The San Diego Padres are in a difficult position. They had a decent week, going 4-3 and leading the final Wild Card spot by a half game. However, the Padres must play better in the second half to achieve a postseason berth.
Adjustments to the roster will be necessary. The Friars need to get healthy in the starting rotation and acquire a bat or two before the July 31 trade deadline.
Let’s take a look at the Padres first half takeaways:
Friars need a proven starter
Since late May, the Padres were expected to shop for a starting pitcher before the trade deadline.