PT TODAY: Machado decides on San Diego

Team-by-team playing time allocation charts can be found in our Teamview pages.

National League | American League
 
Padres | Manny Machado lands in San Diego
Free-agent SS Manny Machado (Dodgers) on Tuesday, Feb. 19, agreed to an undisclosed deal to sign with the San Diego Padres according to league sources.  Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
 
BHQ take: Contract terms were later reported to be $300m over 10 years, with an opt-out clause after the fifth season -- and per early reports, Machado will take over SD’s wide-open 3B spot from the get-go. This in turn leaves 2B-of-the-future Luis Urías projected as the primary SS at least on Opening Day as veteran Ian Kinsler mans 2B. But Machado’s arrival in ST likely accelerates...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Today

Jake Bauers and Brandon Lockridge stand to pick up some early playing time in Milwaukee. Plus, some Opening Day clarity on the Angels' bullpen usage...
Mar 27 2026 7:10am
Luis García Jr. and Nasim Nuñez (pictured) have won 1B and 2B jobs. Plus lots of IL moves as teams solidify their Opening Day rosters.
Mar 26 2026 8:11am
Kevin McGonigle's impressive spring as won him a job in Detroit; Connelly Early the same in Boston, and more roster tweaks for Opening Night.
Mar 25 2026 8:15am
Another busy day of roster trimming as teams set their Opening Day rosters, including significant rotation updates in Texas, Toronto, Atlanta, Milwaukee, and Los Angeles.
Mar 24 2026 7:38am
With Kyle Stowers and Estury Ruiz starting the season on the IL, Griffin Conine (pictured) and Owen Caissie will get time. Plus roster moves in COL and LA.
Mar 23 2026 9:19am

Tools