TORONTO -- With various big names being reported as potential trade chips, the Padres aren't ignoring the pre-Deadline rumors.
Right-hander Andrew Cashner, left fielder Melvin Upton Jr. and catcher Derek Norris have reportedly been discussed in trade talks. And with one week remaining until the non-waiver Aug. 1 Trade Deadline, manager Andy Green has had conversations with all three, simply to address the possibility.
"We've obviously been talking to Upton and Cash," Green said. "Then you see D-No's name thrown around; we've had a casual conversation, nothing in depth. I fully expect him to continue to catch for us.