Free agency is now entering full swing, as players are beginning to negotiate, let alone sign deals with their current/new teams. But we are yet to learn the verdict on Michael King or Dylan Cease, who are both commanding long-term contracts.
The Padres are unlikely to offer both of them the money they’re looking for, and it would be financially feasible to only bring back one of them. However, even if A.J. Preller chooses to bring one back, there is still a gap that needs to be filled in the starting rotation.
Padres could make noise by pursuing Zac Gallen
San Diego has been linked to some marquee starting pitchers on the market, but one candidate has emerged out of nowhere.