The San Diego Padres' search for power and first base help this offseason is going to be a tricky one to navigate, even in a loaded free-agent class at the position, due to budget constraints and an expensive, aging roster.
That being said, the team may not need a Pete Alonso or Munetaka Murakami to fix what ails the offense. Even amidst rumors regarding a potential reunion with Luis Arraez, the Padres won't be hard-pressed to improve on the meager 109 wRC+ they got out of the position in 2025.
If other priorities force them to go thrift shopping for first basemen, the Boston Red Sox may have just granted A.