<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Padreshome News</title><link>http://www.padreshome.com</link><description>San Diego Padres Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Padres Preview 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/reds-padres-preview-2246.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy has suffered five straight losing decisions just once during his stellar career with the San Diego Padres. He's never lost one, however, against the Cincinnati Reds.Looking for his first victory in a month, the Padres' ace tries to help his tea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Reds 5(16)]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-reds-5-16-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Hundley usually isn't one to showboat, but he couldn't help himself.The Padres' catcher homered with two outs in the 16th inning to give San Diego a 6-5 win Saturday night over the Cincinnati Reds in the longest game in the majors this season.Hundley]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundley's HR in 16th lifts Padres over Reds]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/hundley-s-hr-in-16th-lifts-padres-over-reds.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Hundley homered with two outs in the 16th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 6-5 win Saturday night over the Cincinnati Reds in the longest game in the majors this season.Hundley sent an 0-1 pitch from Micah Owings (3-4) into the left-field seats ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2249.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez homered for the fifth straight game with two out in the first Friday night. The drive to right at Petco Park off RHP Aaron Harang gave him six homers in his last five games and a major league-leading 15 on the season. The Padres recor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2250.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As expected, the Padres started making changes Friday. But the first round didn't exactly excite anyone or stir the populace of the Padres clubhouse. Said one player: "It's like putting a Band-Aid on a bullet wound." However, more changes could be in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2251.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Gaudin walked seven in just 4 1/3 innings Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field. He has walked 22 hitters in 22 innings this season while allowing only 17 hits. The Cubs got only one hit off their former teammate Thursday. --RF Brian Giles was dr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Padres Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/reds-padres-preview-2252.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Little has gone right for the San Diego Padres over the last month. Adrian Gonzalez, however, is not to blame for the team's poor showing.The slugging first baseman has a chance to tie the club record for consecutive games with a home run Saturday night w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotation's on a roll]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rotation-s-on-a-roll.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy pitched at Wrigley Field this week and barely elicited a yawn, much less a fresh rumor.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2238.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Gaudin walked seven in just 4 1/3 innings Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field. He has walked 22 hitters in 22 innings this season while allowing only 17 hits. The Cubs got only one hit off their former teammate Thursday. --CF Scott Hairston has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2239.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Luis Rodriguez probably will be placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday before the first game of a 10-game homestand. Rodriguez suffered a severely sprained left ankle Wednesday night at Wrigley Field. --RF Brian Giles shows some signs of snapping ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2240.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You have to wonder why National League managers keep pitching to Adrian Gonzalez. The Padres first baseman hit another homer at Wrigley Field on Thursday afternoon, his fifth in four games -- with one in at least each of those games -- to give him the maj]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez still feeling shoulder pain ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/ramirez-still-feeling-shoulder-pain-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are a few things Aramis Ramirez knows and a few others he doesn?t know as he recovers from the dislocated left shoulder he suffered last weekend in Milwaukee.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lilly, Cubs outlast rain, Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/lilly-cubs-outlast-rain-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some things are old hat.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Padres Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/reds-padres-preview-2243.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It remains to be seen if anyone can slow down the upstart Cincinnati Reds, but there's no doubt that the San Diego Padres are one of the least likely candidates.After a winless road trip, the woeful Padres will try to avoid a seventh straight defeat Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 11, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-11-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A few minutes after his manager referred to him as "Scalesie," Bobby Scales was invited into the postgame interview room for the first time in his short - but so far storybook - big league career.So the 31-year-old rookie finally has made it, right?"I don]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scales leads Cubs to rout of Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/scales-leads-cubs-to-rout-of-padres.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Scales drove in four runs with two doubles and Ryan Dempster excelled with both his arm and bat as the Chicago Cubs took advantage of 10 walks Thursday for an 11-3 victory over the skidding San Diego Padres.Adrian Gonzalez homered for the fourth con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Gaudin gets start today ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-gaudin-gets-start-today-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chad Gaudin knows all about what happened to theCubs' bullpen since they sent him and his $2 million contract packing at the end of an awful spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2229.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Luis Rodriguez left Wednesday's game in the seventh inning due to a sprained ankle. He injured the ankle while applying the brakes on a wet Wrigley Field surface after getting his second hit of the night. He had to be helped from the field. --INF Chr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2230.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's official. Adrian Gonzalez is out of his slump. So it might be time for rivals to consider pitching around the Padres first baseman again. Gonzalez hit two homers Wednesday night at Wrigley Field -- both opposite-field drives to left off left-handed C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2231.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Brian Giles was dropped to the seventh spot in the Padres lineup Wednesday night in Chicago. It marked the first time since Sept. 27, 1998, that Giles hit seventh or lower in the lineup as a starter. Giles hit ninth that night in Minnesota while a me]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Cubs Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-cubs-preview-2232.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After getting off to a slow start at home, the Chicago Cubs appear to have regained their swagger at Wrigley Field. The San Diego Padres, meanwhile, can't play much worse on the road.In Thursday's finale, the Cubs look to win their fourth in a row and swe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Rodriguez sprains ankle]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-rodriguez-sprains-ankle.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luis Rodriguez left the San Diego Padres' 6-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night after spraining his left ankle while running the bases in the seventh inning and is likely headed to the disabled list.X-rays were negative, but Rodriguez will likel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano, Soto go deep in Cubs' rain-shortened win]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/soriano-soto-go-deep-in-cubs-rain-shortened-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Along with the rain and lightning, the Chicago Cubs unleashed a few big strikes of the their own.Alfonso Soriano hit his 53rd career leadoff homer, Ryan Theriot connected twice and Geovany Soto went deep to lead the Chicago Cubs over the San Diego Padres ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley steps up, and Cubs take care of Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bradley-steps-up-and-cubs-take-care-of-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before Tuesday night?s 6-2 victory over the Padres at Wrigley Field,Cubs manager Lou Piniella talked about his hitters needing to do a better job with runners in scoring position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 6, Padres 2: Peavy. Peavy who? ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-6-padres-2-peavy-peavy-who-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 13, 2009 (Cubbie Nation - Notes From the Front Office delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2221.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B David Eckstein returned to the starting lineup Tuesday, two days after being nailed in the rib cage by a Roy Oswalt pitch. Eckstein suffered no rib damage but was heavily bruised on the left side of his chest. --RHP Cha Seung Baek's time on the disab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2222.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Cla Meredith struggled again Tuesday, giving up two runs and three hits in one inning. He has a 4.50 ERA in 14 appearances, and he's allowed nine of the 10 runners he's inherited to score. --C Henry Blanco, who is Jake Peavy's personal catcher, is 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2223.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There is absolutely no wiggle room for Padres starting pitchers. One mistake and that's it. Jake Peavy made one big mistake Tuesday at Wrigley Field -- a two-run homer by former Padre Milton Bradley in the sixth -- and that was it. The Padres had given Pe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Cubs Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-cubs-preview-2224.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly won his last start on the road, but it's at Wrigley Field where he seems to be at his best.Looking for his third straight victory, the left-hander also will try to help the Chicago Cubs to their third consecutive win Wednesday night against the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 6, Padres 2]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-6-padres-2.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley took a few extra seconds to admire the trajectory of his long home run. He couldn't help but enjoy it, even if it was off his old friend Jake Peavy.Nothing personal, that's just how he is."I've always said, I don't play baseball, I feel it,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden, Cubs add to Padres' road woes]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/harden-cubs-add-to-padres-road-woes.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley hit a towering two-run homer off Jake Peavy and Rich Harden pitched six sharp innings, helping the Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 6-2 on Tuesday night.Alfonso Soriano and Kosuke Fukudome each had two doubles and three hits, Bobby Scales add]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros finish sweep, end Oswalt's drought Rodriguez, Lee, Tejada pace 12-5 win over Padres ASTROS: Oswalt turns to slider early ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/astros-finish-sweep-end-oswalt-s-drought-rodriguez-lee-tejada-pace-12-5-win-over-padres-astros-oswalt-turns-to-slider-early-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boston calls for a Bard routine ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/boston-calls-for-a-bard-routine-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The RedSox have too much money to spend, and too much pressure to win every year, to ever return to the days when almost everyone on their roster came through the farm system.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2214.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B David Eckstein is listed as day-to-day after being hit in the ribs by a Roy Oswalt pitch Sunday. Eckstein had to come out of the game, but no X-rays were necessary. --OF Drew Macias was recalled from Class AAA Portland Monday. He will replace LHP Art]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2215.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Following a 9-3 start this season, the Padres have lost 16 of their last 20 games. It's a lot like last year, when the Padres started 8-6, then went 4-18 over the next 22 games to fall to 12-24 on May 9. Many fans have already given up on a team that drew]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2216.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Cha Seung Baek suffered an elbow injury Saturday night while pitching in what was expected to be his final injury rehab assignment with Class AAA Portland. Baek, who had been out since the start of the season with a forearm strain, allowed five runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how easy it would be to replace Big Papi]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/here-s-how-easy-it-would-be-to-replace-big-papi.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although his arctic start won't cause the Red Sox to panic, replacing David Ortiz would be easier than you think, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pressing Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pressing-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 11, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RED SOX BEAT]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/red-sox-beat.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Freud never quite said, but probably wished he had, sometimes a roster transaction is just a roster transaction.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros win with can-'do spirit Pence provides lift with haircut, offense in 2-0 victory over Padres ASTROS: Rodriguez keeps Padr]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/astros-win-with-can-do-spirit-pence-provides-lift-with-haircut-offense-in-2-0-victory-over-padres-astros-rodriguez-keeps-padres-quiet-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros UPDATE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D'backs' offense should be D'valued ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/d-backs-offense-should-be-d-valued-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yeah, Bob Melvin got a raw deal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2206.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Cha Seung Baek suffered an elbow injury Saturday night while pitching in what was expected to be his final injury rehab assignment with Class AAA Portland. Baek, who had been out since the start of the season with a forearm strain, allowed five runs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2207.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez, who set a Padres record with nine homers in April, hit his first homer of May, a two-run shot off Roy Oswalt that accounted for his only two RBI in May. In 10 games since May 1, Gonzalez is 8-for-38 with 10 strikeouts. --LF Chase Hea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2208.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over the first 12 games of the season, the Padres' fast-starting center field tandem of the right-handed Scott Hairston and the left-handed Jody Gerut paced the club's strong start. The platoon hit .340 (17-for-50) with 11 runs scored and 11 RBIs during t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lee, Tejada pick up slack as Astros roll]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/lee-tejada-pick-up-slack-as-astros-roll.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Miguel Tejada and Carlos Lee combined to make up for Lance Berkman's absence, powering the Houston Astros to one successful weekend against the slumping San Diego Padres.Tejada and Lee each drove in four runs in a 12-5 victory Sunday, helping Roy Oswalt g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Eckstein leaves with bruised rib]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-eckstein-leaves-with-bruised-rib.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego Padres second baseman David Eckstein left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros in the fifth inning with a bruised left rib.Eckstein was hit by a pitch from Roy Oswalt in the fourth inning. He fell on the ground in pain, then got up and went ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL's underdogs have more fight than NL's ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/al-s-underdogs-have-more-fight-than-nl-s-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That water-seeks-its-own-level stuff - you know, riding high in April, shot down in May - is taking effect in the National League, where thePadres in the West, Pirates in the Central and Marlins in the East once were making noise in their respective divis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Astros Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-astros-preview-2212.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:55:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres finally broke through against the Houston Astros' struggling bullpen but still couldn't pull out a win.With Roy Oswalt taking the mound in the finale, San Diego may again have to be patient for its scoring chances.Oswalt looks to cont]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Astros Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-astros-preview-2198.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres finally broke through against the Houston Astros' struggling bullpen but still couldn't pull out a win.With Roy Oswalt taking the mound in the finale, San Diego may again have to be patient for its scoring chances.Oswalt looks to cont]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 5, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/astros-5-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hunter Pence decided to take a chance and the Houston Astros were glad he did - when the play was over.Pence scored the winning run on Miguel Tejada's slow infield bouncer in the eighth inning and Houston rallied to beat the San Diego Padres 5-4 on Saturd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pence, Astros rally past Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pence-astros-rally-past-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hunter Pence decided to take a chance and the Houston Astros were glad he did - when the play was over.Pence scored the winning run on Miguel Tejada's slow infield bouncer in the eighth inning and Houston rallied to beat the San Diego Padres 5-4 on Saturd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2201.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Chase Headley returned to the Padres lineup Friday night after missing three games with a sore shoulder. He suffered the injury in a collision with the left field wall at Dodger Stadium last Sunday. He was 0-for-4, although he was robbed of at least ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2202.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez failed to reach base for only the second time this season Friday night. He also grounded out with runners on second and third with one out in the first to fall to 5-for-24 with runners in scoring position on the season. --The Padres g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2203.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday is a big night for two Padres pitchers. While struggling starter Kevin Correia is facing the Astros in Houston, Cha Seung Baek might be making his final rehab start with Class AAA Portland. There are already rumors that Correia could be headed to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Astros Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-astros-preview-2204.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the opener of a series between two of the lowest-scoring teams in the NL, the absence of Houston Astros slugger Lance Berkman figured to have an impact.That still wasn't enough for the San Diego Padres.The Astros hope Berkman can return to the lineup a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2191.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Chase Headley returned to the Padres lineup Friday night after missing three games with a sore shoulder. He suffered the injury in a collision with the left field wall at Dodger Stadium last Sunday. He was 0-for-4, although he was robbed of at least ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2192.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez failed to reach base for only the second time this season Friday night. He also grounded out with runners on second and third with one out in the first to fall to 5-for-24 with runners in scoring position on the season. --The Padres g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2193.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday is a big night for two Padres pitchers. While struggling starter Kevin Correia is facing the Astros in Houston, Cha Seung Baek might be making his final rehab start with Class AAA Portland. There are already rumors that Correia could be headed to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Astros Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-astros-preview-2194.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the opener of a series between two of the lowest-scoring teams in the NL, the absence of Houston Astros slugger Lance Berkman figured to have an impact.That still wasn't enough for the San Diego Padres.The Astros hope Berkman can return to the lineup a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros wave magic Wandy to blank Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/astros-wave-magic-wandy-to-blank-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was not the Wandy Rodriguez the Astros have known before this season.Manager Cecil Cooper was glad of that.Rodriguez threw eight sharp innings and Hunter Pence's two-run single in the fifth lifted the Astros to a 2-0 victory over the San Diego Padres o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bob Melvin Finished ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bob-melvin-finished-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday, May 8, 2009 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/friday-may-8-2009-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (The Arizona Daily Star delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Diamondbacks manager Bob Melvin? Why, what did he do? ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/fire-diamondbacks-manager-bob-melvin-why-what-did-he-do-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Conor Jackson is hitting .191, Chris Young .177 and Eric Byrnes .139.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2184.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Kevin Kouzmanoff ended a 6-for-48 drought with three consecutive hits Thursday afternoon. The third was a double with one out in the 10th inning, setting up the winning run. It was Kouzmanoff's third three-hit game of the season. --2B David Eckstein ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2185.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres' situational numbers are not good. 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The four-game average of 15,594 was 3,120 less than ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Astros Preview]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-astros-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over the past week, the Houston Astros' bullpen has logged more innings than their starters. That's not an ideal recipe for success.After another short outing from a starter and another loss, the Astros need a strong outing from Wandy Rodriguez on Friday ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown Sports: Granada Little League ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/hometown-sports-granada-little-league-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GRANADA LL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 4, Diamondbacks 3(10)]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-4-diamondbacks-3-10-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres will take any win these days, even if they have to work extra to get it.David Eckstein singled in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning and San Diego beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 on Thursday.Diamondbacks manager Bob Mel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Wrongs Making a Right ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/two-wrongs-making-a-right-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2176.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jake Peavy had a string of 13 consecutive scoreless innings going when Arizona's Justin Upton hit a two-run, scoreless-tie-breaking homer in the sixth inning Wednesday night at Petco Park. Peavy has now given up five homers in seven starts -- three ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2177.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Chase Headley missed a second consecutive start due to a sore left shoulder, although he struck out in the ninth as a pinch hitter. Before Wednesday's game, Headley said the injury affected his swing from the left side, which is why he didn't start T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2178.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last season, Jake Peavy suffered from the fourth-lowest run support in the National League (3.63 runs per game) and the second-lowest at home (2.66). Those might be remembered as his salad days. 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Since then, they have fallen to 12-15, a bad stretch which included a six-gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2169.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the Padres' closer, Heath Bell has been reserved for save situations. But with the team losing six straight and 12 of its last 14, there has been just one save situation for Bell since he picked up three saves in three days from April 16-18. So with th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2170.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Josh Geer took a shutout into the eighth inning Tuesday at Petco Park before giving up a solo homer to Rockies C Chris Iannetta. Geer finished the inning and allowed only the one run and five hits over eight innings despite working under the heat of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2171.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres continue to carry eight relief pitchers while going with a four-man bench. On their seven-game road trip to Colorado and Los Angeles, the Padres used an average of three relievers a game. 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Not even Bud Black, the Padres' manager and a former pitching coach, can talk around the obvious. "I think what you need on any given night is the consistency from man to man, especi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Padres Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-padres-preview-2164.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An adjustment to Aaron Cook's delivery was essential to helping him get his first win of 2009. That also continued his dominance of the San Diego Padres.On Tuesday night, the Colorado Rockies' right-hander looks to beat the NL West rivals again and comple]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 9, Padres 6]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-9-padres-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Iannetta exceeded his modest goals for his at-bat in the seventh inning.Iannetta hit a go-ahead grand slam and the Colorado Rockies beat San Diego 9-6 on Monday night, sending the Padres to their sixth straight loss."I was just trying to protect wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ianetta, Rockies slam Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/ianetta-rockies-slam-padres.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Iannetta hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning and the Colorado Rockies beat San Diego 9-6 on Monday night, sending the Padres to their sixth straight loss.Glendon Rusch (2-0) went one inning for the win. 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Ken Rosenthal says look no further than L.A.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE ADVANTAGE OF HOME COOKING ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-advantage-of-home-cooking-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2154.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Luke Gregerson and Duaner Sanchez, two key members of the Padres' bullpen, exploded on the trip. Rookie Gregerson entered the trip with a 2.45 ERA. After four appearances on the road, his ERA was 5.40. 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"We haven't done the job we need to do in situational hitting," Padres manager Bud Black said toward the end of a 1-6 road trip to Colorado and Los Angeles that saw the Padres continually unab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers excel in homework]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-excel-in-homework.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Manny Ramirez sang to himself and juggled a couple of baseballs as he walked out of the Dodgers' clubhouse, his spirits visibly lifted by what transpired on the field Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers set club record with 10-0 start at home]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-set-club-record-with-10-0-start-at-home.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers are a perfect 10 - at home, anyway.Sunday's 7-3 victory over San Diego broke a 63-year-old franchise record for consecutive home wins from the beginning of a season. 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No Dodger reached second against Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DYLAN HERNANDEZ / ON THE DODGERS 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dylan-hernandez-/-on-the-dodgers-2142.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Torre warned there would be nights like this, when a pitcher like Jake Peavy would walk into the ballpark and turn the Dodgers' potent Manny-led lineup into something far less formidable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Dodgers Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-dodgers-preview-2143.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a win Saturday night, one of the most storied franchises in baseball history can match a record that dates back to their days on the other side of the country.The Dodgers will try to join the 1946 Brooklyn club as the only ones to open 9-0 at home as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers walk past Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-walk-past-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Russell Martin didn't need a hit to get the game-winning RBI, which was good for the Los Angeles Dodgers because he's been in quite a slump.Martin was in a 2-for-23 funk when Duaner Sanchez walked him with the bases loaded and two outs in the ninth inning]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 1, Padres 0]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-1-padres-0.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dodgers ninth. 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"T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2131.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Josh Geer retired 11 of the last 12 Dodgers he faced Thursday night after giving up back-to-back homers to Orlando Hudson and Manny Ramirez in the third. "Geer had a rough third, then settled in and kept battling," manager Bud Black said. --RHP Luke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2132.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortly after the Padres signed former A's starter Chad Gaudin to a minor league contract April 12 (after he was released by the Chicago Cubs), Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Gaudin would be in the Padres' rotation "long before the season was ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NATIONAL LEAGUE 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/national-league-2133.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dodger Stadium was a house of illusions Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Dodgers Preview 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-dodgers-preview-2134.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Dodgers finally ended their long losing streak against Jake Peavy by beating him on opening day.Peavy has a chance to gain a measure of revenge by handing the Dodgers their first home loss of the season Friday night when the San Diego Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 8, Padres 5]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-8-padres-5.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Dodgers kept their perfect home record intact despite another unsettling bout of wildness by rookie pitcher James McDonald.Manny Ramirez followed Orlando Hudson's two-run homer with a long ball of his own, and the Dodgers scored the go-ahe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manny, Hudson power Dodgers past Pads]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/manny-hudson-power-dodgers-past-pads.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny Ramirez followed Orlando Hudson's two-run homer with a long ball of his own, and the Los Angeles Dodgers scored the go-ahead run in the seventh inning on an error by catcher Nick Hundley to beat the San Diego Padres 8-5 on Thursday night.The Dodgers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKIES TAKE BREAK FROM FRUSTRATION TO ... Let the sun shine ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-take-break-from-frustration-to-let-the-sun-shine-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For three weeks, fans have waited for this as theRockies receded into the division cellar. For three weeks, they watched maddening inconsistency undermine victories and slowly threaten the job security of the manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2123.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell on Wednesday sent a written apology to Rockies closer Huston Street for some disparaging remarks he made to the MLB Network in a televised interview immediately after Bell picked up his eighth save Tuesday night. "I said some dumb things ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2124.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortly after the Padres signed former A's starter Chad Gaudin to a minor league contract April 12 (after he was released by the Chicago Cubs), Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Gaudin would be in the Padres' rotation "long before the season was ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2125.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star ballots are out, and most fans are going to punch out the name of Albert Pujols under National League first basemen. Maybe they shouldn't act so quickly. Consider Adrian Gonzalez. Working in the middle of a lineup that offers minimal support -- i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Dodgers Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-dodgers-preview-2126.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a subpar nine-game trip, the Los Angeles Dodgers return home where they haven't dropped a game this season.Rookie James McDonald hopes to continue that streak on Thursday night at Dodger Stadium as Los Angeles opens a four-game set against the San D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 7, Padres 5]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-7-padres-5.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A minor adjustment in Aaron Cook's delivery made a world of difference Wednesday for the Colorado Rockies' right-hander.Cook pitched seven strong innings for his first win, and Todd Helton and Chris Iannetta both drove in three runs in Colorado's 7-5 vict]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cook throws well as Rockies top Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cook-throws-well-as-rockies-top-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook pitched seven strong innings for his first win of the season and Todd Helton and Chris Iannetta each drove in three runs in the Colorado Rockies' 7-5 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.Adrian Gonzalez homered twice for San Diego, which ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corpas' grip on Rockies' closer role is loosening PADRES 4, ROCKIES 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/corpas-grip-on-rockies-closer-role-is-loosening-padres-4-rockies-3-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Behind the grin, there was knifing pain.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2115.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since the start of spring training, Kevin Towers added eight pitchers from outside the organization, but none made the Padres general manager any happier than the April 12 signing of right-hander Chad Gaudin. Gaudin, 26, had been released by the Cubs, and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2116.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez made news Tuesday night, although it was not with his bat (he did stretch his hitting streak to 10 straight) or Gold Glove. He stole the first base of his career in the sixth inning. It took him 558 games to get No. 1. Gonzalez hit sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2117.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortly after the Padres signed former A's starter Chad Gaudin to a minor league contract April 12 (after he was released by the Chicago Cubs), Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Gaudin would be in the Padres' rotation "long before the season was ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Rockies Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-rockies-preview-2118.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been almost two weeks since the San Diego Padres won consecutive games, let alone a series.The Padres have a chance to do both as they conclude a three-game road set with the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday.Pinch-hitter Luis Rodriguez's RBI single in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez lifts Padres over Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rodriguez-lifts-padres-over-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego manager Bud Black had two pinch-hitting options in the ninth inning - a contact hitter in Luis Rodriguez or the free-swinging Edgar Gonzalez.He went with the first option. It turned out to be a wise choice.Rodriguez laced a run-scoring single th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres call up left-handed reliever Arturo Lopez]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-call-up-left-handed-reliever-arturo-lopez.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres called up left-hander Arturo Lopez from Triple-A Portland on Tuesday and optioned outfielder Drew Macias to their top farm club.Lopez had a 3.14 ERA and 15 strikeouts in seven relief appearances at Portland. Going into Tuesday night's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Running Wild ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/running-wild-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler runs wild Five thefts from rookie help Rockies steal victory over Padres ROCKIES 12, PADRES 7 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/fowler-runs-wild-five-thefts-from-rookie-help-rockies-steal-victory-over-padres-rockies-12-padres-7-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheRockies' wild and crazy 12-7 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night went by in a blur.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2107.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortly after the Padres signed former A's starter Chad Gaudin to a minor league contract April 12 (after he was released by the Chicago Cubs), Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Gaudin would be in the Padres' rotation "long before the season was ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2108.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres pitching stalwarts Jake Peavy and Chris Young have one thing in common -- a 5.74 ERA. That's right. Both Padres aces have a 5.74 ERA after five starts, which doesn't bode well for the Padres. If Peavy and Young can't win, who else in this rotation ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2109.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Padres pitchers had given up 30 runs on 42 hits in the last three games through Monday, and the Padres had two three-game losing streaks in a span of seven games. --RHP Shawn Hill, who has a history of arm issues beginning with elbow reconstruction surg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Rockies Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-rockies-preview-2110.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies appear to be heating up at the plate, but they may be without one of their key contributors for an uncertain amount of time.After scoring 10 or more runs for the second straight game, the Rockies look for a third straight victory Tues]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 12, Padres 7]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-12-padres-7.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dexter Fowler doesn't have to wait for a sign to steal a base.His light is permanently green.Taking advantage of good jumps and Chris Young's methodical delivery, Fowler tied a modern-day rookie mark with five stolen bases as the Colorado Rockies ran thei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies use speed to get past Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rockies-use-speed-to-get-past-padres.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dexter Fowler doesn't have to wait a sign to steal a base.His light is permanently green.Taking advantage of good jumps and Chris Young's methodical delivery, Fowler tied a modern-day rookie mark with five stolen bases as the Colorado Rockies ran their wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohlendorf, Pirates able to befuddle Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/ohlendorf-pirates-able-to-befuddle-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO ? Leave it to a Princeton guy to think too much on the pitcher's mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senators' statistics tell tale ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/senators-statistics-tell-tale-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Statistically it's not a surprise the Harrisburg Senators, after losing their eighth straight game Saturday, own the worst record among all 32 Class AA Baseball teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BIXLER CALLED UP, MATCHES RBI TOTAL FROM 2008 PIRATES NOTEBOOK ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bixler-called-up-matches-rbi-total-from-2008-pirates-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO -- Brian Bixler, in his fourth big-league plate appearance and his second swing of the season, after flying out the previous at-bat, knocked a two-run double into right field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DISHING OUT ALL THE HURT PIRATES DISHING OUT HURT ON FOES PIRATES 8, PADRES 3 NAMES SUCH AS DIAZ, BIXLER AND YES, EVEN ADAM LARO]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dishing-out-all-the-hurt-pirates-dishing-out-hurt-on-foes-pirates-8-padres-3-names-such-as-diaz-bixler-and-yes-even-adam-laroche-powering-lineup-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO -- The heck with the hurtPirates. Ryan Doumit? Nate McLouth? Jack Wilson? Who needs them?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2103.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Shawn Hill, who has a history of arm issues beginning with elbow reconstruction surgery in 2004, went on the 15-day disabled list Sunday after having Saturday's start halted after two innings by pain around his elbow. "I've pitched with worse pain,"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2104.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortly after the Padres signed former A's starter Chad Gaudin to a minor league contract April 12 (after he was released by the Chicago Cubs), Padres general manager Kevin Towers said Gaudin would be in the Padres' rotation "long before the season was ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2105.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The WBC conspiracy theorists are at it again. Jake Peavy's worst season (11-14, 4.09 ERA) followed his World Baseball Classic appearance of 2006. Three years and another WBC later and Peavy is getting lit up like the No. 5 at the back of many rotations. S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ON THE DODGERS]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/on-the-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A few minutes after the Dodgers-Colorado Rockies game ended Sunday, Coors Field took on a gloomy aura as a steady rain began to fall.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater unit of power for 5th win in row ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/greater-unit-of-power-for-5th-win-in-row-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So much for that rotation streak. So much for that power outage.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez taken to hospital after reaction]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rodriguez-taken-to-hospital-after-reaction.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres shortstop Luis Rodriguez had an allergic reaction Saturday to something he ate, sending him to the hospital.The team said he was being held overnight for observation and was resting comfortably."It happened so fast," manager Bud Black said after Sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Padres Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pirates-padres-preview-2095.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy has been far from dominant in his first four starts this season, and in his latest outing the San Diego Padres' ace looked downright mediocre.His track record against the Pittsburgh Pirates, on the other hand, has been nothing short of spectacu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 10, Padres 1]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pirates-10-padres-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zach Duke and the Pittsburgh Pirates are confident they can win on the road and at home.Duke was dominant into the ninth inning to win consecutive road starts for the first time in four years, Craig Monroe and Freddy Sanchez each had three hits and Pittsb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duke, Pirates have easy time with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/duke-pirates-have-easy-time-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Zach Duke was dominant into the ninth inning to win consecutive road starts for the first time in four years, Craig Monroe and Freddy Sanchez each had three hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Diego Padres 10-1 Saturday night.Duke (3-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates lose to Padres in 11 innings ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pirates-lose-to-padres-in-11-innings-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO ? ThePirates lost another key piece of their lineup Friday, then lost a game, 4-3, in 11 innings against the San Diego Padres.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Padres Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pirates-padres-preview-2099.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a surprising start, the San Diego Padres appeared to be falling back to reality with three straight losses heading into a weekend series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.Maybe all they needed was a trip back home.After finishing off the Pirates in extra ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[As minor league recap: Gallagher starts Saturday in Sacramento ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/as-minor-league-recap-gallagher-starts-saturday-in-sacramento-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Contra Costa Times delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GILES' SINGLE IN 11TH SNAPS PIRATES' STREAK WINNING STREAK SNAPPED AT THREE PADRES 4 PIRATES 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giles-single-in-11th-snaps-pirates-streak-winning-streak-snapped-at-three-padres-4-pirates-3-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO -- Without Nos. 3 and 4 hitters Nate McLouth, scratched after his right oblique muscle was strained in batting practice, and Ryan Doumit, whose wrist surgery a day earlier reportedly went well, thePirates scratched and banged but couldn't hold o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GERUT AT EASE IN PADRES OUTFIELD FORMER OF FINDS HIS PLACE PIRATES VS. PADRES PIRATES NOTEBOOK ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/gerut-at-ease-in-padres-outfield-former-of-finds-his-place-pirates-vs-padres-pirates-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO -- After he admittedly quot;butted headsquot; withPirates management over his knee injury, after he was absent from the major leagues for 32 months recovering from the ensuing surgery that he sought against his previous employer's wishes, Jody G]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2087.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Well, that was a little weird. A season ago, the Padres entered their 16th game with a 8-7 record. And in that game, they went 22 innings before losing a 2-1 decision to the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. The Padres were never the same. The 22-inning los]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2088.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--PH Cliff Floyd is receiving new medication resulting from an MRI of his right knee Thursday. The knee had been drained twice in as many weeks. "The doctors are concerned about some parts of the knee," said Padres manager Bud Black. Floyd's return is und]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2089.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SS Everth Cabrera's injury left the Padres looking for a backup shortstop. The player they acquired, INF/OF Chris Burke, had played just 17 games at shortstop (six starts) in his big-league career. 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During his career, the 38-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2081.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Kevin Correia will be working with eight days' rest Friday when he makes his third start of the season against the Pirates at Petco Park. The added rest comes as a result of Monday's rainout in Philadelphia. "Any pitcher welcomes extra rest," Correi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molina's RBI double lifts Giants ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/molina-s-rbi-double-lifts-giants-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Bengie Molina expected to have the day off, so San Francisco's veteran catcher didn't bother taking pregame batting practice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Padres Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pirates-padres-preview-2083.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam LaRoche has always been able to shake off his slow starts, but the Pittsburgh Pirates haven't been as fortunate. Now, trying to maintain early momentum has become their challenge.After sweeping what had been the majors' hottest team, LaRoche and the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins aren't a home-grown sensation]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/marlins-aren-t-a-home-grown-sensation.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:55:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Marlins get a lot of credit for scouting talent, but the truth of how their roster is built might surprise you, says Tracy Ringolsby.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molina's hit energizes S.F. in 10th ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/molina-s-hit-energizes-s-f-in-10th-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bengie Molina was too tired to take batting practice Wednesday and was supposed to get his first day off of the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molina delivers in a pinch for Giants in 10th ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/molina-delivers-in-a-pinch-for-giants-in-10th-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO Bengie Molina had caught every inning of the Giants' first 13 games before getting a well-deserved break Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2071.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Veteran Cliff Floyd will have an MRI exam Thursday on a right knee that has had to be drained of fluid twice in the last two weeks. "This has never happened before, so definitely I'm concerned," Floyd said. "I feel bad for everyone; I can't get on the fie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2072.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres will play a road game at Philadelphia on May 23 to make up the game lost to rain on Monday. The game will be played on a regularly scheduled open date for both the Padres and the Phillies. The date falls in front of a scheduled seven-game roa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2073.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SS Everth Cabrera's injury left the Padres looking for a backup shortstop. The player they acquired, INF/OF Chris Burke, had played just 17 games at shortstop (six starts) in his big-league career. 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He just knew Cain as a tough pitcher to face.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants take different route to win ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-take-different-route-to-win-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO The way things were going for the Giants on Tuesday, recording two outs at home plate on the same throw wouldn't have been the most unexpected development of the night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Giants: How they scored ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-giants-how-they-scored-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[how they scored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2065.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SS Everth Cabrera's injury left the Padres looking for a backup shortstop. 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"One pitch has been getting me in trouble," Peavy said Tuesday night in San Francisco after the one pitch he was talking about -- an 88 mph cutter -- was driven into the l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2067.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres have adjusted their rotation because of Monday's rainout in Philadelphia. Monday's scheduled starter, RHP Kevin Correia, will face Pittsburgh in San Diego on Friday night, with RHP Shawn Hill pushed back to Saturday and RHP Jake Peavy startin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome home, Raul]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/welcome-home-raul.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Raul Ibanez officially became a Phillie on Dec. 16, 2008, when he signed with the club as a free agent.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schierholtz waits his turn ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/schierholtz-waits-his-turn-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO If you see Nate Schierholtz's picture on a milk carton, it's not because he signed an endorsement deal with the folks at Berkeley Farms.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants' on deck for series vs. San Diego ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-on-deck-for-series-vs-san-diego-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On deck: vs. San Diego]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Things still going bad for Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/things-still-going-bad-for-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies manager Charlie Manuel emphasized during his pre-game chat that Baseball is a game in which "you go good and you go bad."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils can't hold lead]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/phils-can-t-hold-lead.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It had the makings of the perfect tribute.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DYLAN HERNANDEZ / ON THE DODGERS 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dylan-hernandez-/-on-the-dodgers-2055.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way Matt Kemp hits a Baseball in the air remindsDodgers Manager Joe Torre of the way Alex Rodriguez hits them. Or the way Mike Piazza, Darryl Strawberry and Dale Murphy used to.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2056.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortstop Everth Cabrera was placed on the 60-day disabled Monday and will undergo surgery Tuesday afternoon to repair the fracture to the hook of the hamate bone on his left hand. Cabrera suffered the fracture Sunday while batting on Sunday in Philadelph]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2057.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres' rainout in Philadelphia on Monday night will create a travel problem for the club later in the season. Among the possible makeup dates are May 11 on a scheduled off day between Houston and Chicago and July 23 on an open date leading into a t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2058.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PH Cliff Floyd might be ready to join the Padres from the disabled list this week (out since just before the season's first pitch with a shoulder strain). But the Padres' more immediate need is finding a backup shortstop. 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With the hand injury suffered by ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies Notebook: Hard-hitting Howard adding defense to repertoire for Phillies ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/phillies-notebook-hard-hitting-howard-adding-defense-to-repertoire-for-phillies-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In some instances, when dealing with a new pupil,Phillies third-base coach Sam Perlozzo might have done his homework. He might have watched film, taken notes, developed a mental game plan. But during his first meeting with Ryan Howard at the University of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies Notes: In a slump, Rollins finds rhythm as pinch-hitter ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/phillies-notes-in-a-slump-rollins-finds-rhythm-as-pinch-hitter-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eric Bruntlett started at shortstop yesterday in place ofJimmy Rollins, the same substitution thatPhillies managerCharlie Manuel made last July 24 when Rollins arrived late to a game in New York.This time, however, the move was entirely Baseball-related. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thanks to Ibanez, Phils walk off with a win ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/thanks-to-ibanez-phils-walk-off-with-a-win-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[EARLY YESTERDAY evening, after most of his teammates had already slipped out of their uniforms and into the Sunday dusk, Raul Ibanez emerged from a set of double doors in thePhillies' clubhouse wearing gym shorts and sneakers and socks pulled up to just b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ibanez gets Phils on track]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/ibanez-gets-phils-on-track.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jayson Werth felt that Raul Ibanez deserved to go to the White House. Recently, thePhillies determined that only members of their 2008 team would be invited to receive congratulations for their World Series victory from President Obama.But Werth told Iban]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Phillies Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-phillies-preview-2039.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A hot start has the San Diego Padres among the biggest surprises during baseball's first two weeks. 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The right-hander al]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silva headed to DL for Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/silva-headed-to-dl-for-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres will place right-hander Walter Silver on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right forearm.Right-hander Josh Geer will be recalled Sunday and start for Silva stead against the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.Silva was injured batt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The extras from Friday's game ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-extras-from-friday-s-game-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Morning Call delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers Friday Night Fireworks Shows To Begin Tonight ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-friday-night-fireworks-shows-to-begin-tonight-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheLosAngelesDodgers tonight will debut a season- long series of fireworks shows following each game atDodger Stadium on Fridays, when game time will be 30 minutes earlier than on Fridays last year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2032.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres were looking for protection for 1B Adrian Gonzalez. 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The right-handed Hairston, who already has six starts becaus]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2034.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Luis Rodriguez hit his first homer of the season and scored three runs for the Padres. From the No. 8 spot in the order, Rodriguez has been a critical part of the Padres 'offense. He leads the league with three sacrifice flies, has drawn nine walks a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Phillies Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-phillies-preview-2035.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Myers knows exactly what his problem has been through two starts - the home run ball.Myers hopes to keep the San Diego Padres in the ballpark Saturday night when the Philadelphia Phillies continue a four-game home series.In his first two outings, My]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[So Much for Control ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/so-much-for-control-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres rally from 6-run deficit to stun Phils]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-rally-from-6-run-deficit-to-stun-phils.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[These aren't the same San Diego Padres who nearly lost 100 games last season.Scott Hairston homered and hit a go-ahead two-run double in the eighth inning, helping San Diego overcome a six-run deficit to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-7 on Friday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sin Citi? ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sin-citi-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 15, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2023.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres were looking for protection for 1B Adrian Gonzalez. In the season-opening series against the Dodgers, Joe Torre refused to let Gonzalez beat him and pitched around the cleanup hitter. Gonzalez walked four times with runners in scoring position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2024.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Headley's line-drive single to right-center in the third inning Thursday night eventually could be remembered as one of the more significant hits of the Padres' season. The two-out, two-run hit immediately followed an intentional walk to Adrian Gonz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2025.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres' 7-3 start is the club's best since the 1998 team opened 11-3 en route to the National League pennant. --LF Chase Headley went 4-for-4 Thursday with three RBIs hitting behind Adrian Gonzalez, including a two-run single in the third after Gonz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heath Bell Thinks ESPN Is Unfair ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/heath-bell-thinks-espn-is-unfair-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Snyder  TheSanDiegoPadres, picked to finish last by pretty much everyone who follows Baseball, have stormed out of the gate to a 6-2 start. This has to be a shock to even the majority of the team's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Phillies Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-phillies-preview-2027.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cole Hamels had to wait four days after the Philadelphia Phillies' opener to make his 2009 debut because of elbow trouble. Thanks to a rainout earlier this week, he's had to wait a few more to make amends for that disastrous outing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy works 5 tough innings to beat Mets]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-works-5-tough-innings-to-beat-mets.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was no hot water in the visitors' clubhouse at Citi Field, so Jake Peavy opted for a cold shower after five tough innings against the New York Mets on Thursday night.That tough break had no effect on Peavy's jubilant mood.Peavy gutted it out after a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Silva to miss next scheduled start]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-silva-to-miss-next-scheduled-start.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego Padres right-hander Walter Silva will miss his next scheduled start with a strained right forearm.Silva was injured while batting in the second inning of the Padres' 6-5 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night in the first regular-season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THIS TIME, AMAZIN'S SAW THE GOOD PEREZ ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/this-time-amazin-s-saw-the-good-perez-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey has an 8.10 ERA and an instinct to deny that it has been caused by his forearm tendinitis.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DYLAN HERNANDEZ / ON THE DODGERS]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dylan-hernandez-/-on-the-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If only the Dodgers could play the San Francisco Giants every day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RED SOX NOTEBOOK]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/red-sox-notebook.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND, Calif. - The RedSox sustained one significant injury this road trip with shortstop Jed Lowrie going on the disabled list with his wrist injury.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-2017.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres were looking for protection for 1B Adrian Gonzalez. In the season-opening series against the Dodgers, Joe Torre refused to let Gonzalez beat him and pitched around the cleanup hitter. Gonzalez walked four times with runners in scoring position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2018.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres have eight relief pitchers in their bullpen and a four-man bench. That cannot continue. With pinch hitter Cliff Floyd about to start a rehab assignment to test his ailing shoulder, it could be less than a week before the Padres make a move. The]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2019.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Luis Rodriguez certainly lacks the range as well as the power stroke of former Padres SS Khalil Greene, but he's become a pesky member of the offense and defense. Rodriguez participated in three double plays Wednesday as the Padres ran their season t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Mets Preview 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-mets-preview-2020.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets earned their first win at their new home in their latest game. 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In the season-opening series against the Dodgers, Joe Torre refused to let Gonzalez beat him and pitched around the cleanup hitter. Gonzalez walked four times with runners in scoring position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-2008.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres will keep Jake Peavy and Chris Young, the right-handed aces of their staff, on four days' rest, meaning there will be some shuffling at the back end of the rotation. With the Padres having Tuesday off between the first and second games of their]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-2009.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Chase Headley had been under orders from the Padres to add weight the last couple of years. Now he's dropped almost 20 pounds over the last 12 months and feels better for it. "I didn't realize quite how big I was until I tried on a custom suit from l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper could be first manager fired]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cooper-could-be-first-manager-fired.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Firing Cecil Cooper wouldn't be unreasonable, but it wouldn't turn the suspect Astros into contenders, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Mets Preview 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-mets-preview-2011.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mistakes played a key role in the New York Mets losing their first official game at Citi Field. They hope one of their most erratic pitchers can help them get their first win at their new $800 million stadium.Oliver Perez takes the mound at Citi Field for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets fans don't have buyer's remorsePleasures of new ballpark spoiled by Amazin's miscues ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/mets-fans-don-t-have-buyer-s-remorsepleasures-of-new-ballpark-spoiled-by-amazin-s-miscues-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Talk about not knowing when to leave well enough alone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Citi Field great, Mets need workNew park is spectacular but team's effort last night was disappointing ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/citi-field-great-mets-need-worknew-park-is-spectacular-but-team-s-effort-last-night-was-disappointing-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It certainly was not the scriptMets management wrote over the last few days while they were slapping the final coats of paint on Citi Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Mets 5 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-mets-5-2014.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The place looked gorgeous. 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Then in the second inning, Pelfrey toppled to the moun]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE NEW STADIUM EFFECT ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-new-stadium-effect-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After 2008 left New York void of a playoff team for the first time in 14 years, both the Mets andYankees will be looking to get off on the right foot when both break in their new stadiums this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE NEW STADIUM EFFECT  2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-new-stadium-effect--2004.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After 2008 left New York void of a playoff team for the first time in 14 years, both theMets and Yankees will be looking to get off on the right foot when both break in their new stadiums this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Mets 5 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-mets-5-2005.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The place looked gorgeous. The Mets looked lost.Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer - the only time that's happened in major league history - and the San Diego Padres spoiled New York's first game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres spoil Mets' Citi Field opener]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-spoil-mets-citi-field-opener.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their new home was gorgeous. The Mets looked lost.Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer, Adrian Gonzalez also connected and the San Diego Padres spoiled New York's first regular-season game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-5 victory]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lincecum's outing a lowlight in sweep]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/lincecum-s-outing-a-lowlight-in-sweep.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The opening-series win against Milwaukee is a foggy memory, trumped by an awful weekend in San Diego and a sweep at the hands of a team that lost 99 games last season and is projected to be that bad again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lincecum struggles again as Padres sweep Giants ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/lincecum-struggles-again-as-padres-sweep-giants-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO Sometimes people need to hear what they already know. Even reigning Cy Young award winners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juan Uribe starts at short, brings up memories of Jose ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/juan-uribe-starts-at-short-brings-up-memories-of-jose-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO For the first time in almost 17 years, the Giants had a Uribe start at shortstop.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1995.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During the first week of the season, Padres manager Bud Black was asked about his ever-changing pitching staff. "I think we're in a better position than we were," said Black. And after the first week, probably much better shape than anyone expected. The P]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1996.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Nick Hundley went 4-for-4 Sunday and fell a homer short of becoming the first Padre to ever hit for the cycle. Three of Hundley's hits came against the Giants' 2008 Cy Young Award winner Tim Lincecum. But Hundley had faced Lincecum in high school summ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1997.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres were looking for protection for 1B Adrian Gonzalez. In the season-opening series against the Dodgers, Joe Torre refused to let Gonzalez beat him and pitched around the cleanup hitter. Gonzalez walked four times with runners in scoring position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy pitches Padres past S.F. ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-pitches-padres-past-s-f-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO Media types no longer jab a microphone at Bruce Bochy and ask him about playing thePadres. This is Bochy's third season as the Giants' manager, so the novelty has worn off.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants-Padres Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-padres-preview-1987.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The day before he was formally presented with the National League's Cy Young Award, Tim Lincecum didn't look much like the reigning winner.To avoid their first sweep in nearly two seasons to the San Diego Padres, the San Francisco Giants could use a bette]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Giants 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-giants-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy and Henry Blanco were a powerful combination for the San Diego Padres on Saturday night.Peavy struck out 10 in 8 1-3 innings and Blanco homered twice, leading San Diego to a 6-3 win over the San Francisco Giants.Blanco helped power the San Dieg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy solid as Padres down Giants]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-solid-as-padres-down-giants.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy pitched 8 1-3 strong innings, Adrian Gonzalez drove in three runs and Henry Blanco hit two home runs to lead the San Diego Padres to a 6-3 win over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.Peavy (1-1) was sharper than in the season opener on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants pitcher has concussion ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-pitcher-has-concussion-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO (AP) The San Francisco Giants are optimistic that pitcher Joe Martinez will recover relatively quickly from a concussion and three small fractures sustained when he was hit in the head by a line drive.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Masse returns as Thunder struggle ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/masse-returns-as-thunder-struggle-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B-Mets 4 THUNDER 3 TRENTON - Bill Masse does not regret taking what turned out to be one-year jobs managing in New Hampshire and San Antonio since being terminated by the Yankees in 2006.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poor first starts rain down on Zito]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/poor-first-starts-rain-down-on-zito.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheGiants cannot seem to dodge wet weather in this season's first week. They endured a 51-minute delay during their first road game of 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zito gets beat up by Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/zito-gets-beat-up-by-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO Barry Zito can talk about reincarnation and redemption, but only his record will make a compelling statement to Giants fans.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poor first starts rain down on Zito  2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/poor-first-starts-rain-down-on-zito--1981.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Giants cannot seem to dodge wet weather in this season's first week. They endured a 51-minute delay during their first road game of 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1982.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--There was a 51-minute rain delay at Petco Park Friday night, the Padres' first rain delay at home since last May 23. In the five-seasons-plus history of the Padres' downtown home, there has been but one rainout (April 4, 2006). --SS Everth Cabrera, a 22]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1983.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres' offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in from outside the organization in late March. PLAYER NEWS: --RHP Luis Perdomo was claimed off waivers from San Francisco Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1984.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Hairston has found a niche with the Padres. Although manager Bud Black won't call it a platoon, Hairston starts most of the Padres' games in center field when they are facing a left-handed starter. Jody Gerut is the center fielder the rest of the ti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NATIONAL LEAGUE]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/national-league.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dream that James McDonald was living on Friday night quickly turned into the nightmare.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NATIONAL LEAGUE 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/national-league-1986.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The dream that James McDonald was living on Friday night quickly turned into the nightmare.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: Yankees manager Girardi likely to stick around for a while ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/paul-hagen-yankees-manager-girardi-likely-to-stick-around-for-a-while-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THERE'S AN impression out there that Yankees managerJoe Girardi is squarely in the cross hairs this season, that he has the slightest of margins for error before he could find himself looking for a new job.It says here that's overblown. 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Bell nails down win for Pads]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/trevor-who-bell-nails-down-win-for-pads.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heath Bell rang in the post-Trevor Hoffman era in San Diego, striking out the side in the ninth inning to save the Padres' 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.It was the first save opportunity this season for Bell, promoted to closer aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1947.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres' offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in from outside the organization in late March. PLAYER NOTES: --1B Adrian Gonzalez was party to an interesting twist Tuesday. 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In 33 relief appearances for Cleveland last year, M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 18, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/mariners-18-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ichiro Suzuki was sidelined for the third straight day with fatigue and was examined by a doctor while the Seattle Mariners routed the San Diego Padres 18-3 on Thursday.Suzuki, who returned from the World Baseball Classic on March 26, was lightheaded earl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heath Bell to ring in new era for Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/heath-bell-to-ring-in-new-era-for-padres.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There will be no more ninth-inning "Hells Bells" at Petco Park.Just a big kid named Heath Bell.When the San Diego Padres have their first save situation at home this season, the bullpen gate will swing open and Bell will ring in a new era.Bell is taking o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton showing signs of being an elite hitter again]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/helton-showing-signs-of-being-an-elite-hitter-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A bad back cost Todd Helton in more ways than one. 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The 24-year-old will open the season in the San Diego bullpen. In 33 relief appearances for Cleveland last year, M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1920.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, White Sox 1]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-white-sox-1.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Peavy had a nearly perfect spring training.He threw five more shutout innings in the San Diego Padres' 6-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, and has not allowed a run in 14 innings in the Cactus League."I'm excited to start the year," said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres acquire RHP Mujica from Indians]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-acquire-rhp-mujica-from-indians.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An offseason bullpen shuffle that began with Trevor Hoffman's departure continued Wednesday when the San Diego Padres acquired Edward Mujica from the Cleveland Indians.The hard-throwing right-hander, who was out of options, was acquired for cash or a play]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians send RHP Edward Mujica to San Diego Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/indians-send-rhp-edward-mujica-to-san-diego-padres.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cleveland Indians have traded right-hander Edward Mujica to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday for future considerations or cash.Right-hander Jae Kuk Ryu, claimed on waivers by Cleveland from the Padres on Thursday, was returned to San Diego. The deal ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1913.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1914.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only thing moving forward with the Padres these days is the sale of the club. And even that is going to take time. The first major hurdle in the sale was completed March 25 when the group headed by former player agent and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Jeff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1915.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Cesar Ramos, who was added to the 40-man roster in the offseason, was optioned to Class AAA Portland after getting hit hard in spring training. He allowed 17 runs in 14 Cactus League innings. --RHP Cha Seung Baek strained his right forearm during hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Brewers 5]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-6-brewers-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Ryan Braun is day-to-day with a right thumb contusion after leaving in the second inning of Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres.The 2007 National League rookie of the year was struck by a first-inning line driv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' Braun injures thumb in 6-5 loss to Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/brewers-braun-injures-thumb-in-6-5-loss-to-padres.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Ryan Braun is day-to-day with a right thumb contusion after leaving in the second inning of Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres.The 2007 National League rookie of the year was struck by a first-inning line driv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1907.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only thing moving forward with the Padres these days is the sale of the club. And even that is going to take time. The first major hurdle in the sale was completed March 25 when the group headed by former player agent and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Jeff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1908.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Cesar Ramos, who was added to the 40-man roster in the offseason, was optioned to Class AAA Portland after getting hit hard in spring training. He allowed 17 runs in 14 Cactus League innings. --RHP Cha Seung Baek strained his right forearm during hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1909.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 5, Padres 2]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/indians-5-padres-2.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Travis Hafner hit his first homer since October shoulder surgery and Carl Pavano pitched effectively into the seventh inning for the Cleveland Indians in a 5-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday.Hafner opened the second inning with a homer to right-c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Baek sidelined with strained right forearm]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-baek-sidelined-with-strained-right-forearm.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cha Seung Baek will miss his final Cactus League start and possibly the start of the season for the San Diego Padres because of a strained right forearm.Baek left a start Sunday after four innings, complaining of soreness. The Padres are uncertain if the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baek sidelined with strained right forearm]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/baek-sidelined-with-strained-right-forearm.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cha Seung Baek will miss his final Cactus League start and possibly the start of the season for the San Diego Padres because of a strained right forearm.Baek left a start Sunday after four innings, complaining of soreness. The Padres are uncertain if the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 7, Dodgers 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-7-dodgers-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Schmidt knows he won't be ready when the Los Angeles Dodgers open the season. Now, Cha Seung Baek isn't a sure thing for the Padres, either.Schmidt threw 51 pitches, his most in a Cactus League game this spring, but allowed three runs, three doubles]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1904.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Desperate for pitching, the Padres acquired three pitchers from outside the system in the span of three days. First to arrive on March 24 was RHP Luke Gregerson, who was acquired to complete the offseason trade that sent SS Khalil Greene to the Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1905.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1906.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only thing moving forward with the Padres these days is the sale of the club. And even that is going to take time. The first major hurdle in the sale was completed March 25 when the group headed by former player agent and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Jeff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1899.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Desperate for pitching, the Padres acquired three pitchers from outside the system in the span of three days. First to arrive on March 24 was RHP Luke Gregerson, who was acquired to complete the offseason trade that sent SS Khalil Greene to the Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1900.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1901.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only thing moving forward with the Padres these days is the sale of the club. And even that is going to take time. The first major hurdle in the sale was completed March 25 when the group headed by former player agent and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Jeff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 11, Giants 10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-11-giants-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Young felt sharp on the mound even though he didn't have a good outing.Young gave up six earned runs and seven hits in two-thirds of an inning before the San Diego Padres rallied for an 11-10 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday."My arm]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1895.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Desperate for pitching, the Padres acquired three pitchers from outside the system in the span of three days. First to arrive on March 24 was RHP Luke Gregerson, who was acquired to complete the offseason trade that sent SS Khalil Greene to the Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1896.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With just over a week to go in spring training, the Padres probably had set the position-player part of their Opening Day roster. The offense probably will be a bit improved over last year. The pitching, however, was a mess. Three arms were brought in fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1897.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only thing moving forward with the Padres these days is the sale of the club. And even that is going to take time. The first major hurdle in the sale was completed March 25 when the group headed by former player agent and Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Jeff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 5, Athletics 2]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-5-athletics-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If one spring training game is any indication, there will be no World Baseball Classic hangover for Jake Peavy this time.Peavy pitched six scoreless innings in his first outing since returning from the WBC, and Scott Hairston hit two homers to lead the Pa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres introduce Moorad as CEO; Aikman is partner]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-introduce-moorad-as-ceo-aikman-is-partner.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former agent Jeff Moorad was introduced as CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres on Thursday, and confirmed that former NFL star Troy Aikman is a limited partner in his ownership group.Several other businessmen are involved in Moorad's group, whic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1891.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B David Eckstein went 3-for-3 against the Indians on March 25, raising his Cactus League average to .462. "I was very disappointed with my swing last year, and that's what I work on with my brother during the whole offseason. I've tried to simplify my ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1892.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1893.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres introduce Moorad as CEO; Aikman is partner 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-introduce-moorad-as-ceo-aikman-is-partner-1894.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former agent Jeff Moorad has been introduced as the CEO and vice chairman of the San Diego Padres, and he confirms that ex-NFL great Troy Aikman is a partner in his ownership group.Several other businessmen are involved in Moorad's group, which has taken ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1884.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1885.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B David Eckstein went 3-for-3 against the Indians on March 25, raising his Cactus League average to .462. "I was very disappointed with my swing last year, and that's what I work on with my brother during the whole offseason. I've tried to simplify my ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1886.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP source: Sale of Padres appears close]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/ap-source-sale-of-padres-appears-close.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The sale of the San Diego Padres from John Moores to former agent Jeff Moorad appears to be almost finalized.The two sides were close to wrapping up the sale, a baseball official with knowledge of situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday night, sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RHP De La Cruz traded by Marlins to Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rhp-de-la-cruz-traded-by-marlins-to-padres.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins traded right-hander Eulogio De La Cruz to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.The Marlins said they would get a player to be named or cash in the deal, while the Padres' release just mentioned a player to be named.De La Cruz was acquired]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 8, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/indians-8-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Pavano rebounded from a rough outing with six strong innings Wednesday, and the Cleveland Indians beat the San Diego Padres 8-4.Pavano, who appeared in only 26 games in four seasons for the Yankees after signing a $39.95 million contract in 2005, has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1879.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1880.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Cha Seung Baek, who is penciled-in as the No. 3 starter, is struggling through spring training. He allowed nine runs on nine hits in 4 2/3 innings March 24 against the Angels, raising his Cactus League ERA to 9.95. --RHP Shawn Hill signed a minor le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1881.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 10, Padres 5]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/angels-10-padres-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Matthews Jr. wants to play every day. His performance this spring should only help.Matthews hit a long home run off starter Cha Seung Baek and went 2-for-3 on Tuesday, boosting his batting average to .412 in the Los Angeles Angels' 10-5 victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1883.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1873.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1874.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1875.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Shawn Hill signed a minor league deal with the Padres on March 23, and he will be given a chance to make the team's big-league rotation. Hill, 27, was released by the Nationals last week after three injury-plagued seasons. --RHP Josh Geer, who had b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 9, Royals 7]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-9-royals-7.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Headley gave the Padres a much-needed lift, hitting a game-ending three-run homer in the ninth inning and lifting San Diego to a 9-7 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Monday.The Padres trailed 4-0 in the sixth and 7-4 in the ninth before rallyi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres agree to deal with Hill, acquire Gregerson]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-agree-to-deal-with-hill-acquire-gregerson.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres added two right-handers, agreeing to a minor league contract with Shawn Hill and acquiring Luke Gregerson from St. Louis to complete the deal that sent shortstop Khalil Greene to the Cardinals.Hill was released by Washington on Wednes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA ill-served by Johnson]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/team-usa-ill-served-by-johnson.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Letting Adam Dunn hit in the fifth was only one of Davey Johnson's absurd decisions in Team USA's loss, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 12, Padres 7]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/diamondbacks-12-padres-7.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Young figures the Arizona Diamondbacks can have a powerful offense all season.Young and Miguel Montero each hit a three-run homers, Ryan Roberts added a solo shot and Arizona rallied from five runs down to beat the San Diego Padres 12-7 on Sunday an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1870.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1871.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1872.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez had a novel idea upon returning to the Padres after Mexico was eliminated from the World Baseball Classic. "I think I should return to the WBC with the United States," said Gonzalez after learning Team USA 1B Kevin Youkilis was out wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants 12, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-12-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The work Emmanuel Burriss has done on his swing appears to be paying off.Burriss had two of his three singles in a nine-run sixth inning, and the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres 12-4 Saturday.Burriss is tied for the major league lead with 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1864.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1865.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1866.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez had a novel idea upon returning to the Padres after Mexico was eliminated from the World Baseball Classic. "I think I should return to the WBC with the United States," said Gonzalez after learning Team USA 1B Kevin Youkilis was out wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Worrell to miss season due to elbow surgery 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-worrell-to-miss-season-due-to-elbow-surgery-1867.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego Padres right-hander Mark Worrell will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow and is expected to miss the entire season.The Padres announced Friday that the 25-year-old Worrell is scheduled for an operation Wednesday.Worrell made his major league ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1858.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1859.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Blanks will soon be taking flyballs in left field. Some would say it's about time. The 22-year-old first baseman has been the hit of the Padres' spring training camp. With Adrian Gonzalez away most of March playing for Mexico in the World Baseball Cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1860.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez had a novel idea upon returning to the Padres after Mexico was eliminated from the World Baseball Classic. "I think I should return to the WBC with the United States," said Gonzalez after learning Team USA 1B Kevin Youkilis was out wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Worrell to miss season due to elbow surgery]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-worrell-to-miss-season-due-to-elbow-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego Padres right-hander Mark Worrell will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow and is expected to miss the entire season.The Padres announced Friday that the 25-year-old Worrell is scheduled for an operation Wednesday.Worrell made his major league ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 5, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-5-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs manager Lou Piniella thinks there is still plenty of time to get pitcher Rich Harden enough work before spring training ends.Harden was scratched from his scheduled start Friday against the San Diego Padres because he had a stomach bug.Pinch-hitter R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 10, Padres 8]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/mariners-10-padres-8.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Russell Branyan has already proven he's comfortable hitting behind cleanup hitter Adrian Beltre. The Seattle Mariners' new first baseman has some good speed, too.Branyan had three hits to raise his spring average to .357, then stole two bases and scored t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1853.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1854.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Duaner Sanchez was signed to a minor league contract five days after the Mets released him. --For the first time in his 15 seasons as owner of the Padres, John Moores refused to answer questions from the media during a two-day visit to the Padres' c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1855.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Ohman has interest from Nats, Giants]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-ohman-has-interest-from-nats-giants.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Nationals just upgraded their bullpen by signing free-agent left- hander Joe Beimel to a one-year, $2 million contract.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Closers can't find the keys to the vault]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/closers-can-t-find-the-keys-to-the-vault.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can bank on the best closers to put away games, but they can't bank on blockbuster deals, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1848.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1849.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Duaner Sanchez was signed to a minor league contract five days after the Mets released him. --For the first time in his 15 seasons as owner of the Padres, John Moores refused to answer questions from the media during a two-day visit to the Padres' c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1850.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 9, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rangers-9-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Hamilton still finds ways to surprise his Texas teammates.Hamilton began his 3-for-3 performance by bunting for a single with a runner on base during a four-run first inning, and the Rangers beat the San Diego Padres 9-4 on Wednesday.Ian Kinsler also]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1843.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1844.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Duaner Sanchez was signed to a minor league contract five days after the Mets released him. --For the first time in his 15 seasons as owner of the Padres, John Moores refused to answer questions from the media during a two-day visit to the Padres' c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1845.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA needs Rollins, not Jeter, at short]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/team-usa-needs-rollins-not-jeter-at-short.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What started as a touchy subject is about to develop into a full-blown controversy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 12, Padres 7]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/angels-12-padres-7.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Lackey isn't letting his contract situation become a distraction this spring. The Los Angeles Angels' right-hander is keeping his focus on the field.Lackey, who is set to become a free agent after this season, handled San Diego without much trouble, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1842.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:20:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 10, Padres 7]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rangers-10-padres-7.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Millwood felt so good after his start Sunday that he went straight to the bullpen to throw some more.Millwood allowed four runs and six hits over five innings in the Texas Rangers' 10-7 victory over the San Diego Padres. The right-hander threw a 20-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres sign Mets castoff Duaner Sanchez]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-sign-mets-castoff-duaner-sanchez.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Relief pitcher Duaner Sanchez agreed to a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres on Sunday, five days after he was released by the New York Mets.Sanchez was cut by the Mets after failing to regain form following two shoulder operations.The Padres]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA takes step backward in one-sided loss 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/team-usa-takes-step-backward-in-one-sided-loss-1841.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How bad was the USA's lopsided loss to Puerto Rico on Saturday? Gerry Fraley calls it one of the darkest days in team history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA takes step backward in one-sided loss]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/team-usa-takes-step-backward-in-one-sided-loss.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How bad was the USA's lopsided loss to Puerto Rico on Saturday? Gerry Fraley calls it one of the darkest days in team history.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 8, Giants 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-8-giants-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Travis Ishikawa moved a little closer Saturday to becoming San Francisco's starting first baseman.Ishikawa hit his third home run of the spring and went 2-for-3 in the Giants' 8-4 loss to the San Diego Padres."He's done all he can do," Giants manager Bruc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 8, Padres 6]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/indians-8-padres-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jhonny Peralta is ready for the regular season to start.The Cleveland shortstop continued his impressive spring with a two-run single and the Indians beat a San Diego Padres split squad 8-6 on Saturday.Peralta went 1-for-3 and is hitting .565 with two hom]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1836.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1837.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the first time in his 15 seasons as owner of the Padres, John Moores refused to answer questions from the media during a two-day visit to the Padres' camp at Peoria, Ariz. Moores, of course, has an agreement in escrow to sell the Padres to a group l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1838.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1827.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are looking for a starting pitcher. "We'll see what is out there," general manager Kevin Towers said recently, saying the club might be interested in trading for a starter as well as trolling the late-spring waiver wire. There is no question ab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1828.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the first time in his 15 seasons as owner of the Padres, John Moores refused to answer questions from the media during a two-day visit to the Padres' camp at Peoria, Ariz. Moores, of course, has an agreement in escrow to sell the Padres to a group l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1829.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adams playing hard despite uncertainty]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/adams-playing-hard-despite-uncertainty.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Utilityman Russ Adams is for the Blue Jays what Cito Gaston was for the Padres late in his career in San Diego - a veteran player having a strong spring for a club that might not need him long term.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox 15, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/white-sox-15-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Konerko had three hits, including a home run as the Chicago White Sox routed the San Diego Padres 15-4 on Friday.The White Sox first baseman, who has 298 career home runs, went 3-for-4 and finished with three RBIs.Konerko's first RBI came on a second]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fox Sports announces 2009 MLB on FOX schedule]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/fox-sports-announces-2009-mlb-on-fox-schedule.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Game of the Week Begins Saturday, April 11 at New Time: 4 p.m. ET]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 10, Brewers 10(10)]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-10-brewers-10-10-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Suppan threw his complete repertoire of pitches. He had trouble locating all of them.Suppan gave up a towering three-run homer to Kyle Blanks and a two-run double to Emil Brown and the Milwaukee Brewers tied the San Diego Padres 10-10 after 10 inning]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1824.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1825.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie hitting coach Jim Lefebvre has come up with some powerful numbers to detail the Padres' offensive woes last year -- and what the team can do to improve its play at pitcher-friendly Petco Park. "Line drives, hard groundballs," is the answer accordin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1826.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Reineke, who had been considered a longshot rotation candidate, was outrighted to Class AAA Portland. He made one appearance in a Cactus League game, allowing four runs (two earned) in 1 2/3 innings. --The Padres are cutting prices on tickets a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Correia leads Padres to 10-4 victory against Korea]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/correia-leads-padres-to-10-4-victory-against-korea.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Correia is doing his best to land a job in the San Diego Padres' starting rotation.Correia struck out five in four scoreless innings on Wednesday night as the Padres beat South Korea's World Baseball Classic squad.Correia, a non-roster invitee who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1820.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1821.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie hitting coach Jim Lefebvre has come up with some powerful numbers to detail the Padres' offensive woes last year -- and what the team can do to improve its play at pitcher-friendly Petco Park. "Line drives, hard groundballs," is the answer accordin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1822.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres are cutting prices on tickets and concessions for the 2009 season. 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"Line drives, hard groundballs," is the answer accordin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1817.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres are cutting prices on tickets and concessions for the 2009 season. The new concession package includes a 5-for-$5 special that gives a fan a hot dog, peanuts, popcorn, cookie and a soft drink for $5. There will also be an all-you-can-eat sect]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1818.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. 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The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1802.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie hitting coach Jim Lefebvre has come up with some powerful numbers to detail the Padres' offensive woes last year -- and what the team can do to improve its play at pitcher-friendly Petco Park. "Line drives, hard groundballs," is the answer accordin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1803.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres are cutting prices on tickets and concessions for the 2009 season. The new concession package includes a 5-for-$5 special that gives a fan a hot dog, peanuts, popcorn, cookie and a soft drink for $5. 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The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 15, Padres 6]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/athletics-15-padres-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Ellis is focused on staying healthy this spring while he works his way back from offseason right shoulder surgery.He's still getting some nice results at the plate.Ellis hit a three-run double to help the Oakland Athletics beat the San Diego Padres 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1798.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres are cutting prices on tickets and concessions for the 2009 season. The new concession package includes a 5-for-$5 special that gives a fan a hot dog, peanuts, popcorn, cookie and a soft drink for $5. 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It's time to worry, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 4, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rangers-4-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Feldman appears to be a sure bet for a spot in the Texas Rangers' rotation. This time, he pitched as if he deserves it.Feldman retired all six batters he faced in his second spring start, after failing to get out of the second inning of his first on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1794.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1795.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of Mexican League right-hander Walter Silva gives the Padres 34 pitchers in camp, creating some problems. Even with an extended spring training due to the World Baseball Classic, the Padres are going to be strained to give everyone a look. In ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1796.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell was a late addition to the U.S. team heading that will compete in the World Baseball Classic. The announcement came after Twins RHP Joe Nathan and Blue Jays LHP B.J. Ryan both withdrew from the squad. --RHP Trevor Hoffman, who departed th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five things more important than Manny in L.A.]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/five-things-more-important-than-manny-in-l-a-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:55:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now that they got their Manny, Tracy Ringolsby looks at the real issues facing the Dodgers as they try to defend their division title.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1789.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of Mexican League right-hander Walter Silva gives the Padres 34 pitchers in camp, creating some problems. Even with an extended spring training due to the World Baseball Classic, the Padres are going to be strained to give everyone a look. In ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1790.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell was a late addition to the U.S. team heading that will compete in the World Baseball Classic. The announcement came after Twins RHP Joe Nathan and Blue Jays LHP B.J. Ryan both withdrew from the squad. --RHP Trevor Hoffman, who departed th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1791.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 5, Padres 4]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-5-padres-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Young is all the way back from a scary injury and ready to help the San Diego Padres try to bounce back from a 99-loss season.The 6-foot-10 right-hander retired the first five batters before surrendering a solo homer by Mitch Jones, his only blemish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1786.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1787.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of Mexican League right-hander Walter Silva gives the Padres 34 pitchers in camp, creating some problems. Even with an extended spring training due to the World Baseball Classic, the Padres are going to be strained to give everyone a look. In ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1788.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell was a late addition to the U.S. team heading that will compete in the World Baseball Classic. The announcement came after Twins RHP Joe Nathan and Blue Jays LHP B.J. 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In ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego closer Bell added to Team USA]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-closer-bell-added-to-team-usa.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego's Heath Bell, who's taking over for departed closer Trevor Hoffman, was added to the United States' roster for the World Baseball Classic on Monday."It's going to be really cool to have USA on the front of my jersey," Bell said.The right-hander ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 4, Brewers 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-4-brewers-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two spots open in the San Diego Padres' rotation, guys like Josh Geer have something to pitch for this spring.Geer, who missed his last start of the 2008 season due to a sore right elbow, pitched two solid innings in his first spring training start o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 4, Cubs 2]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-4-cubs-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Next up for San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy is a start for the United States in its World Baseball Classic opener against Canada on Saturday.Peavy warmed up for the marquee assignment with three crisp, scoreless innings in a 4-2 win over the Chicago Cubs ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1776.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of Mexican League right-hander Walter Silva gives the Padres 34 pitchers in camp, creating some problems. 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The ad included a p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1772.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 2, Royals 2(10)]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-2-royals-2-10-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Bannister retired all six San Diego batters he faced Saturday in his spring training debut, and the Kansas City Royals and the Padres played to a 2-2 tie after 10 innings.Jose Guillen and Ross Gload homered for the Royals while Adrian Gonzalez and C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black's wrist is blue after getting hit by bat]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/black-s-wrist-is-blue-after-getting-hit-by-bat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moving objects seem to have a way of finding San Diego Padres players and bosses when they least expect them.Manager Bud Black made it onto the unofficial injury report on Saturday, a day after getting hit on the right wrist when catcher Eliezer Alfonzo l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 5, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/indians-5-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Victor Martinez hit two home runs, Fausto Carmona pitched two scoreless innings and the Cleveland Indians beat the San Diego Padres 5-3 Friday.A two-time All-Star catcher, Martinez was limited to 73 games last season because of injuries. 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The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1763.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF David Eckstein signed as a free agent with the Padres partially because San Diego was giving him the opportunity to play second base. But with Luis Rodriguez the leading candidate at shortstop -- and other second basemen available -- Eckstein might ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1764.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he would still prefer to play third base, Chase Headley says he is better prepared this spring to play left field than he was last year. At the moment, Kevin Kouzmanoff remains the Padres' third baseman -- although either he or Headley likely wil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 4, Padres 4(10)]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/mariners-4-padres-4-10-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Hernandez's best move in his spring debut was avoiding a broken bat.Seattle's ace dodged a flying piece of wood on a groundout by Brian Giles to end a quick first inning. Then Hernandez allowed four hits, including a two-run homer by Henry Blanco, i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1757.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he would still prefer to play third base, Chase Headley says he is better prepared this spring to play left field than he was last year. At the moment, Kevin Kouzmanoff remains the Padres' third baseman -- although either he or Headley likely wil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1758.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF David Eckstein signed as a free agent with the Padres partially because San Diego was giving him the opportunity to play second base. But with Luis Rodriguez the leading candidate at shortstop -- and other second basemen available -- Eckstein might ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1759.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy gets farther from unsettled winter, Pads win]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-gets-farther-from-unsettled-winter-pads-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Boy, is Jake Peavy glad the winter is over.The ace of both the Padres and the United States team in the upcoming World Baseball Classic breezed through a scoreless frame to start the Padres' 4-3 exhibition victory in 10 innings over the Seattle Mariners o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckstein a hit right off the bat ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/eckstein-a-hit-right-off-the-bat-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Eckstein never played in the major leagues. He never played in the minor leagues. The pinnacle of his playing career came in 1996, when he got 75 at-bats at the University of Florida.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1754.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF David Eckstein signed as a free agent with the Padres partially because San Diego was giving him the opportunity to play second base. But with Luis Rodriguez the leading candidate at shortstop -- and other second basemen available -- Eckstein might ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1755.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1756.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he would still prefer to play third base, Chase Headley says he is better prepared this spring to play left field than he was last year. At the moment, Kevin Kouzmanoff remains the Padres' third baseman -- although either he or Headley likely wil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1750.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF David Eckstein signed as a free agent with the Padres partially because San Diego was giving him the opportunity to play second base. But with Luis Rodriguez the leading candidate at shortstop -- and other second basemen available -- Eckstein might ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1751.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1752.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he would still prefer to play third base, Chase Headley says he is better prepared this spring to play left field than he was last year. 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But with Luis Rodriguez the leading candidate at shortstop -- and other second basemen available -- Eckstein might ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1740.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:55:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. 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He just wasn't ready to quit baseball altogether.The four-time Cy Young Award winner rejoined the San Diego Padres on Wednesday as a spring training instructor. 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The outfielder pla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1729.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. But two spots in the rotation and most of the bullpen are wide-open battles. The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1730.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he has had two major rounds of shoulder surgery since he last pitched in 2006, Mark Prior says he is "cautiously optimistic" his second attempt at a comeback with his hometown San Diego Padres will be successful. 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Prior reported to Peoria, Ariz., ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1725.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres officially ended one of the more controversial -- plus embarrassing -- chapters in franchise history on Feb. 10 when they traded Matt Bush, the first overall pick in the 2004 draft, to Toronto for a player to be named or cash considerations. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maddux returns as spring training instructor]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/maddux-returns-as-spring-training-instructor.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Maddux just can't stay away from spring training.Maddux, who retired in December after winning 355 games and 18 Gold Gloves during a 23-year career, has agreed to become a spring training instructor for the San Diego Padres. He's scheduled to arrive ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bell credits Wii Fit for helping his lose weight]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bell-credits-wii-fit-for-helping-his-lose-weight.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego Padres reliever Heath Bell was initially bothered by comments from, of all things, a video game console.But now the heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman credits his Nintendo Wii Fit game for helping him lose 25 pounds. Bell, who has been given the fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1720.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. 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Prior reported to Peoria, Ariz., ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1722.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres officially ended one of the more controversial -- plus embarrassing -- chapters in franchise history on Feb. 10 when they traded Matt Bush, the first overall pick in the 2004 draft, to Toronto for a player to be named or cash considerations. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy happy to stay with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-happy-to-stay-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Surrounded by trade speculation much of the offseason, San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy was surprised to find himself addressing the San Diego media Saturday morning.Speaking with reporters for the first time since the end of the 2008 season, the 2007 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League preview capsules ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/american-league-preview-capsules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL East]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1715.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres probably won't have many battles for positions this spring -- providing 3B Kevin Kouzmanoff (shoulder surgery) and CF Jody Gerut (finger) are healthy. 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The Padres are s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hapless Texas Rangers Turn to their Farm System ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-hapless-texas-rangers-turn-to-their-farm-system-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a cold Thursday night in mid-January, and two police SUVs pull up in front of an Academy Sports and Outdoors store in North Richland Hills, an otherwise peaceful community between Dallas and Fort Worth. 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And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1680.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. 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And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1674.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. 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A new ownership group likely won't change the odds that Jake Peavy will be dealt, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moorad reaches agreement to buy Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/moorad-reaches-agreement-to-buy-padres.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former agent Jeff Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores, a move that could help prop up the team's sagging on-field fortunes.Moorad, who resigned last month as chief executive officer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moorad reaches deal to buy Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/moorad-reaches-deal-to-buy-padres.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In a move that could prop up the team's sagging on-field fortunes, former agent Jeff Moorad reached an agreement Tuesday for his group to buy the San Diego Padres from majority owner John Moores.Moorad, who resigned last month as chief executive officer o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1669.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. 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And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1664.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. 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And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1661.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. Mazatlan will be playing the c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1662.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1657.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Could the downturn in the economy actually pay dividends for the Padres? With two weeks to go to until the opening of spring training, almost 100 free agents remained unsigned. And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1658.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. Mazatlan will be playing the c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1659.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1654.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1655.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Could the downturn in the economy actually pay dividends for the Padres? With two weeks to go to until the opening of spring training, almost 100 free agents remained unsigned. And two of them -- left-handed hitter Cliff Floyd and right-handed pitcher Liv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1656.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Brothers Adrian and Edgar Gonzalez are facing a busy schedule even before the 2009 season begins. From Feb. 2-7, the brothers will be playing for Mexican Winter League champion Mazatlan in the Caribbean Series in Mexicali. Mazatlan will be playing the c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1651.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. But Padres general manager Kevin Towers was admittedly happy Jan. 21 when he announced the signing of 37-year-old Henry Blanco to a one-year contract at $750,000. "What Henry does]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1652.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell, the Padres' heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman as closer, avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a $1,255,000 contract for 2009. As soon as he reached an agreement with Bell for 2009, Padres GM Kevin Towers said the club was already expl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1653.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abreu too good to last this long on free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/abreu-too-good-to-last-this-long-on-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Abreu is way too good to be dangling on the free-agent market. Ken Rosenthal explores why that is, and where he might go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1646.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. But Padres general manager Kevin Towers was admittedly happy Jan. 21 when he announced the signing of 37-year-old Henry Blanco to a one-year contract at $750,000. "What Henry does]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1647.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell, the Padres' heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman as closer, avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a $1,255,000 contract for 2009. As soon as he reached an agreement with Bell for 2009, Padres GM Kevin Towers said the club was already expl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1648.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers have even clearer path to sign Wolf]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/dodgers-have-even-clearer-path-to-sign-wolf.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The pitching dominos might be starting to fall. So is Randy Wolf next? Our Ken Rosenthal went straight to the source for answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Heilman in trade with Mariners]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-land-heilman-in-trade-with-mariners.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, unsure of whether they will land Padres right-hander Jake Peavy, made a separate move Wednesday to bolster their pitching depth, acquiring right-hander Aaron Heilman from the Mariners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1642.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. But Padres general manager Kevin Towers was admittedly happy Jan. 21 when he announced the signing of 37-year-old Henry Blanco to a one-year contract at $750,000. "What Henry does]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1643.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell, the Padres' heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman as closer, avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a $1,255,000 contract for 2009. 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As soon as he reached an agreement with Bell for 2009, Padres GM Kevin Towers said the club was already expl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1638.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:55:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. But Padres general manager Kevin Towers was admittedly happy Jan. 21 when he announced the signing of 37-year-old Henry Blanco to a one-year contract at $750,000. "What Henry does]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1633.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1634.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Heath Bell, the Padres' heir apparent to Trevor Hoffman as closer, avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a $1,255,000 contract for 2009. As soon as he reached an agreement with Bell for 2009, Padres GM Kevin Towers said the club was already expl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1635.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:55:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. But Padres general manager Kevin Towers was admittedly happy Jan. 21 when he announced the signing of 37-year-old Henry Blanco to a one-year contract at $750,000. "What Henry does]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1628.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1629.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Backup catchers usually aren't the source of excitement inside a franchise. 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Prior ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1610.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1611.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of David Eckstein could lead to a scramble for infield spots in San Diego. 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Prior ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't be foolish, the Yankees aren't done yet]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/don-t-be-foolish-the-yankees-aren-t-done-yet.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks have had a nice offseason haul, and they're not finished. Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heath Bell, Padres agree to 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/heath-bell-padres-agree-to-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heath Bell, who will replace Trevor Hoffman as the San Diego Padres' closer, avoided salary arbitration Tuesday when he agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,255,000.Bell became San Diego's closer when Hoffman, baseball's career saves leader, agreed to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bell, Padres agree to one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bell-padres-agree-to-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heath Bell, who will replace Trevor Hoffman as the San Diego Padres' closer, avoided arbitration Tuesday when he agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,255,000.Bell became San Diego's closer when Hoffman, baseball's career saves leader, agreed to a $6 mil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pie no longer Cubs¿ prospect ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pie-no-longer-cubs¿-prospect-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another highly touted center fielder, another trade to Baltimore.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1606.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mark Prior, 28, who missed all of the 2008 season and had a second round of shoulder surgery, has accepted a minor league contract with the Padres that includes a $1 million guaranteed salary for 2009 only if he makes the major league roster. Prior ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1607.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1608.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of David Eckstein could lead to a scramble for infield spots in San Diego. The second base position was unsettled last season, and since trading Khalil Greene to St. Louis in December, the Padres had also been without a shortstop. All general ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's have tough choices; Dodgers primed to pounce]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/o-s-have-tough-choices-dodgers-primed-to-pounce.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The O's shot themselves in the foot (again), the Cubs are holding tight and the Dodgers are ready to pounce. Ken Rosenthal has it all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Pie era fizzles out]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-pie-era-fizzles-out.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs waved goodbye Sunday to another center fielder of the future, trading Felix Pie to Baltimore for two young pitchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1602.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of David Eckstein could lead to a scramble for infield spots in San Diego. The second base position was unsettled last season, and since trading Khalil Greene to St. Louis in December, the Padres had also been without a shortstop. All general ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1603.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mark Prior, 28, who missed all of the 2008 season and had a second round of shoulder surgery, has accepted a minor league contract with the Padres that includes a $1 million guaranteed salary for 2009 only if he makes the major league roster. Prior ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1604.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1600.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:20:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of David Eckstein could lead to a scramble for infield spots in San Diego. The second base position was unsettled last season, and since trading Khalil Greene to St. Louis in December, the Padres had also been without a shortstop. All general ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale gaining speed]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sale-gaining-speed.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs Chairman Crane Kenney said the process of selling the team should be completed by Opening Day, reiterating what he told Commissioner Bud Selig and major league owners during this week's owners' meetings in Arizona.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1595.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of David Eckstein could lead to a scramble for infield spots in San Diego. The second base position was unsettled last season, and since trading Khalil Greene to St. Louis in December, the Padres had also been without a shortstop. All general ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1596.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mark Prior, 28, who missed all of the 2008 season and had a second round of shoulder surgery, has accepted a minor league contract with the Padres that includes a $1 million guaranteed salary for 2009 only if he makes the major league roster. Prior ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1597.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers interested in Vizquel as backup]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-rangers-interested-in-vizquel-as-backup.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent shortstop Omar Vizquel, snubbed by the Padres, suddenly is looking at another option.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Dallas Morning News Kevin Sherrington column: Texas Rangers can repair rift with Michael Young ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-dallas-morning-news-kevin-sherrington-column-texas-rangers-can-repair-rift-with-michael-young-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 14--Michael Young's demand to be traded after theTexasRangers told him he'd be moving to his right prompted several reactions, not the least of which was this:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Texas, Gil LeBreton column: Ryan has no ax to grind when it comes to Daniels ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/fort-worth-star-telegram-texas-gil-lebreton-column-ryan-has-no-ax-to-grind-when-it-comes-to-daniels-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 16--It apparently will surprise some people, but Nolan Ryan does not report for work at Rangers Ballpark each day with his hangin' rope poised and his six-shooters ready to fire.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1588.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1589.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF David Eckstein and the Padres agreed to a one-year contract, and he is expected to take over as the team's second baseman. Terms were not announced. He began last season in Toronto, then was traded to Arizona, and he compiled a combined .265 average]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1590.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckstein, Padres agree to 1-year contract]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/eckstein-padres-agree-to-1-year-contract.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Eckstein figured it was an even swap, taking a huge pay cut for the chance to play second base with the San Diego Padres.Eckstein, the scrappy infielder who's good at getting on base, agreed to an $850,000, one-year contract with the Padres on Thurs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pads OK deal with Eckstein; Vizquel out?]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pads-ok-deal-with-eckstein-vizquel-out-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The cash-strapped Padres and free agent David Eckstein have agreed to a one-year deal to play second base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFSHOT DATESSomething local goes here xyxy xyxyx xyxyxyx ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/today-s-top-sports-briefshot-datessomething-local-goes-here-xyxy-xyxyx-xyxyxyx-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MISCELLANEOUS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RICKEY RUNS IN]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/rickey-runs-in.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his younger days, Rickey Henderson used to say he could play until he's 50. Well, he's 50. And guess what?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS NOTES  Hoffman deal official ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/brewers-notes-hoffman-deal-official-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-time saves leader Trevor Hoffman passed his physical examination Tuesday in California and officially joined the roster of theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prior agrees to minor league deal with Padres 2009-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/prior-agrees-to-minor-league-deal-with-padres-1586.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.Prior signed with the Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prior signs minor league deal with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/prior-signs-minor-league-deal-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.Prior signed with the Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lackey could be next year's offseason gem]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/lackey-could-be-next-year-s-offseason-gem.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking for next year's prized free-agent arm? Ken Rosenthal says it's going to be John Lackey unless the Angels get busy soon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prior agrees to minor league deal with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/prior-agrees-to-minor-league-deal-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Mark Prior, who has missed more than two full seasons because of shoulder problems, and infielder Chris Burke agreed to minor league contracts with the San Diego Padres on Tuesday and were invited to spring training.Prior signed with the Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1581.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1582.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Scott Hairston, 28, avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract with the Padres for $1.25 million. Hairston hit .248 with 17 homers in 326 at-bats with the Padres last season. Nine of the right-handed hitter's homers came at Petco Park. Hairst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1583.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1573.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1574.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Scott Hairston, 28, avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract with the Padres for $1.25 million. Hairston hit .248 with 17 homers in 326 at-bats with the Padres last season. Nine of the right-handed hitter's homers came at Petco Park. Hairst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1575.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milt Men]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/milt-men.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley has been described as temperamental, immature, moody and angry. But when he arrived in town last week, Bradley declared that he just wants to be loved. He'll get that chance at Wrigley Field, where the world's most loyal Baseball fans will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres claim RHP Vasquez from Boston 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-claim-rhp-vasquez-from-boston-1577.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday.Vasquez had been claimed off waivers by Boston from Detroit on Oct. 28. He went 12-12 with a 4.81 ERA in 27 starts for the Tigers' Triple-A Toledo affil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres claim RHP Vasquez from Boston 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-claim-rhp-vasquez-from-boston-1569.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday.Vasquez had been claimed off waivers by Boston from Detroit on Oct. 28. He went 12-12 with a 4.81 ERA in 27 starts for the Tigers' Triple-A Toledo affil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1570.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Scott Hairston, 28, avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract with the Padres for $1.25 million. Hairston hit .248 with 17 homers in 326 at-bats with the Padres last season. Nine of the right-handed hitter's homers came at Petco Park. Hairst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1571.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1572.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Braves on verge of deal with Kawakami]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-braves-on-verge-of-deal-with-kawakami.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves, finally scoring a victory in a tumultuous offseason, are on the verge of reaching agreement with Japanese right-hander Kenshin Kawakami on a three-year free-agent contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres claim RHP Vasquez from Boston 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-claim-rhp-vasquez-from-boston-1564.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday.Vasquez had been claimed off waivers by Boston from Detroit on Oct. 28. He went 12-12 with a 4.81 ERA in 27 starts for the Tigers' Triple-A Toledo affil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1565.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Scott Hairston, 28, avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract with the Padres for $1.25 million. Hairston hit .248 with 17 homers in 326 at-bats with the Padres last season. Nine of the right-handed hitter's homers came at Petco Park. Hairst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1566.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1567.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres claim RHP Vasquez from Boston 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-claim-rhp-vasquez-from-boston-1568.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday.Vasquez had been claimed off waivers by Boston from Detroit on Oct. 28. He went 12-12 with a 4.81 ERA in 27 starts for the Tigers' Triple-A Toledo affil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MICHAEL HUNT  IN MY OPINION  Risk doesn't jeopardize the future ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/michael-hunt-in-my-opinion-risk-doesn-t-jeopardize-the-future-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If you're aMilwaukeeBrewers fan, you don't care about the team's cautious risk-management policy as it applies to free agency.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TAKE FIVE: TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFStake twoSomething local goes here xyxy xyxyx xyxyxyx ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/take-five-today-s-top-sports-briefstake-twosomething-local-goes-here-xyxy-xyxyx-xyxyxyx-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GENERAL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1556.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Scott Hairston, 28, avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract with the Padres for $1.25 million. Hairston hit .248 with 17 homers in 326 at-bats with the Padres last season. Nine of the right-handed hitter's homers came at Petco Park. Hairst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1557.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is in the process of selling the team to a group led by former agent Jeff Moorad. The rebuilding process st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1558.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 1994, the Padres have a spot to fill at the back end of their bullpen. And the pitcher expected to replace all-time saves leader as the Padres closer is 31-year-old Heath Bell. "I'm glad to get the opportunity," Bell said Jan. 8 a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Pirates pitcher Dave Roberts dies at 64 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/former-pirates-pitcher-dave-roberts-dies-at-64-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MORGANTOWN, W.Va. -- Dave Roberts, a left-handed pitcher who played for the 1979 World Series championPittsburghPirates during a 13-year career in the majors, died of lung cancer Friday. He was 64.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres claim RHP Vasquez from Boston]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-claim-rhp-vasquez-from-boston.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Padres claimed right-hander Virgil Vasquez off waivers from the Boston Red Sox on Friday.Vasquez had been claimed off waivers by Boston from Detroit on Oct. 28. He went 12-12 with a 4.81 ERA in 27 starts for the Tigers' Triple-A Toledo affil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Closing time  Brewers, reliever agree to one-year deal ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/closing-time-brewers-reliever-agree-to-one-year-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every player likes being wanted, even Baseball's all-time saves leader, a sure-fire Hall of Famer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trading Fielder could help Brewers acquire pitching]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/trading-fielder-could-help-brewers-acquire-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After signing Trevor Hoffman, the Brewers are looking for another arm. Ken Rosenthal thinks trading Prince Fielder is a possibility.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Cubs owner could rescue Peavy ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/new-cubs-owner-could-rescue-peavy-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two things haven?t changed in the weeks and months since it said here that Jake Peavy wanted to pitch for the Cubs, and that the leader in the race to buy the team was Tom Ricketts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres, Scott Hairston agree to $1.25M deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-scott-hairston-agree-to-1-25m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Hairston and the San Diego Padres avoided arbitration, agreeing Thursday to a $1.25 million, one-year contract.Hairston, San Diego's opening-day center fielder in 2008, hit .248 in a career-high 112 games. His 17 home runs and 42 runs scored were ca]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Brewers land Hoffman for 1 year, $6M]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-brewers-land-hoffman-for-1-year-6m.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trevor Hoffman's preference was to remain on the West Coast. Instead he's headed to the Midwest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1552.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Would Jeff Moorad's purchase of the Padres come soon enough to salvage the 2009 season? With embattled team owner John Moores tightening purse strings during the club's pending sale stemming from a messy divorce from wife Becky, the Padres' player budget ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1553.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Luis Rodriguez looks to be a front-runner to land a job at second base or shortstop, although the Padres are talking to veteran free agents at both positions. Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1554.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. Immediately after the end of the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Moving parts' cloud Peavy deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/-moving-parts-cloud-peavy-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Recent Cubs trades may have positioned the team for another run at San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy. But acquiring the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner may hinge on new ownership for both franchises.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs w ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-general-manager-jim-hendry-refused-to-call-it-a-salary-dump-but-the-cubs-w-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs wound up saving a few bucks Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1542.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Would Jeff Moorad's purchase of the Padres come soon enough to salvage the 2009 season? With embattled team owner John Moores tightening purse strings during the club's pending sale stemming from a messy divorce from wife Becky, the Padres' player budget ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1543.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Luis Rodriguez looks to be a front-runner to land a job at second base or shortstop, although the Padres are talking to veteran free agents at both positions. Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1544.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. Immediately after the end of the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Hoffman appears headed to Milwaukee]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-hoffman-appears-headed-to-milwaukee.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trevor Hoffman's preference was to remain on the West Coast. Instead he appears headed to the Midwest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waiting for closure  Brewers, Dodgers contend for Hoffman ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/waiting-for-closure-brewers-dodgers-contend-for-hoffman-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheMilwaukeeBrewers can't fight geography, especially the kind of West Coast geography that players often prefer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quick Hits ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/quick-hits-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IT'S TIME FOR ... THE LEADOFF MAN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Searching for No. 5]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/searching-for-no-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Jason Marquis officially traded, the Cubs' new fifth starter will be ... Candidate X.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley brings game to Cubs 3-year deal for left-handed-hitting outfielder ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/bradley-brings-game-to-cubs-3-year-deal-for-left-handed-hitting-outfielder-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This figures to be a busy week for the Cubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1536.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Luis Rodriguez looks to be a front-runner to land a job at second base or shortstop, although the Padres are talking to veteran free agents at both positions. Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1537.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1538.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Would Jeff Moorad's purchase of the Padres come soon enough to salvage the 2009 season? 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Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1530.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. Immediately after the end of the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1531.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Would Jeff Moorad's purchase of the Padres come soon enough to salvage the 2009 season? 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With embattled team owner John Moores tightening purse strings during the club's pending sale stemming from a messy divorce from wife Becky, the Padres' player budget ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1527.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Luis Rodriguez looks to be a front-runner to land a job at second base or shortstop, although the Padres are talking to veteran free agents at both positions. Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1528.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. Immediately after the end of the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1523.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Would Jeff Moorad's purchase of the Padres come soon enough to salvage the 2009 season? 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Rodriguez, who took over for injured SS Khalil Greene last season, hit .287 in 64 games wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1521.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. 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Olvera claims, in a $10 million suit filed against the Padres right fielder, that Giles physically and mentall]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1516.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Jody Gerut agreed to a $1.775 million contract with the Padres for 2009. Gerut, 31, who hit .296 with 15 homers and 43 RBI in 100 games last season and was eligible for arbitration, was the Padres' regular center fielder until he suffered a finger in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1517.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. 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Olvera claims, in a $10 million suit filed against the Padres right fielder, that Giles physically and mentall]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1512.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:56:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres are trying to rebound from a 99-loss season while dealing with a payroll ceiling of around $40 million set by an owner, John Moores, who is trying to sell the club. The rebuilding process began by subtraction. 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Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1498.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Giles issued a statement through his attorney Dec. 23 "categorically" denying the allegations made by his former girlfriend, Cheri Olvera. Olvera claims, in a $10 million suit filed against the Padres right fielder, that Giles physically and mentall]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1499.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Jody Gerut agreed to a $1.775 million contract with the Padres for 2009. 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He also hit .308 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1453.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1443.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Jody Gerut avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $1,775,000 contract. 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First, John Moores confirmed that the Padres are for sale. Days later, right fielder Brian Giles was hit with a $10 million suit by a former girlfriend who alleges he battered her and caused her to s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/index-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrik Elias (EH'-lee-ash) and Zach Parise (pah-REE'-say) each had four-point nights to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. Elias led the way with two goals and two assists, while Parise had four helpers. Jarkko Ruutu (YAR'-k]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gerut agrees to $1.8M deal with Padres 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/gerut-agrees-to-1-8m-deal-with-padres-1447.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Jody Gerut agreed Friday with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract worth $1,775,000.The 31-year-old hit .296 with 14 homers and 43 RBIs in 100 games for the Padres last season - his first in the big leagues since 2005. He also hit .308 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1448.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gerut agrees to $1,775,000 deal with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/gerut-agrees-to-1-775-000-deal-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Jody Gerut agreed Friday with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract worth $1,775,000.The 31-year-old hit .296 with 14 homers and 43 RBIs in 100 games for the Padres last season - his first in the big leagues since 2005. He also hit .308 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gerut agrees to $1.8M deal with Padres]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/gerut-agrees-to-1-8m-deal-with-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Jody Gerut agreed Friday with the San Diego Padres on a one-year contract worth $1,775,000.The 31-year-old hit .296 with 14 homers and 43 RBIs in 100 games for the Padres last season - his first in the big leagues since 2005. He also hit .308 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1439.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Padres CEO Sandy Alderson reacted a day after RF Brian Giles was sued for $10 million by former girlfriend Cheri Olvera. Said Alderson: "The Padres have recently learned of a lawsuit filed against Brian Giles by his former girlfriend alleging, among oth]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1440.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1441.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The news regarding the Padres seems to get worse daily. First, John Moores confirmed that the Padres are for sale. Days later, right fielder Brian Giles was hit with a $10 million suit by a former girlfriend who alleges he battered her and caused her to s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1442.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1431.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Padres CEO Sandy Alderson reacted a day after RF Brian Giles was sued for $10 million by former girlfriend Cheri Olvera. Said Alderson: "The Padres have recently learned of a lawsuit filed against Brian Giles by his former girlfriend alleging, among oth]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1432.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1433.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The news regarding the Padres seems to get worse daily. First, John Moores confirmed that the Padres are for sale. Days later, right fielder Brian Giles was hit with a $10 million suit by a former girlfriend who alleges he battered her and caused her to s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it?]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's even worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Braves have money to burn ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/atlanta-braves-have-money-to-burn-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of Los Angeles Dodgers free agent Rafael Furcal was always a long shot for theTorontoBlueJays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Furcal 'swinging back toward Dodgers' 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/agent-furcal-swinging-back-toward-dodgers--1436.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A day after saying the Braves were "the favorites" to land his client's services, Rafael Furcal's agent told reporters on Wednesday that things are "swinging back toward Dodgers, probably."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Furcal's return to Atlanta leaves Jays feeling blue ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/furcal-s-return-to-atlanta-leaves-jays-feeling-blue-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luring free agent shortstop Rafael Furcal to Toronto was always a long shot for the Blue Jays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park Chan-ho Signs With Phillies ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/park-chan-ho-signs-with-phillies-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Staff Reporter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Furcal 'swinging back toward Dodgers']]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/agent-furcal-swinging-back-toward-dodgers-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A day after saying the Braves were "the favorites" to land his client's services, Rafael Furcal's agent told reporters on Wednesday that things are "swinging back toward Dodgers, probably."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres outfielder Giles sued by ex-girlfriend]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/padres-outfielder-giles-sued-by-ex-girlfriend.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.The lawsuit was filed in San Diego Superior Court on Dec. 5 and reported T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1427.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? 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He becomes a free agent after finishing 1-2 with a 5.31 ERA in 32 games (one start) this year.  --RHP Charlie Haeger, hit hard in four appearances for the Padres th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1429.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giles sued by ex-girlfriend for more than $10M 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giles-sued-by-ex-girlfriend-for-more-than-10m-1430.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.The lawsuit was filed in San Diego Superior Court on Dec. 5 and reported T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1417.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? The reactions were mixed Dec. 11 when the Cubs told the Padres that they were withdrawing from trade talks regarding Jake Peavy. Actually, no one knows exactly what this means. Peavy is still a Padre, for at least the moment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1418.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Clay Hensley, who had been eligible for arbitration, was non-tendered by the Padres. He becomes a free agent after finishing 1-2 with a 5.31 ERA in 32 games (one start) this year.  --RHP Charlie Haeger, hit hard in four appearances for the Padres th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1419.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giles sued by ex-girlfriend for more than $10M]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giles-sued-by-ex-girlfriend-for-more-than-10m.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.The lawsuit was filed in San Diego Superior Court on Dec. 5 and reported T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: No Furcal deal yet, Braves are 'favorites']]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-no-furcal-deal-yet-braves-are-favorites-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves are on the verge of scoring a major offseason upset &#151; the luring of free-agent shortstop Rafael Furcal back to Atlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pads owner hires Goldman Sachs to help with sale]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/pads-owner-hires-goldman-sachs-to-help-with-sale.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres owner John Moores has hired Goldman Sachs to search for a potential buyer as he goes through a divorce from his wife, Becky."Goldman will look at offers and make recommendations," Moores said in an e-mail Monday to The Associated Press. "I have bee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1413.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? The reactions were mixed Dec. 11 when the Cubs told the Padres that they were withdrawing from trade talks regarding Jake Peavy. Actually, no one knows exactly what this means. Peavy is still a Padre, for at least the moment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1414.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Clay Hensley, who had been eligible for arbitration, was non-tendered by the Padres. He becomes a free agent after finishing 1-2 with a 5.31 ERA in 32 games (one start) this year.  --RHP Charlie Haeger, hit hard in four appearances for the Padres th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1415.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOT STOVE RUMOR MILL ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/hot-stove-rumor-mill-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fighting words]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy trade is far from dead ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-trade-is-far-from-dead-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A proposed trade with the Cubs for Padres pitcher Jake Peavy fell through this week during Baseball's winter meetings in Las Vegas. Peavy's agent, however, is confident trade talks could heat up again this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Bradley look to deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-bradley-look-to-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed arbitration-eligible pitchers Chad Gaudin and Neal Cotts and center fielder Reed Johnson to one-year deals Friday while stepping up their pursuit of free agent outfielder Milton Bradley.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1409.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? The reactions were mixed Dec. 11 when the Cubs told the Padres that they were withdrawing from trade talks regarding Jake Peavy. Actually, no one knows exactly what this means. Peavy is still a Padre, for at least the moment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1410.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If RHP Jake Peavy can't be traded, where does it leave RHP Trevor Hoffman? As the Padres-Cubs talks regarding Peavy neared completion on the first two days of the winter meetings, Padres officials let it be known that there might be money available to r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1411.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees have ace high, Mets flush  2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/yankees-have-ace-high-mets-flush--1412.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gather thousands of Baseball executives, player agents and reporters under one roof for four days, and big news is sure to happen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves still want pitching after losing out on Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/braves-still-want-pitching-after-losing-out-on-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves, after losing out on Burnett, might trade for a starting pitcher, but not necessarily Padres right-hander Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1401.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? The reactions were mixed Dec. 11 when the Cubs told the Padres that they were withdrawing from trade talks regarding Jake Peavy. Actually, no one knows exactly what this means. Peavy is still a Padre, for at least the moment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1402.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If RHP Jake Peavy can't be traded, where does it leave RHP Trevor Hoffman? 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That's the final question that had to be asked Thursday as Ken Williams boarded ''Air Jerry'' and took the private jet back to Phoenix with White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy just wasn't a necessity]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-just-wasn-t-a-necessity.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry walked out of the Bellagio on Thursday essentially empty-handed. No big left-handed bat. No new leadoff hitter. No Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy price too high]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-price-too-high.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So Kevin Towers was telling the truth. He really wasn't going to give Jake Peavy to the Cubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Without DeRosa deal, Phillies consider Ibanez ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/without-derosa-deal-phillies-consider-ibanez-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - The much-discussed trade that would have brought infielder/outfielder Mark DeRosa to the Phillies fell apart as the winter meetings broke up yesterday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1393.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Was it good news or bad news? The reactions were mixed Dec. 11 when the Cubs told the Padres that they were withdrawing from trade talks regarding Jake Peavy. Actually, no one knows exactly what this means. Peavy is still a Padre, for at least the moment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1394.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If RHP Jake Peavy can't be traded, where does it leave RHP Trevor Hoffman? As the Padres-Cubs talks regarding Peavy neared completion on the first two days of the winter meetings, Padres officials let it be known that there might be money available to r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1395.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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There couldn?t have been a starker contrast.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy, lefty bat not out of reach]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/peavy-lefty-bat-not-out-of-reach.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It isn't easy being Jim Hendry, but it's sure fun to try.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1387.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With SS Khalil Greene going to the Cardinals, who plays short for the Padres? The position might be the weakest in the Padres' farm system. When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1388.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1389.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday MLB winter meetings blog 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/tuesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog-1390.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LA? NYC? SF? CC Sabathia has plenty of suitors. Ken Rosenthal and our MLB crew have the latest updates from winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1381.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With SS Khalil Greene going to the Cardinals, who plays short for the Padres? The position might be the weakest in the Padres' farm system. When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1382.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1383.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs say they're not close on Peavy deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-say-they-re-not-close-on-peavy-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs maintain that they are "not even close" to a trade for Padres right-hander Jake Peavy and continue to mull a run at free-agent lefty Randy Johnson if the price for Peavy proves too steep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday MLB winter meetings blog]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/tuesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LA? NYC? SF? CC Sabathia has plenty of suitors. Ken Rosenthal and our MLB crew have the latest updates from winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['ARGUABLY THE GREATEST PITCHER OF OUR GENERATION']]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/-arguably-the-greatest-pitcher-of-our-generation-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas --- He walked and talked in the most unassuming manner, acting as if he were just any old Greg. But the common-man demeanor stood in sharp contrast to the sheer brilliance and precision Greg Maddux produced on a pitching mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Phils approach Pads about Peavy]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-phils-approach-pads-about-peavy.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At least two teams have expressed interest in Jake Peavy at the winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vegas nuggets: Padres consider keeping Peavy ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/vegas-nuggets-padres-consider-keeping-peavy-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres general manager Kevin Towers said yesterday that if he doesn't find a new employer soon for ace Jake Peavy, he might commit to keeping Peavy until the start of the 2009 season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards shift focus to free agent arms Pursuit of Peavy is off table as club considers shorter-term pitchers. ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cards-shift-focus-to-free-agent-arms-pursuit-of-peavy-is-off-table-as-club-considers-shorter-term-pitchers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - After briefly considering a dive into trade discussions for San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, the Cardinals have instead embraced a seismic shift in their pursuit of a pitching makeover.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greene's a victim of his lofty ambitions ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/greene-s-a-victim-of-his-lofty-ambitions-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Perfection has eluded Khalil Greene. So, it seems, has joy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett-1380.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WINTER MEETINGS: Set to make their pitch ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/winter-meetings-set-to-make-their-pitch-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Cashman and Omar Minaya will arrive in Las Vegas today, just about five weeks after they arrived in Dana Point, Calif., for the general managers' meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' wish list starts with left-handed bat]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-wish-list-starts-with-left-handed-bat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only clue Jim Hendry has revealed about his Las Vegas game plan is the well-known fact that the Cubs are searching for a left-handed hitter, preferably for right field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1372.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1374.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1364.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1366.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC, Burnett in no hurry to make decisions 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cc-burnett-in-no-hurry-to-make-decisions-1367.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett are accepting all offers. But when will they actually sign? Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too-1368.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1358.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1360.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC, Burnett in no hurry to make decisions 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cc-burnett-in-no-hurry-to-make-decisions-1361.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett are accepting all offers. But when will they actually sign? 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When Luis Rodriguez and Sean Kazmar were promoted to the Padres last August to replace the injured Greene, Class ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1353.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading shortstop Khalil Greene to St. Louis and dumping $6.5 million in salary was a big help to the Padres' stressed 2009 budget. But does the Greene trade ease the financial burden enough for the team to retain right-handed pitcher Jake Peavy? Greene, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC, Burnett in no hurry to make decisions]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cc-burnett-in-no-hurry-to-make-decisions.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett are accepting all offers. But when will they actually sign? Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox might have plans for Dye]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sox-might-have-plans-for-dye.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paging Jermaine Dye, paging Jermaine Dye ... Mr. Dye, please cancel your spring-training reservations with the White Sox and hold for your impending reassignment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Giants, Renteria reach 2-year, $18.5M deal]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/source-giants-renteria-reach-2-year-18-5m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Giants have reached agreement with free-agent shortstop Edgar Renteria on a two-year, $18.5 million contract, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1344.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Justin Germano signed with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, according to a report in Japan's Daily Yomiuri. Germano, 26, made 12 appearances (six starts) for the Padres this year, going 0-3 with a 5.98 ERA. In parts of four big-league seasons with San Di]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1345.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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What took so long?]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/welcome-to-the-hall-rickey-what-took-so-long-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rickey Henderson played a few years too long, but Tracy Ringolsby says that won't stop him from being a Hall of Fame shoo-in.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vazquez on his way to Braves ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/vazquez-on-his-way-to-braves-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He ain't Jake Peavy, but it's a start(er).]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The TinCaps show off their four uniforms for the 2009 season ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/the-tincaps-show-off-their-four-uniforms-for-the-2009-season-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dec. 3--Fort Wayne's minor-league Baseball franchise added another piece to its evolving identity this offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's lose Van Burkleo to Seattle ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/a-s-lose-van-burkleo-to-seattle-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEATTLE -- TheSeattleMariners have hired A's hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo as bench coach.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOTALLY RANDOM]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/totally-random.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although it seemed as if he would never stay retired long enough to make it happen, Rickey Henderson made the 2009 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, it was announced Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1341.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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Although a final number hasn't been established, the Padres' payroll next season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1343.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Justin Germano signed with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, according to a report in Japan's Daily Yomiuri. Germano, 26, made 12 appearances (six starts) for the Padres this year, going 0-3 with a 5.98 ERA. In parts of four big-league seasons with San Di]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1336.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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Economics say that isn't so. Although a final number hasn't been established, the Padres' payroll next season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1333.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Justin Germano signed with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, according to a report in Japan's Daily Yomiuri. Germano, 26, made 12 appearances (six starts) for the Padres this year, going 0-3 with a 5.98 ERA. In parts of four big-league seasons with San Di]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1334.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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Jeff Moore looks back on some recent dandies.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1329.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:56:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Because nothing has happened so far, some Padres fans are beginning to think Jake Peavy will be the Padres' Opening Day starter come next April. Economics say that isn't so. Although a final number hasn't been established, the Padres' payroll next season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1330.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:56:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Trevor Hoffman is unlikely to sign with anyone until after the Dec. 1 deadline for teams to offer players arbitration. 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Although a final number hasn't been established, the Padres' payroll next season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1325.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Trevor Hoffman is unlikely to sign with anyone until after the Dec. 1 deadline for teams to offer players arbitration. The Padres are unlikely to offer Hoffman arbitration -- given their financial woes -- meaning a team that signs Hoffman without th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1326.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1322.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although they have reached an agreement with Ryan Dempster, the Chicago Cubs still remain the Padres' best trading partner for RHP Jake Peavy. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said he hadn't heard from the Braves since Atlanta formally withdrew from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1323.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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With clubs possibly looking to yo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[As a manager, Oquendo is a not-so-secret weapon Birds coach is building a résumé in bid for Puerto Rico big-league breakthroug]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/as-a-manager-oquendo-is-a-not-so-secret-weapon-birds-coach-is-building-a-résumé-in-bid-for-puerto-rico-big-league-breakthrough-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CAROLINA, PUERTO RICO - Long tired of watching two pitchers "squeezed" by one very inconsistent home plate umpire, the home team's manager trudges to the mound for a word or two with his frustrated reliever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1317.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the focus remains on the expected departure of pitchers Jake Peavy (via trade) and Trevor Hoffman (via free agency), the Padres recently came up with another problem. Third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff underwent shoulder surgery on Nov. 15. The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1318.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although they have reached an agreement with Ryan Dempster, the Chicago Cubs still remain the Padres' best trading partner for RHP Jake Peavy. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said he hadn't heard from the Braves since Atlanta formally withdrew from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1319.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennedy chosen to manage Missions in '09 ]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/kennedy-chosen-to-manage-missions-in-09-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Terry Kennedy, the Missions' hitting coach last season, will be the club's manager in 2009, the San Diego Padres announced Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1310.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the focus remains on the expected departure of pitchers Jake Peavy (via trade) and Trevor Hoffman (via free agency), the Padres recently came up with another problem. Third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff underwent shoulder surgery on Nov. 15. The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1311.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although they have reached an agreement with Ryan Dempster, the Chicago Cubs still remain the Padres' best trading partner for RHP Jake Peavy. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said he hadn't heard from the Braves since Atlanta formally withdrew from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1312.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Pettitte talks with Torre about Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/sources-pettitte-talks-with-torre-about-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy Pettitte has spoken with Joe Torre about joining the Dodgers, sources tell Ken Rosenthal. Get the latest hot stove update.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terry Kennedy named Double-A manager]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/terry-kennedy-named-double-a-manager.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former All-Star catcher Terry Kennedy was promoted to manager of the San Diego Padres' Double-A affiliate in San Antonio on Monday.Kennedy managed the San Diego Surf Dawgs of the Golden Baseball League in 2005, earning manager of the year honors in the le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1308.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:40:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the focus remains on the expected departure of pitchers Jake Peavy (via trade) and Trevor Hoffman (via free agency), the Padres recently came up with another problem. Third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff underwent shoulder surgery on Nov. 15. The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB owners get economic earful]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/mlb-owners-get-economic-earful.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Padres owner John Moores and CEO Sandy Alderson attended a general meeting yesterday among major league owners, they heard from a prominent speaker on challenges that go far beyond the Baseball industry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1304.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1306.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although they have reached an agreement with Ryan Dempster, the Chicago Cubs still remain the Padres' best trading partner for RHP Jake Peavy. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said he hadn't heard from the Braves since Atlanta formally withdrew from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants, A's leading Furcal sweepstakes 2008-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/giants-a-s-leading-furcal-sweepstakes-1307.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Need a shortstop? Rafael Furcal may find work in the Bay while the Pirates are discussing Jack Wilson. 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The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1291.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:55:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although they have reached an agreement with Ryan Dempster, the Chicago Cubs still remain the Padres' best trading partner for RHP Jake Peavy. Padres general manager Kevin Towers said he hadn't heard from the Braves since Atlanta formally withdrew from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1292.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:55:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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The Padre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1288.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1289.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Padres appear to be in total free-fall, although little official news comes out of the club these days. Kevin Towers, once the most open and personable of general managers, has become a "no comment" machine. 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The tea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kouzmanoff has arthroscopic surgery on shoulder]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/kouzmanoff-has-arthroscopic-surgery-on-shoulder.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder and is expected to be ready by the start of spring training.The surgery was performed Saturday by Dr. Heinz Hoenecke and Dr. Jan Fronek at Scripps Green Hospital. 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Or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1219.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The general managers meetings ended in Dana Point, Calif., on Nov. 6 with both right-hander Jake Peavy and shortstop Khalil Greene still Padres. But that doesn't mean they will be Padres come 2009. Padres general manager Kevin Towers didn't think a trade ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1220.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez has been awarded his first Gold Glove Award by a vote of National League managers and coaches. "I'm surprised with the candidates out there -- (Albert) Pujols, (Derrek) Lee, (Mark) Teixeira," said Gonzalez, 28. 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Or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1214.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The general managers meetings ended in Dana Point, Calif., on Nov. 6 with both right-hander Jake Peavy and shortstop Khalil Greene still Padres. But that doesn't mean they will be Padres come 2009. Padres general manager Kevin Towers didn't think a trade ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1215.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Adrian Gonzalez has been awarded his first Gold Glove Award by a vote of National League managers and coaches. "I'm surprised with the candidates out there -- (Albert) Pujols, (Derrek) Lee, (Mark) Teixeira," said Gonzalez, 28. "I thought it might be ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1216.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. Since the end of the season, five players have been waived from the 40-man roster (only one, RHP Dirk Hayhurst, was claimed by another team, which gives you an idea o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-inside-pitch-1204.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The general managers meetings ended in Dana Point, Calif., on Nov. 6 with both right-hander Jake Peavy and shortstop Khalil Greene still Padres. But that doesn't mean they will be Padres come 2009. 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Joel Sherman isn't sure that'll get the deal done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Braves in running to get Pads' Peavy]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/cubs-braves-in-running-to-get-pads-peavy.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first big showdown of the offseason, it's the Braves vs. the Cubs for Padres right-hander Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payroll flexibility gives A's option to look at Furcal 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/payroll-flexibility-gives-a-s-option-to-look-at-furcal-1209.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With plenty of cash on hand, the normally tight-fisted A's are looking to do some shopping. 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Gener]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers not likely to part ways with Fielder 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/brewers-not-likely-to-part-ways-with-fielder-1195.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Brewers may be fielding offers for Prince Fielder, but Ken Rosenthal says they aren't likely to part with the slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four-time Cy Young Winner 'almost certain' to retire 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/four-time-cy-young-winner-almost-certain-to-retire-1196.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Maddux, the eighth winningest pitcher in major league history, is almost certain to retire, his agent, Scott Boras, said Monday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Roster Report 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-roster-report-1197.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Changes are already being made for the 99-loss Padres -- mostly addition by subtraction. 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Burnett and Derek Lowe will not be the only top starting pitchers available on the free-agent market.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offseason will be dictated by what Yankees do 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/offseason-will-be-dictated-by-what-yankees-do-1192.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The free agent market is better. The economy is worse. What will it all mean? Joel Sherman say it depends on the Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offseason will be dictated by what Yankees do]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/offseason-will-be-dictated-by-what-yankees-do.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:49:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The free agent market is better. The economy is worse. What will it all mean? 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"I think we'll get a better picture of where everyone stands," Towers said about a potential trade of the 2007 Nat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/brewers-set-to-throw-100-million-at-cc-1169.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Padres Notes, Quotes 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.padreshome.com/news/san-diego-padres-notes-quotes-1161.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres labeled "highly speculative" a report that John Moores would have to sell 49 percent of the Padres in his divorce agreement with wife Becky. 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