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Padres Manager Mike Shildt Retires, Citing Severe Toll of Job

San Diego says its search begins immediately with a stated goal of winning a World Series in 2026.

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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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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 12: Manager Mike Shildt looks on from the dugout prior to a game against the Philadelphia Phillies during a game at Petco Park on July 12, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Shildt announced his decision in a letter, saying the grind of the season had taken a severe mental, physical and emotional toll and that he would step away to take care of himself.
  • He informed the club of his choice on Saturday, shortly after the Oct. 2 Wild Card Series loss to the Cubs, and departs with two years remaining on his contract.
  • In two seasons with San Diego, Shildt went 183-141 with consecutive 90-win campaigns and playoff berths after previously winning NL Manager of the Year in 2019 with St. Louis.
  • Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller praised Shildt’s tenure and said the managerial search is underway with 2026 championship ambitions.
  • Some reporters have questioned whether the move was entirely voluntary, but Shildt told USA TODAY that strained relations with the front office were not the reason for his exit.