Mike Shildt, manager of the San Diego Padres, announced his immediate retirement after two seasons, citing the severe mental, physical, and emotional toll of the job.
Under his leadership, the Padres made the playoffs both seasons, finishing with a 183–141 record in San Diego.
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Shildt said the decision was his own and that it’s time to “take care of myself.”
The Padres will begin their search for a replacement, aiming for a World Series push in 2026.
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