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King’s Start Against Rockies Sparks Trade Deadline Speculation for Padres
King’s Start Against Rockies Sparks Trade Deadline Speculation for Padres
San Diego is gearing up for a pivotal homestand, beginning tonight with a 9:40 ET first pitch against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. This game carries extra weight as right-hander Michael King, a key trade candidate, could be making his final appearance for the Padres before next Monday’s MLB trade deadline.
General Manager AJ Preller faces significant decisions regarding the team’s future, especially with a farm system reportedly depleted from aggressive acquisitions in recent years. While closer Mason Miller, acquired last year from the Athletics in a deal that sent now-top prospect Leo De Vries to Sacramento, has been sensational, reports indicate the team is more likely to move King and other players rather than Miller.
The Padres, who once led the NL West earlier in the season, are currently not contenders for the division title. The outcome of this homestand and Preller’s subsequent moves will shape the team’s direction as they navigate an aging roster and aim to rebuild their prospect pipeline.
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