The hidden wrinkle that could kill a Padres trade for Kodai Senga before it starts

Fansided | December 8, 2025

Senga's desire to remain in New York could kill any chances of Preller making a move for him.

Aug 20, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) prepares to throw a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images | Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

The Padres are, and have been, the team to watch this offseason when it comes to targeting starting pitching. The team already lost Dylan Cease to the Toronto Blue Jays, and all signs point to Michael King following the same path elsewhere.