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Mike Shildt Retires as Padres Manager, Prompting Immediate Search

He cited a severe personal toll in stepping away with two years left on his contract.

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Oct 1, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt (8) stands during the National Anthem prior to the game against the Chicago Cubs during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Jul 20, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt (8) stands in the dugout prior to the Padres’ game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Shildt announced his immediate retirement in a letter published Monday, days after San Diego's wild-card exit.
  • He said he is exiting on his terms because the job took a severe mental, physical and emotional toll, and he informed the club on Saturday with sources saying the decision was his alone.
  • The 57-year-old departs with a 183-141 record over two seasons in San Diego, delivering consecutive 90-win campaigns and playoff berths.
  • A.J. Preller said the Padres will begin a manager search at once with the stated goal of competing for a 2026 World Series.
  • Early internal options expected to be considered include pitching coach Ruben Niebla and special assistants A.J. Ellis and Scott Servais, with other staffers also mentioned as possibilities.