Padres' Yu Darvish Seeks Extended Career Ahead of 2028 Contract

San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish, signed through 2028 with a $108 million contract, demonstrates remarkable longevity in his career, thanks to his attention to detail and athleticism. As he approaches his 39th birthday, Darvish remains a pivotal component of the Padres' rotation, with discussions on managing his workload to preserve his effectiveness for the postseason (San Diego Union-Tribune, Sports Illustrated). Despite his age, Darvish's performance in the previous playoffs was impressive, and he continues to be an asset with a 3.31 ERA last season (Sports Illustrated). While Darvish himself remains uncertain about pitching until the end of his contract, his dedication to his craft suggests he may continue beyond 2028 (Chicago Tribune). The Padres are optimistic about him leading the team to its first World Series title, with fellow pitcher Michael King praising Darvish's commitment and skills (San Diego Union-Tribune, Chicago Tribune).