Year | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | Rate |
2025 proj | 554 | 162 | 77 | 24 | 90 | 29 | 101 | 16 | 0.292 | 52.1 |
2025 | 37 | 14 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0.378 | 37.5 |
2024 | 554 | 162 | 77 | 24 | 90 | 29 | 101 | 16 | 0.292 | 52.1 |
Date | News |
4/24/25 | Padres Daily: How the seams are stretching and how to keep the boat afloat. Jackson Merrill is the key missing link in the heart of the order Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/24/pa... |
4/24/25 | Padres Daily: How the seams are stretching and how to keep the boat afloat. Jackson Merrill is the key missing link in the heart of the order Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/24/pa... |
4/24/25 | Padres news: Dylan Cease, Michael King's future draw truth bomb from GM. The San Diego Padres are off to a blistering hot start to the 2025 MLB season. Jackson Merrill signed an extension this year, but that did not answer their biggest contract questions. Padres GM AJ Preller spoke with the New York Post about Dylan Cease and Michael King as their contracts expire. Source: https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/san-diego-padres/padr... |
4/19/25 | Jackson Merrill Still Not Close to Returning to Padres, Says Manager Mike Shildt. Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill is still recovering from a hamstring injury and has missed several games, with more to come, according to manager Mike Shildt. As the season approached, Merrill emerged as a crucial player for the team, owing to his consistently exceptional performances and the potential to rise from being one of the most promising players on the field to one of the very best. Padres insider Kevin Acee reports that Merrill's return to the field is still some time away. “We're not putting a timeline on this right now,” Shildt said. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/18/25 | Padres pregame: Tyler Wade back in center, Jason Heyward (knee) scratched. Padres utility man starting a third game in center field as team manages injuries to Jackson Merrill, Brandon Lockridge Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/18/pa... |
4/17/25 | On Friar Podcast: Padres' Hot Start and a Visit to the Farm with MadFriars. It's early, but the San Diego Padres are the best team in baseball? We'll see what stands out about the club's first few weeks with friend of the pod, John Conniff of MadFriars. Jackson Merrill's scorching start is slowed by injury. The club's depth is already on display with contributions from guys who started the year in El Paso. What will happen with Campy after his hot start? Speaking of the minors - John will give us the lowdown on who's where and what to watch for from the affiliates. And what is going on with Leo De Vries? 24/7 San Diego news stream: Watch NBC 7 free wherever you are LISTEN: With NBC 7 San Diego's Darnay Tripp and Derek Togerson behind the mic, On Friar will cover all Source: https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/sports/on-friar-p... |
4/16/25 | Padres Officially Land Jackson Merrill Replacement in Trade With Pirates. The San Diego Padres have found a temporary replacement in centerfield for Jackson Merrill. With Merrill and his previous replacement, Brandon Lockridge, on the injured list due to hamstring issues, the Padres are bringing back an old friend in centerfielder Bryce Johnson. The Padres officially announced they acquired Johnson and cash considerations from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for catcher Brett Sullivan. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/15/25 | Padres pregame: Centering Jason Heyward, smiling Bryan Hoeing, still booing Justin Turner. Updates on Jackson Merrill, Brandon Lockridge as Padres start Jason Heyward in center on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/15/pa... |
4/14/25 | Padres Will 'Take Our Time' With Jackson Merrill's Injury, Says Manager Mike Shildt. Shildt said via Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune that more progression in Merrill's recovery will call for a more hastened approach. “As we progress, it'll start to ramp up,” Shildt said. Sanders also added that Merrill is currently doing work in a pool as part of his recovery for the hamstring tightness, but is not quite back to swinging or any dynamic movements. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/13/25 | Center in question as Padres’ Brandon Lockridge exits with injury. Padres had already lost Jackson Merrill to a hamstring injury, now Brandon Lockridge is dealing with same injury Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/13/ce... |
4/11/25 | Padres Urged to Sign 6-Time All-Star in Massive Free Agent Move. The San Diego Padres have the best record in baseball at 10-3 and have been off to an incredible start in 2025. Despite the existing talent on the roster, a few injury concerns may be enough of a reason to get more depth from a six-time All-Star free agent. More news: How Long Will Jackson Merrill Be Out for Padres? MLB insider Kerry Miller theorized a few potential moves for contenders looking to bolster their lineup and pointed out a surprise name that is still unclaimed: J.D. Martinez. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/10/25 | Padres Predicted to Shock World, Win NL West Over Dodgers. The San Diego Padres may be predicted to shock the baseball world this season, but it's just more of what's expected inside the organization. In fact, it's something that has been quietly brewing in San Diego for the last six months, but has been gaining more National attention after becoming the league's first team to hit 10 wins on the season. More news: How Long Will Jackson Merrill Be Out for Padres? MLB Now's Brian Kenny and Rob Parker discussed why they believe the Padres can win the NL West this year. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/09/25 | Pads' Merrill lands on IL week after $135M deal. All-Star center fielder Jackson Merrill landed on the injured list Tuesday, a week after finalizing a $135 million, nine-year deal with the San Diego Padres. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44594485/padre... |
4/09/25 | Pads' Merrill lands on IL week after $135M deal. All-Star center fielder Jackson Merrill landed on the injured list Tuesday, a week after finalizing a $135 million, nine-year deal with the San Diego Padres. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44594485/padre... |
4/08/25 | Jackson Merrill injury: Padres place star outfielder on IL as MLB's hottest team tries to keep surging. Merrill, 21, signed a nine-year, $135 million extension earlier this month Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/jackson-merrill... |
4/08/25 | Padres Notes: Jackson Merrill Injury, Joe Musgrove Provides Update, Jurickson Profar Suspension Aftermath. Padres Notes: Jackson Merrill Injury, Joe Musgrove Provides Update, Jurickson Profar Suspension Aftermath Gabe Smallson | 7 Hours Ago Mar 29, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez (4) celebrates with San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) after a victory over the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images / David Frerker-Imagn Images In this story: San Diego Padres The San Diego Padres beat the Athletics, 5-4, on Monday to improve to 9-2 on the year. Unfortunately, Jackson Merrill wasn't present in the victory. An insider confirmed that the reason he surprisingly wasn't in the starting lineup was due to hamstring Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/padres/san-diego-padres-new... |
4/08/25 | Padres notes: Jackson Merrill rests hamstring; Joe Musgrove plays catch for first time since TJ surgery. Padres center fielder has been bothered by tightness in right hamstring the past three or four games Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/07/pa... |
4/03/25 | Sources: Padres' Merrill lands $135M extension. The Padres and Jackson Merrill have agreed to a nine-year, $135 million contract extension, sources confirmed to ESPN. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44503663/repor... |
4/02/25 | Padres’ Jackson Merrill agrees to nine-year, $135 million contract. Just beginning his second season, the 21-year-old is locked up through at least 2034 Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/02/pa... |
4/02/25 | Padres’ Jackson Merrill agrees to nine-year, $135 million contract. Just beginning his second season, the 21-year-old is locked up through at least 2034 Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/04/02/pa... |