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MLB March 29

After a breakout rookie year, rising star Jackson Merrill hopes a World Series title is next

Entering his second year in the big leagues, Jackson Merrill is ready to turn the page.

Mookie Betts February 20

What are the 10 biggest contracts in MLB history?

With Juan Soto agreeing to his record deal with the Mets, these are the top 10 biggest contracts signed in MLB history.

Manny Machado February 10

Alex Bregman isn't the first MLB All-Star whose free agency went to February

Alex Bregman remains a free agent, but he's not the first All-Star whose free agency dragged into February. Here are 10 other notable names.

NHL December 19

Biggest contracts in North American team sports: Juan Soto tops select list of $300M players

Several NFL players make more than $1 million per game, while the highest-paid NBA players are approaching that figure. But most of the top overall contracts belong to baseball players.

Los Angeles Dodgers October 12

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts admits using Manny Machado drama as a 'diversion' for his team

A day after the Dodgers' 10-2 loss to the Padres, Dave Roberts called out Manny Machado for throwing a ball at him "with something behind it." It was all part of a plan.

MLB October 7

Dodgers' Dave Roberts says it's 'unsettling' Manny Machado seemed to throw ball at him

Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts says it was “bothersome" that a ball San Diego third baseman Manny Machado threw into the Dodgers dugout seemed intended for him during the Padres’ 10-2 win in Game 2 of their NL Division Series

MLB Postseason October 7

Manny Machado rips Dodgers' Jack Flaherty, says pitcher hit Padres teammate on purpose

San Diego Padres star Manny Machado called out Los Angeles Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty, who he believes hit Fernando Tatis Jr. with a pitch on purpose.

San Diego Padres September 25

Padres turn triple play to end game, clinch playoff berth: 'It's shocking'

The San Diego Padres shocked the baseball world on Tuesday night when they won their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers and clinched a spot in the postseason.

San Diego Padres July 6

Overzealous Padres fan tackled by security trying to get a selfie with Manny Machado after walk-off homer

A San Diego Padres fan was tackled by security at Petco Park on Friday night after storming the field to try and get a selfie with Manny Machado after his walk-off homer to win the game.

Los Angeles Dodgers March 20, 2024

Dodgers rally in 8th for win after grounder goes through Padres infielder's glove

An unlucky error cost the San Diego Padres the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers to start the MLB season's opening Seoul Series on Wednesday.

San Diego Padres August 27, 2023

Padres’ Manny Machado destroys coolers in dugout meltdown vs Brewers

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado took his out frustrations with an at-bat on some coolers in a dugout meltdown that sums up how the season has been going for the team.

San Diego Padres April 4, 2023

Padres' Manny Machado ejected for arguing pitch timer violation that resulted in strikeout

The San Diego Padres' Manny Machado was ejected in the first inning Tuesday for arguing a pitch clock violation that resulted in a strikeout.

San Diego Padres February 26, 2023

Padres, Manny Machado finalizing massive contract extension: reports

All-Star slugger Manny Machado is staying in San Diego for the foreseeable future after reports on Sunday indicate the two parties are finalizing a massive contract extension.

MLB February 24, 2023

Padres' Manny Machado becomes first victim of MLB's new pitch clock

Major League Baseball spring training is underway, and so are the new rules in the sport, including a pitch clock. Well, it's going to take the San Diego Padres' Manny Machado some getting used to.

Manny Machado February 17, 2023

Padres' Manny Machado says he will opt out of contract; third baseman has five years, $150M left on deal

Manny Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million deal with the San Diego Padres in February 2019, but the contract gives the third baseman the right to opt out of the agreement once the 2023 season concludes, which he indicated Friday he will do.

MLB November 17, 2022

Cardinals' Paul Goldschmidt named 2022 NL MVP

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt was voted the National League Most Valuable Player for the 2022 MLB season Thursday. He finished second in 2013.

MLB Postseason October 15, 2022

Underdog Padres take Game 3 of NLDS, lead Dodgers 2-1

Padres pitcher Blake Snell gave up five hits over six innings. Trent Grisham knocked in a homer in front of a sellout crowd. San Diego beat the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS.

San Diego Padres October 13, 2022

Padres take Game 2 over Dodgers behind Manny Machado, Jake Cronenworth homers

Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth led the San Diego Padres' offense, as they took Game 2 from the Los Angeles Dodgers, 5-3, in the NLDS.

MLB Postseason October 9, 2022

Padres eliminate Mets in do-or-die Game 3 behind Joe Musgrove's stellar start

The San Diego Padres rallied behind Joe Musgrove's stellar start, as the offense capitalized on New York Mets mistakes to advance to the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

San Diego Padres August 11, 2022

Padres offense erupts in victory over Giants

The Padres offense has awoken from its slumber the last two games and lead the team to victory over the Giants. Brandon Drury hit the go-ahead home run in the sixth inning.

San Diego Padres August 10, 2022

Manny Machado hits walk-off home run to propel Padres over Giants

The Padres hold off the Giants comeback in the ninth behind Manny Machado's walk-off three-run home run to snap their five-game losing streak.

San Diego Padres August 8, 2022

Padres star has no concerns following sweep by Dodgers: 'I’m f---ing Manny Machado'

Manny Machado struggled against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the San Diego Padres star was still not expressing any worries about how the team was going to fare the rest of the season.

San Diego Padres August 4, 2022

Padres blowout Rockies behind trade deadline acquisition Brandon Drury's grand slam

The Padres new deadline acquisitions lead the way in victory over the Rockies as Brandon Drury hits a grand slam and Juan Soto got a hit and walked twice.

MLB May 8, 2022

Jorge Alfaro mashes pinch-hit 3-run homer in 9th for Padres win

Jorge Alfaro hit a pinch-hit three-run home run with two outs in the ninth to give the San Diego Padres a 3-2 win Sunday against his former team, the Miami Marlins.

MLB May 6, 2022

Manny Machado's two homers lift Padres to win vs Marlins

Manny Machado seemed as happy to see brother-in-law Yonder Alonso as he did with hitting two home runs.

MLB April 20, 2022

Manny Machado, Joe Musgrove help Padres hand Reds 8th straight loss

Tommy Pham hit a solo homer with two outs in the first inning Tuesday night, just as he did in Monday night's series opener between Cincinnati and San Diego.

MLB April 15, 2022

Joe Musgrove, Manny Machado lead Padres to win over Braves

Joe Musgrove had been nervous about Thursday night ever since manager Bob Melvin told the big right-hander during spring training that he was going to start the home opener for his hometown Padres.

MLB October 3, 2021

Giants beat Padres, win NL West title on season's final day

Logan Webb secured his spot in Giants lore with far more than his dominance on the mound. He swung for the fences and sent San Francisco to an NL West title at last, without needing to wait for the rival Dodgers' result on the season's final day.

MLB October 2, 2021

Giants clinch at least tie in NL West, match team wins mark

The San Francisco Giants couldn't celebrate a division title yet — not with the rival Dodgers still going win for win in the NL West race.

MLB September 26, 2021

Soler, Braves win 10-8 in 10 innings to eliminate Padres

Jorge Soler hit a go-ahead double with one out in the 10th inning for his fourth RBI, and the Atlanta Braves won 10-8 on Saturday night to keep their 1 1/2-game lead in the NL East while eliminating the San Diego Padres from playoff contention.