The Padres had no game on Monday and are set to face the Dodgers at Petco Park later tonight. With the trade deadline approaching, many are curious about who will remain with the team and who might be on the move. Here’s the latest Padres news to get you up to speed before the deadline at 3 p.m. PT:
White Sox GM Reacts to Padres’ Trade Target
Chris Getz, the general manager of the Chicago White Sox, expressed surprise at the public disclosure of a trade request made by one of his pitchers. This unexpected revelation adds an extra layer of complexity to potential trade negotiations with the Padres.
Padres Eyeing Cubs’ Taillon as Deadline Approaches
As the MLB trade deadline nears, the Padres are showing interest in acquiring right-hander Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs. With a career-best 2.96 ERA this season, Taillon could provide a significant boost to the Padres’ pitching rotation.
Padres Continue Search for Starting Pitchers
Following their acquisition of reliever Jason Adam from Tampa Bay, the Padres are still on the lookout for additional starting pitching. With Yusei Kikuchi and Erick Fedde recently traded, the Padres have a limited window to secure another pitching asset before the deadline.