While there are a number of intriguing free-agent starting pitchers that San Diego could pursue, not many game-changing hitters will be hitting the open market.

Read our expert's MLB home run picks, including predictions and props for Guardians vs. White Sox, Dodgers vs. Braves, and Brewers vs. Padres for Wednesday, October 7.

Jackson Merrill and Pat Murphy.Slow it down for a minute Pat. Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy was doing a live interview with Tom Verducci of Fox Sports in Game 3...

Jackson Merrill calls the Padres "a bunch of grinders" after their convincing Wild Card sweep of the Cubs, sharing why starting slow this season ultimately defined their path to the postseason.

Jackson Merrilll shared his reaction after Joe Musgrove made an emotional return to the Padres during their Wild Card win over the Cubs.

The Padres have a chance to redeem their wild card loss from a year ago. This is how they can do it.

Baseball Hall of Famer and World Series champion CC Sabathia says you can expect more runs on the board than last year’s postseason matchup when the Cubs meet the Padres.CC Sabathia's Wild Card preview: Cubs-Padres originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston

Overcoming early injuries and superstar slumps, San Diego surged from a losing record to the postseason hunt, fueled by Mason Miller’s dominance and Ty France’s unexpected resurgence.

After a difficult start to 2026, Jackson Merrill has delivered when the San Diego Padres have needed him most.