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Good Morning San Diego: Padres still in need of pitching, but belief is they will remain active throughout the winter
Cassavell added another report where he outlines the needs of the Padres, and reminds fans that with Preller you can always expect something. Cassavell said San Diego will continue to work throughout the winter despite not making any significant moves during the meetings and Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune has similar expectations.
Shortstop, second base Bats / Throws: Right / Right 2026 opening day age: 30 Height / Weight: 5-foot-11 / 185 pounds How acquired: Signed a minor league deal in December 2024 Contract status: Will not be arbitration-eligible until 2029 fWAR in 2025: 0 Key 2025 stats: .
As of now, the Padres are reportedly listening to trade offers on a few of their star players, including closer Mason Miller and starter Nick Pivetta. But the Padres could also look to add some talent at the big league level, including a talented outfielder.
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Good Morning San Diego: Padres, Mets could be working to make a trade, but that does not mean Francisco Lindor is coming to San Diego
Former San Diego closer Robert Suarez signed a deal with the Atlanta Braves, Thursday and that has only breathed new life into the possibility of a Miller trade. Preller has stated that he is not looking to trade Miller or any of the other top arms in his bullpen, but he has also said in previous interviews that he will listen on anyone.
The Padres had two right-handed pitchers in the 1970s from Northern Virginia: Jay Franklin, the second overall pick by San Diego in 1971 out of James Madison High in Vienna; and Clay Kirby, a star at what was then Washington & Lee High in Arlington.
The New York Mets need an outfielder and could acquire one in a trade with the San Diego Padres by parting with David Peterson.
The San Diego Padres are heading into 2026 in a period of transition. Former manager Mike Shildt has retired, with Craig Stammen stepping in to lead the club. The roster is expected to undergo significant turnover as payroll flexibility remains tight, and several players are likely to depart via free agency.
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