Turner to start All-Star Game in LA
Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels were elected Friday to start in the July 19 All-Star Game along with outfielders Mookie Betts and Trea Turner of the host Dodgers.
Padres rally for 4 in 9th, beat Dodgers 4-2 to avoid sweep
Jake Cronenworth lined a single off closer Craig Kimbrelโs back that sparked a four-run rally in the ninth inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 to avoid a four-game sweep.
LEADING OFF: Astros vs Yanks, Musgrove returns to face Phils
American League powerhouses square off when Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees host Yordan รlvarez and the Houston Astros in the opener of a highly anticipated four-game series Thursday night.
LEADING OFF: Padres optimistic Machado won't need IL stint
Manny Machado was out of the lineup a day after spraining his left ankle, but Padres acting manager Ryan Flaherty is optimistic the All-Star third baseman wonโt need to go on the injured list.
Machado out of Padres lineup, not on IL with sprained ankle
San Diego Padres All-Star slugger Manny Machado wasnโt in the lineup a day after spraining his left ankle and acting manager Ryan Flaherty was optimistic his former teammate wonโt need to go on the injured list.
Padres star Machado sprains ankle, Rockies complete sweep
San Diego star third baseman Manny Machado sprained his left ankle while taking a tumble running out a grounder and the Colorado Rockies completed a three-game sweep, beating the Padres 8-3.
Padres star Machado takes tumble, exits with injured leg
San Diego Padres star Manny Machado has exited a game at Colorado after injuring his left leg while taking a tumble at first base trying to beat out an infield grounder.
LEADING OFF: MLB investigates Anderson-Donaldson incident
Chicago White Sox star Tim Anderson has accused Yankees slugger Josh Donaldson of making a racist remark during Saturdayโs game and Major League Baseball is looking into the incident.
Profar: SF fans `worst in league' after ball, bottle thrown
Fans in San Francisco threw at least one baseball and a beer bottle onto the field Friday night in the direction of San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar, who called the crowd at Giants games โthe worst in the league.โ.
Ozuna, Riley spur 4-run rally in 8th, Braves top Padres
Marcell Ozuna homered and Austin Riley hit a tiebreaking double during a four-run rally in the eighth inning that lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 victory over the San Diego Padres.
A-Rod's nephew Dunand HR in debut; Marlins end skid, top SD
Joe Dunand, the nephew of Alex Rodriguez, homered on the third pitch he saw as a big leaguer and then doubled as the Miami Marlins beat the San Diego Padres 8-0 to end a six-game losing streak.
Clevinger impressive, Padres edge Guardians 5-4 in DH opener
Mike Clevinger had an impressive first start since undergoing elbow surgery in 2020, and Manny Machado hit a two-run home as the San Diego Padres beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-4 in the first game of a doubleheader.
Musgrove, Machado lead Padres to 12-1 win over Braves
Joe Musgrove pitched 6 2/3 brilliant innings for his hometown Padres against defending World Series champion Atlanta, Manny Machado homered for his career-high fifth hit and rookie C.
AP exclusive: MLB average salary up 5.9% after lockout
The average salary in the major leagues rebounded to $4.4 million on opening day, boosted by a frenzy of free agent signings before and after the 99-day lockout, according to a study of baseball contracts by The Associated Press.
Twin win: Rogers gets save, brother loss as Pads top Giants
Manny Machadoโs RBI groundout in the seventh inning put San Diego ahead, Austin Nola hit his first home run of the season and the Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 4-2.
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LEADING OFF: La Russa & Baker, Red Sox vs Rays as ALDS begin
Two septuagenarians will be on the bench when 77-year-old Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa and the Chicago White Sox face the Houston Astros and 72-year-old skipper Dusty Baker in their playoff opener Thursday.
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Giants beat Padres, win NL West title on season's final day
The San Francisco Giants finally won the NL West without needing to wait for the rival Dodgers' result on the seasonโs final day, pounding the San Diego Padres 11-4 for a franchise-record 107th victory to top the 1904 New York team.