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Maren Angus-Coombs

Maren Angus-Coombs

Joined: Jan 17, 2024

Maren Angus-Coombs was born in Los Angeles and raised in Nashville, Tenn. She is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University and has been a sports writer since 2008. Despite being raised in the South, her sports obsession has always been in Los Angeles. She is currently a staff writer for the LA Sports Report Network.

May 6, 2024; Oxford, AL, USA; University of West Florida’s Darrien McDowell (27) gets a hit during the GSC Baseball Tournament at Choccolocco Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Schwab-Imagn Images
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Padres 2024 Top Draft Pick Announces Sudden Retirement From Baseball

The San Diego Padres' 2024 top draft pick shocks the baseball world by announcing his sudden retirement from the sport.

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May 7, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Niko Goodrum (11) looks at the replay as the Astros play against the Detroit Tigers in the fifth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Padres Cut 2 More Players From Spring Roster as Opening Day Nears

The San Diego Padres trimmed their spring roster further, reassigning two more players as they prepare for Opening Day.

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Aug 21, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Matt Waldron (61) walks to the dugout during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images
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Padres Manager Provides Unfortunate Update on Matt Waldron's Injury

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt shares a disappointing update on knuckleballer Matt Waldron's injury status.

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Mar 15, 2025; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres infielder Tyler Wade against the Seattle Mariners during a spring training game at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Padres Announce New Rivalry With AL West Team, With Winner Getting Trophy

The San Diego Padres introduce a new rivalry with an American League West team, complete with a unique trophy for the winner.

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Jun 11, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (58) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Padres Free Agent Signs With Mexican League Team

A former San Diego Padres pitchers has signed with with a Mexican League team after a journeyman career in MLB and the minors.

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Mar 14, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Andrew Bellatti (64) throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the seventh inning at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Padres Sign Former Phillies Pitcher in Free Agent Move

The San Diego Padres have signed former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Andrew Bellatti in free agency, adding depth to their bullpen for the upcoming season.

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Aug 3, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam (40) throws a pitch during the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
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Padres $4.8 Million Reliever on San Diego: 'Nowhere I'd Rather Be'

San Diego Padres' $4.8 million reliever expressed his commitment to San Diego, saying, "Nowhere I'd rather be."

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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' $1.5M Pitcher Predicted to Win Starting Job in Major Development

San Diego Padres' $1.5 million pitcher is now favored to secure a starting rotation spot, marking a major development in the team's pitching plans.

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Feb 26, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres infielder Mike Brosseau (20) prepares for his at bat in the second inning as infielder Jake Cronenworth (9) watches on from the on deck circle as during a Spring Training game against the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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Padres Make Another Round of Cuts as Roster Continues to Dwindle

The San Diego Padres make another round of cuts as their roster continues to shrink ahead of the season.

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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' Mike Shildt Provides Update on Stephen Kolek Potentially Joining Starting Rotation

San Diego Padres' Mike Shildt offers a major update on Stephen Kolek’s potential role in the starting rotation for the season.

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Sep 4, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish (11) hands the ball to the manager Mike Shildt as he leaves the game during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Padres News: Mike Shildt Reacts to First Spring Start From Yu Darvish

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt shares his thoughts on Yu Darvish’s first spring start, evaluating his performance and approach.

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Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell (5) is tagged out while attempting to steal second base by New York Mets second baseman Jose Iglesias (11) during the sixth inning of their wild-card playoff game Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Padres Play Jose Iglesias at Shortstop in Cactus League Debut

The San Diego Padres give Jose Iglesias a look at shortstop in his Cactus League debut, evaluating his potential role for the season.

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