J.P. Hoornstra

J.P. Hoornstra

Joined: Dec 4, 2023

J.P. Hoornstra is an On SI Contributor. A veteran of 20 years of sports coverage for daily newspapers in California, J.P. covered MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Angels (occasionally of Anaheim) from 2012-23 for the Southern California News Group. His first book, The 50 Greatest Dodgers Games of All-Time, published in 2015. In 2016, he won an Associated Press Sports Editors award for breaking news coverage. He once recorded a keyboard solo on the same album as two of the original Doors.

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen (14) takes the ball from starting pitcher Randy Vasquez (98) during a fifth inning pitching change against the New York Mets at Petco Park on June 7.

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Fans watch from the right field lawn area as San Diego Padres pitcher Jason Adam (lower right) warms up in the bullpen before the game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on April 9, 2025.

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San Diego Padres designated hitter Nick Solak (15) reaches base on a single during the eighth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 13.

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San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) celebrates after turning a double play during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park on April 10, 2026.

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Jun 15, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jhony Brito (76) pitches against the New York Mets during the fifth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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A pitcher the Padres acquired in the Juan Soto trade and haven't seen since 2024 could return soon after a long rehabilitation from elbow surgery.

San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen (14) takes the ball from starting pitcher Randy Vasquez (98) during a fifth inning pitching change against the New York Mets at Petco Park on June 7, 2026.

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Right-hander Walker Buehler won't start the first of the three games this weekend against the Dodgers, as had been planned.

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Wandy Peralta (58) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field on June 21.

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The San Diego Padres placed a starting pitcher on the injured list and announced a change for Tuesday's game.

San Diego Padres right fielder Brian O'Grady (left) smiles in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning at Petco Park on June 7, 2021.

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A journeyman outfielder who spent one season in San Diego before finishing his career in Mexico has retired.

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) looks on after being called out following an ABS challenge during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium on April 17.

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Seeking a new teacher, Manny Machado took advice that might have set him on a course for his worst MLB season.

San Diego Padres pitcher Mason Miller (22) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park on May 18, 2026.

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The numbers are clear: Mason Miller is the most dominant closer in baseball today — if not in the game's history.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers outfielder Ryan Wideman (33) attempts to save a three home run hit by Georgia Tech Yellowjackets pitcher/infielder Alex Hernandez (4) during the first inning on May 30, 2025.

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A Padres outfield prospect with an interesting background leads all minor leaguers in stolen bases in 2026 — and has become a name to watch in advance of the trade deadline.

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela (59) celebrates the win with relief pitcher Tanner Andrews (43) against the Miami Marlins at the end of the ninth inning at the Rogers Centre on May 26.

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The Toronto Blue Jays appear to have given an overlooked San Diego Padres player just the tool he needed to succeed in the big leagues.

San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) after being hit by pitch during the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on May 4, 2026.

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Jake Cronenworth, who hasn't played since May 4 because of lingering concussion symptoms, still hasn't been cleared to face live pitching.

San Diego Padres catcher Ethan Salas (88) celebrates with third baseman Graham Pauley (right) after scoring runs against the Seattle Mariners during the seventh inning at Petco Park on March 26, 2024.

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AJ Preller has one ace up his sleeve as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches — and several other prospects who might be more attractive to the Detroit Tigers in a Tarik Skubal trade.

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Ron Marinaccio (97) celebrates with catcher Elias Diaz (17) after the Padres defeated the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on July 27, 2025.

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A 30-year-old reliever who came up with the Yankees is on pace to set career highs in games and innings with the Padres.

May 14, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Nick Castellanos (21) walks back to the dugout after striking out in the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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The Padres couldn't justify giving a 34-year-old veteran time to adapt to a new role — a transition that didn't look easy for Nick Castellanos.