We are all desperately waiting for that big money splash from A.J. Preller and the front office on starting pitching. It’s just a matter of time before something gives, as the market is still incredibly vast with talent.
Not only are the Padres expected to make a move soon, but ESPN insider Jeff Passan also reports that the team will be “involved as ever.”
Some of the top options available include Framber Valdez, Ranger Suárez, Tatsuya Imai, and Zac Gallen. San Diego has remained flexible in what available payroll the have to distribute across starting pitching, first base, and maybe even second base (depending on whether or not they choose to trade Jake Cronenworth).