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The San Diego Padres bench needs an upgrade, and the first order of business is finding a backup catcher: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres need to upgrade backup catcher position
Luis Campusano may not be the answer for the 2026 season.
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January 27, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Injuries can spoil an athlete's career trajectory. The Friar Faithful may have to wait to see Sung-mun Song's San Diego Padres debut: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Oblique injury casts doubt on Sung-Mun Song’s Padres debut
Friars could miss infield depth for the start of the 2026 season.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:40 PM
The San Diego Padres are welcoming back an old friend to the organization. The hope is that Bud Black becomes a trusted mentor of the new team manager, Craig Stammen: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Former Padres manager Bud Black joins front office as advisor…to Craig Stammen?
The Padres hired another trusted voice to assist with Stammen’s transition.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Jackson Merrill is a rising star in baseball today. Injuries and inconsistent play derailed him last season. In 2026, the success of the San Diego Padres is dependent on Merrill taking the next step: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres need Jackson Merrill to take next step in 2026
The Friars expect more offensive production their young star this season.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Starting pitching is at a premium in baseball today. The San Diego Padres have plans for JP Sears in 2026. His performance in spring training will dictate whether he is in the rotation or bullpen: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
What are Padres’ plans for JP Sears?
The Friars are looking for starting pitching depth.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:08 PM
The San Diego Padres are known for recognizing pitching talent and developing them into quality relievers. This year's name to watch is Bradgley Rodriguez: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Bradgley Rodriguez could be next Padres prospect to bullpen mainstay
Friars looking for bullpen depth in 2026.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:37 PM
@SergioMQuintero tweeted
Who’s most likely to be signed by the #Padres?

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January 9, 2026 at 3:36 AM
Jose Miranda was once a top prospect for the Minnesota Twins, but he struggled to meet expectations. The San Diego Padres offer him a new opportunity to reach his potential: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres offer new chapter for Jose Miranda
Friars looking to add corner infield depth.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:20 PM
New year, new opportunity for an LH reliever who can throw 100+ MPH in games. Here is the story of D.J. Snelten: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Who is D.J. Snelten, and why did the Padres sign him?
Friars looking to add depth to the bullpen
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January 1, 2026 at 7:32 PM
That Kershaw fellow sure grew on me over the course of his career and was 24-11 against #MyPadres, although 1-2 in his last 5. #FriarFaithful
December 31, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Sometimes, you take a chance on potential and disregard the actual production numbers. The San Diego Padres need to take a flyer on Jhonkensy Noel: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres need to take flyer on Jhonkensy Noel
Friars looking to add more power to the lineup.
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December 29, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Reunions are popular this holiday season. Let's have one more with Luis Arraez returning to the San Diego Padres: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Do not dismiss Padres, Arraez reunion just yet
Friar Faithful hope La Regadera returns to San Diego
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December 24, 2025 at 5:42 PM
The re-signing of Michael King was important for the San Diego Padres' success in 2026. But adding Triston McKenzie could provide much-needed starting pitching depth: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres take low-risk option on ex-Guardian pitching phenom
Triston McKenzie hoping to make a comeback with the Friars.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:22 PM
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen has finalized his 2026 coaching staff. Let's take a closer look at who is on the staff and what their role will be for next season in the final part of a two-part series: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres Craig Stammen adds familiar faces to coaching staff
The Friars finalize the staff with three hires.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:12 PM
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen has finalized his 2026 coaching staff. Let's take a closer look at who is on the staff and what their role will be for next season in a two-part series: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres Craig Stammen adds two familiar faces to his coaching staff
Knorr and Souza Jr. hope to make an impact in the 2026 season.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:49 PM
It should not come as a surprise that the San Diego Padres named Mason Miller as their closer for the 2026 season: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres confirm Mason Miller to remain in bullpen in 2026
Miller is viewed as one of the top closers in baseball.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
If it becomes too expensive for the San Diego Padres to sign a free agent starting pitcher, the trade market offers several options: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
The trade market offers Padres several starting pitching options
The Friars could have a busy week at the MLB winter Meetings.
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December 7, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Does the Cody Ponce signing with the Toronto Blue Jays change the San Diego Padres' approach to the free agent starting pitching market: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres bracing for financial shift in SP free agent market from Ponce’s record-setting deal
The MLB Winter Meetings begin Sunday in Orlando, it could be a busy four days.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The San Diego Padres have an opportunity to extend Michael King's time in town that keeps him a fixture at the top of the starting rotation: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres may not need to break the bank to re-sign Michael King
Injuries may negate a big payday for the right-hander.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
📍 Petco Park – San Diego, CA
📸 Photo circa 2004
🏟 Home of the San Diego Padres
📅 Opened: 2004
👥 Capacity: 40,209
🏖 Early look at the ballpark before the original left-field sandbox play area was relocated.

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November 20, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Padres legend Randy Jones passes away at 75
Friar Faithful mourning loss of fan favorite
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November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The San Diego Padres have been active this offseason. Choosing a bench coach will be the franchise's next big hire: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
The Padres’ next big hire: Craig Stammen’s bench coach
San Diego must look to add experience with the hire
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November 18, 2025 at 8:38 PM
The San Diego Padres are up for sale. How did we get to this point, and what factors must a potential buyer take into consideration before agreeing to a deal? : www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
What to know about the potential sale of the Padres
A decision may not occur until after the 2026 season
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November 15, 2025 at 5:41 PM
This week, the San Diego Padres introduced their new manager, Craig Stammen, to the Friar Faithful. Now, let's discuss the challenges that face him in 2026: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres hire Craig Stammen: What challenges does he face in 2026?
Unexpected choice by the Friars.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:56 PM
The San Diego Padres need to balance their lineup, and the catcher position offers a bonafide left-handed bat: www.gaslampball.com/gaslamp-ball... #Padres #MLBHotStove #FriarFaithful #PadresBaseball
Padres need to add left-handed hitter
Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman could be atop the Friars’ wish list.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:06 PM