After an up-and-down 2024 season marked by offensive struggles and inconsistency, Jared Kelenic faces a pivotal year.

The San Diego Padres haven't added a ton of talent in free agency this winter, much to the disappointment of All-Star third baseman Manny Machado.

The Spuds finished the regular season 17-7-1 and enter the Section 8 tournament with No. 1 seed for the fourth straight time.