Padres’ offseason storylines include Sheets’ health, Pivetta’s contract

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller and manager Craig Stammen outlined the club's major offseason storylines during their end-of-season press conference. Key topics included first baseman Gavin Sheets leaning against surgery for a left foot plantar plate tear and expected to be ready for Spring Training, as well as upcoming roster decisions surrounding Nick Pivetta's contract option.

The Padres hold a team option on Pivetta for 2027 and may explore renegotiating the deal to manage risk. Additionally, Preller addressed pitching rotation uncertainties, noting that Yu Darvish is throwing bullpens while his 2027 plans remain undecided, and Joe Musgrove's role as a starter or reliever will be determined before Spring Training.