Padres acquire RHP Dylan Cease from White Sox
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have acquired right-handed pitcher Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for right-handers Steven Wilson, Drew Thorpe and Jairo Iriarte, and outfielder Samuel Zavala, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. Cease, 28, set a career high
Padres Season Ticket Memberships Have Sold Out
SAN DIEGO – Thanks to our faithful fans, the Padres have set a new franchise record for season ticket memberships, eclipsing the previous mark set in 2023, and Memberships for the 2024 season have now sold out. Beginning today, all remaining tickets for the 2024 season will be available on
Padres Announce Ludacris to Perform at Third Annual Dinner on the Diamond presented by Sycuan Casino Resort
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres and Padres Foundation announced today that rapper Ludacris will perform his chart-topping hits on stage at the Third Annual Dinner on the Diamond presented by Sycuan Casino Resort. This unforgettable evening will take place at Petco Park on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at
Chris Stapleton at Petco Park: Know Before You Go
Chris Stapleton is performing at Petco Park tomorrow, March 2nd, as part of his “All American Road Show” with special guests Turnpike Troubadours and Elle King. This marks the first of the venue’s record-tying seven stadium shows on the Petco Park Concert Lineup in 2024 (also, 2022). Please see below
Padres sign Jurickson Profar to one-year contract
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have signed infielder/outfielder Jurickson Profar to a one-year contract through the 2024 season, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. Profar, 30, split the 2023 season between the Colorado Rockies and Padres, batting a combined .242 (111-for-459) with 27
Padres announce roster for inaugural San Diego Celebrity Softball Game
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced the celebrity roster that will participate in the club’s inaugural San Diego Celebrity Softball Game as part of the 2024 Padres FanFest presented by SeatGeek. The game, scheduled for 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, will take place on the playing
Padres announce 2024 spring broadcast schedule
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced their broadcast schedule for 2024 Spring Training presented by Southwest Airlines, featuring 25 preseason games that will be available to fans via television, radio or webcast. Padres.TV, the re-branded, direct-to-consumer streaming option for all home and away Padres games (excluding National
Padres sign Wandy Peralta to a four-year contract
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have signed left-handed reliever Wandy Peralta (WAHN-dee) to a four-year contract through the 2027 season, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. The agreement includes three player options, allowing Peralta to either opt-out or extend the contract after each
Padres to Host Celebration of Life for Peter Seidler
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced plans to honor their beloved former Chairman and Owner, Peter Seidler, with a celebration of life ceremony at Petco Park on Saturday, March 23 at 1:00 p.m. PT. The team will also wear a “PS” jersey patch in Seidler’s memory during
Padres Announce Details For 2024 FanFest Presented By SeatGeek
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced details for their 2024 FanFest presented by SeatGeek taking place on Sunday, March 24, at Petco Park from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. featuring scheduled appearances by Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Xander Bogaerts, Joe Musgrove, Yu Darvish, Mike Shildt and
Padres Make Donation to Flood Relief Efforts
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres and the Padres Foundation have made a $25,000 donation to the San Diego Foundation’s (SDF) San Diego Flood Response Fund to assist in flood relief efforts following last week’s devastating storm in San Diego. “Our community is suffering from damage and loss caused
Padres announce non-roster invites to Major League Spring Training
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres announced today they have extended Major League Spring Training invitations to 32 players.
- RHP (12): Lake Bachar, Ryan Bergert, Drew Carlton, Yovanny Cruz, Matt Festa, Nick Hernandez, Kevin Kopps, Moises Lugo, Adam Mazur, Tommy Nance, Drew Thorpe, Nolan Watson
- LHP (5):
Padres announce 2024 giveaway, promotional and theme game schedule
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced their 2024 promotional schedule including giveaways, theme games, and events every homestand. Single-game tickets for 2024 regular season home games go on sale Tuesday, February 6 at 10:00 a.m. PST by visiting www.padres.com. Season Ticket Members have priority access to tickets
Padres sign infielder Leodalis De Vries to start international signing period
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have opened the 2024 International Signing Period with the signing of infielder Leodalis De Vries, President of Baseball Operations & General Manager A.J. Preller and Vice President of Amateur & International Scouting Chris Kemp announced today. De Vries, 17, is widely considered the
Padres sign Woo-Suk Go to a two-year contract
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have signed right-handed reliever Woo-Suk Go (OOO-suck-go) to a two-year contract with a mutual option for 2026, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. In 44 relief appearances for the 2023 Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) Champion LG Twins last
Padres announce 2024 Major League coaching staff
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres today announced the members of Manager Mike Shildt’s coaching staff for the 2024 campaign.
- Ruben Niebla – Pitching Coach
- Ben Fritz – Bullpen Coach
- Tim Leiper – Third Base Coach, Infield & Base Running Instructor
- David Macias – First
PADRES SIGN YUKI MATSUI TO FIVE-YEAR CONTRACT
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have signed left-handed reliever Yuki Matsui to a five-year contract, President of Baseball Operations & General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. Matsui began pitching in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) at 18 years old and recorded 236 saves in 501 career appearances, all with
Petco Park earns safety act certification
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres and Petco Park have received a Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies (SAFETY) Act certification by the United States Department of Homeland Security, becoming the fifth team in Major League Baseball to earn the distinction. After receiving a SAFETY Act designation in August
PADRES ACQUIRE OF DREW CAMPBELL FROM BRAVES
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have acquired outfielder Drew Campbell from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for designated hitter/infielder Matt Carpenter, left-handed pitcher Ray Kerr and cash considerations, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. Cambell, 26, batted .254 (69-for-272) in 2023 for Double-A
Padres acquire five players in trade with New York Yankees
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have acquired right-handed pitchers Michael King, Jhony Brito, Randy Vásquez and Drew Thorpe and catcher Kyle Higashioka from the New York Yankees for outfielders Juan Soto and Trent Grisham, President of Baseball Operations & General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. King, 28, posted
Padres and SDG&E sponsor surprise bike distribution as part of Holiday Giving Tour
SAN DIEGO – The Padres Holiday Giving Tour presented by Gallagher continues Tuesday, December 5 as members of the organization will participate in a surprise bike distribution in conjunction with Bikes for Kids Foundation and the team’s Going to Bat for San Diego partnership with San Diego Gas & Electric
Padres announce plans to honor Peter Seidler
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres, in conjunction with the Seidler family, today announced plans to honor Peter Seidler and his legacy throughout the 2024 season and beyond. The Padres will wear a patch on their jerseys during the 2024 season to honor Peter. The patch design and location
Padres Hire Mike Shildt As Manager
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with Mike Shildt on a two-year contract to become their new manager, President of Baseball Operations & General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. “Mike is a proven winner as a manager at the Major League level, and he brings
Padres Holiday Giving Tour presented by Gallagher set to return in 2023
SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Padres today announced the return of their annual Holiday Tour (presented by Gallagher) as part of their holiday tradition. Throughout the following weeks, the Padres will support various organizations and have an impact on underserved communities throughout the San Diego and Baja region. Padres
Padres acquire De Los Santos from Guardians
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have acquired right-handed pitcher Enyel De Los Santos from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for right-hander Scott Barlow, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller announced today. De Los Santos, 27, set career-highs in appearances (70), innings pitched (65.2), holds (16),