The position-player half of the Padres’ roster is set. Outfielder Brandon Lockridge has been informed he’s made the team, which finalizes the group of 13 position players who will comprise the Padres’ roster.

The San Diego Padres have made their decision on the final Opening Day roster spot — and it's a bit of a surprise.

Gurriel, Iglesias, Sheets and Maldonado will be on Padres’ opening-day roster; one bench spot remains (Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune) Spring training update: Jackson Merrill homers; Manny Machado stays hot as Padres tie D-backs (Kevin Acee,