The 2024 season for the San Diego Padres saw them finish 93-69, securing second place in the NL West. They swept the Braves in the wild-card round but fell to the Dodgers in the NLDS, losing a tight series despite strong performances from key players.
Offensively, the team showed resilience, with standout contributions from Fernando Tatis Jr., Jackson Merrill, and Kyle Higashioka, while struggling players like Luis Arraez and Xander Bogaerts raised concerns.
The pitching staff faced challenges, particularly with injuries to Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove. The Padres are well-positioned for 2025 but need to address their catching situation and bolster their rotation. Goals for next season include making the postseason and competing with the Dodgers for the division title.
