Manny Machado struggles as Padres face contracts challenges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Manny Machado is experiencing a difficult season with the San Diego Padres, currently hitting.169 with a.596 OPS. His contract, worth $273 million, runs through his age-40 season, raising concerns about his performance and future impact. As the season progresses, the Padres must address Machado’s decline, as team prospects seem bleak without his contributions. With Machado set to turn 34 soon, the team is left hoping for a turnaround.
- •Machado has a.169 batting average this season.
- •Padres owe Machado $273 million starting in 2027.
- •His current OPS sits at.596, signaling a severe slump.
- •Concerns about his diminishing skills arise as he approaches 34.
- •The Padres' playoff hopes are at risk without improved performance.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Padres have a $273 million Manny Machado problem
"Machado is having a miserable season for San Diego.
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