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Scherzer's 'productive' season ends: Max Scherzer and the D-Backs fell to the Padres on Friday night at Chase Field, 4-0.
Gonzalez day-to-day with tight hamstring: An inning after sparking a four-run go-ahead rally, Rockies leadoff man and leftfielder Carlos Gonzalez left Tuesday's series opener against the Padres with tightness in his left hamstring.
Tuesday baseball roundup: NATIONAL LEAGUE: Cubs 7, Brewers 2 — Derrek Lee hit his 35th homer and drove in two runs to set a new career best with 109 RBIs, leading visiting Chicago past Milwaukee. Rockies 11, Padres 10 — Brad Hawpe hit a three-run home run and Clint B...
Limping Pirates blanked again by San Diego, 4-0: The Pirates, fielding a lineup even weaker than usual, were shut out for a 15th time, 4-0, by the San Diego Padres this afternoon before 24,028 at PNC Park.
Pujols secures fifth 40-homer season: Albert Pujols hit his 40th home run on Sunday, a solo shot to right field in the fourth inning of the Cardinals' finale against the Padres.
Smoltz fans nine in dominant debut: John Smoltz, making his Cardinals debut, pitched five outstanding innings in a 5-2 win over the Padres at PETCO Park on Sunday.
Around the Majors: 8/24/09: Cardinals 5, Padres 2: John Smoltz had a brilliant debut with St. Louis
'The old John' Smoltz wins for Cardinals: John Smoltz had a brilliant debut with the St. Louis Cardinals, striking out a season-high nine - including seven straight - and holding the Padres to three hits over five scoreless innings in a 5-2 victory yesterday in San Diego.
Buzz: Pujols issues a warning: Albert Pujols has a warning for the Padres after what he thinks is a cheap shot. See what revenge he has in mind in The Buzz.
Major feat in Minors: Two no-nos: The Minor Leagues experienced a major rarity and big-league excitement Tuesday when two no-hitters were thrown on the same night. In Triple-A action, the Colorado Springs Sky Sox had four pitchers combine for nine hitless frames in a 5-0 win at Oklahoma City. And in Single-A ball, Padres prospect Simon Castro led the Fort Wayne TinCaps with a seven-inning no-no.
Blanks, Gonzalez team up for Carrillo: Kyle Blanks hit an inside-the-park homer, Adrian Gonzalez belted his 33rd shot of the season and Kevin Kouzmanoff added three hits as the Padres toppled the Cubs, 6-3, on Tuesday.
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TWIB to honor Padres' all-time team: With the San Diego Padres celebrating their 40th Major League season this year, FOX's This Week in Baseball will take on the fun and challenging task of creating the club's all-time team in this week's episode airing this Saturday at 3 p.m. ET.
Lilly says he's ready for Monday start: Ted Lilly threw five scoreless innings Wednesday night in a rehab start at Class A Peoria, giving up two hits and one walk. If he passes all the tests, the left-hander, will start Monday against the San Diego Padres.
Peavy deal gives Padres future flexibility: The recent trade to the White Sox of pitcher Jake Peavy -- and the remaining $48 million guaranteed on his contract -- will ultimately result in a higher payroll and could lead the Padres to be more active in the free-agent market.
Slow rehab leads Padres to release pitcher Mark Prior: The San Diego Padres have released right-hander Mark Prior, whose once-promising career has been interrupted by two shoulder ...
Epstein hasn’t been bashful about being bold: As the Red Sox were slipping further behind the Yankees in the divisional race while today’s trading deadline drew nearer, the chorus from their ever-fretful faithful was growing louder: Gotta make a deal. For Roy Halladay, the Blue Jays ace? Adrian Gonzalez, the Padres slugger? Victor Martinez, the Indians catcher/first baseman? Any or all of the above?
Padres release Prior after slow rehab: The San Diego Padres have released right-hander Mark Prior, whose once-promising career has been interrupted by two shoulder surgeries since April 2007.
San Diego Padres release Mark Prior after lack of improvement: The San Diego Padres have released right-hander Mark Prior, whose once-promising career has been interrupted by two shoulder surgeries since April 2007.
Padres activate C Blanco and INF Eckstein: The San Diego Padres activated catcher Henry Blanco and infielder David Eckstein off the disabled list before the second game of their series against the Reds.
Padres activate C Blanco and INF Eckstein: The San Diego Padres activated catcher Henry Blanco and infielder David Eckstein off the disabled list before the second game of their series against the Reds.
Major League leader Marquis wins 12th: The Rockies scored four runs in the sixth inning to run away with a 6-1 victory on Sunday against the Padres at PETCO Park, as Jason Marquis took the big league lead in victories with 12.
Meredith comes to O's in deal for Salazar: The Orioles made a move to bolster their bullpen on Sunday by acquiring reliever Cla Meredith from the Padres in exchange for infielder Oscar Salazar.
E. Gonzalez hit in head before Headley, Padres top Rockies: Chase Headley had a pinch-hit homer in the seventh, lifting the concerned San Diego Padres to a 3-1 win over the Colorado Rockies ...
Padres deal RHP Meredith for O's INF Salazar: The San Diego Padres have acquired infielder Oscar Salazar from the Baltimore Orioles for right-handed pitcher Cla Meredith.
Padres'Edgar Gonzalez in hospital after beaning: Padres second baseman Edgar Gonzalez remained hospitalized Sunday with dizziness after he was he was hit in the head by a 93 mph pitch Saturday night.
Padres have come so far down so fast: Two years ago the Padres were riding high. Now they're cellar dwellers and can't deal their high-priced talent, Tracy Ringolsby says.
Rockies net 10-spot in offensive barrage: Rockies right-handed pitcher Aaron Cook tied his career high by striking out eight Thursday en route to a Colorado 10-1 series-opening victory over the Padres at PETCO Park.
Cook leads Rockies to 10-1 win over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Aaron Cook pitched six solid innings, Clint Barmes hit a three-run homer and Seth Smith added a two-run shot to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 10-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night....
Peavy's ankle taken out of protective boot: San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy had his right ankle removed from a protective boot Thursday and will begin a rehabilitation program.
Padres' Bell acting like 'kid at Toys 'R' Us': Logistical nightmares aside, San Diego Padres closer Heath Bell is making it a point to relish his first All-Star Game experience.
D-Backs top Padres for 4th straight: The Diamondbacks remained undefeated since Reynolds' rant with a 4-3 win over the Padres.
Loney's homer lifts Dodgers in 13 innings: All-Star pitchers Chad Billingsley and Jonathan Broxton couldn't protect a five-run lead in the ninth inning Sunday, but James Loney led off the 13th inning with a home run and the Dodgers beat the Padres anyway, 7-6.
Deal for Hairston gives A's flexibility: The A's added a much-needed bat on Sunday when they acquired outfielder Scott Hairston from the Padres in exchange for Minor League right-handers Ryan Webb and Craig Italiano, in addition to a player to be named.
Unheralded Adrian Gonzalez is using heavy bat as calling card: San Diego Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez and his wife, Betsy, are arm in arm, strolling through the lobby of Phoenix's ...
Loney delivers: Homers in 13th to lift Dodgers over Padres: James Loney led off the 13th inning with a homer to give the Los Angeles Dodgers a 7-6 win Sunday over the San Diego Padres. ...
Padres send Hairston to A's for minor leaguers: The San Diego Padres have traded outfielder Scott Hairston to the Oakland Athletics for two minor league pitchers and a player to be named.
Padres send Hairston to A's for minor leaguers: The San Diego Padres have traded outfielder Scott Hairston to the Oakland Athletics for two minor league pitchers and a player to be named. The Padres announced the deal after losing to the Dodgers 7-6 in 13 innings Sunday. The Athletics sent right-handers...
Ramirez hitless in return as L.A. drops Padres 6-3: Returning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, the Los Angeles slugger barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Oswalt goes distance to top Padres: Roy Oswalt continued his dominance of San Diego by pitching the Astros to their fourth win in five games in a 3-1 win over the Padres on Monday night at PETCO Park.
MLB.com to broadcast Friars in-market: The groundbreaking rollout of in-market online live viewing opportunities in Major League Baseball continued on Monday with the announcement that San Diego Padres games will be streamed for fans in that region starting on July 16.
Peavy set for checkup, MRI on Tuesday: Padres ace Jake Peavy hopes to hear good news Tuesday when doctors temporarily remove the clunky walking boot he's been sporting for the past two weeks.
In-market Padres games follow Yankees with web broadcasts: The San Diego Padres are following the New York Yankees onto the Internet with live local-market video broadcasts.
Oswalt tosses complete game as Astros beat Padres: Roy Oswalt threw a complete game, giving up just two hits, as the Astros defeated the San Diego Padres 3-1 at Petco Park Monday night.
Gaudin dominates in Friars' one-hit win: Chad Gaudin silenced the Rangers' bats long enough for the Padres to win, 2-0, on Sunday at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.
Gaudin's 8 shutout IP lead Padres over Rangers: ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Chad Gaudin allowed one hit over eight scoreless innings and Scott Hairston snapped an 0-for-17 slide with a homer for San Diego as the Padres won their first series in a month with a 2-0 victory Sunday night over the stumbling Texas Rangers....
Padres outfielder Giles lands on DL: San Diego Padres outfielder Brain Giles was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday because of a right knee contusion.
Utterly Utley: Chase Utley is just trying to relax. The Phillies defeated San Diego a few hours ago, and Utley is talking quietly with a teammate at a rooftop lounge next to Petco Park. Someone told them it would be quiet here, a good place for conversation, but the roof is stuffed with baseball fans, young men in Padres and Phillies jerseys shouting over techno music.
A's prevail despite Outman's injury: Tightness in the left shoulder of Oakland pitcher Josh Outman prompted his exit Friday after just 1 2/3 innings, but the A's perservered for a 7-5 victory over the Padres at PETCO Park.
Cabrera's 2-run double lifts A's to 7-5 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Orlando Cabrera doubled in two runs in the eighth inning to lift the Oakland Athletics to a 7-5 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night....
Namesakes face off: The A's Edgar Gonzalez isn't just on friendly terms with the Padres' Gonzalez brothers - their father, David, calls Edgar Gonzalez his "other son." The A's right-hander wound up in an Edgar Gonzalez showdown in the third and fifth, retiring his namesake both...
Oakland overcomes its mirror image: Perhaps this isn't what the A's had in mind, but as it turns out, they're remarkably similar to the Padres. Their records are identical, their offenses meager, their pitching inexperienced, and they even have players with the same name. So it made sense that...
A's Outman leaves game with tightness in left arm: Oakland A's rookie pitcher Josh Outman left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres in the second inning with tightness in his left arm.
Blanks to be added to Padres roster: Kyle Blanks, considered the Padres' top prospect, is on his way to PETCO Park. Blanks, a first baseman and outfielder with Triple-A Portland, is expected to have his contract purchased by the Padres on Friday when he will be added to the 40-man roster.
Kouzma-walk-off: Padres win in 10: Kevin Kouzmanoff's 10th-inning RBI single snapped the Padres' 13-game Interleague losing streak for a 4-3 win over the Mariners on Thursday. Adrian Gonzalez, who scored the winning run, was 4-for-4 and also hit the game-tying home run.
Padres stop record Interleague skid: With a losing Interleague record that includes a record current 13-game loss streak, the Padres are searching for answers and coming up with multiple theories about why their American League counterparts give them trouble.
MLB Notebook: San Diego loses second ace: Chris Young will be placed on the 15-day disabled list today because of inflammation in his right shoulder, meaning the top two pitchers for the struggling San Diego Padres will be out of action.
Gonzalez's 4 hits lead Padres past Mariners 4-3: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez matched his career high with four hits, including a home run, and scored the winning run with two outs in the 10th inning as the San Diego Padres beat the Seattle Mariners 4-3 Thursday to end their major league-record interleague losing streak at 13....
Gwynn looks like pop in initial month: For now, Tony Gwynn will do nothing different at the plate, which makes sense considering that he carried a .338 batting average in his first 20 games with the Padres.
Correia cruises on short rest for Friars: Kevin Correia, pitching on three days' rest, was on his game for six innings as he retired the final 15 batters he faced and helped lead the Padres to a 3-1 win over the Dodgers on Wednesday.
Ethier leads power surge for Dodgers: The Los Angeles Dodgers slugged four home runs Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium en route to a 6-4 win over the San Diego Padres.
Padres take five-tool prospect at No. 3: The Padres used the third pick in the First-Year Player Draft on two-sport standout Donavan Tate from Cartersville, Ga., who was widely regarded as the top high-school player in the Draft.
Padres proud of local son going No. 1: The San Diego Padres sat in the visiting clubhouse at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday afternoon and watched as a favorite local son moved one step closer to becoming their Major League peer, as Stephen Strasburg of San Diego State was drafted No. 1 by the Washington Nationals.
Dodgers homer four times to beat Padres 6-4: LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Andre Ethier homered his first two times up, Matt Kemp hit a go-ahead shot, and Orlando Hudson also went deep against Chris Young to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 6-4 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Nats draft fireballer Strasburg at No. 1 (AP):
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Now comes the hard part for the Washington Nationals. When they selected pitcher Stephen Strasburg with the top pick in baseball's amateur draft Tuesday night, it wasn't a surprise. If they manage to sign him quickly, it will be. Considered one of the most talented prospects in the event's 45-year history, Strasburg boasts a blazing fastball that's been clocked at 102 mph -- and some...
Ethier's 2 HRs lift Dodgers past Padres (AP):
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Andre Ethier isn't worried where he'll be in the lineup when Manny Ramirez comes back from his suspension. On a day that Ramirez showed up to talk to his teammates, Ethier homered his first two times up to continue his hot hitting and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 on Tuesday night.
Peavy pitches past pain to lift Padres: Pitching through pain from lingering ankle tendinitis, Jake Peavy struck out eight in seven innings to lead the Padres to a 6-3 win and series split against the D-backs at PETCO Park.
Friars eye sluggers with ties to UNC: With the No. 3 pick in the Draft, the Padres plan to consider UNC first baseman-outfielder Dustin Ackley if available, and also have interest in outfielder Donavan Tate, a Tar Heels recruit.
Reynolds' homer helps D'backs win 18-inning marathon vs. Padres: Mark Reynolds hit a three-run homer off infielder Josh Wilson with two outs in the 18th inning, sending the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday in the longest major league game this season.
Interest in draft picks up: Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein first sat in a draft room more than a decade ago with the San Diego Padres, and he marvels at how much has changed since then. Back then, he might wait for a fax and view a player's college statistics for the first time the day before the draft.
Schlereth struggles in D-Backs' loss: A disastrous sixth inning doomed the D-Backs in a 6-4 loss to the Padres on Saturday night.
Around the majors: 6/8/09: Diamondbacks 9, Padres 6: Mark Reynolds hit a three-run homer off infielder Josh Wilson with two outs in the 18th, sending visiting Arizona past San Diego in the longest major league game this
Let's play 2: D'backs win in 18th: SAN DIEGO - Mark Reynolds hit a three-run homer off infielder Josh Wilson with two outs in the 18th inning, sending the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-6 win over the San Diego Padres in the longest major league game this season.
Reynolds homers off infielder as D'backs win in 18 innings: Mark Reynolds hit a three-run homer off infielder Josh Wilson with two outs in the 18th inning, sending the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-6 win over the host San Diego Padres yesterday in the longest major league game this season.
Davis wins first in 5 weeks, D'Backs beat Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Doug Davis pitched three-hit ball over six innings to win for the first time in more than five weeks, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-0 on Friday night....
D-backs run away in fifth to shut out Padres: Doug Davis pitched three-hit ball over six innings to win for the first time in more than five weeks, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-0 on Friday night.
Howard leads Phils to 6th straight win; Romero returns to the mound: Ryan Howard hit a two-run homer off Chris Young and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres 5-1 Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.
What's up: Padres coach Glenn Hoffman: What's happening with San Diego Padres third-base coach Glenn Hoffman.
Peavy leaves after first inning with flu: Padres ace Jake Peavy left Tuesday's start after allowing four runs on three hits and two walks in the first inning. The club announced that it was a viral upper respiratory infection -- and not his troublesome right ankle -- that caused him to leave.
Ibanez's 5 RBIs key Phillies' 10-5 win over Pads: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Raul Ibanez homered twice and drove in five runs, and left-hander Antonio Bastardo won his major league debut as the Philadelphia Phillies jumped on ailing Padres ace Jake Peavy in a 10-5 win on Tuesday night....
Ibanez's 5 RBIs key Phillies' 10-5 win over Pads: Raul Ibanez homered twice and drove in five runs, and left-hander Antonio Bastardo won his major league debut as the Philadelphia Phillies jumped on ailing Padres ace Jake Peavy in a 10-5 win on Tuesday night.
Howard, Utley hit consecutive HRs, power Phillies past Padres: Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit consecutive home runs in the fifth inning and Philadelphia beat Adrian Gonzalez and the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Monday night, the Phillies' fourth straight win.
Howard, Utley hit consecutive HRs to lead Phillies: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit consecutive home runs in the fifth inning and Philadelphia beat Adrian Gonzalez and the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Monday night, the Phillies' fourth straight win....
Howard, Utley hit consecutive HRs to lead Phillies: Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit consecutive home runs in the fifth inning and Philadelphia beat Adrian Gonzalez and the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Monday night, the Phillies' fourth straight win.
Phillies Notebook: Calculating how Peavy would fit in with Phillies: SAN DIEGO - With his tender ankle still undergoing treatment and a looming start occupying his undivided attention, Padres righthander Jake Peavy said through a team spokesman yesterday that he would not discuss his trade availability with Philadelphia reporters until after he pitches tonight against the Phillies.
Utley, Howard hammer Padres for Phillies' win: Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit consecutive home runs in the fifth inning and Philadelphia beat Adrian Gonzalez and the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Monday night, the Phillies' fourth straight win.
Phils end Padres' home win streak at 10 (AP):
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The back-to-back home runs allowed by Joe Blanton didn't hurt as much as the ones Kevin Correia gave up. Chase Utley and Ryan Howard hit consecutive home runs off Correia in the fifth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Adrian Gonzalez and the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Monday night for their fourth straight win.
Black enjoys Friars' crisp victory: Chad Gaudin took a shutout into the seventh inning and Adrian Gonzalez hit his Major League-leading 20th home run as the Padres defeated the Rockies, 5-2, at Coors Field on Sunday.
The Inside Pitch: Atkins came through for Rockies: Garrett Atkins came through with a two-out, game-tying single in the bottom of the ninth and then raced home from first base as the Rockies rallied to beat the Padres 8-7 in Denver.
Gonzalez's MLB-leading 20th homer lifts Padres: Adrian Gonzalez hit his major-league leading 20th home run, Chad Gaudin struck out a season-high nine and the San Diego Padres beat the Colorado Rockies 5-2 on Sunday.
Gonzalez's ML-best 20th HR lifts Padres (AP):
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Adrian Gonzalez may be on a torrid home run pace, but even he isn't that impressed with his totals. "I'll see where the numbers are at the end of the year because May means nothing," he said. Gonzalez hit his major-league leading 20th home run, Chad Gaudin struck out a season-high nine and the San Diego Padres beat the Colorado Rockies 5-2 on Sunday.
Rox walk off with win over Padres: Rockies third baseman Garrett Atkins had been struggling all season, but he delivered against the Padres in Saturday night's 8-7 comeback win at Coors Field in front of 32,064.
Marquis sharp as Rockies win first game in post-Hurdle era: A new skipper rekindled the Colorado Rockies. Jason Marquis pitched eight sharp innings, making Jim Tracy's debut as the Rockies manager a success in a 3-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Hot string turning Padres into believers: The Padres have surprised many by winning 11 of their past 12 after having not fared well the few weeks before that. Is this team just on an early hot streak, or has it turned around its last-place 2008 season and become a legitimate contender?
Peavy pitches through ankle tendinitis: Behind the pitching of Jake Peavy and an Adrian Gonzalez two-run, first-inning homer, the Padres defeated the D-backs, 8-5, at Chase Field on Wednesday night.
Peavy's agent comments on Philly: If the Phillies decide they need starting pitching help before the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline, the hottest name available would be San Diego Padres right-hander Jake Peavy. But would Peavy play in Philadelphia?
Gonzalez's 18th home run leads Padres past D'backs: Adrian Gonzalez hit his majors-leading 18th home run and drove in three runs, and the San Diego Padres defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-5 on Wednesday night for their 11th win in 12 games.
Gonzalez leads Padres to 8-5 victory over DBacks: PHOENIX (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez hit his majors-leading 18th home run and drove in three runs, and the San Diego Padres defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-5 on Wednesday night for their 11th win in 12 games....
Bullpen struggles continue in loss: The shaky D-Backs' bullpen again helped sink the team in an 8-5 loss to the Padres.
D-backs escape with win over Padres: Max Scherzer hurt the Padres on the mound and at the plate as he led the D-backs to a 6-5 win Tuesday night at Chase Field.
Diamondbacks end Padres' 10-game winning streak: Max Scherzer struck out 10 and drove in two runs, Chris Young made a leaping catch at the fence for the final out and the Arizona Diamondbacks held off San Diego 6-5 on Tuesday night to snap the Padres' 10-game winning streak.
D-Backs' bullpen sweats out win: The D-Backs avoided back-to-back blown games with a 6-5 victory over the Padres.
Inside Pitch: Padres lose; Greinke goes the distance: A day after rallying from a six-run deficit, the Padres nearly did it again but lost to the Diamondbacks 6-5 to end a 10-game winning streak. Arizona built a 6-0 lead as Max Scherzer struck out 10 and drove in two runs. But San Diego scored four in the eighth and had two on in the ninth when Chris Young ended the game with a leaping grab on a drive to center by Kevin Kouzmanoff.
Padres'Adrian Gonzalez scratched with flu: First baseman Adrian Gonzalez was scratched from the San Diego Padres'game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night with flulike symptoms.
Royals manager Hillman suspended for 1 game: Max Scherzer struck out 10 and drove in two runs, Chris Young made a leaping catch at the fence for the final out and the Arizona Diamondbacks held off San Diego 6-5 on Tuesday night to snap the Padres' 10-game winning streak.
Now, Padres search for road consistency: Before defeating D-backs on Monday, the Padres had not won a game on the road since April 28, a streak of 11 losses. They're hoping to ride their 10-game overall win streak to turn around their record away from home.
Black, Hundley tossed in win vs. D-backs: Padres manager Bud Black and catcher Nick Hundley were thrown out of Monday's game against the D-backs, the first time all season San Diego has had anyone ejected.
D-Backs can't slow down Padres: D-Backs blow 7-1 lead; San Diego wins 9-7 in 10, the Padres' 10th straight win.
D-Backs can't slow down Padres: D-Backs blow 7-1 lead; San Diego wins 9-7 in 10, the Padres' 10th straight win.
Baseball roundup: Reds 8, Astros 5: NL ROUNDUP Reds 8, Astros 5 — Jonny Gomes had three RBIs and host Cincinnati made the most of three Houston errors, scoring eight unearned runs. Padres 9, Diamondbacks 7 — Chase Headley hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning as visiting San Di...
Offense invisible in 6-1 loss for the Mariners: First baseman Adrian Gonzalez was scratched from the San Diego Padres'game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night with flulike symptoms.
Hundley, Black ejected after arguing forceout play: San Diego catcher Nick Hundley and manager Bud Black were ejected in the bottom of the sixth inning of the Padres'game at Arizona on Monday.
Padres are running with efficiency: In the same breath on Sunday, manager Bud Black said that the Padres lacked team speed but also that everyone has a green light on the bases.
Young leads Padres to ninth straight win: Chris Young allowed two runs over seven innings and drove in a pair on Sunday as the Padres ran their winning streak to nine games.
Kouzmanoff's 4 RBI cap Padres' perfect homestand: Kevin Kouzmanoff homered and had four RBI to lead San Diego to a 7-2 win over the punchless Chicago Cubs on Sunday, capping the Padres' first 9-0 homestand.
Up next: Red-hot San Diego Padres: The Padres have the lowest-scoring offense (3.70 runs per game) in the National League.
Still a Padre, Peavy downs Cubs: A day after Jake Peavy nixed a potential trade, he tossed six scoreless innings and struck out 10 on Friday as the Padres defeated the Cubs, 4-0, at PETCO Park.
Peavy strikes out 10 as Padres beat Cubs for 7th straight win: Jake Peavy struck out 10 a day after vetoing a trade to the White Sox, and the San Diego Padres beat Carlos Zambrano and the ...
After vetoing trade, Peavy shuts down Cubs 4-0: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jake Peavy struck out 10 a day after vetoing a trade to the White Sox, and the San Diego Padres beat Carlos Zambrano and the Chicago Cubs 4-0 Friday night to extend their winning streak to a season-high seven games....
Peavy: Padres are right team, 'right now': SAN DIEGO (AP) -- A day after vetoing a trade to the Chicago White Sox, San Diego ace Jake Peavy reiterated that staying with the Padres is the right thing to do "right now."...
Peavy: Padres are right team,'right now': A day after vetoing a trade to the Chicago White Sox, San Diego ace Jake Peavy reiterated that staying with the Padres is the right thing to do"right now."
Zambrano comes off DL; Harden goes on: Chicago Cubs right-hander Carlos Zambrano came off the 15-day disabled list on Friday in time to start against the San Diego Padres.
Adrian Beltre's slow start at the plate for Mariners hurts trade value in more ways than one: A day after vetoing a trade to the Chicago White Sox, San Diego ace Jake Peavy reiterated that staying with the Padres is the right thing to do"right now."
Peavy's 10 K's help Padres shut out Cubs: Jake Peavy struck out 10 a day after vetoing a trade to the White Sox, and the San Diego Padres beat Carlos Zambrano and the Chicago Cubs 4-0 Friday night to extend their winning streak to a season-high seven games.
Peavy Ks 10, Padres win seventh straight (AP):
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One day after he vetoed a trade to the White Sox, Jake Peavy burned the other Chicago team as well. Peavy struck out 10 and the San Diego Padres beat Carlos Zambrano and the Chicago Cubs 4-0 Friday night to extend their winning streak to a season-high seven games. "These last 48 hours have been different for me, certainly, than anything I've ever experienced," Peavy said.
Cubs activate Zambrano ... place Harden on DL: Chicago Cubs right-hander Carlos Zambrano came off the 15-day disabled list on Friday in time to start against the San Diego Padres.
Peavy rejects trade to White Sox: Padres ace Jake Peavy used his no-trade clause to block a trade that would have sent the righty to the White Sox."Right now, this is the best place for me and my family,"Peavy said.
Gwynn relishes role in game-winning rally: Scott Hairston singled in Tony Gwynn Jr. with the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning Thursday as the Padres defeated the Giants, 3-2, at PETCO Park.
Tony Gwynn Jr. dealt to San Diego by Milwaukee: The San Diego Padres have acquired outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr. in a trade that sent outfielder Jody Gerut to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Padres' Peavy nixes trade to White Sox: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres.
Baseball Notebook: Padres'Peavy rejects trade to White Sox: Pitcher Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres. Peavy turned down a trade to the Chicago White Sox, choosing yesterday to remain in the National League.
Padres'Peavy rejects trade to White Sox:
Padres right-hander Jake Peavy turned down a trade to the White Sox Thursday, refusing to waive his no-trade clause.
MLB Notebook | Padres'Jake Peavy says no to trade: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres, turning down on Thursday a trade to the Chicago White Sox. The Padres and White Sox had...
Padres ace Peavy turns down trade to White Sox: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres.
Padres' Peavy turns down trade to White Sox: CHICAGO - Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres.The ace pitcher turned down a trade to the Chicago White Sox, choosing yesterday to remain with his longtime team.
Peavy invokes no-trade, rejects White Sox deal: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres.The ace pitcher turned down a trade to the Chicago White Sox, choosing Thursday to remain with his longtime team. The Padres and White Sox had reached an agreement, but needed the 2007 Cy Young Award winner to waive his no-trade clause. "As of right now, this is the best place for us to be. We made that decision for the time being," Peavy said before Thursday night's game against San Francisco. "It's been a crazy 24 hours," he said.
Padres, White Sox agree; deal up to Peavy: The Padres and White Sox have agreed on the terms of a potential trade that would send All-Star right-hander Jake Peavy to Chicago, two sources told MLB.com on Thursday, and the ball is now in Peavy's court.
Frustrated Greene a bench player for now: Khalil Greene's 2008 season with the San Diego Padres ended in July when he punched a dugout wall, breaking his left hand.
Still waiting for the real Felix Hernandez to become staff ace of the Mariners: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres, turning down on Thursday a trade to the Chicago White Sox. The Padres and White Sox had...
Behind two homers, Young tops Giants: Scott Hairston and Nick Hundley homered in the first and second innings, and that was all the Padres needed in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Giants. Chris Young allowed a run in six innings.
Hairston, Hundley homer in Padres' 2-1 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Barry Zito's first complete game since 2003 was spoiled by home runs by Scott Hairston and Nick Hundley, which carried the San Diego Padres to a 2-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night....
Mariners sign former Brewers lefty slugger Brad Nelson to minor league deal: Jake Peavy is staying with the San Diego Padres.
Hundley homers in 16th to give Padres 6-5 win: Nick Hundley homered with two outs in the 16th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 6-5 win Saturday night over the Cincinnati Reds in the longest game in the majors this season.
Cubs double their fun in sweep: Reed Johnson and Bobby Scales each hit two-run doubles to highlight a six-run fifth, and Scales added another in a four-run sixth to lift the Cubs to an 11-3 victory over the San Diego Padres and complete a sweep.
Scout's honor: Padres' Bracey loves being part of game: Ken Bracey has done nearly all of it since joining the San Diego Padres in their inaugural season of 1969. The 71-year-old has been a scout, area scout, national cross-checker, minor league manager and now major league scout.
Mighty Theriot belts two dingers in win: Alfonso Soriano and Ryan Theriot hit back-to-back homers leading off the first, and Theriot added another in the fourth to set a career high and power the Cubs to a 6-4 rain-interrupted victory over the San Diego Padres.
Rodriguez headed to DL with ankle sprain: Losing shortstop Luis Rodriguez to a sprained left ankle compounds the woes of Padres manager Bud Black. Rodriguez turned his ankle after rounding the first-base bag on a single in the seventh inning Wednesday night and had to be helped off the field.
Padres'Rodriguez sprains ankle: Luis Rodriguez left the San Diego Padres'game against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night after spraining his left ankle in the seventh inning.
Oswalt gets win No. 1 as Astros complete sweep: Miguel Tejada and Carlos Lee combined to drive in eight runs as the Astros completed a three-game sweep and gave Roy Oswalt his first win of the season with a 12-5 victory over the Padres.
Padres'Eckstein leaves with bruised rib: San Diego Padres second baseman David Eckstein left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros in the fifth inning with a bruised left rib.
Zito shines as Giants walk off winners: Pinch-hitter Bengie Molina's ground-rule double with two outs in Wednesday's 10th inning drove in the afternoon's lone run as the Giants beat the San Diego Padres with a 1-0 decision.
Phillies Notebook: Phillies closer Lidge relieved to find flaw in delivery: Brad Lidge doesn't watch a lot of videotape. But recently he has turned to the technology to get a better understanding of his early season struggles, which culminated in an 8-5 loss to the Padres Saturday in which he allowed four runs and was charged with his first blown save in more than a year.
Giants win on Molina's pinch hit in 10th (AP):
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Bengie Molina expected to have the day off, so San Francisco's veteran catcher didn't bother taking pregame batting practice. He didn't need it. Molina's pinch-hit double with two outs in the 10th inning drove in Andres Torres to give the Giants a 1-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. "I was too tired for (batting practice)," said Molina, who started the Giants' first 13 games before Pablo...
Giants win behind Renteria's outburst: Edgar Renteria highlighted a five-RBI night with a fourth-inning grand slam, the first ever allowed by San Diego starter Jake Peavy, that powered the Giants to an 8-3 victory Tuesday over the Padres.
Renteria's grand slam powers Giants past Padres: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Edgar Renteria hit a grand slam off Jake Peavy and matched his career high with five RBIs, leading the San Francisco Giants to an 8-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Burke heads from Seattle back to San Diego: Utility infielder Chris Burke has been traded from the Mariners back to the Padres only a few weeks after Seattle acquired Burke from San Diego.
Chris Burke heads from Seattle Mariners back to San Diego Padres: Utility infielder Chris Burke has been traded from the Mariners back to the Padres only a few weeks after Seattle acquired Burke from San Diego.
Renteria's slam off Peavy lifts Giants (AP):
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Edgar Renteria has a simple reason for his success against Jake Peavy. "I would say I'm lucky," he joked. Renteria hit a grand slam off the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner and matched his career high with five RBIs, leading the San Francisco Giants to an 8-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
Does the 'N' in ESPN stand for Northeast?: ESPN says this tops its list of viewer complaints: It has a Northeast bias. Especially when it comes to three baseball teams. As San Diego Padres pitcher (and ex-New York Met) Heath Bell recently told The San Diego Union-Tribune: "I truly believe ESPN only cares about promoting the (Boston) Red Sox and (New York) Yankees and Mets and nobody else."
Giants pitcher weighs in on his hitting: When Matt Cain takes the mound to face the Padres tonight, he has a chance to move into a tie for second place on one of the San Francisco Giants' career lists. Actually, that's not exactly right. When Matt Cain steps into the batter's box this evening, he...
Cain: fine numbers, but drought vs. S.D.: Matt Cain's status as an unsupported pitcher gets ample backing from his career numbers against the Padres, whom he faces at AT&T Park tonight. In 15 outings against San Diego, Cain has a 2.92 ERA. That's more than solid. Cain has limited the Padres to a .197...
Ibanez's blast propels Phils past Padres: Raul Ibanez hit a game-winning two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning on Sunday in the Phillies' 5-4 victory over the San Diego Padres.
Ibanez's walk-off HR lifts Phillies over Padres: Raul Ibanez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to give the Philadelphia Phillies a 5-4 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Ibanez's 2-run HR in 9th lifts Phillies (AP): Raul Ibanez relished the celebration following his first game-ending homer with the Philadelphia Phillies. He even enjoyed his shaving cream pie. Ibanez hit a two-run shot in the ninth inning to give the Phillies a 5-4 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday. "They got me good," said Ibanez, who still had traces of the postgame celebration in his left ear.
Silva headed to DL for Padres: The San Diego Padres will place right-hander Walter Silver on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right forearm.
Phillies let one slip away: Even an 8-7 Phillies loss to the Padres last night couldn't spoil a night full of high hopes.And that's exactly the way Harry Kalas, the eternal optimist, would have called it.
Phils honor Kalas but lose game: Even an 8-7 Phillies loss to the Padres tonight couldn't spoil a night full of high hopes.
Lidge's saves streak ends as Padres rally: Brad Lidge blew his first save in 47 opportunities, allowing four runs, including a three-run homer to Kevin Kouzmanoff, and the Padres beat the Phillies 8-5 on Saturday night.
Phils' Lidge blows first save since '07 (AP): It is not often a closer in Philadelphia blows a save and gets a standing ovation. But Brad Lidge is an exception, a player whose perfection was applauded by the sellout crowd, even in the face of his first blown save with the Phillies. The right-hander allowed four runs, including a three-run homer to Kevin Kouzmanoff, and the San Diego Padres beat the Phillies 8-5 on Saturday night.
Headley heads Padres' offense in win: Chase Headley tied his career high, with four hits, and drove in three runs on Thursday to lead the Padres to a 6-5 victory over the Mets before 35,985 at Citi Field.
Headley's four hits help Padres edge the Mets: Chase Headley tied a career high with four hits and the visiting San Diego Padres beat the New York Mets, 6-5, last night to win the first regular-season series at Citi Field.
Pads win 1st Citi series, rip Mets behind Headley: Chase Headley tied a career high with four hits and the San Diego Padres beat the New York Mets 6-5 on Thursday night to win the first regular-season series at Citi Field.
Padres down Mets for sixth win in last 7 (AP):
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There was no hot water in the visitors' clubhouse at Citi Field, so Jake Peavy opted for a cold shower after five tough innings against the New York Mets on Thursday night. That tough break had no effect on Peavy's jubilant mood. Peavy gutted it out after a rough start, Chase Headley tied a career high with four hits and the San Diego Padres beat New York 6-5 to win the first regular-season series...
Mets cap Jackie's day with first Citi win: Oliver Perez showed one side on Wednesday -- dominant -- and the Mets capitalized on the Padres' pitching woes to capture their first win at Citi Field, a 7-2 series-tying victory.
Phillies to pay tribute to Kalas on Friday: The Phillies will pay tribute to Harry Kalas prior to their game vs. the Padres on Friday, four days after the legendary broadcaster passed away.
Phillies set plans to honor Kalas: The Phillies plan several tributes to Harry Kalas tomorrow night before their game against the Padres at 7:05. It will be the first time the team is at Citizens Bank Park since the broadcaster's death on Monday afternoon in Washington.
Mets end Padres' streak, get first Citi Field win: Oliver Perez rebounded from a rough season debut and the Mets earned their first victory at Citi Field, beating the bumbling Padres 7-2.
Perez helps Mets to first Citi Field win (AP):
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One pitch at a time, Oliver Perez and the New York Mets started settling into their new home Wednesday night. Perez rebounded from a rough season debut and the Mets earned their first victory at Citi Field, beating the bumbling San Diego Padres 7-2 before a crowd of 35,581 that was about 6,200 short of capacity.
Red Sox claim infielder Denker on waivers: The Boston Red Sox optioned infielder Travis Denker to Triple-A Pawtucket after claiming him off waivers from the San Diego Padres.
Mets lose out on getting inaugural win: The Mets tied the game when David Wright launched a three-run homer, but defensive miscues allowed the Padres to come back and hand the home team a 6-5 loss Monday in Citi Field's grand opening.
Gerut makes history in New York minute: With one swing against the Mets, Padres leadoff hitter Jody Gerut had the first hit, home run, run scored and RBI at Citi Field in New York.
Mets open Citi Field with a dud as Padres steal their thunder: The San Diego Padres followed Jody Gerut's first-inning homer with a two-out, three-run rally in the second inning, then overcame a three-run homer by David Wright to spoil the New York Mets' opening night gala at tje new Citi Field with a 6-5 win
Inside Pitch: Mets make a mess of new house: Their new park was gorgeous. The Mets looked lost in it. The trouble started when Mike Pelfrey gave up a home run to leadoff batter Jody Gerut. With Citi Field thus christened, the Mets went on to a sloppy 6-5 loss to the Padres.
NL: Mets open new ballpark with 6-5 loss to Padres: Their new home was gorgeous. The Mets looked lost. Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer, Adrian Gonzalez also connected and the San Diego Padres spoiled New York's first regular-season game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-5 victory Monday night.
Padres thwart Mets as New York opens Citi Field: Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer, Adrian Gonzalez also connected and the San Diego Padres spoiled the Mets' first regular-season game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-5 victory Monday night.
Padres spoil Mets' Citi Field opener (AP):
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The place looked gorgeous. The Mets looked lost. Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer -- the only time that's happened in major league history -- and the San Diego Padres spoiled New York's first game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-5 victory Monday night. Pedro Feliciano balked in the go-ahead run and the Mets made several costly mistakes, opening Citi Field the same way...
Young leads Padres to sweep: Chris Young allowed just four hits and one unearned run in seven innings and batterymate Nick Hundley had four hits as the Padres completed a three-game sweep of the Giants with a 6-1 victory Sunday.
Padres 6, Giants 1: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Chris Young pitched seven strong innings, Nick Hundley had a career-high four hits and the San Diego Padres beat Tim Lincecum and the San Francisco Giants 6-1 on Sunday.
Giants Beat / Young knows comebacker: Padres starter Chris Young, out more than two months last season after he was hit in the head by an Albert Pujols line drive, said Saturday he would be happy to talk to Giants reliever Joe Martinez about the physical and mental challenges of a comeback. That...
Lincecum continues rough start in Giants' loss: Chris Young pitched seven strong innings, Nick Hundley had a career-high four hits and the San Diego Padres beat Tim Lincecum and the San Francisco Giants 6-1 on Sunday.
Padres' Young beats struggling Lincecum (AP): The San Diego Padres are feeling good, even if it's only been one week. Chris Young pitched seven strong innings, Nick Hundley had a career-high four hits and San Diego beat Tim Lincecum and the San Francisco Giants 6-1 on Sunday. The Padres swept the three-game series and have won four straight overall to raise their record to 5-2.
Hairston highlights Padres victory: Scott Hairston had three hits Friday, including a three-run home run in the eighth inning, and robbed Bengie Molina of an extra-base hit in the top of the eighth inning, as the Padres beat the Giants, 7-3.
Pads outlast rain, Giants to move above .500: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- There were two rarities at Petco Park Friday night - a 51-minute rain delay and the San Diego Padres popping above .500....
Astros claim Lopez, transfer Boone to 60-day DL: The Houston Astros claimed right-hander Wilton Lopez off waivers from the San Diego Padres on Friday and transferred infielder Aaron Boone to the 60-day disabled list.
Hairston's 3-run shot helps Pads down Giants: Scott Hairston hit a three-run homer, Brian Giles drove in two runs and the Padres jumped on Barry Zito early to beat the San Francisco Giants 7-3.
Padres rally to split opening series: Luis Rodriguez knocked in the go-ahead run with an RBI double as part of a three-run eighth inning as the Padres rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Dodgers before a crowd of 29,710 at PETCO Park.
Manny's first RBIs lead Dodgers: Manny Ramirez drove in three runs and scored another, his two-run tiebreaking double in the seventh inning leading the Dodgers to a 5-2 victory over the Padres.
Dodgers 5, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Manny Ramirez hit a tiebreaking two-run double in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Ramirez leads Dodgers past Padres 5-2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Manny Ramirez hit a tiebreaking two-run double in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Wednesday night....
Giants' on deck: Today vs. Brewers 4:05 p.m. CSNBA Parra (10-8) vs. Cain (8-14) Friday At Padres 7:05 p.m. CSNBA Zito (10-17) vs. Hill (1-5) Saturday At Padres 7:05 p.m. CSNBA+ Sanchez (9-12) vs. Peavy (10-11)...
MLB payrolls drop by $47M from 2008: The recession has hit baseball salaries. Teams cut payrolls for their active rosters and disabled lists by $47 million from Opening Day in 2008 to the first day of this season, according to an analysis by the Associated Press. That comes out to a decline of 1.7 percent. The drop is the first since 2004 and just the second since the 1994-1995 strike. Sixteen of the 30 clubs cut payroll. Among those who lowered spending - the mighty New York Yankees. While the Yankees led the major leagues with a $201.4 million payroll, they trimmed salaries by $7.6 million from the start of last season. Others cut more, led by the San Diego Padres ($30.9 million). The 14 who increased salaries were led by the Tampa Bay Rays ($19.5 million). The Orioles' Opening Day payroll of $67.1 million ranked 23rd among the 30 teams and went down slightly from last year's $67.2 million. The Washington Nationals' $59.3 million payroll ranked 27th but was $4.3 million more than last season.
Manny's double pushes Dodgers past Padres: Manny Ramirez hit a tiebreaking two-run double in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Ramirez breaks tie, Dodgers beat Padres (AP): Manny Ramirez was already looking forward to the Los Angeles Dodgers' next game after collecting his first three RBIs of the season Wednesday night. "What we did today means nothing tomorrow, and you've got to move on," he said following the Dodgers' 5-2 victory over the San Diego Padres. "What's done is done." Ramirez helped finish San Diego, driving in a run with a first-inning groundout and...
Padres get first win of new season: Chris Young pitched six strong innings and Chase Headley knocked in two runs with a double to lead the Padres to a 4-2 victory Tuesday over the Dodgers at PETCO Park.
Padres 4, Dodgers 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Heath Bell rang in the post-Trevor Hoffman era in San Diego, striking out the side in the ninth inning to save the Padres' 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.
Bell rings in post-Hoffman era, Padres win 4-2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Heath Bell rang in the post-Trevor Hoffman era in San Diego, striking out the side in the ninth inning to save the Padres' 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night....
Bullpen rescues Dodgers, Kuroda: Opening Day happens every year, but the Dodgers turned Monday's against the Padres into something really special, beating Jake Peavy for the first time in more than five years, 4-1.
Kuroda outpitches Peavy, Dodgers win 4-1 (AP): Hiroki Kuroda and the Los Angeles Dodgers knew they had a good thing going when they scored two runs in the first inning against Jake Peavy. Kuroda outpitched the Padres' ace, leading the defending NL West champions to a 4-1 victory Monday without a hit from Manny Ramirez. The enigmatic slugger went 0-for-3 with a walk and a run on his first opening day with the Dodgers.
Peavy cruises in final spring start: Starter Jake Peavy worked five shutout frames in his final Cactus League appearance as the Padres defeated the White Sox on Wednesday.
Padres enhance bullpen with Mujica: On Wednesday, the Padres added what figures to be the final piece to their bullpen when they traded for Cleveland reliever Ed Mujica.
NL West preview: Dodgers should steal crown: The Dodgers should be favored in this division, which might have the best collection of aces in the National League, including 2008 Cy Young winner Tim Lincecum of the Giants, 2007 Cy Young winner Jake Peavy of the Padres (for now) and 2006 Cy Young winner Brandon Webb of the Diamondbacks.
Gillick and Amaro: Willing to roll dice: At the 1990 winter meetings in Chicago, Pat Gillick, then general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays, finished off a big trade with the San Diego Padres and hustled off to O'Hare Airport.
Pat Gillick built champions with Jays, Phils: At the 1990 winter meetings in Chicago, Pat Gillick, then general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays, finished off a big trade with the San Diego Padres and hustled off to O'Hare Airport.
Padres' Peavy caps nearly perfect spring (AP): Jake Peavy had a nearly perfect spring training. He threw five more shutout innings in the San Diego Padres' 6-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, and has not allowed a run in 14 innings in the Cactus League. "I'm excited to start the year," said Peavy, who struck out 10 and walked none overall.
Brewers' Braun escapes injury scare: Slugger Brian Braun was removed from Tuesday's game against the Padres when he was struck on the right hand while misplaying a ball in left. X-rays taken were negative and the Brewers breathed a sigh of relief.
Brewers' Braun injures thumb in 6-5 loss to Padres: PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) -- Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Ryan Braun is day-to-day with a right thumb contusion after leaving in the second inning of Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres....
Brewers' Braun day-to-day with thumb injury: PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) -- Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Ryan Braun is day-to-day with a right thumb contusion after leaving in the second inning of Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres.
Hafner hits first spring homer for Indians: GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) -- Travis Hafner hit his first homer since October shoulder surgery and Carl Pavano pitched effectively into the seventh inning for the Cleveland Indians in a 5-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday....
Peavy returns from Classic triumphantly: Jake Peavy made his first appearance for the Padres after returning from the World Baseball Classic on Friday and looked ready for the regular season.
Moorad receives positive reception: Jeff Moorad has been in plenty of Major League clubhouses before, though it's safe to say the new Padres' minority owner and CEO has never received the reception that he did Friday.
Initial sale of Padres completed: Majority owner John Moores has completed the initial phase of ultimately leaving the Padres by selling about a one-third interest in the club to Jeff Moorad and about a dozen partners.
Strained groin sets Billingsley back: Thirteen days before Chad Billingsley is scheduled to face the Padres in Game 3 of the regular season, he's off-schedule because of a strained right groin.
Troy Aikman partners with with new Padres CEO Moorad: Former agent Jeff Moorad has been introduced as the CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres, and he confirms that ex-NFL great Troy Aikman is a partner in his ownership group.
Padres set to introduce Moorad as CEO: Former agent Jeff Moorad completed his initial acquisition of the San Diego Padres from John Moores and was to be introduced Thursday as the team's incoming vice chairman and CEO.
Padres introduce Moorad as CEO; Aikman is partner: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Former agent Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres on Thursday, and confirmed that former NFL star Troy Aikman is a limited partner in his ownership group....
Padres introduce Moorad as CEO; Aikman is partner: Former agent Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres on Thursday, and confirmed that former NFL star Troy Aikman is a limited partner in his ownership group.
Initial sale of San Diego Padres to Jeff Moorad complete: Former agent Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres on Thursday.
Aikman in Padres' new ownership group (AP): Former agent Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres on Thursday, and confirmed that former NFL star Troy Aikman is a limited partner in his ownership group. Several other businessmen are involved in Moorad's group, which took control of approximately 35 percent of the club from John Moores when papers were signed on Wednesday.
Pads introduce CEO Moorad; Aikman is partner: Former agent Jeff Moorad completed his initial acquisition of the San Diego Padres from John Moores and was to be introduced Thursday as the baseball team's incoming vice chairman and CEO.
Sale of Padres 'awfully close': Majority owner John Moores is on the verge of selling a one-third interest in the Padres to Jeff Moorad, a general partner of the Diamondbacks, and about a dozen partners.
No longer idle, Pavano impresses club: Carl Pavano, penciled in as the No. 3 starter despite a Cactus League ERA of 9.82, pitched up to that billing with an impressive six-inning outing against the Padres.
AP source: Sale of Padres appears close: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The sale of the San Diego Padres from John Moores to former agent Jeff Moorad appears to be almost finalized....
Report: San Diego Padres sale to Jeff Moorad almost finalized: The Associated Press reported on Wednesday that the sale of the Padres appears to be close.
Source: Sale of Padres appears close (AP): The sale of the San Diego Padres from John Moores to former agent Jeff Moorad appears to be almost finalized. The two sides were close to wrapping up the sale, a baseball official with knowledge of situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday night, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced.
Source: Sale of Padres to Moorad appears close: The sale of the San Diego Padres from John Moores to former agent Jeff Moorad appears to be almost finalized.
Scherzer takes step forward vs. Padres: Max Scherzer was pleased with the way his three-inning outing went on Sunday, when he allowed two runs on five hits to the Padres.
Cards ship Gregerson to Padres: The Cardinals and Padres completed their trade from December on Monday. Pitcher Luke Gregerson is the player to be named later in the deal that sent shortstop Khalil Greene from San Diego to St. Louis.
Black ready to put '08 season in past: From coming up one win short of a division title to barely avoiding a 100-loss season, Bud Black has seen a lot already in his two years as Padres manager.
Return to arms key for Padres: The Padres saw their pitching staff take a big step backward in 2008, and that trend must be reversed for the club to compete in the NL West this season.
Padres Worrell to miss season due to elbow surgery: San Diego Padres right-hander Mark Worrell will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow and is expected to miss the entire season.
Padres Worrell to miss season due to elbow surgery:
SAN DIEGO -- San Diego Padres right-hander Mark Worrell will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow and is expected to miss the entire season.
Lackey gaining steam with each start: John Lackey faced a Padres lineup on Tuesday that looked very much like the one manager Bud Black figures to send out on Opening Day.
Kuroda selected to start Opening Day: Dodgers manager Joe Torre on Wednesday named Japanese right-hander Hiroki Kuroda to start Opening Day on April 6 against the Padres in San Diego.
Slugger Hamilton unleashes a ... bunt?: Josh Hamilton unveiled a new weapon in his arsenal on Wednesday afternoon against the Padres: the bunt. Hamilton, pushing the ball toward third base, beat out a bunt single in the first inning of the Rangers 9-4 victory over the Padres at Peoria Sports Complex.
Griffey to start in left field for Seattle, his first start in the field this spring: Ken Griffey Jr. will make his first start of the spring in left field when the Seattle Mariners play the San Diego Padres on Thursday.
South Korea goes yard 3 times to beat Mexico: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- South Korea surprised even itself with a power display that would make the San Diego Padres envious....
Ishikawa close to securing Giants' first base job: Travis Ishikawa moved a little closer Saturday to becoming San Francisco's starting first baseman. Ishikawa hit his third home run of the spring and went 2-for-3 in the Giants' 8-4 loss to the San Diego Padres. "He's done all he can do," Giants manager Bruce...
Konerko has three hits in White Sox rout of Padres: PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) -- Paul Konerko had three hits, including a home run as the Chicago White Sox routed the San Diego Padres 15-4 on Friday....
Correia leads Padres to 10-4 victory against Korea: PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) -- Kevin Correia is doing his best to land a job in the San Diego Padres' starting rotation....
PROMISES, PROMISES: Stats didn't count from Wednesday's Japan-Giants exhibition, a 6-4 Giants loss, and manager Bruce Bochy said, "Good. We could still win this Cactus League and win that free TV." It turns out Bochy told his Padres one spring that players on the team with the...
Correia leads Padres to 10-4 victory against Korea: Kevin Correia is doing his best to land a job in the San Diego Padres' starting rotation. Correia struck out five in four scoreless innings on Wednesday night as the Padres beat South Korea's World Baseball Classic squad. Correia, a non-roster invitee who was...
Helton homers in Cactus League debut: Todd Helton, showing that the back problems that derailed his 2008 may be behind him, homered in his first spring at-bat Sunday off the Padres' Chris Young.
A's Beat: Outfield of dreams: Oakland's outfielders are enjoying the spring so far. Ryan Sweeney and Rajai Davis are two of the team's hottest hitters, Matt Holliday is 4 for his last 8, and Travis Buck homered and doubled in the A's 15-6 victory over the San Diego Padres on Saturday....
Buck, big bats leads A's over Padres: Travis Buck went 2-for-3 with a homer, a double and two runs scored as the Athletics went wild at the plate in Saturday's 15-6 win over the Padres.
C.J. Wilson hurt late in Texas Rangers’ win:
Rangers 4, Padres 3
A solid spring debut by Jason Jennings ended with an injury to C.J. Wilson as the Rangers won their third consecutive game.Wilson tried to barehand a ground ball in the ninth inning and it hit off his left index finger. Wilson left the game and had X-rays on the finger, which had localized swelling. The initial X-rays were negative, but the Rangers are going to have them examined by team doctors."It’s just a flesh wound,"Wilson said.Wilson’s injury put a damper on Jennings’ first appearance in a game since last April. He pitched an inning, allowing a run on two hits and a walk. His fastball was 88 to 89 mph, about five mph faster than it was last spring."Hopefully it continues to progress,"Jennings said."Velocity comes with throwing and hopefully by the end of spring, I’ll be in the low 90s. That’s as high as I want to go. I can play with that."Scott Feldman rebounded from a poor first spring outing with two sharp innings as the Rangers beat the Padres. Feldman didn’t allow a hit and struck out one.The Rangers led 4-0 after five innings, with Ian Kinsler’s first spring homer the big blow. Josh Hamilton and Hank Blalock also had RBI.Wilson hurt late in Rangers’ win:
Rangers 4, Padres 3
A solid spring debut by Jason Jennings ended with an injury to C.J. Wilson as the Rangers won their third consecutive game.Wilson tried to barehand a ground ball in the ninth inning and it hit off his left index finger. Wilson left the game and had X-rays on the finger, which had localized swelling. The initial X-rays were negative, but the Rangers are going to have them examined by team doctors."It’s just a flesh wound,"Wilson said.Wilson’s injury put a damper on Jennings’ first appearance in a game since last April. He pitched an inning, allowing a run on two hits and a walk. His fastball was 88 to 89 mph, about five mph faster than it was last spring."Hopefully it continues to progress,"Jennings said."Velocity comes with throwing and hopefully by the end of spring, I’ll be in the low 90s. That’s as high as I want to go. I can play with that."Scott Feldman rebounded from a poor first spring outing with two sharp innings as the Rangers beat the Padres. Feldman didn’t allow a hit and struck out one.The Rangers led 4-0 after five innings, with Ian Kinsler’s first spring homer the big blow. Josh Hamilton and Hank Blalock also had RBI.Padres closer Bell added to Team USA (AP): San Diego's Heath Bell, who's taking over for departed closer Trevor Hoffman, was added to the United States' roster for the World Baseball Classic on Monday. "It's going to be really cool to have USA on the front of my jersey," Bell said. The right-hander got the word shortly before the Padres played the Milwaukee Brewers.
Young puts scary injury behind him: The impact of an Albert Pujols line drive last May 21 left Padres right-hander Chris Young with a fractured nose, facial fractures, a deviated septum and, worst of all, a small crack in his skull that, as he found out later, could have led to much bigger problems. Serious, but not something Young couldn't overcome. Or, something he wouldn't allow to beat him.
Maddux on Padres' spring training staff (AP): Greg Maddux knew it was time to quit pitching. He just wasn't ready to quit baseball altogether. The four-time Cy Young Award winner rejoined the San Diego Padres on Wednesday as a spring training instructor. He pitched for the Padres from 2007 until he was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in August. Though his position is only temporary, Maddux hopes it will lead to a permanent coaching job.
Padres, Brown agree to deal: The San Diego Padres agreed to terms on a minor league contact with outfielder Emil Brown on Tuesday and invited him to spring training.
Reliever Bell credits Wii for weight loss: Padres closer Heath Bell reported to camp in great shape and credited the Wii Fit video game for giving him extra motivation this offseason.
Thatcher brings confidence to camp: Padres reliever Joe Thatcher arrived in Peoria ready to recapture a role in a bullpen where there are many jobs that can be won. Unlike last season, he's confident in himself, in his stuff.
Amid trade speculation, Peavy happy to stay with Padres: Surrounded by trade speculation much of the offseason, San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy was surprised to find himself addressing the San Diego media Saturday morning.
Pads' Peavy happy after offseason of trade talk: Surrounded by trade speculation much of the offseason, San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy was surprised to find himself addressing the San Diego media Saturday morning.
Bell credits video game for weight loss (AP): San Diego Padres reliever Heath Bell was initially bothered by comments from, of all things, a video game console. But now the heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman credits his Nintendo Wii Fit game for helping him lose 25 pounds. Bell, who has been given the first crack at taking over the closing role vacated by Hoffman, reported to camp at a svelte 245 pounds.
Padres closer Bell credits Wii Fit with weight loss: San Diego Padres reliever Heath Bell was initially bothered by comments from, of all things, a video game console.
Jays acquire former first pick Bush: The Blue Jays completed a trade with the Padres on Tuesday, acquiring right-hander Matt Bush from San Diego in exchange for a player to be be named later or cash considerations.
Padres wash hands of No. 1 overall pick in 2004 draft: Sorry you picked Bush in 2004? The San Diego Padres sure are.The Padres, who made Matt Bush the No. 1 pick in the 2004 draft, cut their ties with him yesterday by trading him to Toronto for a player to be named or cash.
Padres trade minor league pitcher to Blue Jays: The Padres traded minor league pitcher Matt Bush to the Blue Jays for a player to be named or cash.
Padres invite 20 non-roster players: Six players with previous Major League experience highlight a list of 20 non-roster players who have accepted invitations to Spring Training with the Padres.
Bush designated to clear room for Floyd: If Matt Bush, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2004 First-Year Player Draft, is to make it to the Major Leagues, it won't be with the Padres. The 22-year-old Bush was designated for assignment on Thursday to make room on the 40-man roster for outfielder Cliff Floyd.
Padres, Floyd agree to $750,000, 1-year deal: Cliff Floyd agreed to a $750,000, one-year deal with San Diego on Thursday, giving the Padres a veteran to come off the bench. Floyd goes from playing in the World Series with Tampa Bay to a team that lost 99 games and finished last in the NL West. Tampa Bay...
Padres, OF Floyd agree to one-year contract: The Padres have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd, according to a major-league source.
Padres sign OF Floyd, designate P Bush (AP): The Matt Bush era with the San Diego Padres is all but over before the local product ever made it to the big leagues. Bush, the No. 1 pick in the 2004 amateur draft who had elbow problems and a notable off-field altercation, was designated for assignment Thursday to make room for Cliff Floyd, who spent last season with AL champion Tampa Bay.
Padres, Floyd agree to one-year deal: Cliff Floyd has reportedly agreed to terms with the Padres on a one-year deal. Floyd, who turned 36 on Dec. 5, hit .268 with 11 home runs and 39 RBIs with the Rays last year.
Patterson ready for fresh start: For Padres reliever Scott Patterson, his 2008 season was a breakthrough of sorts but it also had its share of frustrating moments.
Former agent Moorad reaches deal to buy Padres: Former agent Jeff Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores, a move that could help prop up the team’s sagging on-field fortunes.
Source: Padres, Floyd agree on 1-year deal: The Padres have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent outfielder Cliff Floyd, according to a major-league source.
Moorad reaches deal to buy Padres: Padres majority owner John Moores has signed a contract with Jeff Moorad, a general partner of the Diamondbacks, agreeing to initially sell about a one-third interest in the franchise to his group that in the end will probably include about a dozen partners.
Former agent Moorad reaches agreement to buy Padres: Former agent Jeff Moorad has reached an agreement for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores.
Moorad reaches agreement to buy Padres: Former agent Jeff Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores, a move that could help prop up the team's sagging on-field fortunes.
Moorad reaches agreement to buy Padres (AP):
Arizona Diamondbacks general partner Jeff Moorad speaks during a news conference in Phoenix. Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2009, for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores. Moorad, who resigned last month as chief executive officer of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and his group will acquire 100 percent ownership during a period of up to five years, subject to approval by baseball owners. " align="left" border="0">
Former agent Jeff Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores, a move that could help prop up the team's sagging on-field fortunes. Moorad, who resigned last month as chief executive officer of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and his group will acquire 100 percent ownership during a period of up to five years, subject to approval by...
Gonzalez represents 'best of Mexico': Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, the only All-Star in the 2009 Caribbean Series, is poised to be the next legendary ballplayer from Mexico. You can argue he already is.
Gonzalez, Peavy rake in hardware: Adrian Gonzalez was named the Padres' Most Valuable Player and Jake Peavy won the Clyde McCullough Award as the team's top pitcher on Thursday at the Padres-UCP of San Diego County Awards Dinner.
Peavy deal could follow Cubs sale: A trade that would send All-Star righty Jake Peavy from the Padres to the Cubs is expected to be revived once the sale of the Chicago club is finalized later this spring.
Pirates claim pitcher Vasquez: The Pirates today claimed starter Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the San Diego Padres, adding him to the 40-man roster.
Pirates claim former Tiger Virgil Vasquez off waivers: PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the San Diego Padres on Monday.
Friars ink Blanco as backup backstop: After losing out on free-agent target Brad Ausmus on Wednesday, Padres general manager Kevin Towers didn't waste time in tabbing Henry Blanco as the Friars' backup backstop.
Friars still seeking backup backstop: The Padres will have to look elsewhere for a backup catcher after ex-Friar Brad Ausmus reportedly signed with the Dodgers on Wednesday.
Padres reach deal with veteran catcher Blanco: The Padres have reached agreement with catcher Henry Blanco.
Padres sign C Blanco for 1 year, $750K (AP): Coming with a recommendation from Greg Maddux, catcher Henry Blanco agreed to a $750,000, one-year contract with the San Diego Padres on Wednesday to back up youngster Nick Hundley. General manager Kevin Towers said it was a "tremendous" addition for a team that's coming off a 99-loss season and will have several inexperienced players, including Hundley.
New closer Heath Bell agrees to one-year deal with Padres: Heath Bell, who will replace Trevor Hoffman as the San Diego Padres' closer, avoided salary arbitration Tuesday when he agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,255,000.
Padres, new closer Bell agree on 1 year (AP):
San Diego Padres pitcher Heath Bell delivers during a spring training baseball game against the Seattle Mariners in Peoria, Ariz. Bell, who will replace Trevor Hoffman as the Padres' closer, avoided arbitration Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, when he agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,255,000. " align="left" border="0">
Heath Bell, who will replace Trevor Hoffman as the San Diego Padres' closer, avoided salary arbitration Tuesday when he agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,255,000. Bell became San Diego's closer when Hoffman, baseball's career saves leader, agreed to a $6 million, one-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers last week.
Iguchi planning to return to Japan: Tadahito Iguchi is set to sign with the Chiba Lotte Marines in his native Japan, according to Kyodo News. The 34-year-old infielder spent the past four years in the Majors, playing for the White Sox, Phillies and Padres.
Padres grab Rays pitcher off waivers: The Padres claimed right-handed pitcher Jae Kuk Ryu off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.
David Eckstein, Padres agree to one-year contract: David Eckstein and the Padres agreed Thursday on a one-year contract, and the 2006 World Series MVP is expected to play second base for San Diego. Eckstein, who turns 34 on Tuesday, was the starting shortstop on two 100-win teams during his three seasons in St. Louis.
David Eckstein, Padres agree to 1-year contract: David Eckstein figured it was an even swap, taking a huge pay cut for the chance to play second base with the San Diego Padres.
Padres bolster infield with Eckstein: The Padres addressed one of their biggest offseason needs on Thursday by agreeing to terms with veteran infielder David Eckstein, 34 on Jan. 20, on a one-year deal.
David Eckstein, Padres agree to 1-year contract: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- David Eckstein and the Padres agreed Thursday on a one-year contract, and the 2006 World Series MVP is expected to play second base for San Diego....
Eckstein, Padres agree to 1-year contract: David Eckstein and the Padres have agreed to a one-year contract.
Padres add veteran Eckstein to play second: The San Diego Padres, in the market for an affordable veteran middle infielder, agreed to a one-year deal with free agent David Eckstein, who will play second base, a baseball source told ESPN.com.
Prior gets another shot with Padres: The Padres signed oft-injured pitcher Mark Prior and infielder Chris Burke to Minor League deals and extended both players invitations to Spring Training.
Prior signs minor league deal with Padres: Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.
Former NL manager Preston Gomez dies at 85: Preston Gomez, who managed the expansion San Diego Padres and later guided the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs during a six-decade career in baseball, died Tuesday. He was 85.
Prior signs minor league deal with Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training....
Former NL manager Preston Gomez dies at 85: ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Preston Gomez, who managed the expansion San Diego Padres and later guided the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs during a six-decade career in baseball, died Tuesday. He was 85....
MLB: Former Astros manager Gomez dies at 85: Preston Gomez, who managed the expansion San Diego Padres and later guided the Astros and Chicago Cubs during a six-decade career in baseball, died Tuesday. He was 85.
Oft-injured Prior signs minor-league deal with Padres: SAN DIEGO -- Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.
Prior signs minor league deal with Padres: Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.
Former NL manager Preston Gomez dies at 85: Preston Gomez, who managed the expansion San Diego Padres and later guided the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs during a six-decade career in baseball, died Tuesday. He was 85.
Padres agree to deals with RHP Prior, INF Burke: The Padres have agreed to terms on minor league deals with Mark Prior and Chris Burke.
Brewers officially announce Hoffman deal (AP):
Trevor Hoffman wearing a San Diego Padres baseball uniform. Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman closed his deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press the sides reached agreement Thursday Jan. 8, 2009 on a $6 million, one-year contract. The 41-year-old Hoffman had pitched for the San Diego Padres since 1993, but the team recently withdrew its offer for next season. " align="left" border="0">
Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman and the Milwaukee Brewers announced their $6 million, one-year deal Tuesday after the reliever passed a physical. "He brings to our club the closer we need for us to continue our pursuit of a World Series," general manager Doug Melvin said. The 41-year-old righty, who had pitched for San Diego since 1993, has 554 saves in 930 relief appearances over his 16-year...
Padres sign Prior to minor league deal (AP): Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training. Prior signed with the Padres as a free agent prior to the 2008 season but missed the entire year after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder on June 4, the latest...
Padres have fond memories of Rickey: None of the players Padres general manager Kevin Towers has signed left a mark nearly as indelible as Rickey Henderson, who on Monday was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Peavy will throw for Team USA: True to his word, Padres pitcher Jake Peavy has agreed to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March.
Padres claim Vasquez off waivers: The Padres continued their offseason stockpiling of arms on Friday when they claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox.
Pads, Hairston agree to $1.25M, one-year deal: Scott Hairston and the San Diego Padres avoided arbitration, agreeing Thursday to a $1.25 million, one-year contract.
Hoffman, Brewers agree to deal: The Brewers have agreed to terms with free-agent closer Trevor Hoffman, acquiring the former Padres right-hander who's the all-time leader with 554 saves.
Hoffman's departure is 'end of an era': On the day Trevor Hoffman -- the icon of the Padres -- signed a one-year contract with Brewers, his former teammates and manager on Thursday spoke more of the man than the player.
Padres, Hairston avoid arbitration: The Padres agreed to a one-year contract Thursday with Scott Hairston, avoiding arbitration with the 28-year-old outfielder.
Padres, Scott Hairston agree to $1M deal: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Scott Hairston and the San Diego Padres avoided arbitration, agreeing Thursday to a $1.25 million, one-year contract....
Source: Hoffman near deal with Brewers (AP): Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman is closing in on a deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press the sides are near an agreement. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract hadn't been completed Wednesday night. The 41-year-old Hoffman had pitched for the San Diego Padres since 1993, but the team recently withdrew its...
Moorad sets sights squarely on Padres: Jeff Moorad resigned as chief executive officer of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday to pursue his purchase of the San Diego Padres.
Moorad resigns from D'backs; plans to buy Padres: PHOENIX (AP) -- Jeff Moorad has resigned as Arizona Diamondbacks chief executive officer and says he has reached an agreement in principle to buy the San Diego Padres....
Moorad resigns from D'backs; plans to buy Padres: Jeff Moorad has resigned as Arizona Diamondbacks chief executive officer and says he has reached an agreement in principle to buy the San Diego Padres.
D-backs CEO resigns, nears purchase of Pads: Jeff Moorad has resigned as Diamondbacks chief executive officer and says he has reached an agreement in principle to buy the Padres.
Moorad agrees in principle to buy Padres (AP):
Arizona Diamondbacks general partner Jeff Moorad speaks during a news conference in Phoenix. Moorad has resigned as Diamondbacks chief executive officer and says he has reached an agreement in principle to buy the San Diego Padres. Moorad said Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, that he heads a "small but significant" group of investors that has an exclusive right to complete the specifics of negotiations with Padres owner John Moores. " align="left" border="0">
Jeff Moorad has resigned as Arizona Diamondbacks chief executive officer and says he has reached an agreement in principle to buy the San Diego Padres. Moorad said Friday he heads a "small but significant" group of investors that has an exclusive right to complete the specifics of negotiations with Padres owner John Moores.
Cubs deal versatile DeRosa to Indians: Mark DeRosa, who had been rumored to be a part of three- and four-team scenarios in the Jake Peavy trade is finally headed out of Chicago -- but not in a trade for the San Diego Padres' ace.
Padres agree to terms with INF Rodriguez: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Padres agreed to terms on a one-year deal with infielder Luis Rodriguez on Wednesday....
Giles: Lawsuit claiming abuse 'all about money': San Diego Padres right fielder Brian Giles, the subject of a $10 million lawsuit filed earlier this month by a former girlfriend, says the suit is "all about money."
Astros give pitcher Hensley minor-league deal: Tomball native Clay Hensley has signed a minor-league deal that will pay him $550,000 if he makes the Astros roster. The deal announced Tuesday night also includes performance incentives. Hensley, 29, appeared in 106 games and started 40 for the Padres from 2005 to 2008. He put in his most work in 2006 with 29 starts, going 11-12. His career mark is 15-18 with a 4.08 ERA.
Gerut, Padres avoid salary arbitration: Center fielder Jody Gerut, one of the bright spots for the Padres last season, agreed to a one-year deal worth $1.1775 million on Friday, thus avoiding a salary arbitration hearing.
A Classic opportunity for Padres fans: Padres fans will be served an early dose of championship-caliber baseball on their doorstep when PETCO Park hosts the top two teams from Pool A and Pool B for the second round of the World Baseball Classic.
Padres agree on one-year contract with Gerut: Outfielder Jody Gerut agreed Friday with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract worth $1,775,000.
Roundup: Padres' Giles sued by ex-girlfriend: Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.
Padres outfielder Giles sued by ex-girlfriend: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage....
Padres outfielder Giles sued by ex-girlfriend: Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.
Padres' Giles sued by former girlfriend (AP): Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage. The lawsuit was filed in San Diego Superior Court on Dec. 5 and reported Tuesday by the San Diego Union-Tribune. Cheri Olvera alleges Giles began abusing her in 2002.
Peavy talks off, Padres CEO says: It's beginning to look like Jake Peavy will start the 2009 season with the San Diego Padres, since his final suitor, the Cubs, have backed out of a potential deal.
End of Peavy talks highlight Hot Stove: The Hot Stove has been buzzing all offseason with the possible destinations for Padres ace Jake Peavy, but on Monday, the biggest news of the day was that the most talked-about trade might not happen at all.
Moores seeking buyers for Padres: San Diego Padres owner John Moores told MLB.com this weekend that he has hired Goldman Sachs to identify potential buyers for the ballclub.
Pads owner hires Goldman Sachs to help with sale: Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky.
Pads owner hires Goldman Sachs to help with sale: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky....
Pads' owner seeks a sale: Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky. "Goldman will look at offers and make recommendations," Moores said in an e-mail Monday to the Associated Press. "I have been...
Pads owner hires Goldman Sachs to help with sale: Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky.
Padres hire Goldman Sachs to search for buyer: Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky.
Pads owner hires firm to help with sale (AP): Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky. "Goldman will look at offers and make recommendations," Moores said in an e-mail Monday to The Associated Press. "I have been told that, because these are difficult economic times, I should be prepared for a wide range of interest and offers.
Padres pull Peavy off trading block: The San Diego Padres, who tried for three months to trade ace Jake Peavy, now plan to keep him. The Chicago Cubs, which had been in negotiations for Peavy, informed the Padres on Thursday morning that they have pulled out of trade talks.
MLB: Cubs drop pursuit of Padres ace Peavy: LAS VEGAS— Righthander Jake Peavy appears to be staying put with the San Diego Padres— for now.
MLB Notebook: Peavy may remain in San Diego: Jake Peavy appears to be staying put with the San Diego Padres -- for now.
No dealing in Vegas for Amaro, Phillies: LAS VEGAS - In one corner of the sprawling Bellagio, the much-discussed trade that would have sent righthander Jake Peavy from the Padres to the Cubs came unstuck. Chicago general manager Jim Hendry, apparently tiring of San Diego's efforts to expand the deal to include a third team, called the whole thing off.
Padres GM: Cubs end Peavy pursuit (AP): Jake Peavy appears to be staying put with the San Diego Padres -- for now. General manager Kevin Towers said Thursday that Cubs GM Jim Hendry told him Chicago was ceasing its pursuit of the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner. Towers said Monday that the Cubs were the only team in the running at that point.
Padres expect closure on Peavy soon: Padres general manager Kevin Towers has gone as far as to tell reporters that he will know one way or the other by the time he leaves Las Vegas on Thursday if a Jake Peavy trade will take place.
Cubs weighing options to acquire Peavy: Jake Peavy is interested in pitching for the Cubs, the Phillies would like to acquire Mark DeRosa, and the Padres want young talent while reducing their payroll. Whether the three teams can satisfy their respective wish lists will depend on other factors.
Amaro mum on status of Peavy talks: The Phillies are still the middleman in a projected trade of right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres to the Cubs. But there was no movement in the deal Wednesday as the third day of the Winter Meetings came to an end.
Sources: Cubs taking hard line in Peavy talks: The Cubs and Padres are no closer to a trade for Jake Peavy than 24 hours ago.
Padres feeling better about Peavy deal: It might be inching toward a deal instead of taking a big leap, but Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Tuesday evening that a deal involving Jake Peavy to the Cubs"looks more likely today than yesterday."
Source: Peavy deal won't beat end of meetings: A Cubs source vehemently denied reports that a trade for Jake Peavy is imminent, telling ESPN.com that the club is not "remotely close" to a deal for the Padres ace.
Package deal for Peavy presented: Padres general manager Kevin Towers made it clear Monday he wants to deal Jake Peavy to the Cubs and would like to get it done this week.
Phils may be third party in Peavy talks: While the Padres try to find a way to get a trade done with the Cubs for ace right-hander Jake Peavy, the defending World Series champion Phillies may have emerged as a possible third team that could finally make a deal happen.
Angels could be darkhorse for Peavy: In spite of the distinct impression left by the Padres that it will be the Cubs or bust in efforts to deal Jake Peavy at the Winter Meetings, a darkhorse still could emerge on the outside.
Padres waiting on Cubs for Peavy deal: The legwork, complex and time-consuming, for a potential Jake Peavy trade to the Chicago Cubs has essentially been done. Now, all Padres general manager Kevin Towers needs is for his Cubs counterpart, Jim Hendry, to give him the go-ahead to make the deal for the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner.
Giants to wait and CC / Dodgers also might decide to jump into Sabathia talks: Will the CC sweepstakes turn into a Giants-Dodgers affair? If the marquee free agent truly wants to pitch in the National League and truly wants to pitch in California, he has two choices - and one's not the cost-cutting Padres. The Yankees have made the...
Peralta, Aguilas win third straight: The day after signing lefty reliever Trever Miller, the Cards remained busy Thursday, trading for Padres shortstop Khalil Greene.
Greg Maddux to announce retirement after 355 wins: Greg Maddux has thrown his last pitch. The four-time Cy Young winner will announce his retirement Monday at the baseball winter meetings, near his home in Las Vegas. Maddux, who turns 43 in April, ranks eighth on the career wins list with 355. He went 8-13 with a 4.22 ERA last season with the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers....
Greg Maddux to announce retirement after 355 wins: Greg Maddux has thrown his last pitch. The four-time Cy Young winner will announce his retirement Monday at the baseball winter meetings, near his home in Las Vegas. Maddux, who turns 43 in April, ranks eighth on the career wins list with 355. He went 8-13 with a 4.22 ERA last season with the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Greg Maddux announcing retirement Monday (AP):
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Greg Maddux before a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Los Angeles. Maddux, a four-time Cy Young winner, will announce his retirement Monday Dec. 8, 2008 at the baseball winter meetings in Las Vegas. " align="left" border="0">
Greg Maddux has thrown his last pitch. The four-time Cy Young winner will announce his retirement Monday at the baseball winter meetings, near his home in Las Vegas. Maddux, who turns 43 in April, ranks eighth on the career wins list with 355. He went 8-13 with a 4.22 ERA last season with the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Cardinals finalize deal for Greene: The day after signing lefty reliever Trever Miller, the Cards remained busy Thursday, trading for Padres shortstop Khalil Greene.
Padres deal Greene to Cardinals: On Thursday, the Padres made a trade to add bullpen depth and shed salary, sending shortstop Khalil Greene to the Cardinals for Minor League right-hander Mark Worrell and a player to be named later.
Padres to celebrate 40th anniversary: The Padres unveiled their specially designed 40th anniversary logo on Thursday to celebrate a historic milestone for the franchise.
Cards acquire Greene: ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The St. Louis Cardinals addressed one of their major offseason concerns, acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene from the Padres....
St. Louis Cardinals trade for San Diego shortstop Khalil Greene: Padres swap shortstop for Mark Worrell and another minor-league pitcher.
Padres trade SS Greene to Cardinals: ST. LOUIS -- The Cardinals addressed another major offseason concern Thursday night, taking advantage of the Padres'sell-off mode by acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene for minor leaguers.
Cards acquire Greene: The St. Louis Cardinals addressed one of their major offseason concerns, acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene from the Padres.
Padres send shortstop Greene to Cards: The St. Louis Cardinals addressed one of their major offseason concerns, acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene from the Padres.
Cardinals acquire SS Greene from Padres (AP): The St. Louis Cardinals addressed another major offseason concern Thursday night, taking advantage of the San Diego Padres' sell-off mode by acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene for minor leaguers. The Padres get minor league right-hander Mark Worrell and a prospect to be named from a pool of three players, two pitchers and one position player.
Cards to acquire Greene from Padres: The Padres have reportedy agreed to trade the 29-year-old shortstop Khalil Greene to the Cardinals for two relievers.
St. Louis Cardinals trade for Khalil Greene: Hours after formally agreeing to a one-year deal with free agent reliever Trever Miller, the Cardinals traded for San Diego Padres shortstop Khalil Greene Wednesday night.
Reports: Padres trading SS Greene to Cardinals: The Padres have agreed to trade shortstop Khalil Greene to the Cardinals for two players, according to media reports in both cities.
Meetings may be stage for Peavy deal: One year and 99 losses later, Padres general manager Kevin Towers could well be working another deal for Jake Peavy when the Winter Meetings open on Dec. 8 in Las Vegas, only it will be trading the 2007 Cy Young Award winner.
Padres decline arbitration for Hoffman: San Diego general manager Kevin Towers said on Monday the Padres opted not to offer arbitration to Major League career saves leader Trevor Hoffman.
O's may fit as third team in Peavy deal: The Orioles, who are reportedly interested in Felix Pie, may end up as a third team in a three-way deal that would send Padres right-hander Jake Peavy to the Cubs.
Tigers continue hunt for shortstop: While it now appears unlikely that the Padres will deal Khalil Greene this offseason, the Tigers still have plenty of options available to find a starting shortstop.
Thursday's MLB whispers: Having deemed the trade demands for Padres ace JakePeavy too steep, the Braves have turned their full attention to free-agent right-handed starter A.J. Burnett . Atlanta is one of six teams"fully engaged"in contract negotiations, the player's agent told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Braves join the Phillies, Yankees, Red Sox, Orioles and Blue Jays -- for whom Burnett, who turns 32 in January, went 38-26 with a 3.94 ERA the past three seasons -- as serious contenders for his services, which are expected to cost around $80 million for five years. That, though, is where things get dicey for Atlanta, which traditionally has balked at long-term contracts for starting pitchers -- the last one the Braves signed to a five-year deal was future Hall of Famer Greg Maddux , 10 years ago.
Padres' plans being put on hold: With the Padres uncertain if they can or will move Jake Peavy and his $11 million salary, Kevin Towers' hands have been tied, unable to address the team's needs.
Braves explore starting pitcher options: While the Braves are monitoring other opportunities to bolster their rotation, Jake Peavy finds himself in a state of limbo and preparing as if he'll be with the Padres next year.
McAdam: Padres in state of disarray: The Padres nearly earned a third straight trip to the playoffs in 2007, but now the franchise is in a state of disarray, writes Sean McAdam.
Towers: Cubs still interested in Peavy: The Cubs remain interested in possibly trading for pitcher Jake Peavy, Padres general manager Kevin Towers said on Wednesday.
Peavy's cost may be too high for Cubs: The San Diego Padres say the Cubs are still interested in trading for right-hander Jake Peavy. The Cubs, however, insist they would need to be very creative with their finances and get another team involved to swing a deal.
Padres not ruling out Braves for Peavy: With the Cubs signing Ryan Dempster to a four-year deal on Tuesday, the Padres' latest trade partner for Jake Peavy might no longer be in the market. That means, GM Kevin Towers says, that the Padres might revisit the Braves for a possible deal.
Towers: No recent talks with Yanks: Don't count the New York Yankees as a player in the Jake Peavy sweepstakes -- not just yet, anyway. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said on Monday that he hasn't engaged Yankees GM Brian Cashman in anything that resembles a serious discussion about Peavy, the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner who is on the trading block.
Kouzmanoff given clean bill of health: Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff underwent a procedure Saturday to clean out his shoulder, which bothered him at the end of last season. General manager Kevin Towers said there was nothing wrong with Kouzmanoff's rotator cuff.
Padres' Kouzmanoff undergoes shoulder surgery: Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder and is expected to be ready by the start of spring training.
Padres' Kouzmanoff has shoulder surgery (AP): Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder and is expected to be ready by the start of spring training. The surgery was performed Saturday by Dr. Heinz Hoenecke and Dr. Jan Fronek at Scripps Green Hospital. The team didn't make an announcement until Monday. "We are pleased with the results and expect Kevin to be at full speed when spring training begins in...
Peavy added to Yanks' wish list: Even as they pursue free agent starting pitchers CC Sabathia, Derek Lowe and A.J. Burnett, the Yankees could also have an eye on Padres right-hander Jake Peavy.
Braves GM: Trade talks for Padres' Peavy are off: Trade talks between the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres over pitcher Jake Peavy have hit the wall, and according to Braves general manager Frank Wren, the Braves have "moved on."
Yankees interested in deal for Peavy: Even as they pursue free agent starting pitchers CC Sabathia, Derek Lowe and A.J. Burnett, the Yankees could also have an eye on Padres' right-hander Jake Peavy.
Braves end pursuit of Padres' Peavy: Braves general manager Frank Wren said on Friday that he is no longer having active negotiations with Padres general manager Kevin Towers about Jake Peavy.
Padres' next step may be close to home: Now that the Braves have passed on Jake Peavy, the Padres must explore other options, including two interesting ones nearby in Southern California.
Braves' Wren says he won't sweeten offer for Padres' Peavy: Frank Wren says the Atlanta Braves won't sweeten their offer to the San Diego Padres for Jake Peavy, forcing the team to look elsewhere in its search for pitching help.
Closer Hoffman miffed by treatment from Padres: The last time that Trevor Hoffman was a free agent, there were some doubts among executives with other teams whether he would ever seriously consider leaving the Padres -- a team he'd played with for more than a decade.
No end in sight for Peavy trade talks: Jake Peavy's agent, Barry Axelrod, confirmed that, as of Thursday night, the Padres still hadn't contacted him to ask Peavy to waive his full no-trade clause.
Padres choose another plan of attack: As the free-agent signing period commences, the Padres have only two free agents, none of whom is expected to return. Look for player additions more via trades.
Braves, Friars may be near Peavy deal: The Padres are on the verge of trading All-Star right-hander Jake Peavy to the Braves, and may ask the righty to waive his no-trade clause, CBS Sportsline.com reported late Wednesday night.
Padres withdraw offer, Hoffman era likely over: Trevor Hoffman's record-setting run as San Diego Padres closer is almost certainly over after the team withdrew its contract offer for 2009.
Two more interview with Mariners: A's bench coach Don Wakamatsu and Padres Triple-A manager Randy Ready interviewed for the Mariners managerial position on Wednesday, the fourth and fifth of seven candidates to meet with GM Jack Zduriencik.
Big honor highlights busy Tuesday: With the Matt Holliday trade pending, Tuesday was a busy baseball day. Tim Lincecum was named the NL Cy Young Award winner; Hal Steinbrenner, one of the Yankees' co-chairmen, said the Bombers will be explosive free-agent spenders; Trevor Hoffman may have thrown his last pitch for the Padres; and Solomon Torres has thrown his last pitch, period.
Hot Stove roundup: Closer carousel: With Huston Street presumably headed for Colorado as part of the Matt Holliday trade to Oakland, and the Padres in essence waving good-bye to Trevor Hoffman, the chain reaction around Major League Baseball could be powerful.
Peavy trade talks moving slowly: A perceived two-team race between the Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves to land Padres ace Jake Peavy in a trade was at a standstill as of late Monday, as San Diego GM Kevin Towers characterized progress as"slow moving."
Agent: Hoffman era likely over in San Diego: Trevor Hoffman's record-setting run as San Diego Padres closer is almost certainly over after the team withdrew its contract offer for 2009.
Padres still talking Peavy deal with Braves, Cubs: The Braves and Padres continue to make progress in trade negotiations around pitcher Jake Peavy, but at the same time, San Diego is talking with the Cubs about the All-Star - with the Padres and Chicago engaging a third team as part of their proposals.
Agent: Hoffman likely done as a Padre (AP):
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Trevor Hoffman's record-setting run as San Diego Padres closer is almost certainly over after the team withdrew its contract offer for 2009. Hoffman, baseball's career saves leader and the face of the franchise since Tony Gwynn retired following the 2001 season, was upset with the abrupt, impersonal way the club ended contract talks, agent Rick Thurman said Tuesday.
Padres withdraw offer to Hoffman: The Padres have withdrawn their initial 2009 contract offer to free agent closer Trevor Hoffman. And since that's the case, his agent said on Monday night that the all-time saves leader is finished pitching in San Diego.
Padres withdraw offer to Trevor Hoffman: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Padres withdrew their $4 million offer to Trevor Hoffman on Monday, leaving it unclear whether they would continue to negotiate with the career saves leader....
Padres withdraw offer to Trevor Hoffman: SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego Padres withdrew their $4 million offer to Trevor Hoffman on Monday, leaving it unclear whether they would continue to negotiate with the career saves leader.
Padres withdraw offer to Trevor Hoffman: The San Diego Padres withdrew their $4 million offer to Trevor Hoffman on Monday, leaving it unclear whether they would continue to negotiate with the career saves leader.
Hoffman done in San Diego as Padres pull offer: Trevor Hoffman and the Padres can't agree on a contract and his time with the team might be done.
Padres withdraw $4M offer to Hoffman (AP): The San Diego Padres withdrew their $4 million offer to Trevor Hoffman on Monday, leaving it unclear whether they would continue to negotiate with the career saves leader. General manager Kevin Towers said last week he was trying to work out an agreement to keep the closer, but he sent a text message to The Associated Press on Monday night confirming "our offer was withdrawn." Towers would not...
Peavy not Wren's only offseason focus: Most recent attention surrounding the Braves has centered on their attempt to obtain Jake Peavy via a trade with the Padres.
Padres to seek upgrades via trades: Unlike last winter, the Padres won't rebuild their roster through free agency. Instead, they'll be active on the trade front as GM Kevin Towers let it be known a day after the 2008 regular season ended that new faces for 2009 will likely come via trades.
Padres pick up Giles' option: As expected, the Padres picked up the option on veteran outfielder Brian Giles' contract for 2009 on Friday, Giles' agent Joe Bick said.
Padres exercise $9 million option on Brian Giles: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Padres on Friday exercised their $9 million option on right fielder Brian Giles, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball....
Padres exercised option on Giles: The San Diego Padres exercised their $9 million option on former Pirates right fielder Brian Giles, 37, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball.
Padres exercise $9 million option on Brian Giles: The San Diego Padres on Friday exercised their $9 million option on right fielder Brian Giles, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball.
Baseball Notes: Padres opt to keep Giles next season: The San Diego Padres yesterday exercised their $9 million option on rightfielder Brian Giles, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball last season.
Giles pleased to see Padres pick up $9M option: The San Diego Padres on Friday exercised their $9 million option on right fielder Brian Giles, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball.
Padres exercise $9M option on OF Giles (AP): The San Diego Padres on Friday exercised their $9 million option on right fielder Brian Giles, whose .398 on-base percentage was one of the best in baseball. The 37-year-old will be back for his seventh season with his hometown Padres. The team had a choice between the option or a $3 million buyout. Giles hit .306 with 40 doubles and 12 homers, along with 63 RBIs and 87 walks.
Braves confident they can acquire ace: Despite falling short of dealing for Padres ace Jake Peavy during the GM Meetings, Braves GM Frank Wren remains hopeful of acquiring the righty.
Hot Stove roundup: Peavy field shrinks: The teams involved in talks with the Padres for Jake Peavy appear to be the Cubs, Braves and either the Cardinals or the Astros. One team absent, though, is apparently the Yankees.
Peavy unlikely to remain with Padres: General manager Kevin Towers told The Associated Press on Thursday after leaving the GM meetings in Dana Point, Calif., it's doubtful that right-hander Jake Peavy will be in a Padres uniform in 2009.
Padres GM says Peavy to be traded before meetings: DANA POINT, Calif. (AP) -- Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month. After spending four days at the annual general managers' meetings, Padres GM Kevin Towers said it is unlikely the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner will remain with San Diego, which signed him out of high school in 1999....
BASEBALL / Padres' Peavy on block / Braves, Cubs, Dodgers look like front-runners: Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the Padres before next month's winter meetings. After spending four days at the annual general managers' meetings, Padres GM Kevin Towers said it is unlikely the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner will remain with San Diego,...
Padres GM says Peavy to be traded before meetings: Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month. After spending four days at the annual general managers'meetings, Padres GM Kevin Towers said it is unlikely the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner will remain with San Diego, which signed him out of high school in 1999.
GM: Peavy will go by winter meetings: Righthander Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month.After spending 4 days at the annual general managers' meetings in Dana Point, Calif., Padres general manager Kevin Towers said it is unlikely the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner will remain with San Diego, which signed him out of high school in 1999.
Towers: Peavy's train has left San Diego's station: Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month.
Padres GM: Peavy likely to be dealt soon (AP): Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month. After spending four days at the annual general managers' meetings, Padres GM Kevin Towers said it is unlikely the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner will remain with San Diego, which signed him out of high school in 1999.
Baseball likely to eliminate coin flips (AP): No more flip decisions. Rather than heads or tails, baseball general managers plan to recommend that sites for division and wild-card tiebreakers be decided by wins and losses. "The team that performed better against the other team I think is the one that deserves to have home-field advantage, not an arbitrary coin flip," San Diego Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Thursday as the annual GMs...
Padres face an economic squeeze play and glimmer of hope: The San Diego Padres came within one win one out, really of reaching the playoffs three seasons in a row. A year after that near-miss in 2007, they're heading in a new direction that seems to point away from the postseason in the immediate future.
Padres narrow field for Peavy trade talks: The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams.
Padres narrow field for Jake Peavy trade talks: The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams. Peavy has $63 million in guaranteed money remaining on his deal, which runs through 2012 and contains a club option for 2013. General...
Padres put Greene on trade block: If ever a quality Major League player in the prime of his career appeared in need of a change of scenery, Khalil Greene fits the profile. The Padres apparently have recognized this in making Greene, one year away from free agency, available in trade discussions.
Padres narrow field for Jake Peavy trade talks: DANA POINT, Calif. (AP) -- The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams....
Peavy trade talks narrowed to 3 NL teams: DANA POINT, Calif. (AP) -- The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams.... Peavy has $63 million in guaranteed money remaining on his deal, which runs through 2012 and contains a club option for 2013....
Padres narrow field for Jake Peavy trade talks: The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams.
Padres narrow field of Peavy suitors to 3 NL teams: The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams.
Padres narrow Peavy talks to 3 NL teams (AP): The San Diego Padres have narrowed the field of suitors for ace pitcher Jake Peavy, focusing on three National League teams. Peavy has $63 million in guaranteed money remaining on his deal, which runs through 2012 and contains a club option for 2013. General manager Kevin Towers said that based on conversations with Peavy's agent, Barry Axelrod, he is dealing with five AL teams and two NL clubs,...
Padres name hitting, bench coaches: The Padres filled two positions on their coaching staff Monday when Jim Lefebvre was named hitting coach and Ted Simmons was selected as bench coach for 2009.
Major names headline Saturday filings: Brewers flamethrower CC Sabathia, D-backs slugger Adam Dunn and all-time saves leader Trevor Hoffman of the Padres were some of the biggest names to file for free agency on Saturday.
Hoffman files for free agency: Padres reliever Trevor Hoffman filed for free agency on Saturday, though the all-time Major League saves leader could still return to San Diego. Hoffman has stated his desire to return, and the Padres want their closer back for another season.
Friars in no rush to deal ace Peavy: In no rush to deal his club's best pitcher, Padres GM Kevin Towers has reiterated that ace right-hander Jake Peavy is not officially on the trade block.
Braves won't deal top talent for Peavy (AP): General manager Frank Wren insists the Braves won't trade their most valued prospects, apparently not even to bring Jake Peavy to Atlanta. Speculation about the Braves' interest in Peavy has grown since the San Diego Padres confirmed they were fielding offers for the 2007 NL Cy Young winner. On Sept. 29, one day after the Braves completed their first 90-loss season since 1990, Wren said he wouldn't...
Agent: Prior wants to pitch for Padres: John Boggs, the agent for right-hander Mark Prior, said Tuesday that Prior wants to pitch for the Padres in '09. Prior, who signed with the Padres before the 2008 season but did not pitch, had shoulder surgery in June and is a free agent.
Braves preparing a pitch for Peavy: Getting an early jump toward rebuilding their starting rotation, the Braves have already talked to the Padres to gain a sense of what it might take to acquire Jake Peavy in what could potentially be this offseason's most significant trade.
Peavy unlikely to go to Astros: The Padres' Jake Peavy, the hottest name on the trade market, has expressed an interest in joining the Astros, though he is strongly believed to be drawing the most interest from the Dodgers and the Braves.
Peavy trade derby: Padres court additional teams: Sources say that the Padres are reaching out to a number of additional teams in an effort to trade Jake Peavy.
Sources: Padres lining up suitors for shot at Peavy: The San Diego Padres have begun to exchange names with teams interested in All-Star pitcher Jake Peavy.
Union says teams colluded against Bonds (AP):
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The baseball players' union says it has found evidence teams acted in concert against signing Barry Bonds but it reached an agreement with the commissioner's office to delay the filing of any grievance. The union expressed concern in May about the lack of offers to the home run king. Filing a grievance would trigger proceedings before arbitrator Shyam Das.
Hoffman to be offered contract soon: The Padres will make a formal contract offer to closer Trevor Hoffman this week. Hoffman is eligible to file for free agency after the World Series.
Padres C Barrett waived, now free agent (AP): Padres catcher Michael Barrett, who missed 115 games because of injuries, has elected free agency after clearing outright waivers. Also Friday, the Padres claimed second baseman Travis Denker off waivers from the San Francisco Giants. Barrett missed the last three months of the season after fouling a ball off hisface at Colorado on July 2.
Barrett clears waivers, opts for free agency: Padres catcher Michael Barrett, who missed 115 games because of injuries, has elected free agency after clearing outright waivers.
Padres downplay sale report: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Padres dismissed as "highly speculative" a report that owner John Moores will sell 49 percent of the team as part of a divorce settlement with wife Becky....
Padres downplay sale report: The San Diego Padres dismissed as"highly speculative"a report that owner John Moores will sell 49 percent of the team as part of a divorce settlement with wife Becky.
Padres downplay report of sale (AP): The San Diego Padres dismissed as "highly speculative" a report that owner John Moores will sell 49 percent of the team as part of a divorce settlement with wife Becky. "Obviously, since the Padres are part of the community estate, the matter of the Padres will need to be addressed as part of the divorce proceedings," the team said in a statement released in response to the report by NBC 7/39.
Padres file grievance against Greene: The Padres filed a grievance against shortstop Khalil Greene, seeking to recover about one-third of his $4.5 million salary after he missed the final two months of the season with a broken hand. Greene punched a storage cabinet, causing the break.
Bard, Estes clear waivers, become free agents: The San Diego Padres opened space on their 40-man roster on Monday, when catcher Josh Bard and left-hander Shawn Estes cleared outright waivers and chose to become free agents.
Towers: Black not fully responsible for bad season: Padres general manager Kevin Towers figured the first step toward digging out from a 99-loss season was to bring back Bud Black as manager.
Towers: Black 'still the right guy' to lead Padres: Padres general manager Kevin Towers figured the first step toward digging out from a 99-loss season was to bring back Bud Black as manager.
Towers endorses Black's return to Padres (AP):
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Padres general manager Kevin Towers figured the first step toward digging out from a 99-loss season was to bring back Bud Black as manager. "This is still the right guy to lead this organization," Towers said during a news conference in the home dugout at Petco Park on Tuesday. "I don't think based on the record we could hold him fully responsible for the outcome of the season." Towers also said...
Bud Black to return as Padres manager: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Manager Bud Black won't be made a scapegoat for the San Diego Padres' worst finish in 15 years....
Bud Black to return as Padres manager: Manager Bud Black won't be made a scapegoat for the San Diego Padres'worst finish in 15 years.
Padres retain Black as manager for 2009 season: Bud Black is coming back as manager of the San Diego Padres despite the club's worst finish in 15 seasons.
Black to return as Padres manager (AP):
San Diego Padres manager Bud Black watches the Pittsburgh Pirates shut down the Padres in the top of the ninth inning to clinch a 9-1 win in a baseball game in Pittsburgh. The Padres announced late Monday afternoon, Sept. 29, 2008, that Black and most of his staff will return in 2009. " align="left" border="0">
Manager Bud Black won't be made a scapegoat for the San Diego Padres' worst finish in 15 years. The Padres announced late Monday afternoon that Black and most of his staff will return in 2009. The Padres finished last in the NL West this year at 63-99, 21 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. It was their worst finish since going 61-101 in 1993.
Pirates 6, Padres 1: Adam LaRoche and Steve Pearce hit consecutive homers in the fourth inning and the Pirates beat the San Diego Padres 6-1 Sunday in a matchup of last-place clubs.
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LaRoche, Pearce blast Pirates to finale win: SAN DIEGO -- The 2008 season most assuredly did not end yesterday for the Pirates when back-to-back blasts by Adam LaRoche and Steve Pearce bested the San Diego Padres, 6-1, at Petco Park, even if the schedule suggests as much.
Padres 3, Pirates 2: Kevin Kouzmanoff and Chris Young made sure the San Diego Padres won't lose 100 games.
Padres beat Pirates 3-2, will avoid 100 losses: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Kouzmanoff and Chris Young made sure the San Diego Padres won't lose 100 games....
MRI on Geer's elbow shows strain: Padres right-hander Josh Geer had an MRI Saturday which showed a Grade One strain, which could have kept him out two weeks if the season were still going. Geer left Friday's game after 63 pitches and five innings against the Pirates.
Dodgers win West, lose to Padres: Brian Giles and Adrian Gonzalez hit home runs Thursday to lead the Padres to a 7-5 victory over the Dodgers in front of a sold-out crowd of 52,569 at Dodger Stadium hours after Los Angeles clinched the NL West title.
Dodgers clinch NL West with Arizona loss (AP):
Los Angeles Dodgers player Steve Garvey, left, talks with Tommy Lasorda, special adviser to the team chairmian, prior to the Dodgers' baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008 in Los Angeles. The Dodgers clinched their first NL West championship in four years Thursday without lifting a bat. Entering the day with a magic number of one, the Dodgers got what they needed when the second-place Arizona Diamondbacks lost 12-3 at St. Louis in the afternoon. " align="left" border="0">
Jeff Kent was like a proud parent, watching his younger teammates enjoy their first champagne celebration after the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the NL West championship. Just a year ago, when the Dodgers faded out of contention, Kent was critical of their efforts. He has a much different feeling now.
Win has Dodgers on verge of title: Manny Ramirez and Nomar Garciaparra homered as Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers beat the Padres Wednesday night, 12-4, cutting the magic number to clinch the National League West to one after the D-backs lost to the Cardinals.
Dodgers 12, Padres 4: Manny Ramirez and Nomar Garciaparra homered, and the surging Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 12-4 Wednesday night to clinch a tie for their first NL West championship in four years.
Dodgers clinch tie for NL West title: The surging Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 12-4 Wednesday night.
Dodgers clinch tie for NL West title (AP):
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are a happy bunch, but they're not celebrating just yet. They hope to be doing so Thursday. Manny Ramirez and Nomar Garciaparra homered, and the surging Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 12-4 Wednesday night to clinch a tie for their first NL West championship in four years. The Dodgers' victory combined with Arizona's 4-2 loss at St.
Wally Joyner resigns as Padres'hitting coach: Wally Joyner quit Tuesday as hitting coach of the San Diego Padres. San Diego began Tuesday with a .250 batting average, 27th in the major leagues and ahead of only Cincinnati, Oakland and Washington. At 61-95, the Padres have their worst record since 2003.
Dodgers win, reduce magic number to 3 (AP):
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Two big swings edged the Los Angeles Dodgers closer to claiming the NL West title and gave them greater control over making the postseason. Nomar Garciaparra and Blake DeWitt each hit three-run homers and the Dodgers reduced their magic number to three with a 10-1 victory Tuesday night. "Three is our number," Dodgers manager Joe Torre said.
Joyner tenders resignation: Wally Joyner, the Padres hitting coach, tendered his resignation Monday. Joyner, who took over last season after the Padres let hitting coach Merv Rettenmund go, submitted his letter of resignation effective at the end of the regular season, according to his agent, Barry Axelrod.
Padres 6, Nationals 2: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Well, at least the San Diego Padres can call themselves the best of the worst in the National League.
Boone's blast part of Yankees history: The Yankees invited Nationals infielder Aaron Boone to attend the final game at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, but he declined the invitation because of prior commitments, primary among them playing an afternoon game against the Padres at Nationals Park.
Padres 6, Nationals 1: Chris Young allowed just two hits in seven innings and hit the first home run of his career to lead the San Diego Padres to a 6-1 win over the Washington Nationals on Saturday night.
Rockies 1, Padres 0: Joe Koshansky homered and five Colorado pitchers combined for a five-hitter in the Rockies' 1-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday.
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Rockies 10, Padres 3: Chris Iannetta hit his first career grand slam, Jeff Baker had a three-run homer and the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 10-3 on Tuesday night.
LeBlanc, offense take care of Rockies: Lefty Wade LeBlanc allowed four runs on seven hits in six innings and got plenty of offensive support, as the Padres beat the Rockies, 11-5, on Monday. Adrian Gonzalez drove in four, and Matt Antonelli hit his first Major League homer.
Padres 11, Rockies 5: Adrian Gonzalez homered and drove in four runs, Wade LeBlanc earned his first career win and the San Diego Padres beat the Colorado Rockies 11-5 on Monday night.
Something old, something new in SF win: The Giants continued surging Sunday, outlasting the San Diego Padres, 8-6, in 10 innings. The unsinkable Pablo Sandoval doubled and scored the go-ahead run in the 10th before pinch-hitter Rich Aurilia drew a bases-loaded walk.
Giants 8, Padres 6: Rookie Pablo Sandoval scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in the 10th inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 on Sunday.
Lincecum hurls shutout for 17th victory: Maintaining his dominance over the San Diego Padres, Tim Lincecum pitched a four-hit shutout Saturday night to lead the Giants to a 7-0 victory.
Winn leads Giants' offensive surge: The Giants entered Saturday night's rematch against the San Diego Padres having amassed double-figure hit totals in seven consecutive games, their longest such streak of the season. One primary source for this surge has been outfielder Randy Winn, who ranked fifth in the National League with a .317 batting average and owned a nine-game hitting streak (18-for-40, .450) as Saturday dawned.
Giants 7, Padres 0: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tim Lincecum pitched a four-hitter for his first career shutout and the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres 7-0 on Saturday night.
Giants' Lincecum wins 17th game, 7-0 over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tim Lincecum pitched a four-hitter for his first career shutout and the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres 7-0 on Saturday night....
Giants' Lincecum 4-hits Padres, wins 7-0 (AP):
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There was no doubt in Tim Lincecum's mind as he headed to the mound in the ninth inning that he would throw his first shutout. The San Francisco Giants' right-hander, who had never thrown a complete game in 53 previous career starts, pitched a four-hitter to lead the Giants to a 7-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night.
Padres outright Falkenborg: In order to make room for their two newest pitchers, Charlie Haeger and Scott Patterson, the Padres outrighted right-handed pitcher Brian Falkenborg to Triple-A Portland on Friday.
Padres host Patriot Day at PETCO Park: The Padres hosted Patriot Day at PETCO Park on Thursday, as they observed the anniversary of one of the most tragic days in American history, Sept. 11, 2001.
Gonzalez Bros. lead Padres past Giants: Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez combined for three home runs and became the first brothers to homer in the same game since 2005 as the Padres defeated the Giants, 11-3, on Thursday at PETCO Park.
Gonzalez hits 2 HRs as Padres rip Giants (AP):
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For a team going nowhere, it sure was an eventful night for the San Diego Padres. Adrian Gonzalez homered twice and drove in four runs to set career highs with 31 homers and 103 RBIs, leading the Padres to an 11-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday. Gonzalez, San Diego's only All-Star this season, joined Fred McGriff (1991-92) and Phil Nevin (2000-01) as the only players in Padres...
Lowe struck by line drive, leaves game: Dodgers starter Derek Lowe left Wednesday night's game against the Padres after being struck on the back of the right knee on a comebacker by Kevin Kouzmanoff.
Ramirez hits 2 homers in Dodgers' win: The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 7-2 on Wednesday night.
Dodgers lead NL West by 3 1-2 games (AP):
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Petco Park is a big ball park. Manny Ramirez makes it look small. "When he hits the ball in the air, it doesn't come down," Los Angeles Dodgers manager Joe Torre said. Ramirez hit two prodigious two-run homers, both to the deepest part of the park in center field and the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 7-2 on Wednesday night and extended their lead in the NL West to a season-high 3 1/2 games over...
Torrid Ethier leads Dodgers rally: Andre Ethier drove in the tying run, scored the go-ahead run and drove in four runs as the Dodgers rallied to beat the Padres Tuesday night, 6-2.
Dodgers 6, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Andre Ethier drove in four runs, Manny Ramirez quieted the boos with a line-drive homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the last-place San Diego Padres 6-2 on Tuesday night to extend their NL West lead to 2 1/2 games.
Ethier, Ramirez lead Dodgers to 6-2 win over Pods: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Andre Ethier drove in four runs, Manny Ramirez quieted the boos with a line-drive homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the last-place San Diego Padres 6-2 on Tuesday night to extend their NL West lead to 2 1/2 games....
Dodgers push NL West lead to 2 1/2 games (AP):
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Andre Ethier drove in four runs, Manny Ramirez quieted the boos with a line-drive homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the last-place San Diego Padres 6-2 on Tuesday night to extend their NL West lead to 2 1/2 games. The win came shortly after second-place Arizona lost 5-4 at San Francisco. The Dodgers won for the ninth time in 10 games.
Hoffman wants to return to Padres: In case there was any uncertainty about the matter, Trevor Hoffman said on Monday night that he wants to return to the Padres next season and perhaps for a few more seasons after that.
Dodgers blanked by Padres: The first-place Dodgers were ambushed by the last-place Padres on Monday night at PETCO Park, a 4-0 loss snapping their eight-game win streak.
Padres 4, Dodgers 0: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez hit a two-run homer off former teammate Greg Maddux and the last-place San Diego Padres beat NL West leader Los Angeles 4-0 on Monday night, snapping the Dodgers' eight-game winning streak.
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Padres snap Dodgers' win streak: The Padres beat the Dodgers 4-0 on Monday night, snapping Los Angeles' eight-game winning streak.
Padres end Dodgers' 8-game win streak (AP):
Back in San Diego with the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers, Greg Maddux had the same result he often had this summer with the last-place Padres. Adrian Gonzalez hit a two-run homer off Maddux in the first inning and the Padres beat the Dodgers 4-0 on Monday night, snapping Los Angeles' eight-game winning streak.
Padres 10, Brewers 1: Chris Young came within four outs of a perfect game, retiring the first 23 Milwaukee Brewers in order before Gabe Kapler homered, and the San Diego Padres beat the Milwaukee Brewers 10-1 on Sunday.
Padres' Young perfect for 7 2-3 in win (AP):
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Chris Young came within four outs of perfection, a major accomplishment for a guy whose season has been anything but perfect. Young retired the first 23 Brewers in order before Gabe Kapler homered, and the San Diego Padres beat Milwaukee 10-1 on Sunday. Not bad for a guy who missed nine weeks after a scorching liner from Albert Pujols broke his nose.
Hardy's heroics end Brewers' skid: Eric Gagne surrendered an eighth-inning home run that cost southpaw CC Sabathia his 10th Brewers win, but J.J. Hardy's 11th-inning single gave Milwaukee a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres at Miller Park on Friday that snapped a four-game losing streak.
Brewers 3, Padres 2: MILWAUKEE (AP) -- CC Sabathia pitched seven strong innings, but the Milwaukee Brewers needed a RBI single from J.J. Hardy in the 11th inning to beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Friday night.
Full count: Mr. August: Jeff Suppan began September with a bad start against the San Diego Padres but he was solid in August, going 5-0 with a...
Padres 5, Brewers 2: The San Diego Padres played a late game Wednesday night in Los Angeles.They lost two hours on the plane ride to...
Brewers end skid on Hardy's RBI in 11th (AP):
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CC Sabathia was his usual dominant self Friday night, but the Milwaukee Brewers needed a clutch hit from shortstop J.J. Hardy to finally get a September win. The Brewers, trying to make the playoffs for the first time in 26 years, beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 in 11 innings on Hardy's RBI single. The win snapped the Brewers' four-game losing streak and got them within four games of the NL...
Brewers suffer fourth straight loss: The Brewers have dropped four in a row to start September, including Thursday's 5-2 loss to the last-place Padres at Miller Park that cost them an opportunity to gain a half-game in the NL Central.
Sheets on schedule for Saturday start: Three days after he left a start early with what he called"cramping"in his groin, Brewers right-hander Ben Sheets appeared on track to start as scheduled on Saturday against the Padres.
Gerut could miss another week: Padres center fielder Jody Gerut could miss another week, and right-handed pitcher Chad Reineke might be out longer than that.
Padres 5, Brewers 2: MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Will Venable hit his first career homer and the San Diego Padres beat Milwaukee 5-2 on Thursday night, handing the slumping Brewers their fourth straight loss.
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Venable, Padres deal slumping Brewers another loss: MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Will Venable hit his first career homer and the San Diego Padres beat Milwaukee 5-2 on Thursday night, handing the slumping Brewers their fourth straight loss....
Brewers' skid now 4 as Padres win 5-2 (AP):
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Mike Cameron and Jeff Suppan were each brought to Milwaukee for their postseason experience, and they both had the same message Thursday night. "Keep pushing, keep pushing, keep pushing until whenever, Sept. 28 or whatever it is," Cameron said. "Then you look up and see where you're at. I would think everyone here knows that this is a pretty damn good baseball team." The stumbling Brewers just...
Sweep sets up NL West showdown: The Dodgers used three homers and a decent performance from Hiroki Kuroda to win their fifth straight game, 6-4, on Wednesday against the Padres at Dodger Stadium.
Dodgers 6, Padres 4: Blake DeWitt and Angel Berroa hit back-to-back homers in the fourth inning to put Los Angeles ahead for good, and the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 on Wednesday night.
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DeWitt, Berroa homer to spark Dodgers past Padres: LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Blake DeWitt and Angel Berroa hit back-to-back homers in the fourth inning to put Los Angeles ahead for good, and the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 on Wednesday night to complete a sweep of the three-game series....
DeWitt, Berroa hit homers to spark Dodgers: The Dodgers beat the Padres 6-4 on Wednesday night.
Ramirez, Ethier lead Dodgers over Padres: The resurgent Los Angeles Dodgers closed in on Arizona in the NL West with an 8-4 win over the San Diego Padres.
Maddux ties Clemens at 354 wins: Greg Maddux tied Roger Clemens for eighth place on the career list with his 354th victory, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.
Padres 2, Rockies 1: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman blew the save after a terrific outing by Jake Peavy but Luis Rodriguez singled in the winning run in the ninth to give the San Diego Padres a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday.
Six-run inning helps Geer win first: The Padres erupted for six runs in the fourth inning, and right-hander Josh Geer, making his Major League debut, allowed two runs in five innings to pick up the win, as San Diego topped Colorado, 9-4, on Saturday night.
Geer wins major league debut in Padres' 9-4 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Brian Giles drove in two runs during San Diego's six-run fourth inning and Josh Geer won his major league debut subbing for Jake Peavy in the Padres' 9-4 win over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night....
Rockies feel good in besting Padres: After putting up four runs in the fourth inning, the Colorado Rockies held on to defeat the San Diego Padres, 7-4, on Friday in San Diego.
Garrett Atkins hits 2 homers in Rockies' 9-4 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Garrett Atkins hit two home runs and had a season-high five RBI to lift the Colorado Rockies to a 9-4 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night....
Where are they now? Steve Finley: Outfielder Steve Finley was part of a successful Padres squad, even making a trip to the World Series in 1998. Now no longer playing, he calls San Diego his home, but still feels like he's got the ability to play baseball at the highest level.
Johnson denied win No. 295 by Padres: Lefty Randy Johnson allowed three runs in seven innings, but the Padres rallied past the D-backs, 5-4, on Wednesday after Johnson left the game. Johnson gave up three in the seventh inning, and Chad Qualls allowed two in the eighth.
Major League Roundup: Reeling Dodgers Lose Sixth in a Row: Jody Gerut drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the eighth inning as the San Diego Padres denied the Arizona Diamondbacks a win with a 5-4 victory.
Gerut lifts Padres past Diamondbacks 5-4: Jody Gerut singled in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning and the San Diego Padres denied Randy Johnson his 295th career win with a 5-4 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday.
Giles homers as Padres deny Webb 20th win: Brian Giles and Kevin Kouzmanoff both drove in three runs as the San Diego Padres denied Brandon Webb his 20th victory with a 9-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Padres rally to sweep D-Backs: The Diamondbacks left town with three losses to the lowly San Diego Padres on Wednesday.
Gerut lifts Padres past Diamondbacks 5-4: Last place San Diego made the improbable happen by sweeping NL West-leading Arizona. The Padres did it when Jody Gerut's go-ahead single capped a two-run rally in the eighth inning for a 5-4 win over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday. It was Arizona's fourth...
Webb's first try at milestone ends in loss: Brandon Webb fell short in his first bid for his 20th win, as he allowed nine hits and six runs in 4 2/3 innings of a 9-2 D-backs loss to the Padres on Tuesday. Mark Reynolds hit a two-run homer in the fourth for the only offense.
Padres 9, Diamondbacks 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Brian Giles and Kevin Kouzmanoff both drove in three runs as the San Diego Padres denied Brandon Webb his 20th victory with a 9-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Padres rough up Webb, rout D-Backs: Webb has delivered for the D-Backs all season, but tonight he struggled against the Padres.
Arizona's Webb denied 20th win by Padres (AP):
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One bad start down, six more chances for Brandon Webb to get 20 wins. Webb got knocked around in one of his worst starts of the season as the San Diego Padres denied him becoming the majors' first 20-game winner with a 9-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night. Webb (19-5) lost in his first bid to become the NL's first 20-game winner since 2005 with one of his few bad outings,...
Padres top D-backs on Gerut's walk-off: Jody Gerut smacked a two-run homer to right field with two outs in the bottom of the ninth, as the Padres beat the D-backs, 4-2, on Monday night. Ace right-hander Jake Peavy got a no-decision despite six strong innings.
Padres snap 7-game skid on Gerut's homer in 9th: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jody Gerut hit a two-run homer off Jon Rauch in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the San Diego Padres snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2 Monday night....
Correia celebrates birthday with win: For the first time in his career, Kevin Correia can celebrate after a win on his birthday. The team had lost in his past three birthday appearances, once after he blew a save, but Sunday, he pitched six innings in a 7-4 Giants victory over the Padres.
NYT>Baseball: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Rich Aurilia tripled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning and the San Francisco Giants matched their season-best four-game winning streak with a 4-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Saturday.
Lincecum gets 200th K in 14th victory: Tim Lincecum became the first Major Leaguer to strike out 200 batters this season and Travis Ishikawa belted a three-run homer in a five-run fourth inning to lead the Giants to a 5-0 triumph Friday night over the San Diego Padres.
Padres activate Bard from disabled list: The Padres activated oft-injured catcher Josh Bard from the 15-day disabled list before their game Friday at AT&T Park against the San Francisco Giants.
Lincecum leads Giants past Padres: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Tim Lincecum pitched eight innings to earn his 14th victory of the year and Travis Ishikawa hit a three-run homer as the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres 5-0 on Friday night....
Giants' Lincecum brilliant for 14th win (AP):
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One of these days Tim Lincecum believes he'll pitch a complete game. For now, the San Francisco right-hander will settle for leading the major leagues in strikeouts. Lincecum pitched eight dominant innings and struck out eight to become the first pitcher in the major leagues to reach 200 this season in the Giants' 5-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Webb goes sweeping in finale: Brandon Webb set a new career best with his 19th victory of the season in Arizona's 4-1 win over the Padres on Thursday at Chase Field.
Diamondbacks 4, Padres 1: PHOENIX (AP) -- Brandon Webb pitched seven shutout innings for his career-high and major league-leading 19th victory Thursday night in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres.
Notes: Haren looking to make adjustments: Dan Haren knows he will have to adjust when he faces the Padres on Monday.
Arizona's Webb dominant in 19th win (AP):
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It was a career night all around for Brandon Webb -- the most victories he's ever racked up in a season, plus the hardest shot he's ever absorbed in the majors. Webb pitched seven shutout innings for his career-high and major league-leading 19th victory Thursday night in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres.
Offensive fireworks lift D-backs to win: Trailing by four runs after a half-inning, the D-backs got three in the first on an Adam Dunn homer, then three more in the second en route to an 8-6 win over the Padres on Wednesday. Dan Haren struggled early but settled down for the win.
Diamondbacks 8, Padres 6: Adam Dunn hit his National League-leading 34th home run, his second in as many games, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 on Wednesday night.
Dunn homers, Haren gets No. 14 as D'backs outslug Padres: Adam Dunn hit his National League-leading 34th home run, his second in as many games, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 on Wednesday night.
Dunn homers, Diamondbacks outslug Padres 8-6: In a pitchers' duel that wasn't, Arizona Diamondbacks slugger Adam Dunn stole the show. Dunn hit his National League-leading 34th home run, his second in as many games, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 8-6 on Wednesday night. With San...
Maddux dealt to Dodgers for prospects: The Padres sent veteran Greg Maddux to the Dodgers on Tuesday for two prospects. Maddux was 20-20 in 60 career starts for the Padres and has won 353 games in his career. There's a chance the right-hander could return to the Padres in '09.
Diamondbacks 7, Padres 6: Adam Dunn hit his National League-leading 33rd home run in his Arizona home debut, powering the Diamondbacks to a 7-6 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
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Dunn homers in first home game for Diamondbacks: If Adam Dunn was feeling a little nervous before his first game in front of the Diamondbacks' home fans who expect his arrival to tip the NL West race in Arizona's favor, it didn't show. Dunn hit his first homer for Arizona in a 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Dunn's first Arizona homer takes down Padres 7-6: PHOENIX (AP) -- Adam Dunn hit his National League-leading 33rd home run in his Arizona home debut, powering the Diamondbacks to a 7-6 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Dunn's first Arizona homer takes down Padres 7-6: Adam Dunn hit his National League-leading 33rd home run in his Arizona home debut, powering the Diamondbacks to a 7-6 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night. Conor Jackson had two hits and two RBIs for the Diamondbacks, who have won four of five...
Maddux rejoins Dodgers for another pennant race: Greg Maddux is back with the Los Angeles Dodgers for another stretch drive following a 120-mile trip up the California coast. The Dodgers reacquired Maddux from the San Diego Padres on Tuesday, getting the future Hall of Famer and cash for two minor leaguers to be named or cash.
Up next: San Diego Padres: The Padres have continued their losing ways since the last time the Diamondbacks faced them.
Report: Dodgers to get Maddux: For the second time in three seasons, it appears that Greg Maddux won't finish the season where he started.The Los Angeles Times reported last night that the team had completed a deal with San Diego for the righthander. Citing an anonymous source close to the deal, the newspaper did not know who the Padres would receive in return.
Phillies' Manuel senses clock is ticking: SAN DIEGO - Maybe this West Coast trip was a wake-up call for the Phillies.They left Philadelphia last Sunday with a two-game lead over the New York Mets in the National League East. The Phillies entered last night's series finale against the San Diego Padres 21/2 games behind the Mets, needing a victory to avoid their first 1-6 road trip since May 2002.
Report: Maddux off to L.A. to bolster Dodger staff: The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired veteran right-hander Greg Maddux from the Padres to bolster their rotation for the stretch run, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Source: Padres to deal Maddux to Dodgers (AP): Greg Maddux is headed back to the Los Angeles Dodgers. San Diego and Los Angeles agreed to a trade that puts the 353-game winner in a pennant race again, according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke on condition of anonymity Monday night because no announcement had been made. It was unclear what the last-place Padres would receive in return for the 42-year-old Maddux, who will join a...
Major League Roundup: Hamels Ends Skid in Phillies’Victory: Cole Hamels pitched eight sharp innings to snap a seven-start winless skid and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres.
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Hamels snaps winless skid in Phillies' 2-1 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Cole Hamels pitched eight sharp innings to snap a seven-start winless skid, Pat Burrell hit a go-ahead homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres 2-1 on Sunday night....
Phillies Notes: Phillies' Manuel senses clock is ticking: SAN DIEGO - Maybe this West Coast trip was a wake-up call for the Phillies.They left Philadelphia last Sunday with a two-game lead over the New York Mets in the National League East. The Phillies entered last night's series finale against the San Diego Padres 21/2 games behind the Mets, needing a victory to avoid their first 1-6 road trip since May 2002.
Reineke does it all in win over Phils: Brian Giles drove in four runs and rookie pitcher Chad Reineke got both his first Major League hit and RBI as the Padres beat the Phillies, 8-3, on Saturday night at PETCO Park.
Reineke wins major league debut with Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Chad Reineke pitched five innings and got his first hit and RBI to win his major league debut in the San Diego Padres' 8-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night....
Phillies Notes: Phillies still hunting for runs: SAN DIEGO - Milt Thompson has been searching for a miracle solution for the last nine weeks.That search continues. After losing four straight to the Dodgers, the Phillies beat the San Diego Padres, 1-0, Friday night, but Thompson would like more production.
Phillies 1, Padres 0: Jamie Moyer outpitched fellow 40-something Greg Maddux for seven innings, Pat Burrell homered and the Philadelphia Phillies snapped a four-game skid with a 1-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Phillies win a grand, old pitchers' duel: About 3 hours before the sun faded over the Pacific and the Phillies and Padres commenced their three-game series at PETCO Park, a 42-year-old pitcher stepped into the batting cage and began spraying balls across the stadium's expansive outfield.
Moyer outpitches Maddux in Phillies' victory: Jamie Moyer outpitched fellow 40-something Greg Maddux for seven innings, Pat Burrell homered and the Philadelphia Phillies snapped a four-game skid with a 1-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Moyer outpitches Maddux in Phillies' win (AP):
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Although Jamie Moyer and Greg Maddux have combined to appear in 1,366 major league games, they have faced each other just twice. That second meeting was one for the aged. Moyer outpitched fellow 40-something Maddux for seven innings Friday night, Pat Burrell homered and the Philadelphia Phillies broke a four-game skid with a 1-0 win over the San Diego Padres.
Seventh a stumbling block for Sheets: The Brewers scratched out a go-ahead run in the top of the seventh inning against Jake Peavy before the Padres answered back against Ben Sheets in the bottom of the frame, scoring three runs for a 3-2 win that dashed Milwaukee's bid for a series sweep on Thursday at PETCO Park.
Major League Roundup: Dodgers Remain Dominant Against the Reeling Phillies: Jake Peavy pitched seven strong innings Thursday and the San Diego Padres snapped the Milwaukee Brewers’eight-game winning streak with a 3-2 victory.
Peavy outduels Sheets to lead Padres to win: Jake Peavy wants to be clear _ he's not ducking anyone. Peavy outpitched Ben Sheets with seven strong innings Thursday and the San Diego Padres snapped the Milwaukee Brewers' eight-game winning streak with a 3-2 victory. Peavy (9-8) allowed one run and four...
NL: Peavy, Padres stymie red-hot Sheets, Brewers: Jake Peavy wants to be clear— he’s not ducking anyone. Peavy outpitched Ben Sheets with seven strong innings Thursday and the San Diego Padres snapped the Milwaukee Brewers’ eight-game winning streak with a 3-2 victory.
CC earns seventh win in new uniform: C Sabathia and the Brewers are unbeatable right now. Milwaukee won its eighth straight, 7-1, over the Padres as Sabathia improved to 7-0 with the Brewers.
Brewers 7, Padres 1: CC Sabathia pitched seven solid innings to remain perfect with the Milwaukee Brewers, who extended their winning streak to eight games with a 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.
Sabathia wins again to lift Brewers over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- CC Sabathia pitched seven solid innings to remain perfect with the Milwaukee Brewers, who extended their winning streak to eight games with a 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night....
Sabathia wins again to lift Brewers over Padres: CC Sabathia pitched seven solid innings to remain perfect with the Milwaukee Brewers, who extended their winning streak to eight games with a 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night. Sabathia (7-0) has been sensational for the Brewers in...
Brew Crew's streak hits seven: The Brewers won their seventh straight game on Tuesday, riding eight strong innings from Jeff Suppan and Prince Fielder's go-ahead, three-run home run to a 5-2 win over the Padres at PETCO Park.
Brewers 5, Padres 2: Prince Fielder hit a three-run homer and Jeff Suppan pitched eight strong innings to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to their seventh straight victory, 5-2 over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
Fielder's 3-run HR leads Brewers over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Prince Fielder hit a three-run homer and Jeff Suppan pitched eight strong innings to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to their seventh straight victory, 5-2 over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Fielder's 3-run HR leads Brewers over Padres: It's not just CC Sabathia. Jeff Suppan and the other Milwaukee Brewers starters are getting hot at the right time. Suppan pitched eight strong innings to lead the Brewers to their seventh straight victory, 5-2 over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night. While...
Helton transferred to 60-day DL: The Rockies placed Todd Helton, who has been out since July 3 with a strained lower back, on the 60-day disabled list before their rubber game against the Padres.
Padres 16, Rockies 7: DENVER (AP) -- San Diego hit four home runs, three in the third inning alone, Brian Giles and Adrian Gonzalez finished with four hits each and the Padres spoiled Livan Hernandez's return to the National League with a 16-7 win over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday.
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Maddux's guile thrills Friars in win: San Diego's Greg Maddux allowed two runs over six innings and drove in a run with his first bunt single in nearly a decade as the Padres defeated the Rockies, 8-3, at Coors Field on Saturday.
Padres' Giles vetoes waiver deal with Red Sox: Brian Giles has indicated that he will block a waiver deal that would have sent him to the Boston Red Sox, and an hour before the deadline for making a deal between the Padres and Red Sox, it appeared he would remain with San Diego.
Rockies 6, Padres 3: DENVER (AP) -- Glendon Rusch pitched six solid innings against his former team and Ian Stewart homered to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Giles nixes deal to Red Sox: CHICAGO -- As much as the Red Sox would have liked depth and protection for their injured players, they are moving on at this hour after receiving a thumbs down from San Diego outfielder Brian Giles on a deal to Boston. A Padres source has confirmed that Giles, who had a no-trade clause that included Boston, will be returned to ...
Rusch beats former team in 6-3 win over Padres: A year ago, Glendon Rusch wondered if his career was over. Friday night, he showed he's far from done. Rusch pitched six solid innings against his former team and Ian Stewart homered to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres. Garrett...
Wright's walk-off homer gives Mets win: A two-run home run by David Wright in the ninth inning Thursday produced a 5-3 Mets victory against the Padres and spared the bullpen more angst.
Mets 5, Padres 3: A Weary Wright Hits a Walk-Off Homer: David Wright hit a two-run home run off Heath Bell with two outs in the bottom of the ninth to give the Mets a victory over the San Diego Padres at Shea Stadium on Thursday.
Relievers Again Fail to Support Santana: Santana ambled off the mound with a 3-1 lead over the San Diego Padres in the eighth inning, which the Mets’bullpen mishandled.
Red Sox put in claim on Giles: CHICAGO - Though it would seem the Red Sox have a set outfield - with Jason Bay, J.D. Drew, Jacoby Ellsbury, and Coco Crisp - they submitted a waiver claim for the Padres' Brian Giles Wednesday, according to a source with direct knowledge of the situation.
MLB Notebook | Red Sox put in claim for Padre Giles: The claim means the Sox and Padres could work out a trade for Giles, the Padres could simply let him go to the Sox, or San Diego could pull him back off waivers, though any of those options would have to be completed within a 48-hour period that ends today.
Mets win, but Santana doesn't: David Wright and Johan Santana were feeling a bit numb, for different reasons.Wright hit a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning after the Mets' bullpen blew another late lead for Santana in the Mets' 5-3 win over the San Diego Padres yesterday at Shea Stadium.
Red Sox working on deal to acquire Padres' Giles: The Red Sox have claimed Padres right fielder Brian Giles on waivers and are negotiating to acquire the 14-year veteran from San Diego.
Wright's HR in 9th gets Mets past Padres (AP):
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David Wright and Johan Santana were feeling a bit numb, for different reasons. Wright hit a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning after the Mets' bullpen blew another late lead for Johan Santana, lifting New York over the San Diego Padres 5-3 Thursday. Mets players tumbled out of the dugout to pile on Wright following the first game-ending homer of his major league career.
Three homers carry Friars over Mets: In defeating the Mets, 4-2, on Wednesday, the Padres received stellar pitching from Cha Seung Baek and early power through first-inning home runs from Jody Gerut and Brian Giles.
Padres hit three homers in latest win over Mets: Jody Gerut hit Pedro Martinez's first pitch for a home run and Mets third baseman David Wright committed a costly error, helping the San Diego Padres beat New York 4-2 on Wednesday night.
Padres hit 3 homers in latest win over Mets: NEW YORK (AP) -- Jody Gerut hit Pedro Martinez's first pitch for a home run and Mets third baseman David Wright committed a costly error, helping the San Diego Padres beat New York 4-2 on Wednesday night....
Padres hit 3 homers in latest win over Mets: For one night at least, Padres manager Bud Black saw a lot of the traits that made his team successful last year and one major thing he didn't see much of in 2007 _ power. Jody Gerut hit Pedro Martinez's opening pitch for the first of San Diego's three homers...
Zito looks like $126 million man: When manager Bruce Bochy jogged to the mound with two outs in the eighth inning, he didn't want to pull Barry Zito even though the Padres' scariest hitter, Adrian Gonzalez, was coming up with two runners aboard. "That was his ballgame at that point," said...
Maddux, Hundley team up to top Giants: Greg Maddux allowed one run over six innings and knocked in a run Sunday as the Padres defeated the Giants, 4-1, before a crowd of 33,060 at PETCO Park.
Padres 4, Giants 1: Greg Maddux drove in a run and pitched six strong innings for his 352nd career victory, leading the San Diego Padres to a 4-1 win over the San Francisco Giants.
Padres' Maddux notches 352nd career win (AP):
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Greg Maddux is back to winning after a long dry spell. Maddux drove in a run and pitched six strong innings to pickup career win No. 352, lifting the San Diego Padres to a 4-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Sunday. Maddux (5-8) won his second straight after having gone through a career-high 14-game winless streak since victory No.
Giants 2, Padres 0: Barry Zito gave up three hits in a season-high eight innings to outpitch Jake Peavy and lead the San Francisco Giants to a 2-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night.
Zito outpitches Peavy in Giants' 2-0 victory: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Barry Zito gave up three hits in a season-high eight innings to outpitch Jake Peavy and lead the San Francisco Giants to a 2-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night....
Velez double in 10th wins it for Giants: Eugenio Velez's pinch-hit, RBI double off Trevor Hoffman broke a 10th-inning tie and lifted the Giants to a 3-2 victory Friday night over the San Diego Padres. Tim Lincecum (pictured) went seven strong innings and got a no-decision.
Velez doubles in go-ahead run for Giants: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Pinch-hitter Eugenio Velez doubled off the wall in right field in the 10th inning to drive in the go-ahead run in the San Francisco Giants' 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night....
Padres' Greene could miss rest of season: San Diego Padres shortstop Khalil Greene has a broken left hand and could miss the rest of the season, manager Bud Black said Thursday.
Haren wins third straight for D-backs: The D-backs are feeling pretty good about themselves heading into their big four-game series with the Dodgers after they beat the Padres for the second this time by a 7-3 margin in front of 31,755 at PETCO Park.
Diamondbacks 3, Padres 0: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Doug Davis gave up a single with two outs in the seventh inning to break up his bid for a perfect game and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Haren pitches Diamondbacks past Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Dan Haren pitched seven solid innings, Chad Tracy and Mark Reynolds each drove in two runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 7-3 Wednesday night....
ASTROS NOTES: Blum uneasy about trading deadline: You can’t blame Astros infielder Geoff Blum if he didn’t sleep following Wednesday’s game in anticipation of today’s non-waiver trading deadline. Blum was traded to the Chicago White Sox from the San Diego Padres at the trade deadline in 2005 and wound up winning a World Series ring. Blum isn’t likely to get traded by 3 p.m. today, but he is still a little uneasy.
Padres 8, Diamondbacks 5: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- In Greg Maddux's brilliant career, no win was harder to get than No. 351.
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Padres' Maddux finally gets 351st win (AP):
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If this was Greg Maddux's last start with the San Diego Padres, he went out with his hard-earned 351st career victory and some love from the fans. Maddux beat Micah Owings and the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-5 on Monday night, snapping a career-worst, 14-start winless streak and passing Hall of Famer Phil Niekro for 10th place on the all-time strikeout list.
Hairston's homer backs Peavy in win: Sunday's afternoon's matinee between the Padres and Pirates was a stroll in the park until Scott Hairston broke the silence with a line-drive home run to left field to lift San Diego over the Pirates, 3-1, at PNC Park.
Black reminisces about HOF inductees: Padres manager Bud Black reminisces about playing against Hall of Fame inductees Goose Gossage and Dick Williams and what they mean to the organization.
Padres 3, Pirates 1: PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jake Peavy struck out 10 in seven strong innings and Scott Hairston hit a go-ahead home run in the eighth to help the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 on Sunday.
Hairston's home run helps Padres beat Pirates 3-1: Jake Peavy and the San Diego Padres seem right at home playing in Pittsburgh. The reigning Cy Young Award winner struck out 10 in seven strong innings and Scott Hairston hit a go-ahead home run in the eighth to help the Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1...
Grabow allows two late homers in Pirates'3-1 loss: Scott Hairston???s line-drive home run in the eighth inning off John Grabow lifted San Diego past the Pirates, 3-1, this afternoon at PNC Park, giving the last-place Padres three of four for the weekend series.
Padres 9, Pirates 6: PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez hit two of San Diego's four home runs while driving in four runs and the Padres built an eight-run lead during a 9-6 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.
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Padres outslug Pirates in victory: Heath Bell's relief effort helped the Padres leave PNC Park on Friday night with a hard-fought 6-5 win over the Pirates in front of 25,727 fans.
Pirates 9, Padres 1: PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Yoslan Herrera pitched six shutout innings for his first major league win, and the Pittsburgh Pirates got back-to-back homers from Jason Bay and Xavier Nady in a 9-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night.
Reds 9, Padres 5: Reds 9, Padres 5
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Maddux winless streak reaches 14 starts (AP):
Greg Maddux has never gone so long without a win. The 350-game winner had another teasing day on the mound Wednesday, watching his lead vanish one pitch after he left the game. Edwin Encarnacion hit a two-run homer that put Cincinnati ahead, and Adam Dunn added a grand slam that let the Reds pull away to a 9-5 victory over the San Diego Padres.
Astros add veteran Wolf to rotation: The Astros acquired left-handed pitcher Randy Wolf from the Padres in exchange for Minor League right-hander Chad Reinecke on Tuesday. Wolf, a veteran in his 10th season, was 6-10 with a 4.74 ERA in 21 starts for San Diego this season.
Reds walk off in 11th to top Padres: Jeff Keppinger hit a walk-off double off Padres reliever Bryan Corey in the 11th inning to give the Reds a 4-3 victory over San Diego at Great American Ball Park on Tuesday night.
Astros add Wolf to staff in swap with Padres: The Houston Astros acquired pitcher Randy Wolf from San Diego on Tuesday in exchange for minor leaguer Chad Reineke. Wolf, an NL All-Star in 2003, is 6-10 with a 4.74 ERA in 21 starts for the Padres this season.
Griffey hits No. 606 before Padres rally to win: The San Diego Padres finally made a dent in their daunting number.Not once all season had they rallied to win a game when they trailed after eight innings. Something bad always seemed to happen, leaving them 0-53 when they went to that last at-bat without the lead.
Keppinger's double sends Reds to 4-3 win in 11: The first eight times that Jake Peavy pitched against Cincinnati, the San Diego Padres ended the game with a celebration. An against-the-odds grounder and a check-swing single ended the trend. Jeff Keppinger hit a run-scoring double with one out in the 11th...
Astros land lefty pitcher Wolf in trade with Padres: The Astros acquired lefthander Randy Wolf from the San Diego Padres this afternoon in exchange for minor-league righthander Chad Reineke.
Padres rally late to dump Reds: Kevin Kouzmanoff's two-run double highlighted a three-run ninth as the Padres rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Reds before a crowd of 18,177 at Great American Ball Park on Monday.
Young 'feels good' in rehab start: The San Diego Padres' Chris Young took one more step toward returning to the club after completing his second rehab start with the Padres' Class A affiliate in Lake Elsinore, Calif., on Friday.
Miles drills walk-off slam for Cardinals: Aaron Miles drilled a walk-off grand slam in the ninth inning to lift the Cardinals to a 9-5 win Sunday and a four-game sweep of the Padres.
Aaron Miles'grand slam in ninth closes door on Padres: Manager Tony La Russa was hoping for a line-drive single or a sacrifice fly. Aaron Miles, too. Instead, Miles shocked the San Diego Padres...
Miles hits slam in 9th, Cards sweep Pads (AP):
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Tony La Russa was hoping for a line-drive single or a sacrifice fly. Aaron Miles, too. Instead, he shocked the San Diego Padres with power. Miles' grand slam in the ninth inning, the first game-ending hit of his career, helped the St. Louis Cardinals recover from another blown save by Jason Isringhausen in a 9-5 victory over San Diego on Sunday that wrapped up a four-game sweep.
Wellemeyer, Cards bounce back: Starter Todd Wellemeyer shook off a shaky first two innings to earn the win, and Albert Pujols knocked in four runs Saturday in a 6-5 win over the Padres.
Villone picks up the pen: For the third straight game Saturday, Cardinals lefthander Ron Villone was brought in from the bullpen and faced San Diego Padres All-Star first baseman Adrian Gonzalez. Villone, a veteran of 14 major-league seasons and 621 big-league games, said he could not recall having done that before.
Pujols has 4 RBIs, Cards rally by Padres (AP):
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The St. Louis Cardinals looked beat, down five runs after two innings in sweltering heat. Then the pitchers started putting up zeroes, and Albert Pujols led an offensive surge. Pujols had three hits and four RBIs and Todd Wellemeyer and four relievers blanked the San Diego Padres the final seven innings in a 6-5 victory on Saturday.
Cards trump Padres in wild victory: Tied at 7 with one out and the bases loaded in the bottom of the eighth inning, Yadier Molina hit a two-run single to spark a rally that gave the Cardinals an 11-7 win over the Padres at Busch Stadium.
Cardinals 11, Padres 7: ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Yadier Molina's two-run single with the bases loaded broke an eighth-inning tie and the St. Louis Cardinals went on to an 11-7 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Molina lifts Cardinals past Padres 11-7 (AP):
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Yadier Molina lacks the gaudy offensive numbers of Albert Pujols, Troy Glaus and first-time All-Star Ryan Ludwick. In the clutch, however, there's nobody the St. Louis Cardinals would rather have at the plate. "I just think he's immune to pressure," manager Tony La Russa said after Molina's two-run single with the bases loaded broke an eighth-inning tie in an 11-7 victory over the San Diego Padres.
D-backs reacquire Clark from Padres: The Padres traded first baseman Tony Clark back to the Diamondbacks for a Minor League pitcher on Thursday. The deal would have been made sooner, but the Padres were waiting to see if Clark would waive his $500,000 trade assignment bonus.
Cards look to bolster 'pen with lefty: If all goes according to plan, the Cardinals will activate reliever Randy Flores from the disabled list in time for the second game of the club's four-game series against the Padres.
D'backs acquire first baseman Clark from Padres: The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired first baseman Tony Clark from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for minor league pitcher Evan Scribner.
Peavy allows 4 solo homers in loss to Cardinals: ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Troy Glaus hit two homers and Rick Ankiel and Joe Mather added one each - all off San Diego's Jake Peavy - and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Padres 4-3 on Thursday night....
D-Backs work deal, get Clark back: The D-Backs traded a minor-leaguer to the Padres to bring first baseman Tony Clark back.
Cardinals fly solo: Kyle Lohse began Thursday night's game against the San Diego Padres with nothing. He left it with a win, another notch on a season's worth of starts and perhaps a statement by a pending free agent.
Peavy allows 4 solo homers in loss to Cardinals: Troy Glaus hit two homers and Rick Ankiel and Joe Mather added one each _ all off San Diego's Jake Peavy _ and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Padres 4-3 on Thursday night. It was only the second time in his seven-year career that Peavy allowed four homers...
D-backs acquire Tony Clark from Padres: The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired first baseman Tony Clark from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for minor league pitcher Evan Scribner. Diamondbacks general manager Josh Byrnes said the team was "thrilled" to have Clark back in Arizona, where he spent three...
NL NOTES: Diamondbacks trade for Padres 1B Clark: The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired 1B Tony Clark from the San Diego Padres on Thursday in exchange for minor league pitcher Evan Scribner.
D-backs acquire former Tiger Tony Clark from Padres: PHOENIX -- The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired first baseman Tony Clark from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for minor league pitcher Evan Scribner.
D-backs acquire Tony Clark from Padres: The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired first baseman Tony Clark from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for minor league pitcher Evan Scribner.
D-Backs close to Clark deal: The D-Backs appear to be closing in a trade with the Padres that will bring first baseman Tony Clark back to Arizona.
Players would prefer to keep Pirates intact: As the Pirates open post-break play tonight in Denver, they face a remaining July schedule that includes the Colorado Rockies, Houston Astros, San Diego Padres and the Rockies again, three losing teams that are a combined 44 games under .500.
All-Star notebook: Gratified Bradley makes comeback: - Milton Bradley was traded from the A's to the Padres last year, and then his season ended early when he was drawn into an argument with umpire Mike Winters: Bradley injured his knee as San Diego manager Bud Black tried to restrain him. Bradley was expected...
Braves 12, Padres 3:
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Pitcher Peavy paces Padres past Braves at Petco: Pitching at home sure has its benefits for Jake Peavy. Backed by a triple and double by hot-hitting Scott Hairston, Peavy led the Padres to a 4-0 win over the Braves.
Campillo, McCann key Braves' 12-3 rout of Padres: All-Star catcher Brian McCann says he likes being "locked in." His Atlanta Braves teammates like him that way, too. McCann homered and drove in three runs to help the Braves rout the San Diego Padres 12-3 on Sunday in the rubber game of the three-game series....
Francoeur comes through for Braves: Jeff Francoeur's two-out, two-run single against Greg Maddux gave Charlie Morton all of the support he needed to help the Braves claim a 4-1 win over the Padres at PETCO Park on Saturday night.
Padres 4, Braves 0: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Scott Hairston remained on a hot streak with a double and a triple to back Jake Peavy and help the San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 4-0 on Friday night.
Braves extend Maddux's winless skid to 12 games: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jeff Francoeur had a tiebreaking broken bat single with the bases loaded in the sixth inning to help the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 4-1 Saturday night and extend Greg Maddux's winless skid to 12 starts....
Two homers all Olsen needs for win: Backed by home runs from Hanley Ramirez and Mike Jacobs, Scott Olsen held down the Padres over eight innings in Florida's 5-2 win.
Marlins 5, Padres 2: Scott Olsen pitched eight strong innings, and Mike Jacobs and Hanley Ramirez homered to lead the Florida Marlins past the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Wednesday.
Padres light up scoreboard in win: The Padres put up four runs in the bottom of the first inning on their way to a 10-1 victory over the Marlins on Tuesday.
Padres 10, Marlins 1: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Looking decidedly like the Triple-A Portland Beavers, the San Diego Padres came up with a nifty big league result Tuesday night, beating the Florida Marlins 10-1 to snap a nine-game home losing streak.
Marlins 3, Padres 1: Jorge Cantu hit a two-run home run off Greg Maddux and that was enough to carry Ricky Nolasco and the Florida Marlins to a 3-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.
Mad Dog Maddux's winless streak reaches 11 starts: It's been 11 starts and nearly two months since Greg Maddux won a game. Jorge Cantu hit a two-run homer off the 42-year-old Maddux, which was enough to carry Ricky Nolasco and the Florida Marlins to a 3-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.
Diamondbacks 3, Padres 2: Randy Johnson struck out 10 and allowed three hits in 6 1-3 innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Sunday.
D-Backs hold off Padres: Randy Johnson and the Diamondbacks regrouped to beat the Padres 3-2 Sunday.
Hairston's two homers back Peavy: Scott Hairston tormented his former team with two home runs and pitcher Jake Peavy threw seven shutout innings on Saturday to lift the Padres to a 4-2 victory over the Diamondbacks before a crowd of 40,976 at Chase Field.
Padres 4, Diamondbacks 2: Jake Peavy threw seven scoreless innings and Scott Hairston homered twice in the San Diego Padres’4-2 victory over the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night.
Peavy, Hairston lift Padres past Arizona (AP):
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Jake Peavy's monthlong stay on the disabled list is fading into memory. Peavy threw seven scoreless innings and Scott Hairston homered twice in the San Diego Padres' 4-2 victory over the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night. "I was definitely better than I had been my previous couple of starts," said Peavy, sidelined for just under a month in May and June with the sore elbow.
Baek takes no-hitter into sixth in win: Cha Seung Baek took a no-hitter into the sixth inning and Brian Giles and Adrian Gonzalez drove in runs as the Padres defeated the Diamondbacks, 5-1, on Friday before a crowd of 49,110 at Chase Field.
Padres 5, Diamondbacks 1: Cha Seung Baek threw six shutout innings for his first win in seven starts this season, and the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 on Friday night
Baek leads San Diego to 5-1 victory: PHOENIX (AP) -- Cha Seung Baek threw six shutout innings for his first win in seven starts this season, and the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 on Friday night to drop the NL West leaders below .500....
Up next for D-Backs: San Diego Padres: Coming up next for the D-Backs, the struggling San Diego Padres.
Padres' Barrett examined after fouling ball off face: Padres catcher Michael Barrett returned to San Diego and was examined at Scripps Clinic a day after fouling a ball off his face at Colorado.
Rox bounce back with decisive win: Before a howling wind sent debris flying onto the field on Wednesday at Coors Field, the Rockies jumped to an early lead over the Padres and held on for an 8-1 win.
Rockies 8, Padres 1: DENVER (AP) -- Garrett Atkins, Troy Tulowitzki and Yorvit Torrealba homered to help the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 8-1 on Wednesday night.
Padres' Barrett leaves after fouling pitch off face: San Diego Padres catcher Michael Barrett left Wednesday night's game against Colorado in the second inning after fouling a ball off his face.
Taveras injures left quadriceps: Rockies center fielder Willy Taveras left Tuesday's game against the Padres after the fifth inning with what the team called a sore left quadriceps. He's listed as day-to-day.
NYT>Baseball: DENVER (AP) -- Aaron Cook tossed a five-hitter for the first shutout of his career, and the Colorado Rockies ended an eight-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
Bats come alive for Padres in win: Greg Maddux struggled early, giving up eight runs, but the Padres rallied not once, but twice to come back and beat the Rockies, 15-8, on Monday night at Coors Field to end their eight-game losing streak.
Padres 15, Rockies 8: DENVER (AP) -- Edgar Gonzalez's second homer of the game capped San Diego's seven-run ninth inning as the Padres ended their eight-game losing streak with a 15-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
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Padres score 7 in ninth to beat Rockies 15-8: DENVER (AP) -- Edgar Gonzalez's second homer of the game capped San Diego's seven-run ninth inning as the Padres ended their eight-game losing streak with a 15-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night....
Beltre homers as Mariners finish Padres: In what might have been the most complete game the Mariners have played this season, they ended the Interleague portion of the schedule on a sunny Sunday with a 9-2 victory over the Padres in front of 29,966 at PETCO Park, completing the first sweep of a three-game series all season.
Mariners 9, Padres 2: Ichiro Suzuki went 5-for-5 to tie his career-high, Adrian Beltre and Jeff Clement homered and the Seattle Mariners beat Jake Peavy and the punchless San Diego Padres 9-2 on Sunday for a three-game sweep.
Ichiro goes 5-for-5 in Mariners win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Seattle Mariners, it seems, can always count on beating the San Diego Padres....
Pads' Young throws simulated game, surgery next: Padres' Chris Young threw a simulated game on Saturday, the latest step in his comeback from a broken nose and fractured skull sustained when he was hit in the face by a line drive on May 21.
Ichiro 5-for-5 as M's rip Peavy to win (AP):
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With Ichiro Suzuki matching his career-high with a 5-for-5 day, the lowly Seattle Mariners appear to be showing signs of hope. Of course, it helped that they were facing the nearly-as-woeful San Diego Padres this weekend in a matchup of the two worst teams in the big leagues. While Suzuki put on a hitting clinic with his five singles, Adrian Beltre and Jeff Clement homered and the Mariners beat...
Mariners 4, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Carlos Silva won for the first time in 13 starts spanning nearly 2 1/2 months and the Seattle Mariners beat former teammate Cha Seung Baek and the San Diego Padres 4-2 on Saturday night.
Silva breaks nine-game losing streak: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Carlos Silva won for the first time in 13 starts spanning nearly 2 1/2 months and the Seattle Mariners beat former teammate Cha Seung Baek and the San Diego Padres 4-2 on Saturday night....
Silva breaks nine-game losing streak: Carlos Silva won for the first time in 13 starts spanning nearly 2 1/2 months and the Seattle Mariners beat former teammate Cha Seung Baek and the San Diego Padres 4-2 on Saturday night.
He's a proud Texan who loves outdoors: ARLINGTON, Texas - Clay Condrey appreciates his time in the big leagues as much as anybody.He made his major-league debut with the San Diego Padres in 2002. He made nine more appearances for the Padres in 2003, but struggled and didn't return to the majors until 2006 with the Phillies.
Washburn delivers superb start in win: Left-hander Jarrod Washburn pitched the Mariners to a 5-2 victory, their third win in four Interleague games against the Padres.
Mariners 5, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jarrod Washburn won for the first time in eight starts and the Seattle Mariners beat Randy Wolf and the San Diego Padres 5-2 Friday night despite stranding a franchise-record 18 baserunners.
Washburn beats Pads for first win in 8 starts: Jarrod Washburn won for the first time in eight starts and the Seattle Mariners beat Randy Wolf and the San Diego Padres 5-2 Friday night despite stranding a franchise-record 18 baserunners.
Twins 4, Padres 3: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins probably wish interleague play would last a little longer. Justin Morneau went 3-for-4 with a homer and three RBIs, and the Twins beat the San Diego Padres 4-3 on Thursday to win their ninth straight game, all against the NL.
Twins nick Padres 4-3, notch 9th straight win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins probably wish interleague play would last a little longer. Justin Morneau went 3-for-4 with a homer and three RBIs, and the Twins beat the San Diego Padres 4-3 on Thursday to win their ninth straight game, all against the NL....
Morneau keys Twins' ninth straight win (AP):
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Minnesota was down 3-0 against the lowly San Diego Padres for the second time in less than 24 hours when Justin Morneau hit an impressive two-run homer. An inning later, the game was tied. One more and the Twins had gone ahead. That's how it's been going for the streaking Twins, who beat the Padres 4-3 on Thursday for their ninth straight win, all against NL teams.
Felix likely to miss next start: The Mariners aren't sure who their starting pitcher will be against the Padres on Sunday afternoon in San Diego, but they are pretty sure it won't be right-hander Felix Hernandez.
Twins 9, Padres 3: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Greg Maddux's winless streak reached nine starts, the second-longest drought of his brilliant career, when the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 9-3 Wednesday night for their eighth straight victory.
Greg Maddux's winless streak reaches 9 games: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Greg Maddux's winless streak reached nine starts, the second-longest drought of his brilliant career, when the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 9-3 Wednesday night for their eighth straight victory....
Maddux's woes continue, Twins' run now 8 (AP):
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When Greg Maddux beat the Colorado Rockies on May 10, he became the ninth big league pitcher to reach 350 victories. Getting to 351 is proving to be a struggle. Maddux's winless streak reached nine starts, the second-longest drought of his brilliant career, when the Minnesota Twins beat the San Diego Padres 9-3 Wednesday night for their eighth straight victory.
Twins stun Hoffman for seventh straight: Brendan Harris (pictured) and Brian Buscher hit back-to-back dingers in the ninth inning off Padres closer Trevor Hoffman as Minnesota beat San Diego, 3-1, on Tuesday night at PETCO Park.
Mariners being cautious with Felix: It's still too soon to know whether Felix Hernandez would be healthy enough to make his next start, tentatively scheduled for Sunday afternoon against the Padres in San Diego. That decision is likely to be made on Friday.
Harris, Buscher lead Twins to seventh straight win: Brendan Harris and Brian Buscher hit solo home runs on consecutive pitches against Trevor Hoffman in the ninth inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-1 Tuesday night for their seventh straight victory.
Zumaya made impression on Gonzalez: Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez remembers facing Tigers reliever Joel Zumaya in high school. Gonzalez remembers the youngster's mid-80-mph fastball, even at the age of 15, when both played in the San Diego suburb of Chula Vista, Calif.
Joba fans 9, Yanks top Padres for 7th straight win: Joba Chamberlain struck out a career-high nine, Alex Rodriguez delivered another key hit and the New York Yankees beat the San Diego Padres 2-1 Thursday for their seventh straight victory.
Verlander ends road drought in Tigers win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Magglio Ordonez hit a two-run homer, Justin Verlander won his first road game of the season and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Sunday in the rubber-match of a three-game series....
Feeling relief: NL West is happy Soria a Royal: Perhaps the Padres have within their farm system a future closer who will save many games in his major-league career. Right now, though, the Giants, Dodgers, Rockies and Diamondbacks should be thankful the Padres let one possible successor to Trevor Hoffman...
McCoy gets shot to be Major Leaguer: Former Negro Leagues star Walter McCoy, who was drafted by the Padres in the special Negro Leagues Player Draft that preceded the First-Year Player Draft on June 5, was in uniform Saturday as part of the Padres' fifth annual Salute to the Negro Leagues.
Young encouraged after 'pen session: Padres right-hander Chris Young threw a bullpen session on Saturday, his first time on the mound since getting hit in the face with a line drive on May 21. Young still needs surgery to repair his broken nose and will have it on June 30.
Thames' two-run, pinch-hit homer lifts Tigers: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Marcus Thames' two-run, pinch-hit homer in the seventh inning lifted Nate Robertson and the Detroit Tigers to a 7-5 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night....
Thames'home run lifts Tigers in seesaw contest: First, third, sixth ... Do you really think it matters where Marcus Thames bats in the lineup? When he connects, it's time to reach in the bag for another baseball. Thames struck again Saturday night in the Tigers'7-5 victory over the San Diego Padres -- but from the rarest of all spots in the lineup for him.
Padres 6, Tigers 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez drove in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded single in the eighth inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Detroit Tigers 6-2 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
Yankees 2, Padres 1: Chamberlain Growing Beyond His Limit: A conservative outing for Joba Chamberlain was aided by Alex Rodriguez’s go-ahead single in the sixth as the Yankees completed a sweep of the overmatched Padres.
Joba fans 9, Yanks top Padres for 7th straight win: NEW YORK (AP) -- Joba Chamberlain struck out a career-high nine, Alex Rodriguez delivered another key hit and the New York Yankees beat the San Diego Padres 2-1 Thursday for their seventh straight victory....
Pitching leads Yankees to sweep: NEW YORK - Yankees manager Joe Girardi would love for the converted reliever to get his first win as a starter, but not at the expense of throwing too many pitches. Joba Chamberlain would have to settle for another no-decision and a career-high nine strikeouts in the New York Yankees' 2-1 win yesterday to sweep the San Diego Padres.
Joba strikes out 9, Yanks' run reaches 7 (AP):
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Joe Girardi signaled to the bullpen before he reached the mound. He wasn't going to let Joba Chamberlain talk him out of it. The Yankees manager would love for the converted reliever to get his first win as a starter, but not at the expense of throwing too many pitches. Chamberlain would have to settle for another no-decision and a career-high nine strikeouts in New York's 2-1 win Thursday to sweep...
Streaking A-Rod, Yanks down Padres: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth consecutive game and Darrell Rasner won for the first time in nearly a month as the Yankees defeated the Padres on Wednesday, 8-5, extending their winning streak to six.
Kouzmanoff to miss time with back strain: Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff will miss between three and five days with a strained lower back. Kouzmanoff suffered the injury taking ground balls during infield drills before Tuesday's game against the Yankees.
A-Rod homers in 4th straight, Yanks win 6th in row: NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth straight game and the New York Yankees held off the San Diego Padres 8-5 Wednesday night, setting a season high with their sixth consecutive victory....
A-Rod homers in 4th straight, Yanks win 6th in row: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth straight game and the New York Yankees held off the San Diego Padres 8-5 Wednesday night, setting a season high with their sixth consecutive victory. Darrell Rasner snapped his four-start losing streak, with plenty of...
Kouzmanoff's 10th-inning slam lifts Padres over Tribe: Kevin Kouzmanoff's grand slam highlighted San Diego's five-run 10th inning, and the Padres beat the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Saturday night.
Zumaya takes step toward return: Tigers right-handed reliever Joel Zumaya pitched the first half of back-to-back outings on Monday for Triple-A Toledo. He is scheduled to pitch again Tuesday, and if all goes well, he will come off the disabled list this weekend against the Padres.
Nady has MRI on injured left shoulder: One day after the Yankees' worst fears were confirmed, Chien-Ming Wang hobbled around the clubhouse prior to the series opener against the San Diego Padres, gingerly becoming acquainted with the crutches he'll keep by his side into July.
Final Hall of Fame Game rained out (AP):
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Chicago Cubs outfielder Jim Edmonds didn't get to play in the final Hall of Fame Game. He was more than happy to make the trip, though. "I got an unbelievable tour of the Hall of Fame. I'm blown away," Edmonds said Monday just before severe thunderstorms pelted historic Doubleday Field with a drenching rain and hail, forcing cancellation of the game.
Yanks hope Wang can return by Sept. 1: One day after the Yankees' worst fears were confirmed, Chien-Ming Wang hobbled around the clubhouse prior to the series opener against the San Diego Padres, gingerly becoming acquainted with the crutches he'll keep by his side into July.
Yankees 8, Padres 0: Pettitte Passes Guidry With Vintage Performance: Andy Pettitte won his 171st game as a Yankee Tuesday, moving him into fourth place on the team’s career victory list, as New York blitzed the Padres in the Bronx.
Giambi's 2 homers help Pettitte, Yanks beat Padres: This one was easy for the surging New York Yankees. Jason Giambi homered twice and Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings as New York beat the sloppy San Diego Padres 8-0 Tuesday night to match a season high with its fifth straight victory. Alex Rodriguez...
NL NOTES: Hall of Fame game canceled: Hall of Fame Game canceledDespite a determined effort to play the game between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres, storms in Cooperstown, N.Y., packed too much rain and more storms were predicted later in the afternoon, canceling the Hall of Fame Game.
Sabathia wins all-Cy battle with Maddux: With eight strong innings of work and plenty of offensive backing in his back pocket Sunday, C.C. Sabathia led the Tribe to a 7-3 victory over the Padres to give Cleveland its second consecutive series win.
Agent: Griffey to Rays rumors untrue: With eight strong innings of work and plenty of offensive backing in his back pocket Sunday, C.C. Sabathia led the Tribe to a 7-3 victory over the Padres to give Cleveland its second consecutive series win.
Indians 7, Padres 3: C.C. Sabathia outpitched Greg Maddux in a matchup of Cy Young winners, and the Cleveland Indians defeated the San Diego Padres 7-3 Sunday.
Cause for a pause: Pitch to save Fame Game: Sometime this afternoon one of the grandest of baseball traditions will end -- and only the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres will be able to boast -- or lament -- that they played the final Hall of Fame Game.
Indians' Sabathia defeats Padres' Maddux (AP):
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C.C. Sabathia focused on facing San Diego's batting order, but couldn't help keeping an eye on his mound opponent, too. Sabathia outpitched Greg Maddux in a matchup of Cy Young winners, and the Cleveland Indians defeated the San Diego Padres 7-3 on Sunday. "I was more worried about facing Adrian Gonzalez than Maddux," said Sabathia, who held San Diego's slugging first baseman to an 0-for-3 with two...
Kouzmanoff's slam helps down ex-team: Kevin Kouzmanoff showed the Indians what they were missing in the 10th inning Saturday at Progressive Field, as his grand slam helped the Padres to an 8-3 victory over Cleveland.
Padres 8, Indians 3: Kevin Kouzmanoff’s grand slam highlighted San Diego’s five-run 10th inning, and the Padres beat the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Saturday night.
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Cubs, Padres playing last Hall of Fame Game: Sometime Monday one of the grandest of baseball traditions will end - and only the Cubs and Padres will be able to boast - or lament - that they played the final Hall of Fame Game.
Hall of Fame Game -- Kiss it good-bye!: COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. -- Sometime late Monday afternoon one of the grandest of baseball traditions will end -- and only the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres will be able to boast -- or lament -- that they played the final Hall of Fame Game.
Padres' Hairston scratched from game vs. Tribe: San Diego Padres left fielder Scott Hairston was scratched from the lineup against the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night because of a hyperextended left elbow.
Kouzmanoff's slam in 10th lifts Padres (AP):
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Kevin Kouzmanoff may not have seen the irony, but the Cleveland Indians certainly did. Kouzmanoff's grand slam highlighted San Diego's five-run 10th inning, and the Padres beat the Indians 8-3 on Saturday night. While the Padres were waiting for the big hit, a superb pitching effort kept them in the game.
Bullpen, Sizemore's homers help Tribe: Grady Sizemore homered twice and Shin-Soo Choo had a big hit, but the star of the Indians' 9-5 win over the Padres on Friday might have been the bullpen.
Indians 9, Padres 5: CLEVELAND (AP) -- Grady Sizemore hit two home runs more than five hours apart and the Cleveland Indians waited out a long rain delay, then rallied to beat the San Diego Padres 9-5 on Friday night.
Sizemore hits 2 homers in Indians' 9-5 win: CLEVELAND (AP) -- Grady Sizemore hit two home runs more than five hours apart and the Cleveland Indians waited out a long rain delay, then rallied to beat the San Diego Padres 9-5 on Friday night....
Peavy throws 6 strong innings, Padres top Dodgers: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jake Peavy made a triumphant return with six strong innings and the San Diego Padres scored five first-inning runs in a 9-0 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday....
Padres' Peavy dominates to win return (AP):
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San Diego's Jake Peavy made it look so easy, almost as if he had never been away. Peavy, pitching for the first time in nearly a month since injuring his elbow, threw six solid innings and combined with three relievers on a five-hitter to lift the Padres to a 9-0 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.
Padres 5, Dodgers 1: Randy Wolf combined with two relievers on a five-hitter, and rookie Edgar Gonzalez and Khalil Greene each hit solo homers to lead the San Diego Padres to a 4-1 win.
Wolf combines on 5-hitter, Padres beat Dodgers 4-1: Randy Wolf combined with two relievers on a five-hitter, and rookie Edgar Gonzalez and Khalil Greene each hit solo homers to lead the San Diego Padres to a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night. Wolf (5-4) had his fifth straight outing where...
Peavy to return Thursday vs. Dodgers: Jake Peavy is on his way back to the Padres' starting rotation. Peavy will be activated from the disabled list to start on Thursday against the Dodgers at PETCO Park. It will be his first appearance since May 14.
Martin's bat leads the youth movement: Russell Martin drove in first three runs on Tuesday, and scored another as the Dodgers hung four runs on the Padres in the seventh on their way to a 7-2 win. Clayton Kershaw fanned five over 5 1/3 frames, earning a no-decision.
Dodgers 7, Padres 2: Russell Martin and Matt Kemp drove in two runs each in a four-run seventh inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers took advantage of shoddy outfield play to defeat the San Diego Padres 7-2 on Tuesday night.
Martin, Kemp lead Dodgers to 7-2 win over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Russell Martin and Matt Kemp each drove in two runs in Los Angeles' four-run seventh inning, and the Dodgers took advantage of shoddy outfield play to defeat the San Diego Padres 7-2 on Tuesday night....
Padres' Peavy to start Thursday vs. LA: San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy will come off the disabled list and face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.
San Diego's Peavy to start Thursday against the Dodgers: San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy will come off the disabled list and face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. Peavy reacted well to his four-inning simulated start Saturday with no physical setbacks to his strained right elbow. "We didn't feel there was...
Another dramatic win for Padres: Tony Clark hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning off the Mets' Billy Wagner as the Padres won their fifth straight game, 8-6, on Sunday at PETCO Park.
White Sox extend winning streak to six: Tony Clark hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning off the Mets' Billy Wagner as the Padres won their fifth straight game, 8-6, on Sunday at PETCO Park.
Giese sees first 'W' at Yankee Stadium: Ramon Castro was removed from the starting lineup shortly after noon, shortly after he arrived at PETCO Park for the game against the Padres. His late arrival was neither excused nor unnoticed.
Piniella ponders altering rotation: During pregame of the Padres' game against the Mets on Sunday, the Padres introduced their 14th class of Padres Scholars, a program that was born in 1995.
Cameron staying steady amid slump: Ramon Castro was removed from the starting lineup shortly after noon, shortly after he arrived at PETCO Park for the game against the Padres. His late arrival was neither excused nor unnoticed.
Black has piece of hit-by-pitch history: In an odd case of what goes around comes around, the Padres getting hit three times in the sixth inning of Saturday night's game possibly could have been predicted.
NYT>Baseball: The Mets scored only one run for the third straight game, and they lost when Scott Hairston led off the 10th inning with a home run. The Padres have won their last four games by the same score.
Hairston powers Padres to fourth straight 2-1 win: Scott Hairston hit a leadoff homer in the 10th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night, the Padres' fourth straight 2-1 victory.
Clark's pinch-hit HR off Wagner gives Padres sweep: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Pinch-hitter Tony Clark connected for a go-ahead, three-run homer off Billy Wagner with two outs in the eighth inning to lift the San Diego Padres over the New York Mets 8-6 Sunday for a four-game sweep....
Padres pinch Mets again for sweep: Tony Clark took a smooth swing and let Billy Wagner supply the power.Clark connected for a pinch-hit, three-run homer off Wagner with two outs in the eighth inning yesterday, sending the San Diego Padres to an 8-6 victory and a four-game sweep of the visiting New York Mets.
Clark's homer gives Padres sweep of Mets (AP):
Tony Clark took a smooth swing and let Billy Wagner supply the power. Clark connected for a pinch-hit, three-run homer off Wagner with two outs in the eighth inning Sunday, sending the San Diego Padres to an 8-6 victory and a four-game sweep of the New York Mets. The 6-foot-7 Clark drove a 96 mph fastball over the center-field fence to help San Diego extend its season-high winning streak to five...
Padres win fourth straight 2-1 game: Thanks to Scott Hairston's walk-off homer off Mets reliever Pedro Feliciano in the 10th, the Padres became the first team in baseball history to win four consecutive 2-1 games.
ASG: Youngsters battling vets | VOTE NOW: Thanks to Scott Hairston's walk-off homer off Mets reliever Pedro Feliciano in the 10th, the Padres became the first team in baseball history to win four consecutive 2-1 games.
Reynolds wins first game for Rockies: Thanks to Scott Hairston's walk-off homer off Mets reliever Pedro Feliciano in the 10th, the Padres became the first team in baseball history to win four consecutive 2-1 games.
Peavy throws simulated game: Padres ace Jake Peavy threw a simulated game on Saturday as he gets closer to his return to the Padres starting rotation.
Padres 2, Mets 1: Mets Caught in a Loop of 2-1 Losses in San Diego: The Mets scored only one run for the third straight game, and they lost when Scott Hairston led off the 10th inning with a home run. The Padres have won their last four games by the same score.
Hairston homers in 10th, Padres beat Mets 2-1: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Scott Hairston hit a leadoff homer in the 10th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night, the Padres' fourth straight 2-1 victory....
Hairston homers in 10th, Padres beat Mets 2-1: Scott Hairston hit a leadoff homer in the 10th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night, the Padres' fourth straight 2-1 victory. The win marked the first time in major league history that a team had won four...
Hairston gives Padres another 2-1 win (AP):
The San Diego Padres had the worst record in baseball two weeks ago. Now, they're making history. Scott Hairston's leadoff homer in the 10th inning gave San Diego a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Saturday night, as the Padres set a major league record with their fourth straight 2-1 victory. San Diego became the first team in major league history to win four consecutive games by a 2-1 score,...
Wolf outduels Johan in Padres' victory: Backing Randy Wolf's impressive outing, Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff had RBI singles in the sixth inning off Johan Santana as the Padres defeated the Mets, 2-1, on Friday night at PETCO Park.
Wolf has strong outing in Padres' 2-1 win over Mets: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Randy Wolf pitched seven strong innings and Kevin Kouzmanoff drove in the go-ahead run to lead the San Diego Padres to a 2-1 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night....
Padres' Iguchi separates shoulder, out 4-6 weeks: Padres second baseman Tadahito Iguchi will miss four to six weeks with a separated shoulder after he tumbled while running the bases against the New York Mets on Thursday night.
Odd ending works for Padres: Paul McAnulty was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning Thursday as the Padres defeated the Mets 2-1 before a crowd of 28,867 at PETCO Park.
Iguchi heading to disabled list: Second baseman Tadahito Iguchi suffered a separated right shoulder in the seventh inning of the Padres' 2-1 victory over the Mets at PETCO Park on Thursday night. He will be out at least four weeks.
BBN Mets Padres: 2011 BC-BBN--Mets-Padres, 2nd Ld-Writethru,0871 Hit batter with bases loaded gives Padres 2-1 win over Mets Eds: Padres 2, Mets 1; Optional. AP Photo CALI124, CALI121 SAN DIEGO (AP) _ With the second-worst record in the NL, the San Diego Padres won't be picky...
Friars halt Cubs' streak, salvage finale: Scott Hairston started the Padres off with a bang, going yard in the first frame. Greg Maddux pitched a gem, tapped for just one run over seven innings Wednesday, depriving the Cubs of a 10th straight win, 2-1.
Padres 2, Cubs 1: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning and Greg Maddux and two relievers combined on a four-hitter as the San Diego Padres beat Chicago 2-1 on Wednesday night, snapping the Cubs' nine-game winning streak.
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Maddux, Padres snap Cubs' win streak with 2-1 win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning and Greg Maddux and two relievers combined on a four-hitter as the San Diego Padres beat Chicago 2-1 on Wednesday night, snapping the Cubs' nine-game winning streak....
Maddux, Padres snap Cubs' win streak with 2-1 win: All it took to slow down the high-scoring Chicago Cubs was 42-year-old Greg Maddux. Maddux combined with two relievers on a four-hitter and Kevin Kouzmanoff broke a tie with a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning to lift the San Diego Padres to a 2-1 victory,...
Maddux helps Padres stop Cubs'streak:
Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning and Greg Maddux and two relievers combined on a three-hitter as the San Diego Padres beat Chicago 2-1 on Wednesday night, snapping the Cubs'nine-game winning streak.
Brian Giles led off the eighth with a double off Ted Lilly (5-5).After he moved to third on a flyout, Kouzmanoff hit his sacrifice fly to center off Carlos Marmol to make it 2-1.Chicago's winning streak was its longest since 2001. Despite the loss, the Cubs (38-22) still have the best record in the majors.Maddux, ninth on the all-time wins list with 350, gave up one run and three hits in seven innings. The 42-year-old threw just 69 pitches before he was lifted for a pinch hitter in the seventh.PADRES 2, CUBS 1Cats move into first with win:
The Cats scored six times in the second inning en route to a 10-4 win over Pensacola on Wednesday night at Pelican Park.
The win was the Cats'third in a row and gave them sole possession of first place in the American Association South with a 14-11 record.Fort Worth jumped on top with a two-run first inning that included a sacrifice fly by Jake Gautreau. The second inning was highlighted by a Cameron Blair two-run double and Gautreau's third homer of the year, a three-run shot to left, giving the Cats an 8-0 lead. It was the second night in a row the Cats produced a six-run second inning.Pedro Flores extended his perfect record on the season to 5-0 as he went six innings and allowed four runs on five hits. He struck out five and walked two in the game. Tim Haines, Brian Martin and Matt Reilly combined to blank Pensacola over the last three innings in the game.Ed Montague was 2-for-4 in the game with two RBI and now has five hits in the first two games of the series against his former club. Gautreau extended his hitting streak to 14 games by going 2-for-2.Dane DeValk (1-2) took the loss as he allowed 10 runs on 12 hits in his six innings of work.The Cats go for a series sweep of the Pelicans 6:35 tonight. Dan Grybash (1-2) will start for the Cats and Clegg Snipes (2-1) will be on the hill for Pensacola.Cats to retire No. 5Dick Williams, who will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in July, will have his No. 5 jersey retired by the Cats in a pre-game ceremony this Friday at LaGrave Field. Williams played outfield for the Cats from 1948-1950 and again in 1955. Williams managed for 21 seasons in the major leagues and posted a 1,571-1451 record. His Oakland A's clubs won back-to-back World Series titles in 1972-73. He also led the 1967 Red Sox and 1984 Padres to league championships.CATS 10, PENSACOLA 4Cubs find way to ninth straight win: Alfonso Soriano belted a three-run homer, Geovany Soto hit a tie-breaking solo shot and Mark DeRosa added a two-run blast to power the Cubs to a 9-6 victory over the Padres for their ninth straight win.
Soriano, DeRosa homer as Cubs win 9th straight: Alfonso Soriano hit a three-run homer and Mark DeRosa added a two-run shot to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 9-6 win over the San Diego Padres for their ninth straight win Tuesday night. The Cubs also got a solo homer from rookie Geovany Soto as they battered...
Edmonds back in San Diego with Cubs: Jim Edmonds returned to San Diego on Monday night with the Cubs, who opened a seven-game West Coast road trip. He's able to sleep in his own bed, which is what he had hoped to do for all home games when he began this season with the Padres.
Cubs 7, Padres 6: Carlos Zambrano was as animated as he was good, helping Chicago to a 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday night, the Cubs’eighth straight win.
Zambrano's pitching, hitting lead Cubs to eighth straight win: Carlos Zambrano was as animated as he was good, helping Chicago to a 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday night, the Cubs' eighth straight win.
Zambrano's pitching, hitting lead Cubs over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Carlos Zambrano was as animated as he was good, helping Chicago to a 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday night, the Cubs' eighth straight win....
Zambrano helps Cubs win eighth straight (AP):
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Carlos Zambrano leaped in frustration after walking a batter. He snatched a throwback from catcher Henry Blanco with his bare hand. He legged out three hits for the third time this season. Zambrano put on quite a show, all right -- with his emotions and his bat. His pitching? It was good enough to get the big right-hander through five innings and the Chicago Cubs their eighth straight win, 7-6 over...
Giants fight back in extras to nip Padres: A three-run rally in Sunday's 10th inning, highlighted by Fred Lewis' two-run triple, led the Giants to a 4-3 victory over the San Diego Padres.
Prior to have season-ending surgery: Padres manager Bud Black said on Sunday that pitcher Mark Prior will have season-ending surgery on his right shoulder this week.
Padres' Prior to have season-ending shoulder surgery: San Diego Padres pitcher Mark Prior will undergo season-ending surgery on his injured right shoulder, the latest medical setback to a once-promising career.
Lewis, Giants rally to beat Padres in 10 innings: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Pinch-hitter Fred Lewis hit a two-run, game-tying triple off Trevor Hoffman in the 10th inning and scored the winning run on Jose Castillo's infield single as the San Francisco Giants avoided a sweep by beating the San Diego Padres 4-3 on Sunday....
Giants' How they scored 6/01: Giants 6th: With two outs, Rowand homered to left. Giants 1, Padres 0 Padres 8th: Gerut singled to center. Iguchi walked. Taschner replaced Lincecum. With one out, Gerut stole third and Iguchi stole second. A. Gonzalez was intentionally walked. Walker...
Surgery to put end to Prior's season: San Diego Padres pitcher Mark Prior will undergo season-ending surgery on his injured right shoulder, the latest medical setback to his career.
Padres righty Mark Prior to have shoulder surgery: San Diego Padres pitcher Mark Prior will undergo season-ending surgery on his injured right shoulder, the latest medical setback to a once-promising career.
Padres outlast Giants in 13 innings: Khalil Greene walked with the bases loaded in the 13th inning on Friday to force in the winning run as the Padres defeated the Giants, 7-3, at AT&T Park.
Padres 7, Giants 3: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Keiichi Yabu got San Diego's Kevin Kouzmanoff to ground into a triple play on his only pitch in the eighth inning but Khalil Greene drew a bases-loaded walk to force in the go-ahead run in the 13th, leading the Padres to a 7-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
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Giants turn triple play vs. Padres: SAN FRANCISCO - The San Francisco Giants turned a triple play in the eighth inning of their game against the San Diego Padres on Friday night, the second in the majors this year.
Giants turn majors'second triple play of 2008: The San Francisco Giants turned a triple play in the eighth inning of their game against the San Diego Padres on Friday night, the second in the majors this year.
Giants turn triple play vs. Pads for first since 1999: The San Francisco Giants turned a triple play in the eighth inning of their game against the San Diego Padres on Friday night, the second in the majors this year.
Giants turn triple play, lose to Padres (AP):
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The San Francisco Giants turned a triple play in a key late-game situation, and then it was all for naught. Keiichi Yabu got San Diego's Kevin Kouzmanoff to ground into a triple play on his only pitch in the eighth inning but Khalil Greene drew a bases-loaded walk to force in the go-ahead run in the 13th, leading the Padres to a 7-3 victory over the Giants.
Peavy could throw off mound by Sunday: Padres ace Jake Peavy could throw off a mound as early as Sunday if his flat ground throwing session on Friday goes smoothly. Chris Young and Justin Huber, meanwhile, are progressing as well.
Gerut's swat enough to take series: Wil Ledezma struck out seven Nationals on Thursday in replacement of Jake Peavy, but the support came late in the form of a three-run Jody Gerut homer, which was enough to give the Padres the series, 5-2.
Nationals 5, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jody Gerut hit a three-run homer with one out in the eighth inning to give the San Diego Padres a 5-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday.
Gerut's 3-run homer lifts Padres over Nats: Jody Gerut hit a three-run homer with one out in the eighth inning to give the San Diego Padres a 5-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday.
Nationals 6, Padres 4: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Jesus Flores hit a grand slam and the Washington Nationals beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 Wednesday night.
Mariners trade Baek to Padres for J. Wells: The Seattle Mariners traded former part-time starting pitcher Cha Seung Baek to the San Diego Padres for right-hander Jared Wells on Wednesday.
Back-to-back homers boost Padres: Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff hit back-to-back home runs on back-to-back pitches with two outs in the seventh inning to propel the Padres to a 4-2 victory over the Nationals on Tuesday night at PETCO Park.
Mariners deal Baek to Padres: The Mariners on Tuesday worked out a trade that would send Cha Seung Baek to the Padres for Jared Wells in an exchange of right-handed pitchers.
Padres 4, Nationals 2: Gonzo, Kouz go yard for Padres over Nats: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff homered on consecutive pitches with two outs in the seventh inning, and San Diego beat the Washington Nationals 4-2 in a matchup of last-place teams Tuesday night, giving the Padres a rare two-game winning streak.
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Gonzo, Kouz go yard for Padres over Nats: Nearly two months into the season, the San Diego Padres have yet to win three straight games. That will change if they can beat the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night. "One more. Let's get one more," Adrian Gonzalez said after he and Kevin Kouzmanoff...
Sore shoulder nagging Zimmerman: Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman didn't take batting practice on Sunday morning, and team doctors recommended he take the day off. There isn't a guarantee he will play against the Padres in San Diego on Tuesday.
Gonzalez the hero in 18-inning victory: Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run home run with two out in the bottom of the 18th inning to lift the San Diego Padres to an improbable 12-9 victory over the Reds.
Padres 12, Reds 9: Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Padres use Gonzalez homer to end 18-inning affair: The lights were on and the sun was going down when Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
Gonzalez's 3-run homer wins it in 18th for Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The lights were on and the sun was going down when Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday....
Padres top Reds in 18 innings: SAN DIEGO - The lights were on and the sun was going down when Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
NL: Padres capture marathon game to beat Reds: SAN DIEGO— With the lights on and the sun going down, Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. It was the fourth time the Padres played at least 13 innings this season. They played a 22-inning game at home against Colorado on April 17-18, losing 2-1.
Padres go the distance, again: SAN DIEGO -- After a brutal stretch of injuries and poor play, the San Diego Padres finally had something to celebrate.
Game of the Day | Padres win in the long run: After a brutal stretch of injuries and poor play, the San Diego Padres finally had something to celebrate. Of course, the Padres being the...
Gonzalez blast caps fourth, and final, rally:
Adrian Gonzalez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 18th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 12-9 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
The ending:Scott Hairston started the winning rally with a one-out walk off Edinson Volquez (7-2), the second starting pitcher the Reds put on the mound in extra innings. Brian Giles reached on first baseman Joey Votto's two-out throwing error, moving Hairston to third. Gonzalez then hit a full-count pitch over the fence in straightaway center field for his 14th homer.The rallies:The Padres tied the game three times in the eighth inning or later:Kevin Kouzmanoff homered leading off the eighth to make it 6-6.Hairston homered leading off the ninth to make it 7-7.After Cincinnati scored twice in the top of the 11th, Tadahito Iguchi drove in a run on a grounder and Brian Giles'double made it 9-9.Long games:It was the fourth time the Padres played at least 13 innings this year. They lost 2-1 to the Rockies in 22 innings on April 17-18. The last team to play at least 22 and 17 innings in the same year was the 1989 Dodgers, who played two 22-inning games and a 17-inning game. The third-longest game in Reds history lasted 5 hours, 57 minutes.PADRES 12, REDS 9 (18)Padres activate Barrett from DL: Catcher Michael Barrett returned to the Padres' 25-man roster Saturday after nearly seven weeks on the disabled list and will likely start Sunday's series finale against the Reds. To make room on the roster for Barrett, the Padres optioned catcher Colt Morton to Double-A San Antonio.
Votto, Arroyo carry Reds past Padres 7-2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Rookie Joey Votto hit his 10th homer, a three-run shot, and finished with four RBIs to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 7-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night....
Votto, Arroyo carry Reds past Padres 7-2: Rookie Joey Votto hit his 10th homer, a three-run shot, and finished with four RBIs to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 7-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Saturday night. It was the second straight win for the Reds and bench coach Chris Speier, who was filling...
Volquez super; Dunn ends Reds' skid: Edinson Volquez struck out a career-best 12 batters and the Reds earned a 3-2 victory over the Padres on Adam Dunn's solo home run in the top of the ninth.
Reds 3, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Adam Dunn hit a leadoff homer off Trevor Hoffman in the ninth inning to give the Cincinnati Reds a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Dunn homers off Hoffman in Reds' 3-2 win over Padres: The struggling Cincinnati Reds found their way to a road win by beating the majors' career saves leader. Adam Dunn hit a leadoff homer off Trevor Hoffman in the ninth inning to give Cincinnati a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday night. Dunn hit...
Young feels lucky injury not worse: San Diego Padres pitcher Chris Young feels lucky despite getting hit in the face with a baseball. Young was back at Petco Park on Friday, just two days after a line drive off the bat of St. Louis' Albert Pujols broke his nose. Despite having a baseball cap...
Griffey goes yard for No. 598 of career: In the first inning of the Reds' series opener with the Padres on Thursday, Ken Griffey hit career homer No. 598 into the right-field seats.
Wolf snarls, gets quartet of homers: The Padres got two home runs from Khalil Greene and Randy Wolf held the Reds to two runs Thursday as San Diego defeated Cincinnati 8-2 in front of a crowd of 22,047 at PETCO Park.
Padres in need, promote four players: The Padres will announce Thursday they have promoted right-handed pitchers Jared Wells, Mike Adams and Josh Banks from Triple-A Portland in addition to a catcher from Double-A San Antonio, Colt Morton.
Padres 8, Reds 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Khalil Greene hit two solo home runs, and Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff each hit two-run shots to back starter Randy Wolf in the San Diego Padres' 8-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night.
Reeling Padres feeling even more pain: It's hard to imagine things getting worse for the hapless San Diego Padres. But after losing ace Jake Peavy to an elbow injury, pitcher Chris Young and catcher Josh Bard both sustained injuries that knocked them out of Wednesday night's 11-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.
Padres hit 4 homers in 8-2 win over Reds: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Khalil Greene hit two solo home runs, and Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff each hit two-run shots to back starter Randy Wolf in the San Diego Padres' 8-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night....
National League notebook: REDS — Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 598th home run, his first in 90 at-bats, in the first inning for Cincinnati on Thursday night against the Padres. Griffey hit a 3-1 fastball from Randy Wolf an estimated 411 feet into the right-field seats. Wolf is t...
Pujols: 'It’s tough. It’s real tough": Merely wanting to keep his at-bat alive Wednesday night on a nasty outside 0-2 slider, Albert Pujols' one-armed line drive smacked full force into the nose of 6-foot-10 Padres righthander Chris Young. The gruesome aftermath traumatized Pujols
Padres hit 4 homers in 8-2 win over Reds: Khalil Greene hit two solo home runs, and Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff each hit two-run shots to back starter Randy Wolf in the San Diego Padres' 8-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night. Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 598th home run in the first...
Padres place RHP Young and C Bard on DL: The San Diego Padres placed right-handed pitcher Chris Young and catcher Josh Bard on the 15-day disabled list Thursday. Young and Bard were knocked out of Wednesday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals by Albert Pujols in the same inning. Young's...
Padres hit 4 homers, beat Reds 8-2 (AP):
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After enduring an awful few days, the San Diego Padres finally found something to feel good about. Khalil Greene hit two solo home runs, and Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff each hit two-run shots to back starter Randy Wolf in the San Diego Padres' 8-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night.
Pujols shaken by Padres injuries: Albert Pujols was shaken after two plays that injured two Padres in Wednesday night's 11-3 Cards win. He lined a ball that struck Padres starter Chris Young, resulting in a broken and lacerated nose, and also slid in into Padres catcher Josh Bard, causing a sprained ankle.
Cardinals 11, Padres 3: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Ryan Ludwick and Troy Glaus both drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.
Ludwick, Glaus lift Cards to 11-3 win over Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Ryan Ludwick and Troy Glaus both drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night....
Pujols punishes Padres: Albert Pujols made a tough year even tougher on the San Diego Padres during Wednesday night's third inning at Petco Park.
Ludwick, Glaus lift Cards to 11-3 win over Padres: Ryan Ludwick and Troy Glaus both drove in three runs to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night. Things continued to get worse for the last-place Padres, who lost pitcher Chris Young and catcher Josh Bard...
Young and Bard of Padres leave game with injuries: San Diego Padres pitcher Chris Young and catcher Josh Bard were knocked out of Wednesday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals by Albert Pujols within a span of two batters. Pujols hit a line drive off his Young's face in the third inning, breaking the...
Kouzmanoff's three-run shot lifts Padres: Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, as the Padres beat the Cardinals, 3-2, on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing steak. Greg Maddux allowed two runs in five innings but wasn't involved in the decision.
Thatcher called up; Peavy to DL: The Padres placed ace right-hander Jake Peavy on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday and recalled left-handed reliever Joe Thatcher, who was sent to Triple-A Portland on May 11. Thatcher is 0-4 with a 6.75 ERA in 16 games for the Padres.
Padres 3, Cardinals 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, a rare clutch hit for San Diego that carried the Padres to a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals but came too late to give Greg Maddux the victory Tuesday night.
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Kouzmanoff's homer leads Padres past Cardinals, 3-2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, a rare clutch hit for San Diego that carried the Padres to a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals but came too late to give Greg Maddux the victory Tuesday night....
Pineiro is beaten on 3-run HR: Ahead 2-0, the Cardinals righthander lost control of the inning and the game with two unforced errors before San Diego Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff slammed a three-run home run to dead center field.
Kouzmanoff's homer leads Padres past Cardinals, 3-2: Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, a rare clutch hit for San Diego that carried the Padres to a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals but came too late to give Greg Maddux the victory Tuesday night. The win was just the fifth in 16...
Black meets with frustrated Padres: Manager Bud Black met behind closed doors with his San Diego Padres on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after general manager Kevin Towers made some scathing comments about the worst team in the majors. Black wouldn't discuss specifics, but based on his congenial...
Major changes in store for Padres?: With the worst record in the majors and their ace on the DL, the Padres could be making some changes soon, Ken Rosenthal says.
Peavy to be placed on disabled list: Padres right-hander Jake Peavy is headed to the disabled list with right elbow soreness. The move is retroactive to Thursday, but the Padres will be cautious before bringing him back.
Ludwick, Pujols lead Cards' barrage: Ryan Ludwick reached base four times and knocked in three, and Albert Pujols added two solo homers to lead the Cards to an 8-2 win over the Padres on Monday. Righty Todd Wellemeyer allowed two runs on six hits in six innings to earn the win.
Towers says changes likely after loss: With Jake Peavy about to go on the disabled list and the Padres suffering another loss Monday, an 8-2 defeat at the hands of the Cardinals, GM Kevin Towers talked about the state of the team and what might change.
Ankiel misses third straight game: Cards outfielder Rick Ankiel missed his third straight start on Monday with discomfort in his right shoulder, but he is progressing and said he could return to the lineup on Tuesday in the second game of a three-game set against the Padres.
Cardinals 8, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Albert Pujols hit two mighty home runs, and Cesar Izturis and Ryan Ludwick also went yard in leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-2 win over the punchless San Diego Padres on Monday night.
Pujols hits two mighty homers in Cardinals' win: Albert Pujols hit two mighty home runs, and Cesar Izturis and Ryan Ludwick also went yard in leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-2 win over the punchless San Diego Padres on Monday night.
Cards flex muscles in San Diego: Swinging like a man no longer in need of protection, Pujols exposed the Padres' folly with a lightning fifth-inning swing, on the way to a 8-2 win.
Padres need to infuse youth, energy: With the worst record in the majors and their ace on the DL, the Padres could be making some changes soon, Ken Rosenthal says.
Mariners 3, Padres 2: Jose Lopez jumped on the first pitch from San Diego reliever Heath Bell in the bottom of the eighth, lining a two-out, two-run double into the right-field corner, and the Seattle Mariners rallied for a 3-2 win over the Padres.
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M's rally past Padres for 1st win streak in month: SEATTLE (AP) -- Jose Lopez jumped on the first pitch from San Diego reliever Heath Bell in the bottom of the eighth, lining a two-out, two-run double into the right-field corner, and the Seattle Mariners rallied for a 3-2 win over the Padres on Sunday afternoon....
Padres' Peavy to miss next start: SEATTLE - Reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy will miss his scheduled start on Monday for the San Diego Padres, bothered by soreness in his pitching elbow.
Doctors to examine Peavy's sore elbow: San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy will miss his scheduled start tonight against the St. Louis Cardinals with soreness in his pitching elbow.
On Baseball: Triple Play?: On a trip to Philadelphia with the San Diego Padres two weeks ago, Greg Maddux surveyed his career and said,"I've been on extra credit for five or six years now."
Mariners honor inspirational softball trio: One simple act of sportsmanship has become one of the feel-good stories of the year, and Friday night the three young women who took part in this special story were honored at Safeco Field before the series opener between the Mariners and Padres.
Padres 6, Seattle 4: SEATTLE (AP) -- Brian Giles had his third four-hit game of the season, Tadahito Iguchi had a homer among his three hits and the San Diego Padres opened interleague play with a 6-4 win over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night.
NL NOTES: Cards' Isringhausen lands on disabled list: St. Louis CardinalsJason Isringhausen pitched three times after cutting his pitching hand, apparently from striking a television in frustration, before the team placed its struggling closer on the 15-day disabled list.San Diego Padres
M's lose battle of bad with 6-4 loss: Major League Baseball's contrived"natural rivalry"of the Seattle Mariners and the San Diego Padres actually makes some sense this year...
Dempster does it all in win vs. Padres: Cubs starter Ryan Dempster allowed just six hits in 8 1/3 shutout innings and knocked in the game's first run in a 4-0 win Thursday against the Padres.
Cubs 4, Padres 0: CHICAGO (AP) -- Ryan Dempster struck out a career-high 12 and hit a go-ahead single against Greg Maddux during a four-run fifth inning, leading the Chicago Cubs over the punchless San Diego Padres 4-0 Thursday.
Edmonds gets another chance with Cubs: The Cubs were on the verge Wednesday of signing free agent outfielder Jim Edmonds, who was released last week by the Padres.
Cubs 8, Padres 5: Ted Lilly struck out 11 in six innings to win his third straight start, and Alfonso Soriano and Geovany Soto homered to lead the Chicago Cubs over the San Diego Padres Wednesday night.
Cubs' Lilly fans 11 to top Peavy's Padres: Ted Lilly struck out 11 in six innings to win his third straight start, and Alfonso Soriano and Geovany Soto homered to lead the Chicago Cubs over the San Diego Padres 8-5 Wednesday night.
Cubs sign veteran outfielder Edmonds: Jim Edmonds wasn't out of work long. The Chicago Cubs agreed to a contract with the 37-year-old outfielder on Wednesday, five days after he was released by the San Diego Padres.
Cubs plan to sign Jim Edmonds: The Cubs were on the verge Wednesday of signing free agent outfielder Jim Edmonds, who was released last week by the Padres.
NL | Outfield help: Cubs near deal with Edmonds: The Chicago Cubs were on the verge Wednesday of signing free-agent outfielder Jim Edmonds, who was released last week by the San Diego Padres...
Cubs say they're close to signing Edmonds: The Cubs were on the verge yesterday of signing free agent outfielder Jim Edmonds, who was released last week by the San Diego Padres.
Estes earns emotional win at Wrigley: Making his first start since April 5, 2006, Shawn Estes worked into the sixth with a one-run lead, and the Padres bullpen made it hold for Estes, who picked up his 100th career victory in San Diego's 4-3 win over Chicago at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night.
Reynolds eager to grade his debut: Rockies rookie right-hander Greg Reynolds put his body to work Monday, sweating through a running and weight training workout. But he can't wait to put his mind to work at dissecting his first Major League start, a generally well-received 6-1 loss to the Padres on Sunday afternoon.
Padres 4, Cubs 3: Khalil Greene hit a three-run home run to help Shawn Estes earn his first victory since 2005 with the San Diego Padres’victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
Greene's homer sends Padres over Cubs: Khalil Greene hit a three-run home run to help Shawn Estes earn his first victory since 2005 with the San Diego Padres' 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
Greene's homer helps Padres beat Cubs: Shawn Estes had some serious doubts if he was ever going to get his 100th career victory. Khalil Greene hit a three-run homer to help Estes reach that milestone and win his first game since 2005 with the San Diego Padres' 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on...
Big bats, Big Z driving surging Cubs: Alfonso Soriano hit a two-run homer, and Geovany Soto smacked a two-run single to highlight a six-run fifth inning and back Carlos Zambrano as the Cubs beat the San Diego Padres, 12-3, to win their fourth straight game.
Carlos Zambrano pitches, hits Cubs past Padres: Carlos Zambrano didn't let the chilly mid-May temperatures affect him on the mound, or at the plate. Zambrano won his fifth straight decision and had two hits on a 41-degree night, leading the Chicago Cubs past the San Diego Padres 12-3 on Monday night....
NL: Zambrano wins fifth straight decision for Cubs: Carlos Zambrano won his fifth straight decision, and Alfonso Soriano homered in a six-run fifth Monday night as the Chicago Cubs won their fourth straight, beating the San Diego Padres 12-3.
Padres roll to win over Rox in finale: It might not be considered an offensive explosion, but the Padres will take it. Runs, not to mention wins, have come few and far between during the last month, so Sunday's 6-1 win over the Rockies was more than welcome for the too often offensively challenged Padres.
Padres 3, Rockies 2: Greg Maddux became the ninth pitcher in big league history to win 350 games, reaching the plateau in his fifth try and leading the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rockies.
Maddux notches win No. 350 as Padres edge Rockies: Greg Maddux became the ninth pitcher in big league history to win 350 games, reaching the plateau in his fifth try and leading the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night.
Padres' Maddux gets 350th career win: SAN DIEGO - Greg Maddux became the ninth pitcher in big league history to win 350 games, reaching the plateau in his fifth try and leading the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday night.
350 wins for Maddux: 'It was kind of cool,' Padres pitcher says; Gagne out as closer
Rockies rally for win over Padres: The Rockies kept their winning streak alive, earning their third straight victory with a 4-2 win over the Padres at PETCO Park on Friday night.
Padres part ways with Edmonds: The Padres decided to sever ties with Jim Edmonds on Friday, releasing the 37-year-old, eight-time Gold Glove winner after he struggled offensively and defensively during the first month of the season.
Edmonds released by Padres; Gerut recalled: Center fielder Jim Edmonds was released Friday by the San Diego Padres after his batting average dipped to .178 more than 100 points below his lifetime average and he struggled to track down fly balls.
Padres release struggling CF Edmonds: Center fielder Jim Edmonds has been released by the San Diego Padres after his batting average dipped to .178 and he struggled to track down fly balls he once easily caught.
Struggling Edmonds is released by Padres: The Cardinals traded Jim Edmonds to the San Diego Padres last December because they could no longer guarantee that he would play every day.
Cook, Rockies shut down Peavy, Padres 4-2: Not even reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy could bail out the staggering San Diego Padres. Garrett Atkins and Brad Hawpe hit consecutive bases-loaded singles off Peavy (4-2) in the sixth inning Friday night and the Colorado Rockies won 4-2 to send...
Padres release struggling Edmonds, call up Gerut: Centerfielder Jim Edmonds was released by the San Diego Padres after his batting average dipped to .178 - more than 100 points below his lifetime average - and he struggled to track down fly balls.
Hudson keeps Braves rolling: Tim Hudson overcame some second-inning frustrations and was the beneficiary of a three-run seventh-inning that vaulted the Braves to a 5-2 win over the Padres at Turner Field on Wednesday night.
Braves 5, Padres 2: Pinch-hitter Greg Norton broke a seventh-inning tie with a bases-loaded single and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win.
Norton's pinch-hit single sends Braves past Padres: Pinch-hitter Greg Norton broke a seventh-inning tie with a bases-loaded single and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win.
Norton's pinch-hit single lifts Braves past Padres: Greg Norton was brought to Atlanta to provide some punch in a pinch. On Wednesday night, it was job well done for the Braves' new addition. Norton broke a seventh-inning tie with a bases-loaded, pinch-hit single, and Atlanta beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 for...
What can you 'say? They're both hot: While Chipper Jones made his seemingly nightly contributions during the Braves' 5-3 win over the Padres at Turner Field on Tuesday night, Kotsay enjoyed a two-hit night that helped Jair Jurrjens gain some reward for yet another impressive mound performance.
Braves 5, Padres 3: Chipper Jones hit his 10th homer, Jair Jurrjens pitched six strong innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Tuesday night to improve the NL’s best home record.
Jones, Braves take fourth straight win: The Atlanta Braves are proving tough to beat at home, and rookie starter Jair Jurrjens is leading the way. Jurrjens improved to 3-0 at Turner Field by pitching six strong innings and the Braves beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 on Tuesday night to improve the NL'...
Phillies Notes:: PHOENIX - It seemed as if Ryan Howard had found his stroke Thursday, when he hit a home run to beat the San Diego Padres.
Miller solid in series finale vs. Padres: Andrew Miller lasted six innings for the first time this season and Dan Uggla went 3-for-4 with a homer, a double and a walk in the Marlins' 10-3 victory over the Padres on Sunday.
Marlins 10, Padres 3: When Greg Maddux’s workday ended in the sixth inning, he walked off the mound and headed directly for the tunnel to the clubhouse, bypassing the San Diego Padres’dugout.
Padres 7, Marlins 2: Jake Peavy won for the first time in more than three weeks and Tadahito Iguchi hit the go-ahead two-run double to help the San Diego Padres defeat the Florida Marlins.
Jake Peavy helps Padres beat Marlins 7-2: Jake Peavy got back in the win column despite making a reluctant early exit. Peavy won for the first time in more than three weeks and Tadahito Iguchi hit the go-ahead two-run double to help the San Diego Padres defeat the Florida Marlins 7-2 on Saturday...
Uggla homers twice in Marlins win: The Florida Marlins juggled their lineup and the results were positive. Dan Uggla homered twice and drove in four runs, Mark Hendrickson pitched seven effective innings and the Marlins beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 on Friday night. Uggla's second homer, a...
Phillies 3, Padres 2: PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ryan Howard hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the eighth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies over the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Thursday night.
Howard's homer leads Phillies over Padres: Ryan Howard drove a low-and-away pitcher's pitch into the seats. That's a sign the slumping slugger is regaining his stroke. Howard hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the eighth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies over the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Thursday...
Bavasi, 93, built Dodgers'title teams as GM:
Buzzie Bavasi, a general manager whose Dodgers teams won four World Series titles in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, died Thursday. He was 93.
His death was announced by the Seattle Mariners, whose general manager is Bill Bavasi, a son of the former Dodgers GM."Buzzie was one of the game's greatest front office executives during a period that spanned parts of six different decades,"baseball commissioner Bud Selig said."He loved the game, and he loved talking about it."Emil Joseph Bavasi's Dodgers teams included future Hall of Famers Jackie Robinson, Duke Snider, Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale. Bavasi later was part owner and president of the San Diego Padres, then became executive vice president of the California Angels. He spent 44 years working in baseball.With the Dodgers, he played a role in Robinson becoming the first African-American to play in the major leagues.During his tenure as GM from 1951-68, the Dodgers won their only World Series in Brooklyn in 1955 and won Series titles in Los Angeles in 1959, 1963 and 1965.Padres close rough month with solid win: Adrian Gonzalez and Kevin Kouzmanoff each hit home runs to lead the Padres to a 4-2 victory over the Phillies on Wednesday at Citizens Bank Park in front of a crowd of 36,648.
Padres 4, Phillies 2: Adrian Gonzalez hit a two-run homer and Chris Young pitched six effective innings to help the Padres beat the Phillies Wednesday night.
Padres unveil DR training center: The San Diego Padres unveiled a spacious new training academy in the Dominican Republic on Wednesday in a bid to develop more of the baseball hotbed's top prospects. The team's executives held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the $8 million, 15-acre park that...
Phillies 7, Padres 4: Cole Hamels pitched 7 1-3 impressive innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres Tuesday night, denying Greg Maddux his 350th career victory.
Hamels, Phillies deny Maddux win No. 350: Cole Hamels pitched 7 1/3 impressive innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres 7-4 Tuesday night, denying Greg Maddux his 350th career victory.
Hamels, Phillies beat Padres 7-4: Greg Maddux stomped off the mound, took his glove off and nearly slammed it to the ground. He was agitated a pitcher got a hit off him. Cole Hamels frustrated the San Diego Padres even more with his arm. Hamels pitched 7 1-3 impressive innings and the...
Phils deny Maddux 350th career victory (AP):
Greg Maddux stomped off the mound, took his glove off and nearly slammed it to the ground. He was agitated a pitcher got a hit off him. Cole Hamels frustrated the San Diego Padres even more with his arm. Hamels pitched 7 1-3 impressive innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Padres 7-4 Tuesday night, denying Maddux his 350th career victory.
Players of the Week: Shields | Berkman: The week ahead has a little bit of everything for the baseball fan, including rivalry series and Padres right-hander Greg Maddux going for career win No. 350 for the third time.
Why are the Phillies winning? Bullpen, intensity: It seems as if it shouldn't add up.April.Injuries.Slumping sluggers and struggling starters.It should be a combination for another slow start for the Phillies. But they are 14-12 entering tonight's series opener against the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park. They have won six of their last eight games. They have guaranteed that they will not have a losing record entering May for the first time since 2003, when they were 16-12.
Punchless Padres struggling in NL West: Remember when the Padres were contenders? Sitting at the bottom of the NL West, they can only blame their bats, Dayn Perry says.
Diamondbacks 2, Padres 1: Brandon Webb outpitched Jake Peavy in a battle of the last two NL Cy Young Award winners, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Webb outduels Peavy, becomes first to six wins: Brandon Webb outpitched Jake Peavy in a battle of the last two NL Cy Young Award winners, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Iguchi's homer in 13th snaps Padres' skid: Tadahito Iguchi hit a home run off Yusmeiro Petit with one out in the 13th inning to lift the San Diego Padres to an 8-7 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday and snap a five-game skid.
Brandon Webb outpitches Peavy as D-backs win again: Brandon Webb had a pretty good idea what to expect when the Arizona Diamondbacks faced Jake Peavy and the San Diego Padres....
Peek at the Week: Get ready for May: The week ahead has a little bit of everything for the baseball fan, including rivalry series and Padres right-hander Greg Maddux going for career win No. 350 for the third time.
Unit, D-Backs open series with win: Randy Johnson threw six innings of three-hit, one-run baseball in a 5-1 win vs. the San Diego Padres Friday.{b}Pics | Box | Piecoro | Chat
Aurilia's bat, Lincecum's arm lift Giants: Rich Aurilia homered to generate Thursday night's only meaningful offense while Tim Lincecum pitched 6 1/3 impressive innings to help the Giants outlast the San Diego Padres, 1-0.
Lincecum outstanding for Giants in 1-0 win over Padres: The San Diego Padres are struggling so badly that they allowed only four hits to the San Francisco Giants, and still lost.
A reason for Giants fans to love Michael Barrett: Padres catcher Michael Barrett was surprised to learn he is a folk hero among some Giants fans because of something he wishes he could take back. On May 20, 2006, during a game between the White Sox and Cubs, Barrett punched A.J. Pierzynski in the jaw after...
Pitcher with the Midas touch: The mind sometimes wanders in a scoreless game. As the Giants and Padres traded zeroes, one wondered how many Tim Lincecums could fit into one Chris Young. Seriously, San Diego's 6-10, 275-pound pitcher looks like an aircraft carrier standing on its bow....
Big Unit stays behind, to start vs. Friars: Randy Johnson did not accompany the D-backs to Los Angeles, but the left-hander is still scheduled to start on Friday when the team opens a three-game series with the Padres in San Diego.
Giants find winning formula vs. Padres: San Francisco emerged with a rousing 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, breaking a 1-1 tie in the 13th inning as Fred Lewis and Aaron Rowand stroked RBI singles, then holding on as Brian Wilson toughened just in time to collect his sixth save in seven opportunities.
Giants 3, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman blew another save and the San Francisco Giants went on to beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-2 in 13 innings on Wednesday night.
Hoffman blows Maddux's 350th; Giants top slumping Padres: Trevor Hoffman blew another save and the San Francisco Giants went on to beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-2 in 13 innings on Wednesday night.
Hoffman blows save, Giants rally in 13th to win 3-2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman blew another save and the San Francisco Giants went on to beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-2 in 13 innings on Wednesday night....
How they scored: Padres 5th: With one out, Iguchi singled to left. Maddux singled to left, moving Iguchi to second. Giles singled to center, scoring Iguchi. Padres 1, Giants 0 Giants 9th: Hoffman pitching. With one out, Molina homered to left. Giants 1, Padres 1 Giants 13th:...
On deck: TONIGHT Opponent: At Padres Time: 7:05 p.m. TV: CSNBA Pitchers: Lincecum (3-0) vs. Young (1-1) FRIDAY Opponent: Reds Time: 7:15 p.m. TV: Channel: 11 Pitchers: Harang (1-2) vs. Sanchez (1-1) SATURDAY Opponent: Reds Time: Channel: 11 TV: 6:05 p.m. Pitchers:...
Good Signs All Around: If the Giants are searching for karmic signs that life soon might get better, they got three Wednesday night. They did not lose to Greg Maddux, Matt Cain did not lose another gut-wrencher and they did not play 22 innings, as the Padres and Rockies did in the...
Hoffman blows save; Giants rally in 13th to win 3-2: SAN DIEGO Trevor Hoffman blew another save and the San Francisco Giants went on to beat the slumping San Diego Padres 3-2 in 13 innings on Wednesday night.
Astros take ugly win from Friars: Count this as one of those"ugly"wins. The Astros overcame a bullpen meltdown to win, 11-7, completing a two-game sweep over the Padres.
Astros 11, Padres 7: HOUSTON (AP) -- Kaz Matsui's two-run single in the eighth inning lifted the Houston Astros to an 11-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
Astros roll to big win over Padres: The Astros have been waiting somewhat impatiently for their much ballyhooed offense to live up to the hype, and on Monday at Minute Maid Park, they broke through with a convincing attack in a 10-3 win over the San Diego Padres.
Hensley ready to start rehab stint: Clay Hensley isn't quite ready to pronounce himself fit and ready to pitch in the Major Leagues just yet, though he's encouraged that he's getting closer to getting back to pitching for the Padres.
Astros 10, Padres 3: HOUSTON (AP) -- Roy Oswalt won consecutive starts for the first time since August, and Miguel Tejada and Lance Berkman drove in three runs each to lead the Houston Astros over the San Diego Padres 10-3 Monday night.
Astros' bats come alive in 10-3 win over Padres: The Astros scored five runs in the first inning and never looked back as Roy Oswalt pitched seven solid innings in a win over the Padres on Monday at Minute Maid Park.
Huber's first homer propels Padres: Rookie Justin Huber hit a three-run homer, the first of his big league career, off Randy Johnson, as the Padres topped the host D-backs, 9-4, on Sunday afternoon. Left-hander Randy Wolf got the win, allowing four runs in 6 1/3 innings.
Hensley to go on rehab assignment: Padres right-hander Clay Hensley is scheduled to begin a Minor League rehab assignment on Tuesday, almost seven months to the day after having surgery to repair a torn labrum. Also, right-hander Mark Prior is scheduled to play catch Monday in Peoria, Ariz.
Padres' Clark doubtful with groin strain: Padres backup first baseman Tony Clark was not available to the team on Saturday because of a groin strain suffered during Thursday's 22-inning marathon game against Colorado, and his status for Sunday's afternoon tilt against the D-backs was in question.
Padres 9, Diamondbacks 4: PHOENIX (AP) -- Justin Huber connected off Randy Johnson for his first career home run, ruining the Big Unit's return and helping the San Diego Padres defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 on Sunday to snap a four-game losing streak.
Johnson roughed up in loss: The Padres scored five times in the sixth inning off Randy Johnson en route to a 9-4 win.
Padres defeat Big Unit, Diamondbacks 9-4 (AP):
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Justin Huber connected for his first career home run off Randy Johnson, helping the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 on Sunday and snap a four-game losing streak. That's probably bigger news in San Diego than in Huber's native Australia. "I don't really see myself telling stories about it in 10 years' time, 20 years' time or something, because nobody in Australia knows who Randy...
Diamondbacks 10, Padres 3: PHOENIX (AP) -- Chris Young singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks scored six runs in the eighth inning to rout the San Diego Padres 10-3 on Saturday night.
Streaking Diamondbacks score 6 in 8th to beat Padres 10-3: PHOENIX (AP) -- Chris Young singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks scored six runs in the eighth inning to rout the San Diego Padres 10-3 on Saturday night....
Streaking Diamondbacks score 6 in 8th to beat Padres 10-3: Chris Young singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks scored six runs in the eighth inning to rout the San Diego Padres 10-3 on Saturday night. Arizona won its fourth straight and improved to a major league-best 13-4,...
Rockies hit rush hour following epic: Before the Rockies could finally hit their beds, after a 22-inning, 2-1 victory over the Padres at PETCO Park that ended early Friday morning, followed by a three-hour flight, they encountered one more daunting opponent: rush hour on the way to the airport.
Tired Friars reflect on long night: The Padres arrived in Phoenix blurry-eyed early on Friday morning, ready for sleep following the longest game in franchise history, a 2-1 loss to the Rockies in 22 innings at PETCO Park.
Diamondbacks 9, Padres 0: PHOENIX (AP) -- Conor Jackson matched a career high with four hits, including two triples and a home run, and the Arizona Diamondbacks routed the weary San Diego Padres 9-0 on Friday night.
D-Backs blitz Maddux, Padres: The Diamondbacks beat Greg Maddux and the San Diego Padres 9-0 Friday night.{b}Photos | Chat | Box | Piecoro
Let's play 2 1/2 _ Rockies-Padres marathon goes 22 innings: It started with reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy throwing the first pitch just before sunset and ended right around last call. In between, the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres played baseball for 6 hours, 16 minutes. There was a seventh-...
After 22 innings: Rockies, 2-1:
They played baseball for 6 hours and 16 minutes Thursday night (and Friday morning) at Petco Park in San Diego. And at 1:21 a.m., after 22 innings, Colorado pitcher Kip Wells threw a called third strike past Padres pitcher Glendon Rusch. Game over. Rockies win 2-1.
It was the longest game in the majors since Aug. 31, 1993, when Minnesota beat Cleveland 5-4, also in 22 innings."That was an incredible baseball game,"Padres manager Bud Black said."It will go down as one that everybody who was here will never forget it."NotableRecord book:Longest game in Rockies history. Longest game by innings in the 40-year history of the Padres, and one minute short of their longest game by time. The 20 strikeouts by Padres pitchers tied a team record; the 17 by Rockies pitchers is a team record.Where it ranks:It's among the 17 longest games in big league history, by inning. The record is 26 (Brooklyn vs. Boston) in 1920.Winning hit and run:Troy Tulowitzki's RBI double with two outs in the top of the 22nd brought in Willy Taveras, who had reached base when shortstop Khalil Greene threw high to first base. Taveras stole second and advanced on catcher Josh Bard's throwing error.The pitchers:The starters were reigning Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy (eight innings) of the Padres and lefty Jeff Francis (seven) of the Rockies. Best of the relievers were Will Ledezma (five innings) of the Padres and Kip Wells (four) for the Rockies.The catchers:Colorado's Yorvit Torrealba and Bard each caught all 22 innings.Got to go:Both teams had planes to catch -- the Rockies to Houston (they arrived at their hotel at about 8:15 a.m.) and the Padres to Phoenix (they arrived about 3:45 a.m.).Curfew?:There is no curfew for NL games, but there is an 11:30 p.m. curfew for takeoffs at San Diego's Lindbergh Field because of residential neighborhoods just west of the runway.Uh-oh:The teams'charter flights took off around 3 a.m., said a San Diego County Regional Airport Authority spokesperson. But now a curfew violation review and fines are possible.Throw the ball:There were 659 pitches thrown by a combined 15 pitchers.1-2-3:23 Padres batters in a row were retired from the second to the 10th innings.Surprise:Only a fraction of the crowd of 25,984 was around to see the final out.| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | R | H | E | |
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Tulowitzki vindicates self in 22nd inning: Troy Tulowitzki's two-out double in the top of the 22nd inning gave the Rockies a 2-1 victory over the Padres in the longest game in the history of both franchises on Thursday night/Friday morning at PETCO Park in front of 25,985 fans.
Long, long night of baseball in San Diego: Padres players taped up the head of a stuffed ram and placed it on the bench in the dugout. Maybe it was a good-luck charm, possibly it was just a way to keep busy....
Rockies get contributions from bench: Manager Clint Hurdle shook up the lineup, and it paid off with contributions from bench players in a 10-2 win over the Padres on Wednesday night. Mark Redman allowed two runs on three hits in five innings to earn his second victory of the season.
Atkins leads Rockies to win: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Garrett Atkins went 4-for-5 with two RBIs and the Colorado Rockies scored seven runs in the ninth inning of a 10-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night....
Atkins leads Rockies to win: Garrett Atkins was happy to see his big night at the plate rub off on some of his teammates. Atkins went 4-for-5 with two RBIs and the Colorado Rockies scored seven runs in the ninth inning of a 10-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night. "This...
Wolf throws 6 2/3 hitless at Rockies: Left-hander Randy Wolf didn't allow a hit until two outs in the seventh inning, as the Padres beat the Rockies, 6-0, on Tuesday night. The Padres got two-run doubles from Brian Giles, Kevin Kouzmanoff and Jim Edmonds in the fifth inning.
Wolf shuts down Rockies, leads Padres to 6-0 win: Randy Wolf was going to be finished after seven innings, no-hit bid or not. Wolf held defending NL champion Colorado hitless for 6 2-3 innings and struck out nine, and Brian Giles collected his 1,000th RBI to lead the San Diego Padres to a 6-0 victory over...
One-game playoff won't be forgotten: The Padres and Rockies staged a memorable one-game playoff last Oct. 1 to determine the National League Wild Card recipient. The lead changed hands five times, with the Rockies coming away with a dramatic 9-8 victory that sent them onward.
Maddux, Padres prevail in duel in LA: Greg Maddux threw five scoreless innings for career victory No. 349 as the Padres defeated the Dodgers, 1-0, on Sunday at Dodger Stadium.
Long relievers adjust to lack of action: San Diego manager Bud Black was talking the other day about how relief pitchers Wil Ledezma and Glendon Rusch, the Padres' two designated long relievers out of the bullpen, hadn't seen much game action early in the season.
Padres 1, Dodgers 0: LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Greg Maddux recorded his 349th career victory one day before his 42nd birthday and Paul McAnulty drove in the only run with a sacrifice fly, leading the San Diego Padres to a 1-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday.
Maddux pitches gem in Padres' victory: Greg Maddux recorded his 349th career victory one day before his 42nd birthday and Paul McAnulty drove in the only run with a sacrifice fly, leading the San Diego Padres to a 1-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday.
Lowe leads way in Dodgers' rout: Derek Lowe went winless in his first two starts primarily due to a lack of run support, but the Dodgers more than made up for it Saturday as they evened their series against the Padres.
Dodgers 11, Padres 1: LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Andre Ethier went 3-for-5 with a two-run homer, Rafael Furcal and Matt Kemp each hit their first homers of the season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a four-game losing streak with an 11-1 rout of the San Diego Padres on Saturday night.
Furcal, Ethier Lead Dodgers Over Padres: Andre Ethier went 3-for-5 with a two-run homer, Rafael Furcal and Matt Kemp each hit their first homers of the season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a four-game losing streak with an 11-1 rout of the San Diego Padres on Saturday night. Derek Lowe (1-0)...
Padres deliver third win for Peavy: The Padres strung together four RBI singles in the fourth inning Friday to knock off the Dodgers, 7-5, and help Jake Peavy win his third game in as many starts.
Padres 7, Dodgers 5: LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jake Peavy beat Brad Penny for the second time in a week, and Trevor Hoffman struck out Jeff Kent with the bases loaded to finish the San Diego Padres' 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night.
Peavy outpitches Penny to pace Padres: Jake Peavy beat Brad Penny for the second time in a week, and Trevor Hoffman struck out Jeff Kent with the bases loaded to finish the San Diego Padres' 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night.
Hoffman Escapes in 9th, Padres Hold On: Jake Peavy beat Brad Penny for the second time in a week, and Trevor Hoffman struck out Jeff Kent with the bases loaded to finish the San Diego Padres' 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night. The Dodgers scored once against Hoffman and put the...
Ortmeier's heroics provide margin: Daniel Ortmeier, who gave up switch hitting only this week, celebrated his first plate appearance as a full-time right-handed batter by bashing a ground-rule double with two outs in Wednesday's ninth inning that drove in the game's lone run as the Giants outlasted the San Diego Padres, 1-0.
Giants 1, Padres 0: SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (AP) -- Daniel Ortmeier hit a two-out, RBI double in the ninth off San Diego's Heath Bell and the San Francisco Giants won consecutive games for the first time this season by beating the Padres 1-0 on Wednesday night.
Rookie helps Giants top Padres in pitchers' duel: Daniel Ortmeier hit a two-out, RBI double in the ninth off San Diego's Heath Bell and the San Francisco Giants won consecutive games for the first time this season by beating the Padres 1-0 on Wednesday night.
Molina's clutch homers boost Giants: Bengie Molina's second home run of the game, a one-out drive to left field in the bottom of the 11th inning, broke a tie and lifted the Giants to a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday.
Barrett to DL, but avoids surgery: The Padres have officially lost catcher Michael Barrett to the 15-day disabled list, though they're thankful the elbow injury he sustained Monday won't likely mean he's done for the season.
Molina's 2 Homers Lift Giants Over Pods: SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Bengie Molina hit his second homer of the game with one out in the 11th inning off Cla Meredith, giving the San Francisco Giants a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night....
Molina's home run extra special: Bengie Molina still doesn't feel like a cleanup hitter. The man who took Barry Bonds' spot in the Giants' lineup hit two home runs Tuesday night, the second one ending a 3-2 victory over the Padres in the 11th inning. "No, no, no," Molina said when asked...
San Diego Padres catcher Michael Barrett placed on disabled list with strained ligament: San Diego placed catcher Michael Barrett on the 15-day disabled list with a strained ligament in his right elbow before the Padres' game against the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night. Barrett injured the elbow during the Padres' 8-4 victory over the...
Peavy laughs off dirty-hand controversy: The day after having to answer questions about photos that showed his dirty right hand after a start on Saturday, Padres pitcher Jake Peavy was still laughing at the suggestion that he might have doctored the baseball.
Patient Maddux overcomes early blip: After a rocky first inning, Greg Maddux didn't panic. He simply got better, which is why, in large part, the Padres were able to open a six-game road trip with an 8-4 victory Monday over the Giants, thus spoiling the home opener for a sellout crowd of 42,861.
Back home after marathon swing: After a rocky first inning, Greg Maddux didn't panic. He simply got better, which is why, in large part, the Padres were able to open a six-game road trip with an 8-4 victory Monday over the Giants, thus spoiling the home opener for a sellout crowd of 42,861.
Another game, another lineup for LA: Manager Joe Torre gave 40-year-old second baseman Jeff Kent the day off on Sunday against the Padres. Torre said that with Saturday's day game and Monday's night game, Kent -- who has been nursing a healing hamstring -- would have more than 48 hours off.
Dodgers 3, Padres 2: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman was charged with his second loss in his last three games, allowing Chin-lung Hu's tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Peavy allows two hits as Padres frustrate Dodgers: Padres manager Bud Black had quite the choice Saturday: send out the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner for the ninth inning or turn to baseball's all-time saves leader. The NL Cy Young Award winner came out. Jake Peavy finished off the 4-1 win over the Dodgers, throwing a two-hitter and striking out eight in the first complete game in the big leagues this year.
Trevor Hoffman Struggles Again for Pads: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Trevor Hoffman was charged with his second loss in his last three games, allowing Chin-lung Hu's tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday....
In home opener, Giants hope to reverse two trends: Two things seemed to drive manager Bruce Bochy nuts last season, the Giants' 4-14 futility against his old team, the San Diego Padres, and all the losses Matt Cain took, even when he pitched well, because the offense could not score for him. Those themes will...
Padres, Maddux are bane of Bochy, Cain: Two things seemed to drive manager Bruce Bochy nuts last season, the Giants' 4-14 futility against his old team, the San Diego Padres, and all the losses Matt Cain took, even when he pitched well, because the offense could not score for him. Those themes will...
Padres manager defends Peavy's dirty right hand: Padres manager Bud Black defended Jake Peavy on Sunday, saying a dark substance on his right hand after a game against the Dodgers on Saturday was just a mix of dirt and rosin.
Dodgers score off Hoffman to beat Padres (AP):
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Trevor Hoffman's sluggish start this season is beginning to look a lot like the end of last year. Hoffman was charged with his second loss in his last three games, allowing Chin-lung Hu's tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Photos show substance on Peavy's hand (AP): Padres manager Bud Black defended Jake Peavy on Sunday, saying a dark substance on his right hand after a game against the Dodgers on Saturday was just a mix of dirt and rosin. The sports Web site, www.thebiglead.com, posted images Sunday it said were sent by a reader after Peavy tossed a two-hitter in a 4-1 win over Los Angeles.
Skipper downplays substance on Peavy's hand: Padres manager Bud Black defended Jake Peavy on Sunday, saying a dark substance on his right hand after a game against the Dodgers on Saturday was just a mix of dirt and rosin.
Bard's slide into dugout costs a run: Josh Bard's sliding catch into the Padres dugout had a strange result Saturday, with a runner on third awarded home based on a rule about fielders leaving the field of play.
Edmonds kept busy in return from DL: New center fielder Jim Edmonds was busy enough in his first regular-season game in a Padres uniform, as he was reinstated from the 15-day disabled list prior to San Diego's 4-1 victory over the Dodgers.
Peavy dominates Dodgers again, with complete game for 4-1 Padres win: Padres manager Bud Black had quite the choice Saturday: send out the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner for the ninth inning or turn to baseball's all-time saves leader. There was even a little bit of drama. Trevor Hoffman had been warming up in the bullpen,...
All business for Kuroda in terrific debut: Hiroki Kuroda's Major League debut Friday night, for the Dodgers against the Padres, was nearly a win-yawn situation. He was phenomenal, throttling the Padres over seven innings.
Pitching pickups provide quick pick-me-ups: Baseball's offseason pitching market is paying early dividends and more high-profile debuts are scheduled this weekend.The Los Angeles Dodgers' Hiroki Kuroda makes his first major league start Friday at the San Diego Padres after pitching 11 seasons in Japan. Kuroda, who had a 103-89 record and 3.68 ERA in Japan, signed a three-year, $35.3 million contract with the Dodgers.
Hoffman rebounds for Padres, gets second save: Ever the prankster, Padres right fielder Brian Giles came up behind the media scrum surrounding Trevor Hoffman and asked, "What do you think about all the talk show callers and everything, Trevor?"
Berkman's blast leads Astros to win: Heading into his at-bat in the ninth inning Wednesday, Lance Berkman was well aware that he was 0-for-something with several strikeouts lifetime against Padres closer Trevor Hoffman. Perhaps Berkman didn't know the exact numbers -- 0-for-7, four strikeouts -- but he remembered his most recent at-bat against the all-time saves leader, and didn't want to repeat recent history.
Astros 9, Padres 6: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Lance Berkman hit a three-run homer off Trevor Hoffman with two outs in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros rallied for their first win of the season, 9-6 over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.
Astros' Berkman Beats Padres, Hoffman: Lance Berkman hit a three-run homer off Trevor Hoffman with two outs in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros rallied for their first win of the season, 9-6 over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night. With the Padres leading 6-5, Hoffman retired the first...
Ninth-inning rally gives Astros first win of season: Coming off a pair of lackluster losses to start the season, the Astros exploded for four home runs, including a three-run shot by Lance Berkman in the ninth inning that sent them to their first win, 9-6 over the Padres at Petco Park.
Justice: Victory eases the pressure on Astros: The Astros didn't just win against the Padres Wednesday night. They won a game that could energize them, motivate them, carry them.
Hoffman nails down Padres' victory: Center fielder Scott Hairston hit a two-run home run and starting pitcher Chris Young limited the Astros to one run as the Padres defeated the Astros 2-1 Tuesday at PETCO Park.
Healing pitchers left behind in Peoria: The 2008 season might well be under way, but several Padres pitchers are still at the team's Spring Training facility in Peoria, Ariz. Mark Prior, Justin Hampson, Clay Hensley, Tim Stauffer and Carlos Guevara are all on the disabled list and working their way back toward pitching in the Major Leagues.
NL Notes: PADRES — Center fielder Jim Edmonds, who was placed on the disabled list Friday with a strained right calf injury he suffered March 6, said Tuesday that he was fit and ready to rejoin the Padres when he's eligible Saturday, meaning that he'll mis...
Hoffman's save, Hairston's homer carry Padres to 2-1 win over Astros: Trevor Hoffman's 2008 season started much better than '07 ended. The 40-year-old Hoffman earned his 525th career save on Tuesday night, pitching the ninth inning in the San Diego Padres' 2-1 win over the Houston Astros. It was Hoffman's first since blowing...
Peavy does it all in Opening Day win: Jake Peavy provided the thunder with his bat and arm as the San Diego Padres defeated the Houston Astros 4-0 in the regular-season opener for both teams at PETCO Park on Monday.
Justice: Here's some free advice for Cooper: The Astros have a small margin of error with their pitching. Nowhere was that more true than in Sunday's 4-0 loss to the host Padres on opening day, Richard Justice writes.
Peavy, Padres collar Roy-O, Astros in opener: Jake Peavy threw seven scoreless innings, and the San Diego Padres took advantage of strong production at the bottom of their lineup for a 4-0 win on opening day.
Ranking the minor league systems:
Baseball's worst franchise since its inception, the Rays, could be on the verge of becoming one of the game's best teams.
The reason? They have the game's best minor league talent, from impact position players to starting pitchers whom some believe will help form baseball's best pitching staff within the next three years.A look at the top systems in baseball this year reveals that the Rays are No. 1 on theStar-Telegram's list, and there is quite a gap to second place. All of those years at the front of the First-Year Player Draft finally could be paying off.But the downtrodden don't necessarily have all of the top systems, though the Rangers and Reds are two of the noncontending clubs that have made big strides.| 1 | Tampa Bay Rays |
| 2 | Cincinnati Reds |
| 3 | Boston Red Sox |
| 4 | Texas Rangers |
| 5 | Los Angeles Dodgers |
| 6 | New York Yankees |
| 7 | Oakland Athletics |
| 8 | Atlanta Braves |
| 9 | Colorado Rockies |
| 10 | Baltimore Orioles |
| 11 | Los Angeles Angels |
| 12 | Seattle Mariners |
| 13 | Chicago Cubs |
| 14 | Florida Marlins |
| 15 | St. Louis Cardinals |
| 16 | Washington Nationals |
| 17 | San Diego Padres |
| 18 | San Francisco Giants |
| 19 | Arizona Diamondbacks |
| 20 | Milwaukee Brewers |
| 21 | Cleveland Indians |
| 22 | New York Mets |
| 23 | Minnesota Twins |
| 24 | Philadelphia Phillies |
| 25 | Pittsburgh Pirates |
| 26 | Toronto Blue Jays |
| 27 | Kansas City Royals |
| 28 | Detroit Tigers |
| 29 | Chicago White Sox |
| 30 | Houston Astros |
Padres place Edmonds on DL because of calf injury: Center fielder Jim Edmonds was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday, meaning he'll miss his first opening day with the San Diego Padres.
Padres place center fielder Jim Edmonds on disabled list because of calf injury: Center fielder Jim Edmonds was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday, meaning he'll miss his first opening day with the San Diego Padres. Edmonds strained his right calf in a spring training game on March 6. The DL move was retroactive to March 21,...
Padres place CF Edmonds on disabled list (AP): Center fielder Jim Edmonds was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday, meaning he'll miss his first opening day with the San Diego Padres. Edmonds strained his right calf in a spring training game on March 6. The DL move was retroactive to March 21, meaning he'll be eligible to return next Saturday.
Coming off surgery, Prior finally faces first batters: Mark Prior said he felt strong after facing live hitters for the first time in a year on Thursday. The San Diego Padres right-hander, ...
M's Hernandez says he's ready after giving up two home runs in loss to San Diego: After allowing two home runs in his last spring start, Felix Hernandez is not worried heading into the regular season. Seattle's right-hander gave up three runs and nine hits in five innings against the San Diego Padres on Thursday. "They had a lot of hits...
Coming off shoulder surgery, Prior faces batters for first time in a year: (03-27) 14:01 PDT Peoria, Ariz. (AP) -- Mark Prior said he felt strong after facing live hitters for the first time in a year on Thursday. The San Diego Padres right-hander, who had shoulder surgery in April while with the Chicago Cubs, threw 25 pitches...
Prior faces batters for first time in year: Mark Prior said he felt strong after facing live hitters for the first time in a year on Thursday.The San Diego Padres right-hander, who had shoulder surgery in April while with the Chicago Cubs, threw 25 pitches during an eight-minute session. "It was good," Prior said. "It was nice to see their reaction to how I'm throwing even though they're way ahead of me as far as being prepared. It wasgood to get in there and see where you're at.
Nomo slowed by sore groin: Hideo Nomo's bid for a bullpen spot with the Royals has been sidetracked by a pulled right groin. Kansas City manager Trey Hillman revealed Wednesday that Nomo was injured while pitching one inning against the Padres on Tuesday night.
Edmonds tests calf in Minors game: Outfielder Jim Edmonds is still hoping to make the Padres' Opening Day roster. He intends to test his strained right calf muscle in Minor League games in order to be ready for the March 31 opener against the Astros.
Padres pick up manager Bud Black's option for 2009: (03-25) 19:16 PDT Peoria, Ariz. (AP) -- The San Diego Padres exercised manager Bud Black's option for the 2009 season Tuesday. Black made his managerial debut with the Padres in 2007, leading the club to an 89-74 record. The team fell one win short of a...
Matthews suffers sprained ankle: Angels outfielder Gary Matthews Jr. sprained his right ankle on Monday while running the bases in the first inning against the Padres in a Cactus League game. It's the same ankle Matthews sprained last September.
New crop of free agents on the spot: The Giants' Aaron Rowand, the Angels' Torii Hunter, the Dodgers' Andruw Jones, the Mariners' Carlos Silva, the Padres' Jim Edmonds and are the latest group of free agents facing the pressure of living up to their rather large contracts.
Barrett, Prior reflect on time with Cubs: Michael Barrett was behind the plate for Sunday's Cubs game, but he was wearing a Padres uniform. Barrett, Greg Maddux, Mark Prior and Glendon Rusch stopped by the visitor's clubhouse to say hello to some of their former teammates.
Black looks to improve in second year: Recently, Padres manager Bud Black sat down with MLB.com to discuss the experience he gained in his first year as skipper, the state of the bench, the club's recent trip to China and much more.
Padres ace Peavy still improving: Padres ace right-hander Jake Peavy, as historically good as he was in the 2007 season, is still on the upswing of his career, as frightening as that may be for National League batters. People, like his manager, Bud Black, see his talent growing more.
Ledezma strengthens case for rotation spot as San Diego Padres beat Chicago White Sox 5-0: Wilfredo Ledezma is making a strong pitch for a spot in the San Diego Padres' rotation. Ledezma allowed two hits in four innings and the Padres concluded a three-day trip to Tucson with a 5-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday. Tony...
Choiceless Padres likely to start Gerut in left: The Padres have grown so thin in the outfield that Ken Rosenthal says Jody Gerut is on the verge of a major-league comeback.
Nixon leads D-Backs over Padres: Trot Nixon had a two-run homer and a two-run double in the D-Backs' 8-4 win over the Padres Monday.
Second helpings in Beijing sweet: The second Major League baseball game in China felt more like, well, a baseball game as the Padres held off the Dodgers, 6-3, Sunday in Beijing.
Peavy supports Clemens, Bonds: Padres right-hander Jake Peavy said on Saturday that he's saddened by the plight of Roger Clemens and equally as chagrined at the charges that Barry Bonds is facing.
Playing in China, Chipping at a Wall: More than 12,000 spectators watched the Dodgers play the Padres Saturday in a game that introduced a widely unknown—and certainly unpopular—sport to China.
Padres top Dodgers as MLB wraps China Series: Now that Major League Baseball has completed its first trip to China, it's looking ahead to a repeat visit. "I would love to come back," Dodgers chairman Frank McCourt said Sunday, when Los Angeles lost to the San Diego Padres 6-3 in the finale of a two-game exhibition series.
Nervously, Beijing makes opening pitch for MLB: Saturday was Election Day in China. The President of the world's most populous country was re-elected. But the loudest fanfares heard all day in the capital Beijing came at its new baseball field, where China's first ever Major League Baseball game saw the Los Angeles Dodgers held 3-3 by the San Diego Padres.
Dodgers and Padres take spring training to China: Hot dogs, peanuts and tea. Baseball sent spring training overseas Saturday with the first major league game in China. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres played to a 3-3 tie in an exhibition game before 12,224 fans at the new Olympic...
DiNardo pitches out of trouble to help Oakland beat Padres 9-3 in split-squad game: Even without his best stuff, Lenny DiNardo wriggled out of trouble. DiNardo allowed only one run after loading the bases with none out in the third inning, helping the Oakland Athletics beat the San Diego Padres 9-3 in a split-squad game Saturday.
Chinese fans treated to -- what? - a tie game:
What must they think about baseball in China?
The San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers played an exhibition game in Beijing on Saturday and, in true American fashion, they played to a 3-3 tie, called after nine innings.Yes, atie. Did the nearly sellout crowd of 12,224 at the new Olympic baseball stadium know that in real baseball, ties aren't acceptable?Of course, they must've thought it was like soccer, a sport to which the Chinese are much more tied. Or, maybe this was American diplomacy at its finest -- human rights for each of the teams involved. Or maybe there was too much smog to continue play.Tickets for the game sold for as low as 50 CNY, or roughly $7 U.S. Some 20 percent of the tickets reportedly were given away by Chinese officials, a practice not entirely uncommon for big events.At any rate, as noted in The Associated Press story, not many people sang along toTake Me Out to the Ball Game. Didn't know what it was. There was music of all kinds between innings, and during play, staccato organ music to try to pump up the fans.Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, an ex-Ranger, felt almost at home."You didn't really capture the fact you were in China unless you knew you were in China,"Gonzalez said."The atmosphere was great and the field was in great condition.... You just felt like you were at a ballpark playing baseball."Also note this -- that well-known American pitcher Chan Ho Park started for the Dodgers, went five innings and allowed one hit.Baseball commissioner Bud Selig was happy with the atmosphere."To see this... takes my breath away,"Selig said."I am very confident that someday after I'm gone and we do as well as I think we are going to do in China, people will say that's where it all started,"he said.There'll be more today as the teams play the second game. Then they'll take the long trip home.Hank sounds off (again)Yankees general partner Hank Steinbrenner continues to stir it up. His latest target: the Tampa Bay Rays.Reacting to the Yankees-Rays feud of the past week, the New Boss -- son of George, the orginal Boss -- told theNew York Postthat,"I don't want these teams in general to forget who subsidizes a lot of them, and it's the Yankees, the Red Sox, Dodgers, Mets. I would prefer if teams want to target the Yankees that they at least start giving some of that revenue sharing and luxury tax money back. From an owner's point of view, that's my point."And he likes the Yankees'aggressiveness under new manager Joe Girardi."Girardi has his players'back and I have his back and that's never going to change. There are going to be problems, especially if they go after our stars. It's not going to be tolerated. We never have done it to them. It's just not going to happen anymore."Playing niceWhen the Yankees and Rays played a split-squad game Saturday in Tampa, there were no incidents."I'm pleased with the way both teams played,"Rays manager Joe Maddon said, and why not? His team won 7-2.Oswalt nearly perfectMLB wraps up first China trip; repeat visit coming?: Now that Major League Baseball has completed its first trip to China, it's looking ahead to a repeat visit."I would love to come back," Dodgers chairman Frank McCourt said Sunday, when Los Angeles lost to the San Diego Padres 6-3 in the finale of a two-game exhibition series. "I feel we would be making a mistake if we felt that by playing these exhibition games the job was done. The job has just begun.
Fine China: Dodgers, Padres shine: The NL West took the Far East by storm on Saturday as the Padres and Dodgers played the first MLB game in China. Trailing in the eighth, San Diego scored two runs to force a 3-3 tie.
Fans in Beijing show their passion: Asian countries do embrace baseball, sometimes fanatically, and there's no greater potential audience than China. That's why the Dodgers and Padres traveled to Beijing.
Germano makes case for rotation: Justin Germano earned a no-decision in a game that was called after nine innings and with the scored tied, 3-3. But he may have been a winner just the same, at least in the eyes of the Padres coaching staff.
Dodgers, Padres play to 3-3 tie in Beijing: China's red flag with its yellow stars blew in a stiff breeze in deep left field alongside the U.S. Stars and Stripes. Except for this, the first Major League Baseball game in China mostly looked like any afternoon at the ballpark in America.The Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres played to a 3-3 tie on a near-perfect Saturday in Beijing, with clear blue skies replacing the city's usual smog, and 50-degree temperatures making it a glorious debut for baseball.
Wolf shelled while brother umps spring game: Randy Wolf's brother called all the balls and strikes, but it didn't help the San Diego Padres' new left-hander earn a win.Wolf, who signed a $4.75 million contract during the offseason, allowed three runs - two earned - in four innings of work during the Padres' 6-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night. Jim Wolf worked the plate, something that isn't allowed in a regular-season game involving his brother. Randy Wolf said this was the first time it happened.
Maddux takes line drive off thigh, leaves game: Padres starter Greg Maddux took a line drive off his thigh and had to leave the game Thursday against the Chicago Cubs.
MLB comes to China (AP): China's red flag with its yellow stars blew in a stiff breeze in deep left field alongside the U.S. Stars and Stripes. Except for this, the first Major League Baseball game in China mostly looked like any afternoon at the ballpark in America. The Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres played to a 3-3 tie on a near-perfect Saturday in Beijing, with clear blue skies replacing the city's usual...
Wolf loses with umpire brother at plate (AP): Randy Wolf's brother called all the balls and strikes, but it didn't help the San Diego Padres' new left-hander earn a win. Wolf, who signed a $4.75 million contract during the offseason, allowed three runs -- two earned -- in four innings of work during the Padres' 6-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night.
Ready to play ball in China: The Padres and Dodgers play two games this weekend in Beijing as months of anticipation over the first Major League games to be played in China come to fruition.
Baseball Roundup: Maddux Is Day to Day After Being Hit by a Line Drive: San Diego Padres starter Greg Maddux took a line drive off his thigh and had to leave the game Thursday against the Chicago Cubs.
MLB Starts Building Image in China: Building the Great Wall took centuries. Major League Baseball hopes creating its foundation in China won't take that long. Baseball's first big pitch began Thursday, an outing by the San Diego Padres to a twisting, hilly stretch of the country's...
Padres visit Great Wall of China: On a cloudless Thursday in China, four buses carried the Padres and their traveling party to the Great Wall."This thing,"said Minor Leaguer Kyle Blanks,"just humbles you."
Healthy Lincecum working on slider: Giants righty Tim Lincecum is developing a slider that breaks harder than the"slurve"he used while at the University of Washington. Lincecum struck out four in two innings Wednesday against the Padres and did not feel the groin strain that benched him for four days.
Peavy's pride takes over vs. Halos: Padres ace Jake Peavy allowed four runs in the first inning against the Angels on Tuesday while he was working on fastball command. After that, Peavy started mixing up his pitches as his pride took over. Peavy didn't want the Angels thinking he was flat.
Angels score 4 runs in first off NL Cy Young Award winner Peavy: Jake Peavy used his start to work on his fastball. Problem was, the Los Angeles Angels were ready for the pitch. The NL Cy Young Award winner gave up four runs in the first inning Tuesday and the San Diego Padres never recovered, losing 8-4 to the...
Peavy allows 4 runs in 1st vs. Angels (AP):
Jake Peavy used his start to work on his fastball. Problem was, the Los Angeles Angels were ready for the pitch. The NL Cy Young Award winner gave up four runs in the first inning Tuesday and the San Diego Padres never recovered, losing 8-4 to the Angels. Erick Aybar had an RBI triple, Jeff Mathis drove in a run with a double, and Kendry Morales and Nathan Haynes had RBI singles in the inning for...
Blum glad to be back in Houston: Geoff Blum is coming off a bad break up.The San Diego Padres did not renew Blum's contract at the end of 2007, ending a three-year relationship, and they didn't bother to say goodbye, either.
Baseball has a major-league stake in China success: The Dodgers and Padres will play two exhibition games in China this weekend at the new Olympic park in Beijing. MLB hopes it ...
BASEBALL NOTES: DeRosa rejoins Cubs after treatment:
Cubs second baseman Mark DeRosa returned to the starting lineup on Monday, 1 1/2 weeks after a procedure in Chicago to correct an irregular heartbeat.
DeRosa's procedure took about an hour on Feb. 28. It involved using electrical energy to destroy tissues in the heart that were causing the rhythmic disturbances.The 33-year-old infielder experienced an irregular, rapid heartbeat on Feb. 23 during infield drills and spent a night in a Mesa, Ariz., hospital before returning to Chicago for evaluation.DeRosa previously said he'd had the condition since he was a teenager.BrieflyRays:Pitcher Scott Kazmir, sidelined the past two weeks with an elbow strain, threw a bullpen session and hopes to make his first spring training start as soon as Sunday against Detroit. The defending AL strikeout champion also thinks he still has plenty of time to get ready for an Opening Day start but said he won't rush his return.Braves:Right-hander Mike Hampton will pitch Wednesday as scheduled, but in a simulated game rather than that night's exhibition Hampton, who missed the past two seasons because of elbow operations, left his start Friday against Detroit because of a strained groin.Tigers:Detroit ace Justin Verlander threw three scoreless innings, striking out three and walking none in a 4-3 win over the Nationals. Verlander has pitched eight scoreless innings in the exhibition season.Astros:Second baseman Kazuo Matsui was in Houston to see a doctor about a health problem that has been bothering him for most of spring training. He was diagnosed with an anal fissure and his medicine to treat the problem was changed. He is expected to be out four to five days.Dodgers:Manager Joe Torre and a split squad of Dodgers will leave today for Orlando to catch their flight to Beijing. The team will work out and visit the Great Wall of China on Friday before playing a two-game weekend series against the Padres.Diamondbacks:Randy Johnson was happy to pitch without pain. Still, he was disappointed with the results of his first outing since back surgery. The Big Unit gave up three runs and four hits, including a three-run homer by Chris Iannetta, in 1 1/3 innings in Arizona's 10-9 win over the Rockies. Johnson walked one and struck out one.Billy Crystal to play in exhibition game for Yankees:
TAMPA, Fla.Billy Crystal will get to"look mahvelous"in pinstripes.
The actor will sign a one-day, minor league contract with the New York Yankees and play in Thursday's exhibition game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.Crystal, an avid Yankees fan, will work out with the team on Wednesday and will wear uniform No. 60 for the gameto be played one day before his 60th birthday. The Yankees said Monday they have the approval of baseball commissioner Bud Selig."I've been waiting 50 years for this call,"Crystal said in a statement released by the team."I'm overwhelmed by the generosity of the Yankees and commissioner Selig. I know this'll be tougher than the Broadway Softball League, but I'm looking forward to helping the younger players, which by the way is all of them. Oops, I have to go, Scott Boras is on the phone."Crystal, according to the Yankees, hit .348 and was captain during his senior year at Long Beach High School in New York. He directed and produced"61 ,"a move about Roger Maris, Mickey Mantle and the 1961 Yankees."The Yankees are excited to welcome the newest member of our team known for his humor and wit as well as his undying love for the Yankees,"chief operating officer Lonn Trost said.Yankees manager Joe Girardi, after Monday night's 4-0 win over Cincinnati, said he hasn't determined what position Crystal will play."That remains to be seen,"Girardi said."Obviously, it's kind of exciting. Billy Crystal has done a lot for this organization. He's always been a big part of it. Our way of rewarding him, saying thanks for everything that you've done."Country singer Garth Brooks has played in spring training games, helping raise money for his Touch'em All Foundation. He was 1-for-22 (.045) in 1999 with the San Diego Padres, 0-for-17 the following year with the New York Mets and 1-for-8 (.125) in 2004 with the Kansas City Royals.Vets, prospects eager to play in China: The Padres traveling contingent to China includes players with substantial experience in the Major Leagues, up-and-coming regulars and a host of players who will play in the Minor Leagues in 2008.
Linebrink jams wherever he goes: When Scott Linebrink was with the San Diego Padres, he and teammate Jake Peavy -- both amateur singer-guitarists -- had the time of their lives one night jamming in concert with one of Linebrink's favorite artists, country musician Pat Green. Now that Linebrink is with the Chicago White Sox, he may no longer have partner-in-crime Peavy to rock out with, but he continues to fire off solos, even if he's solo.
Padres' Edmonds may miss 2-3 weeks with calf strain: San Diego Padres center fielder Jim Edmonds is expected to miss two to three weeks with a strained right calf, a setback for a team that was a bit shaky in the outfield to begin with. "I'm guarded on this one," manager Bud Black said Friday afternoon, several hours after the 37-year-old Edmonds had an MRI exam.
Padres Young shines in return from paternity leave: San Diego Padres starter Chris Young pitched three hitless innings and scored all the way from first on a double, sliding in ahead of the throw. Imagine what he could have done if he wasn't worn out from spending the last three nights changing his...
Edmonds scheduled to have MRI exam on strained right calf: Padres center fielder Jim Edmonds was scheduled to have an MRI exam on his strained right calf on Friday. Edmonds was hurt breaking out of the batter's box on Thursday. "We'll know much more as we move into the day," manager Bud Black said...
New dad Young beats Diamondbacks with pitching and offense: Chris Young got a reprieve from diaper duty and had an action-packed three innings for the San Diego Padres. Three days after becoming a father, the 6-foot-10 All-Star pitched three scoreless, hitless innings as the Padres beat a defending NL West...
Edmonds could be out 2-3 weeks with strained right calf: San Diego Padres center fielder Jim Edmonds is expected to miss two to three weeks with a strained right calf, a setback for a team that was a bit shaky in the outfield to begin with. "I'm guarded on this one," manager Bud Black said Friday afternoon,...
Preview 2008: San Diego Padres: The Padres aren't getting the same love as their main division rivals. But taking their pitching staff lightly could be a big mistake.
D-backs veterans to fill leadership role: For the past three seasons, whenever one of the young players on the D-backs had a question, they knew to turn to veteran Tony Clark. Chad Tracy will be among a group of veterans that include Eric Byrnes, Orlando Hudson and Chris Snyder that will need to pick up the slack with Clark now a member of the Padres after departing via free agency.
Bass fishing for spot in Padres' 'pen: It wasn't Adam Bass' scorn of sushi that drove him away from playing in Japan after three months last season, though the limited food options did weigh on the mind of the Padres pitcher.
5 months later, Peavy, Padres beat Rockies in meaningless spring game: Talk about a 180. The last time the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres met, they were playing for a postseason berth. On Thursday, when they played under the warm Arizona sun, it didn't mean a thing, other than the Padres losing center fielder Jim...
Wolf struggles for Padres; DiNardo, Braden solid for A's in 15-4 win: Randy Wolf isn't worried that he has failed to retire the side this spring. Wolf got just two outs for the second straight start, allowing four runs in the San Diego Padres' 15-4 loss to the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday. "I felt a lot better...
Linceum pitches well early, works out the kinks against San Diego: Tim Lincecum had a few mechanical problems to iron out in his second exhibition start Tuesday. The Giants right-hander wasn't following through on some of his pitches against the San Diego Padres, causing the ball to tail out of the strike zone....
Young gets work in before labor begins in Padres' 12-4 victory over Brewers: Chris Young made his first spring training start Monday. He's got a much bigger outing scheduled Tuesday. The All-Star righty pitched two innings as the San Diego Padres beat the Milwaukee Brewers 12-4. He pitched a day before his wife, Liz, was to be...
Change does LeBlanc good: Wade LeBlanc's nasty changeup, a pitch the Padres as an organization covet from their Minor Leaguers, is considered so advanced that it's Major League-ready for a player who is just two years removed from being drafted.
Royals beat Padres 13-9 in Estes' return to mound: Shawn Estes was roughed up in his first big league outing in nearly two years, and the Kansas City Royals beat the San Diego Padres 13-9 on Friday. The left-hander, who underwent reconstructive elbow surgery in June 2006, gave up six runs and four hits...
Hoffman returns, looks good as old in Padres' spring debut: One surgery and one memorable blown save apparently hasn't changed Trevor Hoffman. Baseball's career saves leader pitched a perfect inning in the San Diego Padres' 10-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Thursday in their annual charity game that precedes...
Bell taking nothing for granted: A year ago, Heath Bell was just trying to make the Padres' Opening Day roster. After a superlative season in which he established himself as one of the game's top setup men, he's back in camp not planning to change a thing about his work ethic.
NL Cy Young Award winner Peavy working on changeup this spring: Jake Peavy might turn to his changeup more often in 2008. Manager Bud Black said the Padres ace, who unanimously won the National League Cy Young award in 2007, is working to gain more confidence in his third pitch. Peavy turned to his changeup...
Notes: Headley continues outfield work: Chase Headley is working to make the transition to the outfield, and the Padres hope that goes smoothly enough for him to make the Opening Day roster.
Minor League Report: Matt Antonelli: The Padres took a look at how Matt Antonelli handled fly balls in the outfield last month, but for the time being, they're going to keep their 2006 first-round Draft pick at second base. Antonelli was drafted as a third baseman and played short in high school.
Healthy Hoffman welcome: If Trevor Hoffman has fully recovered from elbow surgery, he'll be more than welcome back in 2009 -- and perhaps beyond -- Padres majority owner John Moores said Thursday.
First full-squad workout gives Padres chance to put epic loss behind them: That epic 13-inning loss to the Colorado Rockies in a wild-card tiebreaker game on Oct. 1 is officially in the San Diego Padres' rearview mirror. The Padres held their first full-squad workout of spring training on Thursday, not quite five months since...
Rusch thankful for another chance: After being diagnosed with a blood clot in 2006, Glendon Rusch was told he'd never pitch professionally again. But last September, he got the good news that he could resume his career, and he's in Padres camp trying to win a job in the rotation.
Notes: Padres partner with Japan team: The Padres on Tuesday announced that they have established a working agreement with the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters of the Japanese Pacific League.
Padres whetting their appetites for exhibition trip to China: Passports and visas are just as necessary as bats and balls this spring training for the San Diego Padres _ not to mention an appreciation for Chinese food. The Padres are starting to piece together their traveling party for the first major league...
Prior Is Free of Pain During Workout With the Padres: Mark Prior did not experience pain in his surgically repaired right shoulder during his first spring workout with the San Diego Padres in Peoria, Ariz.
Notes: 12 pitchers a 'magic number': There is certainly no shortage of decisions awaiting Padres manager Bud Black this spring, with some rating far more difficult than others. Deciding how many pitchers to carry on the staff, however, isn't one of those lingering concerns that will cause Black, the second-year manager, to lose sleep.
Major League Roundup: Prior Is Free of Pain During Workout With the Padres: Mark Prior did not experience pain in his surgically repaired right shoulder during his first spring workout with the San Diego Padres in Peoria, Ariz.
Prior pain free after 31 pitches in first workout: Mark Prior didn't experience any pain in his surgically repaired right shoulder during his first spring training workout with the San Diego Padres. Prior, an 18-game winner with the Chicago Cubs in 2003, hasn't pitched in the major leagues since Aug. 10, 2006. The right-hander had shoulder surgery last season and isn't expected back until mid-May or possibly June.
Gallardo out with hurt knee:
Milwaukee Brewers starter and Fort Worth Trimble Tech grad Yovani Gallardo has torn cartilage in his left knee and is expected to miss the first four weeks of spring training.
Gallardo, 22, will return to Milwaukee today and have an arthroscopic procedure Tuesday. He then will return to the Brewers'camp to begin physical therapy.A Brewers spokesman said Sunday the right-hander had discomfort a few days ago after a throwing session. His knee swelled up afterward.Gallardo, was 9-5 with a 3.57 ERA in 20 games last season as a rookie, including 18 starts.Pettitte's source namedAndy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher.Kelly Blair, who owns a gym in Pasadena -- just east of Houston -- was the source of the substance, the New YorkDaily Newsreported Sunday.Pettitte is due to report to Yankees camp today and planned to make his first public comments since telling a congressional committee that Roger Clemens had spoken with him about using performance-enhancing drugs.Prior pain freeMark Prior didn't experience any pain in his surgically repaired right shoulder during his first spring training workout with the San Diego Padres on Saturday.Prior hasn't pitched in the major leagues since Aug. 10, 2006. The right-hander had shoulder surgery last season and isn't expected back until mid-May or possibly June.Prior signed a one-year deal with the Padres on Dec. 26 after spending six seasons with the Cubs.Johnson impressesArizona manager Bob Melvin said he was impressed with Randy Johnson's first workout Sunday.The 44-year-old lefty threw 27 pitches off the mound, six months after he underwent his second back surgery in less than a year.Notes: Germano looks to grab spot: This spring, Justin Germano hopes to win the job he held for parts of last season: the fifth starter's spot in the Padres rotation. He'll have the benefit of a full camp with San Diego this time around.
Padres ready to move on from gut-wrenching end to '07: The San Diego Padres are ready to move on from the gut-wrenching end to their 2007 season. Pitchers and catchers will have their first workout on Saturday, some 4 1/2 months removed from an epic 13-inning wild-card tiebreaker loss at Colorado that...
Notes: Bard, Padres settle on contract: On the day pitchers and catchers reported to Peoria, Ariz., the Padres agreed to a one-year deal worth $2.2375 million with catcher Josh Bard, who was seeking $2.5 million.
Padres turn page with start of camp: Welcome to the start of Spring Training, where the Padres are moving ahead toward the start of the 2008 season and no longer dwelling on what occurred in the final days of the 2007 season. In that sense, Thursday was the perfect way to do so, as pitchers and catchers -- as well as a handful of position players -- trickled into the team's Spring Training facility in Peoria, though many more have been here for several days.
Padres, Clark Finalize Deal: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- First baseman Tony Clark and his hometown San Diego Padres finalized a $900,000, one-year contract on Thursday....
Tony Clark finalizes one-year deal with hometown Padres: Tony Clark gets to play for the team he grew up rooting for. The big first baseman and his hometown San Diego Padres finalized a $900,000, one-year contract Thursday, five days before position players are due to report to spring training. Clark...
Padres, 1B Clark finalize one-year, $900,000 deal: First baseman Tony Clark and his hometown San Diego Padres finalized a $900,000, one-year contract on Thursday.
Typo spurs erroneous report on Bonds (AP):
A typo in court papers regarding Barry Bonds filed late Thursday by federal prosecutors touched off a brief tempest over the mistaken belief that he failed a drug test in November 2001, one month after breaking the home run record. In fact, the government meant to reference a previously reported November 2000 failed drug test, U.S.
First mate: Mientkiewicz inks in Minors: Shortstop Khalil Greene and the Padres have finalized an $11 million, two-year contract, allowing the sides to avoid an arbitration hearing.
Padres agree to deal with veteran Clark: In an expected move to strengthen their bench, the Padres have come to terms with veteran first baseman Tony Clark on a one-year deal. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported Sunday that the 35-year-old Clark, a San Diego native who played at San Diego State, would receive $900,000 this season.
GM Towers looking forward to spring: Kevin Towers, the longest-tenured general manager in the Major Leagues, feels his Padres again have what it takes to compete for the top spot in the National League West. The team has several new faces and enough prospects to make the challenge attainable.
Clark close to deal with San Diego: Tony Clark was closing in on a $900,000, one-year deal Sunday with his hometown San Diego Padres.
Tony Clark, Padres close to finishing $900,000, one-year contract: Tony Clark was closing in on a $900,000, one-year deal Sunday with his hometown San Diego Padres. Both sides said there was still some work to do on the deal, which would bring the big first baseman back to the city where he played high school and...
Tony Clark, Padres close to signing one-year contract: SAN DIEGO -- Former Tiger Tony Clark was closing in on a $900,000, one-year deal Sunday with his hometown San Diego Padres.
Clark, Padres close to finishing deal: Tony Clark was closing in on a $900,000, one-year deal Sunday with his hometown San Diego Padres.Both sides said there was still some work to do on the deal, which would bring the big first baseman back to the city where he played high school and college ball. The Padres appear to be the player's best option after the Arizona Diamondbacks all but abandoned attempts to re-sign him after pulling off big trades with Oakland and Houston on Dec. 14. The 6-foot-7, 240-pound Clark batted .
Clark close to 1-year deal with hometown Padres: Tony Clark was closing in on a $900,000, one-year deal Sunday with his hometown Padres.
Padres upbeat as spring approaches: Though the Padres were stunned in the final days of the 2007 season, they have not dwelled on that disappointment, instead focusing on their strengths -- a top three that can compete with any rotation in baseball, and some new blood at key positions.
Notes: Prior could return sooner: Padres GM Kevin Towers said Thursday that Mark Prior's recovery from shoulder surgery is going so well he might be pitching in the Majors by May. Also, Khalil Greene's new contract is"a done deal"that could be formally announced Friday.
Tony Clark, Padres discussing one-year contract: Tony Clark and the San Diego Padres are discussing a one-year deal that could bring the big first baseman back to the city where he played high school and college ball. Agent John Boggs said there's a 50-50 chance the 35-year-old Clark will sign with...
Lawyers claim photos show evidence against Clemens:
Roger Clemens'accuser, Brian McNamee, gave a seven-hour deposition behind closed doors Thursday, and the trainer's lawyers presented photographs of evidence they said prove the star pitcher was injected with steroids.
One photo shows a beer can that Richard Emery, one of McNamee's attorneys, said was taken out of a trash can in Clemens'New York apartment in 2001. Emery said the can contained needles used to inject Clemens. That picture also shows what Emery said was gauze used to wipe blood off Clemens after a shot.The other picture shows vials of what Emery said were testosterone and needles -- items the attorney said Clemens gave to McNamee for safekeeping at the end of the 2002 baseball season.Clemens'repeated denials of McNamee's allegations about drug use drew Congress'attention. Clemens spoke under oath to the committee Tuesday -- the first time he addressed the allegations under oath, and therefore the first time he put himself at legal risk if he were to make false statements.A public hearing is set Wednesday, when Clemens, McNamee and other witnesses, including Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, are to testify.McNamee's attorneys said their client turned over physical evidence to a federal prosecutor for the Northern District of California last month.Schilling injured?Curt Schilling has what is believed to be a partial tear of his rotator cuff in his right shoulder, and the pitcher has been squabbling with the Boston Red Sox over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic.Writing on his blog, 38pitches.com, Schilling said Thursday he has agreed to abide by the club's request to rely on rest and rehabilitation, despite the recommendation of the doctor who operated on the shoulder in 1995.The Boston Globereported that even without surgery Schilling would be out until at least the All-Star break.Schilling, 41, who spent seven weeks on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis last year, went 9-8 with a 3.87 ERA during the regular season. In the playoffs, he went 3-0 with a 3.00 ERA to help Boston win its second World Series in four seasons.He agreed in November to a one-year, $8 million contract that allows him to earn an addition $5 million in performance and weight bonuses.Steinbrenner Field?Tampa officials have given their blessing to rename Legends Field in honor of New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner.Not that they needed to approve the idea, Tampa councilman Charlie Miranda noted Thursday after the council voted unanimously to encourage the christening.Miranda expects the Yankees to make the change on Feb. 29 at a spring training game against South Florida.BrieflyYankees:The new Yankee Stadium, set to be ready for the 2009 season, will have party suites, a members-only restaurant, a martini bar and a price tag to match -- $1.3 billion, up from the original estimate of $1 billion.Padres:Tony Clark and San Diego are discussing a one-year deal that could bring the big first baseman back to the city where he played high school and college ball.Chance to win with Red Sox lures Casey: The Padres claimed pitcher Enrique Gonzalez off waivers from the Washington Nationals on Tuesday and added the right-hander to the 40-man roster. The team also worked out first baseman Mike Sweeney and could male a decision to sign him by Wednesday.
Indians must be mentally strong in 2008: The Padres claimed pitcher Enrique Gonzalez off waivers from the Washington Nationals on Tuesday and added the right-hander to the 40-man roster. The team also worked out first baseman Mike Sweeney and could male a decision to sign him by Wednesday.
Padres close to sealing Greene deal: The Padres and shortstop Khalil Greene are close to finalizing a two-year, $11 million deal, avoiding two potential years of arbitration. A formal announcement is expected Monday.
Padres close to terms with SS Greene: Khalil Greene's big 2007 season with the San Diego Padres is about to pay off with a nice contract that will allow the shortstop to avoid arbitration.The two sides spoke Saturday and were closing in on a two-year deal worth roughly $11 million, according to a person familiar with the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been finalized. Greene reportedly was going to ask for $4.9 million in arbitration, whilethe club was expected to offer $4 million.
Report: Greene, Padres agree to two-year deal: Khalil Greene's big 2007 season with the San Diego Padres is about to pay off with a nice contract that will allow the shortstop to avoid arbitration.
Source: Pads, SS Greene near $11M deal (AP): Khalil Greene's big 2007 season with the San Diego Padres is about to pay off with a nice contract that will allow the shortstop to avoid arbitration. The two sides spoke Saturday and were closing in on a two-year deal worth roughly $11 million, according to a person familiar with the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been finalized.
Padres will take it slow with injury-prone Prior: Playing for a team with patience was important to oft-injured Mark Prior. Ken Rosenthal says the Padres could have the righty by May.
Padres, Cubs in last Hall of Fame Game: The Padres will not only play the first Major League games in China, they will play in the final Baseball Hall of Fame Game at historic Doubleday Field in Cooperstown. In a rematch of teams that faced each other in the 1984 National League Championship Series, the Padres will face the Chicago Cubs at 2 p.m. PT on Monday, June 16.
Cubs, Padres to play final 'Hall of Fame' game in June: The Baseball Hall of Fame Game has been an annual tradition in Cooperstown, New York, for more than six decades. But it will end after this year's contest between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres.
Hall of Fame Game to end: A six-decades old tradition will end after this year's contest between the Cubs and Padres.
Baseball Hall of Fame Game in Cooperstown to end after this year: The Baseball Hall of Fame Game, an annual tradition in Cooperstown, N.Y., for more than six decades, will end after this year's contest between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres. Hall of Fame officials say Major League Baseball decided keeping the...
Black, Balsley cut from same cloth: Bud Black certainly understood the consequences of his actions on that day in November 2006 when he eagerly accepted the Padres offer to become the 16th manager in club history. In doing so, Black bid farewell to the comfortable, singular focus he had for seven years with the Angels as their pitching coach, trading it for, of all things, a post that needed him to grasp aspects he previously had little use for, like double-switches and when to use the hit-and-run.
Hairston ready to join Padres outfield: In these parts, Padres fans still occasionally joke about how Matt Holliday still hasn't touched the plate, even if it pains them greatly every time they do. Maybe that's because if things had been different that night in October against Colorado, they might be sharing a laugh over something more memorable. Remember Scott Hairston's two-run homer off Jorge Julio in the 13th inning at Coors Field? Sadly, Hairston's moment in the sun lasted about as long as the lead his hit provided that night.
Class A manager Collins resigns: West goes East this Spring Training, as the Dodgers and Padres meet in the first Major League Baseball games played in China on March 15 and 16.
Padres and Dodgers ready to take baseball to China: Major League Baseball games are coming to China for the first time, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres to play exhibition games March 15-16 at the baseball venue for the 2008 Olympics.
Dodgers, Padres to play in China: The Dodgers and Padres will play exhibition games on March 15 and 16 at the baseball venue for the 2008 Olympics.
Baseball Makes Its Pitch in China: Even halfway around the world, baseball can't avoid questions about steroids. In the Chinese capital to formally announce a set of exhibition games between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, Joe Torre acknowledged America's national pastime...
Baseball Notes: Torre: Game's rep in need of repair: In the Chinese capital of Beijing to formally announce a set of exhibition games between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres, Joe Torre yesterday acknowledged that America's national pastime needs to repair its image, sullied by allegations of widespread drug use.
Dodgers, Padres set to play in China: West goes East this Spring Training, as the Dodgers and Padres meet in the first Major League Baseball games played in China on March 15 and 16.
Padres extend Towers through 2010: The Padres held a press conference Wednesday to announce that they'd extended the contract of general manager Kevin Towers through the 2010 season.
Jenkins getting acquainted with fans: West goes East this Spring Training, as the Dodgers and Padres meet in the first Major League Baseball games played in China on March 15 and 16.
Baseball makes its pitch in China with Dodgers-Padres exhibition: With the sport set to disappear from the Olympics after 2008, baseball is trying to make sure it doesn't leave China. Major League Baseball games are coming to China for the first time, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres to play...
Padres GM Towers Gets 2-Year Extension: After 12 demanding years on the job, San Diego Padres general manager Kevin Towers is ready for more. Towers received a two-year contract extension Wednesday that runs through 2010 and is thought to put him among the top five or six highest-paid GMs in...
House looking for Knoblauch:
Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch had not been tracked down as of early Wednesday evening by federal marshals trying to serve him a subpoena from a House panel investigating steroids in baseball, a committee staffer told The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity.
Knoblauch, a four-time All-Star who played for the Yankees, Twins and Royals from 1991-02, originally was asked to appear today for what was supposed to be the first of five depositions or transcribed interviews scheduled by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.Those sessions are in preparation for a hearing Feb. 13, when the witnesses are scheduled to include seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens and his former personal trainer, Brian McNamee.Bonds wants dismissalBarry Bonds asked a federal judge to dismiss perjury charges against him Wednesday, arguing the indictment is"scattershot"and noted for its"striking inartfulness."Bonds was charged in November with lying to a grand jury about his use of performance-enhancing drugs.In the motion filed in San Francisco federal court, the former San Francisco Giant neither admits nor denies taking the drugs, but argues the questions asked by prosecutors during a December 2003 grand jury appearance were vague, ambiguous and confusing.Yanks set payroll recordThe New York Yankees did finish first in something last year -- spending.While their streak of AL East titles ended at nine, the Yankees wound up with a record payroll of $218.3 million.The World Series champion Boston Red Sox were a distant second at $155.4 million, according to information received by clubs from the commissioner's office.In addition to the largest payroll, the Yankees have the highest revenue in the majors. New York took in $415 million last year, giving about $100 million of it away in the sport's revenue-sharing plan.BrieflyIndians:RHP Rafael Betancourt agreed to a $5.4 million, two-year contract to avoid arbitration.Devil Rays:RHP James Shields agreed to a $11.25 million, four-year contract. Shields'deal includes three team options that could make it worth about $38 million over seven years. Performance bonuses could boost the value to approximately $44 million.Padres:General manager Kevin Towers received a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010. Terms were not disclosed.Pirates:RHP Jaret Wright agreed on a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.ONLINE: mlb.comBASEBALL NOTES: Rockies, Tulowitzki near 6-year deal:
Colorado and shortstop Troy Tulowitzki are finalizing a six-year contract with a club option for 2014 that could be announced today, a source told The Associated Press.
Media reports say the deal is worth about $30 million, which would be a record for a player with less than two years of experience. Cleveland center fielder Grady Sizemore signed a $23.5 million deal before the 2006 season.BrieflySteroids:A Congressional committee subpoenaed former Yankee Chuck Knoblauch after Knoblauch failed to respond to an invitation to give a deposition.Padres:General manager Kevin Towers has agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, two sources told AP.Astros:One of Roger Clemens'agents said the pitcher is considering an invitation to appear at a Houston pitching camp next week and appreciates the Astros"standing by him"after allegations of steroids use.... Thirty-year-old reliever Dave Borkowski (5-3, 5.15 ERA in 2007) and Houston agreed to a one-year, $800,000 contract, avoiding arbitration.White Sox:Free-agent reliever Octavio Dotel, 34, agreed to a two-year, $11 million deal. Dotel (2-1, 4.11 ERA in 2007) says he feels 100 percent; a shoulder injury limited him to 30 2/3 innings last year.Dodgers:Citing unspecified family issues, Don Mattingly stepped aside as Los Angeles'hitting coach and was replaced by Triple A hitting coach Mike Easler. Mattingly is now LA's major league special assignment coach, but his duties haven't been defined.Reds:Free-agent reliever Jeremy Affeldt, 28, agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract with Cincinnati and could start this year, a source told AP.Season opener:To see the first pitch of the season, you'll have to get up early. Boston and Oakland open with a two-game series March 25-26 in Tokyo. Both games start at 5:07 a.m. CDT.Online demolition:Like to watch things go"boom?"The Web site homerderby.com has compiled video clips showing the demolition of several major league ballparks over the past two decades.Red Sox:Boston agreed to minor league contracts with former Rangers relievers Dan Kolb and Dan Miceli.Devil Rays:Tampa Bay and 26-year-old pitcher James Shields, 12-9 with a 3.85 ERA in his first full season in the majors last year, were closing in on a long-term contract and an announcement has been scheduled today.Canseco book:Jose Canseco's steroids sequel,Vindicated, is scheduled to be released March 31.BASEBALL NOTES: Congress seeks Clemens interview:
Roger Clemens will give Congress a deposition or transcribed interview next Saturday in advance of the House hearing where the pitcher and his former trainer, Brian McNamee, are to testify.
Letters were sent to Clemens, McNamee and three other people Friday by House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform chairman Henry Waxman and ranking Republican Tom Davis.The letters ask the witnesses to meet with committee staff on specific dates leading up to the panel's hearing Feb. 13. Clemens'lawyer said he would accept.McNamee, who has been seeking immunity for his testimony, was asked to meet with committee staff Jan. 31. Clemens'former teammate and workout partner, Andy Pettitte, was asked to appear Jan. 30.MLB going to ChinaDodgers manager Joe Torre and Padres Hall of Famer Dave Winfield are scheduled to appear at a reception in Beijing on Jan. 24 to announce Major League Baseball's first games in China, exhibitions between Los Angeles and San Diego on March 15-16.MLB also is opening its season in Japan for the third time when the World Series champion Boston Red Sox play the Oakland Athletics at the Tokyo Dome on March 25-26.Tejada expectedHouston Astros general manager Ed Wade anticipates Miguel Tejada to be at spring training on Feb. 19, even as the FBI investigates whether the former AL MVP made false statements to a congressional committee about possible use of performance-enhancing drugs.BrieflyAngels:First baseman Casey Kotchman and third baseman Macier Izturis avoided arbitration by agreeing to one-year contracts. Kotchman will be paid $1.45 million and Izturis $1.2 million.Athletics:Pitcher Joe Blanton and Oakland agreed on a $3.7 million, one-year contract that avoided arbitration.Diamondbacks:All-Star second baseman Orlando Hudson agreed to a one-year contract worth $6.25 million.Reds:Reliever Bill Bray had an appendectomy and is expected to resume throwing in two weeks. Bray had the surgery in Grapevine, where he lives in the off-season.Rockies:All-Star left fielder Matt Holliday agreed to a two-year, $23 million contract.Twins:First baseman Justin Morneau and Minnesota agreed to a $7.4 million, one-year deal.Tigers:Miguel Cabrera and Detroit agreed to a one-year contract worth $11.3 million.Torre, Winfield plug Dodgers-Pads games in China: MLB officials went to China to announce the Dodgers-Padres series.
Dodgers, Padres announce games in China (AP): With the sport set to disappear from the Olympics after 2008, baseball is trying to make sure it doesn't leave China. Major League Baseball games are coming to China for the first time, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres to play exhibition games on March 15 and 16 at the baseball venue for the 2008 Olympics.
Padres GM Towers gets extension thru '10 (AP):
San Diego Padres manager Bruce Bochy, left background, looks on as general manager Kevin Towers, right, makes a statement during a press conference at the winter baseball meetings in this Dec. 7, 2005 file photo, in Dallas. The Padres and Towers have agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, The Associated Press learned Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008. " align="left" border="0">
After 12 demanding years on the job, San Diego Padres general manager Kevin Towers is ready for more. Towers received a two-year contract extension Wednesday that runs through 2010 and is thought to put him among the top five or six highest-paid GMs in baseball. The team wouldn't divulge financial details.
Padres GM Towers Gets 2-Year Extension: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Padres general manager Kevin Towers agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, The Associated Press learned Tuesday night....
Report: Padres GM Towers agrees to extension: Padres general manager Kevin Towers agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, The Associated Press learned Tuesday night.The deal was confirmed by two people familiar with the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because an announcement had not yet been made. Towers' current deal was set to end after the 2008 season. His extension was to be announced at a news conference scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
Report: Padres GM Towers agrees to extension: Padres general manager Kevin Towers has reportedly agreed to an extension.
Rockies, SS Tulowitzki near 6-year deal (AP):
Colorado Rockies' Troy Tulowitzki strikes out to San Diego Padres' Chris Young in a baseball game in Denver on Sept. 9, 2007. The Rockies scheduled a press briefing for Wednesday, Jan. 23, amid reports the team has agreed to a long-term deal with Tulowitzki. Media reports have said the deal is worth about $30 million over six years and includes a club option for a seventh year. " align="left" border="0">
Slick-fielding shortstop Troy Tulowitzki and the Colorado Rockies closed in on a six-year contract Tuesday with a club option for 2014. The deal was contingent on Tulowitzki passing a physical, according to a person familiar with the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because an agreement had not been announced.
Padres GM Towers gets 2-year extension (AP):
San Diego Padres manager Bruce Bochy, left background, looks on as general manager Kevin Towers, right, makes a statement during a press conference at the winter baseball meetings in this Dec. 7, 2005 file photo, in Dallas. The Padres and Towers have agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, The Associated Press learned Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008. " align="left" border="0">
Padres general manager Kevin Towers agreed to a two-year contract extension that runs through 2010, The Associated Press learned Tuesday night. The deal was confirmed by two people familiar with the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because an announcement had not yet been made. Towers' current deal was set to end after the 2008 season.
Padres sign Gerut to Minor League deal: The Padres continue to stockpile outfielders for Spring Training next month and they might not be done yet. On Monday, 30-year-old outfielder Jody Gerut signed a Minor League contract with the Padres. If the left-handed-hitting Gerut is added to the 40-man roster he stands to make $700,000.
Tomko, Royals agree to $3M, 1-year deal (AP):
San Diego Padres starter Brett Tomko pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning of their baseball game in San Diego, in this Sept. 20, 2007 file photo. Tomko and the Kansas City Royals agreed Monday, Jan. 21, 2008, to a $3 million, one-year contract that allows the right-hander to earn an additional $1.5 million in performance bonuses. " align="left" border="0">
Brett Tomko agreed Monday to a $3 million, one-year contract with the Kansas City Royals, promising he's worked out the problems that led to failure with the Dodgers last year. A right-hander who turns 35 during the first week of the 2008 season, Tomko will compete for a spot in the rotation but is also a candidate for bullpen duty for a club seeking to climb out of the AL Central basement.
Hitting suspect, pitching plentiful with Padres: The Padres don't bother pretending they're an offensive juggernaut. Nobody around San Diego is scrambling to come up with a nickname to celebrate the team's anticipated hitting exploits.
Dodgers, Padres to play exhibition games in China in March: New Dodgers manager Joe Torre and Padres Hall of Famer Dave Winfield are scheduled to appear at a reception on Jan. 24 to announce Major League Baseball's first games in China, exhibitions between Los Angeles and San Diego on March 15-16. MLB also is...
Brewers, OF Cameron agree to $7M deal (AP):
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Free-agent outfielder Mike Cameron and the Milwaukee Brewers reached a preliminary agreement on a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a club option for 2009. Cameron must pass a physical for the agreement to be completed, a person with knowledge of the deal said Friday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal wasn't final.
Gossage, Williams tied together: It's fitting that Rich"Goose"Gossage and Dick Williams are set to enter the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 27 in Cooperstown, N.Y., at the same time. Williams managed Gossage on the 1984 Padres team that fell to the Tigers in the World Series.
Goose of Fame says users should'fess up':
On his first day as a Hall of Famer, Goose Gossage tossed some high, hard ones at Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds.
"I think that if you did do performance-enhancing drugs, you need to come clean and put an end to this,"Gossage said."Just fess up."Angry that the Steroids Era has skewed statistics, Gossage said,"Now, we've got to figure out who's telling the truth, and I think that some day we will know the truth."Gossage, the only player elected by baseball writers this year, said players shouldn't be afraid to admit they used performance-enhancing drugs."[Andy] Pettitte came clean. There's been other guys that said they did it,"Gossage said."Life is going to go on."After falling short eight times in Hall of Fame voting, Gossage joined Hoyt Wilhelm (1985), Rollie Fingers (1992), Dennis Eckersley (2004) and Bruce Sutter (2006) in the Cooperstown bullpen.After learning of the vote, Gossage said:"A shock wave went through my body like an anvil just fell on my head."Gossage, who pitched for the Rangers in 1991, had 310 saves - 52 when he got seven outs or more. By comparison, Mariano Rivera has one and Trevor Hoffman two.When inducted July 27, Gossage is likely to go in wearing a Yankees cap. He won his only World Series title with them in 1978.Clemens v. McNameeA lawyer for Brian McNamee called on Congress to demand and make public the recording of a December interview in which McNamee says two private investigators hired by Roger Clemens'attorneys tried to get him to recant the day after the Mitchell Report was released.A House committee has asked Clemens, McNamee and others to testify Jan. 16.Also Tuesday, police in St. Petersburg, Fla., released documents that indicate detectives believed McNamee lied to them during the 2001 investigation of a possible rape.Clemens cited the incident as an example of McNamee's dishonesty in a defamation lawsuit filed Sunday in Texas.WHO'S INGoose Gossage (466 of 543 votes, 85.8 percent; 408,or 75 percent, needed)The nine-time All-Star was 124-107, with 310 saves and a 3.01 ERA in 22 seasons with the Chicago White Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants, Rangers, Oakland A's and Seattle Mariners. He led the American League in saves in 1975,'78 and'80. He is the fifth pitcher who was primarily a reliever elected to the Hall of Fame.Who didn't get inJim Rice 392 (72.2)Rockies, Marcus Giles agree to contract (AP): Second baseman Marcus Giles and the NL champion Colorado Rockies agreed to a minor league contract Tuesday with an invitation to spring training. Giles spent last season with the San Diego Padres, batting .229 with four homers and 39 RBIs in 116 games. He was an All-Star with Atlanta in 2003, when he hit .316 with 21 homers and 69 RBIs.
Sunday's Caribbean leagues roundup: Oscar Bustillos, Padres righty Gabe DeHoyos and four relievers combined on a four-hitter as the Venados wrapped up the first sweep of the Caribbean leagues' postseason by staving off the Algodoneros, 2-1, in the Mexican Pacific League on Sunday.
BASEBALL NOTES: Clemens'lawyers launching investigation:
Roger Clemens'lawyers are investigating accusations in the Mitchell Report that say the star pitcher used steroids and human growth hormone.
Clemens was the biggest name in this month's report by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell that detailed widespread use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball. The pitcher has repeatedly denied using steroids or HGH."To our surprise, we have identified several people who logic dictates the Mitchell team should have talked to but did not. That's troubling. We are asking questions and we encourage the news media to do the same,"Clemens'attorney, Rusty Hardin, said Wednesday in a statement.Clemens plans to be interviewed for an episode of CBS'60 Minutesscheduled to air Jan.6. He will be available to answer questions from other reporters that day in Texas, said Hardin's spokesman, Joe Householder.Prior to PadresMark Prior has a chance to revive his career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park.The former ace agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract Wednesday.Prior's career has been sidetracked by various injuries. He missed the 2007 season with the Chicago Cubs after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder April 24. He last pitched in 2006.Padres sign Prior to one-year deal: The Padres signed right-handed starter Mark Prior to a one-year deal, bringing the San Diego native home in the hopes he regains his health and the mound prowess he once showed.
Prior Agrees to Deal to Pitch for His Hometown Padres: Mark Prior and the San Diego Padres agreed to a one-year, $1 million contract, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the team in less than a month.
Prior heads home to Padres with 1-year, $1M deal: Mark Prior has a chance to revive his once-promising career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park. The former ace agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract on Wednesday, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the Padres in less than a month.
Prior, Padres Agree to 1-Year Deal: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Mark Prior has a chance to revive his once-promising career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park....
Prior, Padres agree to 1-year deal: Oft-injured right-hander Mark Prior agreed on a one-year contract with the Padres.
Prior signs 1-year, $1 million deal with Padres: Mark Prior and his hometown San Diego Padres agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract on Wednesday, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the team in less than a month.
MLB Wire Notes | Prior goes home, signs with Padres: Mark Prior has a chance to revive his once-promising career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park. The former ace agreed...
BASEBALL NOTES: Clemens' lawyers launching investigation:
Roger Clemens'lawyers are investigating accusations in the Mitchell Report that say the star pitcher used steroids and human growth hormone.
Clemens was the biggest name in this month's report by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell that detailed widespread use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball. The pitcher has repeatedly denied using steroids or HGH."To our surprise, we have identified several people who logic dictates the Mitchell team should have talked to but did not. That's troubling. We are asking questions and we encourage the news media to do the same,"Clemens'attorney, Rusty Hardin, said Wednesday in a statement.Clemens plans to be interviewed for an episode of CBS'60 Minutesscheduled to air Jan.6. He will be available to answer questions from other reporters that day in Texas, said Hardin's spokesman, Joe Householder.Prior to PadresMark Prior has a chance to revive his career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park.The former ace agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract Wednesday.Prior's career has been sidetracked by various injuries. He missed the 2007 season with the Chicago Cubs after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder April 24. He last pitched in 2006.Baseball Notes | Padres sign Prior for a year: Mark Prior and his hometown San Diego Padres agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract yesterday, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the team in less than a month.
Padres sign Prior to 1-year deal: Mark Prior and his hometown San Diego Padres agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract on Wednesday, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the team in less than a month.
Prior to pitch close to home, agrees with Padres: Mark Prior, cut loose by the Cubs earlier this month, has agreed to terms with the San Diego Padres.
Prior, Padres agree to 1-year, $1M deal (AP):
Mark Prior talks about throwing without pain, while standing on the field at Petco Park in San Diego after signing a one-year contract to join the San Diego Padres, Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, in San Diego. Prior, who pitched for the Chicago Cubs before injuries caused him to miss the 2007 season, is a San Diego native. " align="left" border="0">
Mark Prior has a chance to revive his once-promising career with his hometown San Diego Padres in pitcher-friendly Petco Park. The former ace agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract on Wednesday, making him the second postoperative pitcher to join the Padres in less than a month. Prior's career has been sidetracked by various injuries.
Prior tries to decide if Astros are best for him: Mark Prior's agent gives the Astros high marks in their pursuit of the righthander, but it's clear Houston will have to overcome some serious geography issues to beat out the San Diego Padres.
Prior's agent: Astros high on pitcher's list: Mark Prior's agent gives the Astros high marks in their pursuit of the righthander, but Houston will have to overcome some serious geography issues if it beats out the San Diego Padres.
Former Cub Prior considering move to San Diego: The San Diego Padres appear to be the front-runner to sign pitcher Mark Prior, who figures to make a final choice among many offers very soon, perhaps within the next 24-48 hours.
Rox talk to Giles about second base: The Rockies have approached former All-Star Marcus Giles -- who spent last season with the Padres -- about competing for their opening at second base.
Barrett, Padres agree to one-year deal: Catcher Michael Barrett and the Padres have agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.
Schilling: Give up Cy Youngs, Rocket:
Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling called on Roger Clemens to give up the four Cy Young Awards he's won since 1997 if he can't clear his name from allegations that he used steroids to prolong and enhance his career.
"If he doesn't do that, then there aren't many options as a fan for me other than to believe his career 192 wins and three Cy Youngs he won prior to 1997 were the end,"Schilling wrote Wednesday in his blog, 38pitches.com."From that point on the numbers were attained through using [performance-enhancing drugs]."Schilling noted in the posting that he was a fan of the seven-time Cy Young winner and owed much of his success to a stern talking-to he received from Clemens when Schilling was a prospect in the Boston system.Noting also the unrefuted evidence against Barry Bonds, Schilling acknowledged he could not avoid questioning Clemens'accomplishments as well."If... both of these men end up being caught, what does that say about this game, us as athletes and the future of the sport and our place in it?"Clemens was named in the report by former Senate majority leader George Mitchell that detailed the use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball. Clemens has denied the allegations.Schilling commended those who've apologized for using performance-enhancing drugs, and called on everyone accused to prove their innocence or apologize for their mistakes."The world is full of good to great people that have made mistakes of this magnitude or worse,"Schilling wrote."These guys made mistakes, and I do mean mistakes. They didn't accidentally do this, this was a conscious decision with far-reaching implications, and they should be held accountable."BrieflyMariners:Free-agent pitcher Carlos Silva (13-14, 4.19 ERA with the Twins in'07) and Seattle are close to a four-year, $44 million contract. An announcement is expected today.Royals:Left-handed reliever and former Ranger Ron Mahay and Kansas City reached a preliminary agreement on a two-year, $8 million contract.Rockies:Colorado agreed to one-year contracts with right-hander Kip Wells, 30, ($3.1 million plus $1.5 million in potential bonuses) and lefty Mark Redman, 34.Padres:San Diego agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal (plus a possible $750,000 in bonuses) with catcher Michael Barrett.Cubs:Former Pittsburgh general manager Dave Littlefield was hired as scout for Chicago on Tuesday.Barrett, Pads agree to $3.5M, 1-year deal: Catcher Michael Barrett and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.Barrett can make another $750,000 in performance bonuses. He joined the Padres in a trade with the Chicago Cubs in June, became a free agent, then accepted San Diego's offer of arbitration.
Padres' Barrett avoids arbitration, agrees to deal: Catcher Michael Barrett and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.
Padres avoid arbitration with C Barrett (AP): Catcher Michael Barrett and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration. Barrett can make another $750,000 in performance bonuses. He joined the Padres in a trade with the Chicago Cubs in June, became a free agent, then accepted San Diego's offer of arbitration.
Iguchi signs one-year deal with the Padres: The San Diego Padres finalized their $3.85 million, one-year contract with Tadahito Iguchi on Tuesday.
Padres would be logical choice for Prior: San Diego makes sense as a possible destination for Mark Prior. But can the Padres afford to sign him? Ken Rosenthal digs in.
Iguchi happy with match, finalizes deal with Pads: Tadahito Iguchi and the Padres finalized their deal on Tuesday.
Padres swing a deal for Edmonds: The Padres got some clarity to their muddled outfield situation Friday, making a trade with the Cardinals to land veteran center fielder Jim Edmonds.
Cards deal icon Edmonds to Padres: The Cardinals finalized a trade on Saturday that will send Jim Edmonds and cash to the Padres in exchange for infield prospect David Freese. Edmonds, 37, is a Southern California native, but has played in St. Louis since the start of the 2000 season.
Padres Acquire Edmonds, Cash From Cards: The San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer.
Padres obtain OF Edmonds from Cardinals: Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer.
Edmonds trade reflects change of course: Just over a year after signing Jim Edmonds to a two-year, $19 million deal, the Cardinals have sent him to the Padres for a 24-year-old prospect.
Cardinals trade CF Edmonds to San Diego: Jim Edmonds is returning to Southern California, this time as a member of the San Diego Padres.
Pettitte admits he used HGH:
Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees left-handed pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions, stressing he did it to heal faster and not enhance his performance. He emphasized he never used steroids."If what I did was an error in judgment on my part, I apologize,"Pettitte said Saturday in a statement released by his agent."I accept responsibility for those two days."On Thursday, Pettitte was among 85 players named by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell's investigation into steroids and performance-enhancing drugs.Pettitte asked the trainer he shared with Roger Clemens, Brian McNamee, to help him with HGH while on the disabled list early in the 2002 season, the report said. McNamee recalled injecting Pettitte two to four times, Mitchell said.BrieflyDodgers:Fulfilling one of its major off-season goals, Los Angeles agreed to terms with Japanese free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda, 33, on a three-year, $35.2 million contract.Padres:Center fielder Jim Edmonds, 37, was traded by St. Louis to San Diego, which received $2 million in the deal and sent minor league third baseman David Freese to the Cardinals.Phillies interested in Cameron: With the San Diego Padres trading for centerfielder Jim Edmonds, the Phillies are focusing in on Padres free-agent centerfielder Mike Cameron and remain in the running for free-agent outfielder Geoff Jenkins.
Former All-Star Edmonds heads to Padres: The San Diego Padres agreed in principle to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer
Padres acquire Edmonds from Cardinals (AP):
St. Louis Cardinals center fielder Jim Edmonds smiles on his way to first base after hitting an RBI double against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning of a baseball game in Los Angeles, in this May 14, 2007 file photo. The San Diego Padres obtained the 37-year-old center fielder and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007, for a minor leaguer. The deal needed approval of the commissioner's office because the Cardinals are sending approximately $1 million to the Padres to help offset Edmonds' 2008 salary." align="left" border="0">
Jim Edmonds is returning to Southern California after eight seasons in the Midwest, eager to prove he's healthy and still an everyday player. He'll get that chance starting March 31 when he takes his position in Petco Park's spacious center field. The San Diego Padres obtained the 37-year-old Edmonds and $2 million on Saturday from the Cardinals in exchange for minor league third baseman David...
Padres acquire Edmonds from Cards: The Padres got some clarity to their muddled outfield situation Friday, making a trade with the Cardinals to land veteran center fielder Jim Edmonds.
Notes: Cameron won't return to Padres: The Padres figured to have some clarity to their muddled outfielder situation soon, though they likely didn't figure it happening so fast. Free-agent outfielder Mike Cameron won't return to the Padres in 2008, his agent said Friday.
OF Edmonds appears headed from Cards to Padres: Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer.
Padres to Acquire Edmonds From Cardinals: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer....
Agent: Cameron Done With Padres: SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Center fielder Mike Cameron won't be coming back to the San Diego Padres, his agent said Friday night. "Mike's tenure in San Diego is over," Mike Nicotera said in an e-mail to The Associated Press. "He enjoyed his time there, his time with the fans, and certainly his teammates. We were just unable to reach agreement with the club. They are moving in another direction as are we."...
Padres to Acquire Edmonds From Cardinals: Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer. The deal was waiting approval from the commissioner's office...
Phillies - Report: Phils are in hunt for Brewers' Jenkins: The Phillies and San Diego Padres are the leading contenders in the Geoff Jenkins derby, according to a report."Things are definitely heating up with Philly and San Diego," Jenkins' agent Damon Lapa told FOXsports.com."We are in active negotiations and offers are going back and forth."
Padres to get Edmonds, cash from Cards: Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer.The deal was waiting approval from the commissioner's office because it will involve around $1 million going from the Cardinals to the Padres, according to a source with knowledge of the deal, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been finalized.
Cards' former All-Star Edmonds headed to Padres: The San Diego Padres agreed in principle to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer
Padres agree to acquire CF Edmonds (AP): Hours after talks broke off with Mike Cameron, the San Diego Padres agreed in principle Friday to acquire center fielder Jim Edmonds and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor leaguer. The deal was waiting approval from the commissioner's office because it will involve around $1 million going from the Cardinals to the Padres, according to a source with knowledge of the deal, who spoke on...
Mitchell Report includes past Padres: The findings of former Sen. George Mitchell's report Thursday concerning the use of performance-enhancing drugs included the names of several players with ties to the San Diego Padres.
Peavy signs $52 million extension with Padres: National League Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy signed the richest deal in San Diego Padres history on Wednesday, a three-year, $52 million contract extension that will keep him in a Padres uniform until at least 2012.
Peavy Wraps Up Biggest Deal With Padres: When Jake Peavy said it wasn't about the money, he really meant it. After all, the Cy Young Award winner could have played out his contract with the San Diego Padres and gotten big money elsewhere as a free agent. As it is, the $52 million, three-year...
Pirates, Padres not discussing Bay: The Pirates remain open to trading Jason Bay, but they are not, contrary to an ESPN.com report today,"deep into discussions"with the San Diego Padres regarding their All-Star outfielder.
Pads' payday: Peavy's deal largest in team history: When Jake Peavy said it wasn't about the money, he really meant it. After all, the Cy Young Award winner could have played out his contract with the San Diego Padres and gotten big money elsewhere as a free agent.
Padres, Pirates deep in trade talks about OF Bay: Frustrated in their attempts to land outfielders this offseason, the San Diego Padres are deep into discussions with the Pittsburgh Pirates about a multiplayer deal that would be centered around All-Star outfielder Jason Bay.
Padres lose Fukudome, add Iguchi: Kosuke Fukudome, the highly regarded Japanese outfielder, won't be playing in San Diego next season. Fukudome's agent, Joe Urbon, confirmed late Tuesday that the 30-year-old decided not to accept the Padres' offer of a multiyear contract offer. Fukudome instead agreed to a four-year, $48 million contract with the Chicago Cubs.
Fukudome chooses to play in the U.S.: The Padres and Cubs are believed to be the finalists for Kosuke Fukudome's services. Both teams have submitted offers, with the Padres' one of the biggest in franchise history, according to CEO Sandy Alderson.
Notes: Closing in on Fukudome: The Padres saw one free-agent outfielder officially drop off their radar on Monday, and they're hoping it doesn't happen again.
Cy Young Award winner Peavy, Padres close to finalizing extension: Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy of the San Diego Padres took a physical on Tuesday and the sides anticipated announcing a $52 million, three-year contract extension Wednesday. Also Tuesday, the Padres agreed to terms with free-agent second baseman...
Briefs: Reports: Cubs land Japanese slugger: The Cubs and Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome agreed late Tuesday night to a four-year deal worth at least $50 million, according to several media reports. The White Sox and Padres reportedly also had been in the mix.
Mitchell's report goes to baseball:
Major League Baseball has begun to review a draft of George Mitchell's report on drug use in the sport, one of the final steps before the results of his investigation are released.
Baseball reviewed a draft Tuesday at the Manhattan office of DLA Piper, the law firm that Mitchell chairs, a baseball official told The Associated Press, speaking on condition of anonymity because Mitchell hasn't authorized any statements. The report likely will be released Thursday.Baseball officials have said for several weeks that management would be able to examine the report on performance-enhancing drugs a few days before it is made public to make sure it does not contain any confidential information that would violate the collective bargaining agreement.The joint drug agreement, which has been part of the labor contract since September 2002, prohibits the commissioner's office, teams and consultants from disclosing player test results, treatment and other information except in specified circumstances.He's expected by many in baseball to be critical of the sport for being slow to react to its drug problem in the 1990s and beyond.Rangers sign pitchersThe Rangers signed seven pitchers to minor league contracts, but extended an invitation to major league training camp to only pitcher Franklyn German.The right-handed reliever spent last season at Triple-A Oklahoma, going 2-2 with seven saves in 47 appearances. He has big-league experience with the Tigers and Marlins.Other signed were right-handers Jake Ditler, Adalberto Flores, Alfredo Gonzales and Corey Ragsdale and lefties Eric Cyr and Carlos A. Perez.Ragsdale was a shortstop until the Mets converted him into a pitcher in June.-- Jeff WilsonBrieflyCubs:The Cubs signed Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome to a four-year deal. Terms of the deal, which will be announced today, were not known, though it's believed to be $50 million to $56 million.Padres:Cy Young winner Jake Peavy took a physical and the two sides anticipated finalizing a $52 million, three-year contract extension today.Rockies:Pitcher Aaron Cook agreed to a new contract with Colorado. Cook was set to earn $4.5 million next year. His new deal adds a $2.5 million signing bonus and salaries of $8.75 million in 2009, $9 million in 2010 and $9.25 million in 2011.Twins:Outfielder Craig Monroe and Minnesota have agreed to a $3.82 million, one-year contract.Yankees:Carl Pavano has not yet decided whether to accept a minor league contract from the Yankees.Brewers:Catcher Eric Munson and Milwaukee agreed to a $525,000, one-year contract.ONLINE: mlb.comIguchi headed to Padres: The Phillies continue to come up short in their quest to upgrade the third base position.The team learned yesterday that Tadahito Iguchi has agreed to a one-year contract to play second base with the San Diego Padres. The Phillies are believed to have offered Iguchi a two-year contract to play third, although because of a baseball rule he could not have rejoined the Phillies until May 15.
Pads give Peavy physical, agree with 2B Iguchi: Jake Peavy took a physical as the next step in signing his extension with the Padres.
Padres, RHP Peavy close to extension (AP): Cy Young Award winner Jake Peavy of the San Diego Padres took a physical on Tuesday and the sides anticipated announcing a $52 million, three-year contract extension Wednesday. Also Tuesday, the Padres agreed to terms with free-agent second baseman Tadahito Iguchi, pending a physical scheduled for Monday.
Padres announce signing of Wolf: More than week after agreeing in principle to a one-year contract, the Padres officially announced Monday that they have signed free-agent pitcher Randy Wolf to a contract that's worth a reported $4 million with incentives.
Notes: Still waiting on Fukudome: The Padres saw one free-agent outfielder officially drop off their radar on Monday, and they're hoping it doesn't happen again.
Baseball Notes | Wolf can turn deal into $$$: Former Phillie Randy Wolf will get a nice payday if he can make 30 starts and pitch 200 innings for the San Diego Padres.
Pads' Wolf can make $4.25M in incentives: Randy Wolf will get a nice payday if he can make 30 starts and pitch 200 innings for the San Diego Padres.The left-hander, coming off shoulder surgery in September, and the Padres finalized a one-year deal on Monday that will top out at $9 million if Wolf reaches all his incentives. "My shoulder's doing great," Wolf said during a conference call. "I'm on my third week of throwing now. Everything's progressing great." Wolf was 9-6 with a 4.
Wolf's deal with Pads includes $4.25M in incentives: Randy Wolf will get a nice payday if he can make 30 starts and pitch 200 innings for the San Diego Padres.
Padres LHP Wolf could earn $9 million (AP): Randy Wolf will get a nice payday if he can make 30 starts and pitch 200 innings for the San Diego Padres. The left-hander, coming off shoulder surgery in September, finalized a one-year deal on Monday with the Padres that will top out at $9 million if he reaches all his incentives. "My shoulder's doing great," Wolf said during a conference call.
Milton Bradley goes to Rangers: Outfielder Milton Bradley and the Texas Rangers reached a preliminary agreement yesterday on a 1-year, $5 million contract.Bradley, who also had considered re-signing with the San Diego Padres, could play outfield or be a designated hitter with the Rangers. His deal also contains performance bonuses.
Baseball Notes | Bradley, Rangers reach agreement: Outfielder Milton Bradley and the Texas Rangers reached a preliminary agreement yesterday on a $5 million, one-year contract.Bradley, who had considered re-signing with the San Diego Padres, could play the outfield or be a designated hitter with the Rangers.
Rangers give OF Bradley 1-year, $5M deal (AP): Outfielder Milton Bradley and the Texas Rangers reached a preliminary agreement Sunday on a $5 million, one-year contract. Bradley, who also had considered re-signing with the San Diego Padres, could play outfield or be a designated hitter with the Rangers. His deal also contains performance bonuses. Bradley was the s