This mock trade involving the New York Mets and the San Diego Padres could send Michael King to Queens, keeping him away from New York's NL East rivals, the Atlanta Braves.

At some point soon, maybe even this week, the San Diego Padres GM A.J. Preller will join the offseason and make a move to improve his team. Maybe? Probably? Preller has a history of late offseason moves,

Right / Right 2025 opening day age: 29 Height / Weight: 6-foot-3 / 210 pounds How acquired: Via trade with the New York Yankees in December 2023 Contract status: In his final year of arbitration eligibility,

It still feels like the Chicago Cubs are one move away. After their massive trade acquisition of outfielder Kyle Tucker, it would be hard to argue that the Cubs have the most talented lineup in the National League Central.

It’s hard to fathom why an MLB team with a payroll pushing $200 million needs to shed salary to stay competitive, but the San Diego Padres are once again looking to trim their payroll.