Patrick Warren

Joined: Jun 1, 2023

Patrick Warren graduated from USC with a degree in journalism. He is a beat writer for Inside the Padres. Although he has spent the last four years in LA, he remains a steadfast Baltimore Orioles fan.

Sep 22, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) is congratulated by Jake Cronenworth (9) after scoring during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Sep 28, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) looks on during the seventh inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Jun 13, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres pitching coach Ruben Niebla against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Apr 16, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Craig Stammen (34) is checked by umpire Bill Miller (26) during the middle of the sixth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

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Padres pitching coach Ruben Niebla has two more years on his contract, despite not being offered the Padres' manager position.

Sep 27, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Ryan O'Hearn (32) gestures after hitting a double during the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Six members of the Padres, including first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, are officially free agents after the conclusion of the 2025 MLB season.

Oct 1, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Diego Padres outfielders celebrate after the final out for the win against the Chicago Cubs in the ninth inning during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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The Padres are in the second round of interviewing candidates to be their next manager.

Jul 15, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer (30) throws to first base on a ground out by Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Sergio Alcantara (not pictured) during the seventh inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

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Eric Hosmer is going against the grain, picking the Toronto Blue Jays to win the World Series.

Jun 30, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt (8) against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Mike Shildt surprisingly stepped down earlier this month with two years remaining on his contract.

Aug 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nestor Cortes (65) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Padres starting pitcher Nestor Cortes missed much of the 2025 season with an injury to his throwing arm.

Oct 17, 2022; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Padres general manager AJ Preller speaks on the phone during NLCS workouts at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

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AJ Preller is expected to receive a contract extension over the offseason, per the latest report.

Aug 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt sits in the dugout before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

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Mike Shildt made a stunning announcement Monday, retiring as the Padres' manager.

Oct 31, 2019; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Padres general manager AJ Preller (left) speaks to the media as manager Jayce Tingler is introduced at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

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The Padres must address the first baseman position in the offseason if Luis Arraez departs in free agency.

Jul 3, 2009; San Diego, CA, USA; General view of Petco Park and the downtown San Diego skyline during the MLB game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-Imagn Images

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John Seidler sent a clear message to Padres fans after their crushing Wild Card loss.

Sep 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Michael King and Dylan Cease are likely to leave San Diego in free agency this offseason.

Jun 17, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (7) gets set to tag out Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) who was caught stealing during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The projected contracts of Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber likely outweigh what the Padres are able to spend over the offseason.

Patrick Warren

Joined: Jun 1, 2023

Padres Are 'Aggressively' Trying to Trade Veteran Infielder

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr Predicted to Be on the Trade Block This Offseason

Padres Could Change Ruben Niebla's Role for 2026 Season

Padres Star Breaks Silence on Shock Craig Stammen Hire

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Padres' Ruben Niebla Was Finalist for Manager Job; Will He Remain With Organization?

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Padres Lose 6 Players to Free Agency

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Padres Have 6 Prime Candidates for Managerial Search, Says Insider

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Former Padres Star Predicts Dodgers to Lose to Blue Jays in World Series

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Mike Shildt Reveals He Isn't Receiving the Money That Was Left on His Contract

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Padres Free Agent Pitcher Undergoes Major Surgery, Likely Out for 2026

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Padres' AJ Preller Receives Major Update on Potential Contract Extension

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Padres' Mike Shildt Denies Report That AJ Preller Relationship Led Him to Retire

Padres’ AJ Preller Called Out For Inability to Fill Key Offensive Position

Padres Chairman Gets Brutally Honest About Team's Weaknesses in Loss to Cubs

Padres Receive Unfortunate Update on Michael King, Dylan Cease Free Agency

Padres Fans Receive Unfortunate Update on Pete Alonso, Kyle Schwarber Rumors