Aug 22 - By Associated Press
Second baseman David Eckstein and the San Diego Padres agreed to a one-year contract extension on Saturday.

Aug 14 - By R.B. Fallstrom, AP Sports Writer
This is David Eckstein's second trip back to the town where he was a World Series MVP in 2006. Lingering resentment remains over his departure.

Jul 31 - By Associated Press
Felipe Lopez hit a three-run double that highlighted a five-run seventh inning, lifting the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-1 win over the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Jul 28 - By Associated Press
The San Diego Padres activated catcher Henry Blanco and infielder David Eckstein off the disabled list before the second game of their series against the Reds.
Jul 5 - By Associated Press
San Diego Padres second baseman David Eckstein left Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a strained right hamstring and is listed as day to day.

Jun 29 - By Bernie Wilson, AP Sports Writer
Brian Moehler pitched six strong innings and the Houston Astros scored six runs in the fourth inning en route to a 7-1 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night.
May 10 - By Associated Press
San Diego Padres second baseman David Eckstein left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros in the fifth inning with a bruised left rib.

May 6 - By Bernie Wilson, AP Sports Writer
David Eckstein singled in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 on Thursday.
Jan 15 - By Bernie Wilson, AP Sports Writer
David Eckstein figured it was an even swap, taking a huge pay cut for the chance to play second base with the San Diego Padres.

Sep 1 - By Andrew Bagnato, AP College Football Writer
Stephen Drew became the first player to hit for the cycle in Chase Field, and newly acquired David Eckstein singled home the winning run to help the Arizona Diamondbacks rally past the St. Louis Cardinals 8-6 on Monday.
Aug 31 - By Mike Fitzpatrick, AP Sports Writer
David Eckstein quickly called his wife, then finished a fast interview and bounced around the clubhouse exchanging hugs with ex-teammates.

Jul 9 - By Associated Press
Alex Rios and David Eckstein each drove in a pair of runs, A.J. Burnett won for the third time in four starts and the Toronto Blue Jays used a seven-run fourth inning to beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 on Wednesday night.

May 30 - By Associated Press
Lyle Overbay hit a pair of solo homers and an RBI single, leading Toronto to a 10-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night and making it a pleasant homecoming for Blue Jays shortstop David Eckstein.

Apr 20 - By Associated Press
David Eckstein hit a three-run homer, supplying some of the power Toronto might miss without Frank Thomas, and the Blue Jays beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Sunday.

Apr 4 - By Associated Press
Josh Beckett's first start of the season failed to send Boston home with a win.

May 14 - By John Nadel, AP Sports Writer
The St. Louis Cardinals put a resounding end to their batting slump Monday night — at least for one game. David Eckstein had three hits, Chris Duncan hit St. Louis' first homer since May 1, and the Cardinals beat Los Angeles 8-4 for their 10th straight victory over the Dodgers going back to 2005.

Oct 27 - By Ronald Blum, AP Sports Writer
Favored by few, the St. Louis Cardinals used an unlikely cast of characters to win their first World Series in nearly a quarter century.

Oct 26 - By Ben Walker, AP Baseball Writer
David Eckstein scratched out another key hit and Jeff Weaver shut down the Detroit Tigers for three innings, giving the St. Louis Cardinals a 1-0 lead in Game 5 of the World Series on Friday night.

Jul 14 - By R.B. Fallstrom, AP Sports Writer
The National League's best offense had no luck against Chris Carpenter. The St. Louis Cardinals' right-hander had stuff reminiscent of his 2005 Cy Young season.