The Padres' 2025 season is wrapped up, and all focus is on what the organization will do to spruce up the roster for 2026. The team hit a fork in the road with Mike Shildt's departure as manager, so filling that vacancy has suddenly become top priority.
But the offseason still trudges on, and with that, there are a few important dates that San Diego fans should be aware of. Here they are.
Important dates for Padres fans to know in the 2025-26 MLB offseason
Qualifying offer deadline: 5 days after the World Series concludes
We still do not the exact dates, but the qualifying offer deadline will fall somewhere between Nov.