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Gabe Smallson

Gabe Smallson

Joined: Jan 6, 2025

Gabe Smallson is a sportswriter based in Los Angeles. His focus is sports and entertainment content. Gabe has previously worked at DodgersNation and Newsweek. He graduated from San Francisco State University in 2020 and is a Masters Candidate at the University of Southern California. You can get in touch with Gabe by emailing gabe.smallson@lasportsreport.com. You can find him on X @gabesmallson

Mar 30, 2014; San Diego, CA, USA; A general view of Petco Park during the national anthem on the opening day baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images
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Padres Give Up on Offseason Addition Ahead of Opening Day

The San Diego Padres give back their Rule 5 pick ahead of Opening Day as he returns to his previous team.

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Aug 11, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; San Diego Padres catcher Luis Campusano (12) hits a single against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Former Padres Top 3 Prospect Doesn't Make Opening Day Roster, Putting SD Future in Jeopardy

Luis Campusano was a former No. 3 overall prospect for the San Diego Padres but has struggled to live up to the lofty expectations.

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Feb 25, 2025; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Brandon Lockridge (28) runs to third base against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Padres Outfielder 'Overwhelmed With Emotions' After Making First Opening Day Roster

The San Diego Padres selected their final choice for the roster as the former fifth-round draft pick made an emotional statement about the nod.

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Oct 11, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez (4) and outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) look on in the dugout before game five against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Padres' $14 Million All-Star Predicted to Lead NL in Key Stat Category in 2025

The San Diego Padres have an All-Star predicted to lead the league in a major stat this season.

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Mar 12, 2025; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres first base Connor Joe (24) hits against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Padres Notes: Opening Day Roster Set After Major Moves, Big Yu Darvish Injury Development

The San Diego Padres roster is set after some major moves and a Yu Darvish injury development has been made.

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Feb 25, 2025; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Stephen Kolek (32) throws against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Padres Make Massive Roster Move, Officially Finalize Opening Day Roster

There was chatter seemingly all spring long about who would make the San Diego Padres, but the team has made their decision.

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Oct 6, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish (11) reacts after an out in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Padres' Yu Darvish Examined by Orthopedic Surgeon for Elbow Inflammation

The San Diego Padres got a major update regarding the health of ace Yu Darvish.

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Oct 9, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt (8) takes out pitcher Dylan Cease (84) in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game four of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Padres Manager Mike Shildt Reveals Plan for First Pitching Rotation of 2025

The San Diego Padres have many question marks regarding their pitching rotation, but manager Mike Shildt gave some clarity on how they will start 2025.

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Mar 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Kyle Hart (68) on the mound in the second inning of a spring training game against the San Diego Padres at American Family Fields of Phoenix. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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Padres Starter Reacts to Final Cactus League Outing, Remains in Competition for Rotation Spot

The San Diego Padres hear from a newly acquired southpaw looking to crack the final spot in the pitching rotation.

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Dec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; San Diego Padres managers Mike Shildt speaks with the media at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Padres Notes: Major Roster Decisions Revealed, One Bench Spot Left, More

The San Diego Padres have a few major decisions to make ahead of Opening Day as there is only one remaining spot on the roster.

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Oct 11, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish (11) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning during game five of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Padres Notes: Unfortunate Yu Darvish Update, Ace Pitcher Linked to Blockbuster Trade

The San Diego Padres have more unfortunate news regarding Yu Darvish as one of 2024's most productive pitchers is once again linked in trade talks.

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Oct 9, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill (3) makes a catch against the wall in front of outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) in the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game four of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Padres' Jackson Merrill Believes He Can Be Even Better in 2025

The San Diego Padres have a lot to be excited about in 2025, but one of the biggest reasons, Jackson Merrill, believes he can be even better this year.

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