After guiding the San Diego Padres for two seasons, Mike Shildt’s tenure ended quietly following their final game of 2025 at Wrigley Field, where the Padres fell to the Chicago Cubs in the NL Wild Card Series. Standing in a corner of the visiting clubhouse, Shildt reflected on the journey with a mix of pride, exhaustion, and heartbreak.

Mike Shildt, who emphasized the strong culture he fostered, spoke softly about his players and the locker room bond that made managing the Padres a special experience. Despite the losses and the pressures that come with leading a top-tier MLB team, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to shape a young roster and leave a lasting mark on the franchise.

Breaking the news, Jon Heyman tweeted, “Mike Shildt leaves the Padres, tells @sdutKevinAcee it wa

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