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Mike Shildt has announced his retirement as manager of the San Diego Padres after a successful two-year run. Despite having two years left on his contract, he cited the mental and emotional toll of the season as factors in his decision. Under Shildt’s leadership, the Padres achieved consecutive 90-win seasons and playoff appearances. The organization will begin searching for a new manager, with several internal candidates being considered.
San Diego, CA – Mike Shildt officially announced his retirement from managing the San Diego Padres on October 13, 2025, concluding a two-year tenure that saw significant success for the franchise. At the time of his retirement, Shildt had two years remaining on his contract.
The decision to retire was reportedly made solely by Shildt, who cited the mental, physical, and emotional challenges of the baseball season as a “severe toll.” He indicated that he did not possess the energy required to lead another season that could include over 90 wins or a run at the World Series. Shildt mentioned that he is at peace with his decision and looks forward to the next phase of his life.
Shildt had signed a contract extension in October 2024, which extended his contract through 2027, making his retirement announcement a surprising development for fans and the organization.
During his two seasons as manager of the Padres, Shildt posted an impressive record of 183-141, achieving a .565 winning percentage, the highest among non-interim managers in Padres history. Under his leadership, the team experienced consecutive 90-win seasons and made back-to-back playoff appearances, a first for the franchise since 2005-06. In the 2024 season, the Padres tallied 93 wins but were eliminated in the NL Division Series. The following season ended with a total of 90 wins, yet the team faced defeat by the Chicago Cubs in the NL Wild Card Series.
A.J. Preller, the president of baseball operations for the Padres, praised Shildt for his successful career and contributions to the team as well as the San Diego community. Post-retirement, Shildt plans to relocate from Coronado Island in San Diego back to North Carolina. During his time as manager, he earned approximately $2 million per year.
The organization will commence the search for Shildt’s successor immediately, aiming for a World Series championship in 2026. The Padres are currently seeking their fourth manager since 2019, joining eight other teams with managerial vacancies. Internal candidates may include A.J. Ellis (special assistant), Scott Servais (special assistant), Brian Esposito (bench coach), and Phil Nevin (former Angels manager). Additionally, they are considering Bruce Bochy, a former Padres manager and future Hall of Famer, as a potential candidate for the position.
Prior to his time with the Padres, Shildt managed the St. Louis Cardinals, where he successfully led the team to postseason appearances in each of the five full seasons he managed. In his overall managerial career, Shildt boasts a record of 435-340 and was honored as NL Manager of the Year in 2019. He has consistently emphasized his passion for helping players improve and takes pride in the achievements realized during his managerial tenure with the Padres.
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