But, in an update from USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Padres' plans surrounding Cease got an interesting update. While the rumors only started within the last week, Nightengale revealed the Padres have been exploring trades for much longer.

The Padres have multiple needs and a thinner farm system than a year ago, which might mean they have to settle for another rental or two.

Rumors about the Padres looking to add an outfielder ramped up months ago, with Jarren Duran being discussed as a trade option multiple times. However, the Red Sox have heated up and are not expected to sell. Another outfielder the Padres have checked in on is Steven Kwan of the Guardians, but it’s questionable if they would even move him.

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller exposed what the Padres are looking to trade for at the deadline.

As usual, Preller will be one of the prime executives to watch at the deadline, pricing every available player, including his own.

Yu Darvish’s long-awaited debut for the 2025 season finally arrived, and it’s coming at a time when the San Diego Padres desperately need a spark. Last night, he pitched 3.2 innings and gave ...

With the trade deadline just a few days away, rumors are starting to circulate about what the plan for the Chicago Cubs will be.

"One rival executive proclaimed the Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants should be aggressive buyers," Rosenthal wrote, "saying it's 'open season' on the third NL wild card because of the San Diego Padres' uncertain hold on the position."

San Diego Padres presiedent of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller ... tools to their lineup as they head into the 2025 trade deadline. ... Reveals Trade Deadline Plans.