The San Diego Padres have been predicted to be trading right-handed starting pitcher Dylan Cease to acquire another strong bat ahead of the trade deadline.

The San Diego Padres are predicted to land a 40 home run slugger from the Atlanta Braves at the trade deadline.

The Padres are predicted to move on from one of their veterans at the trade deadline. This report indicates that the Padres aren't viewing 2025 as an all-in year, and instead, are planning to contend beyond just 2025 despite the expiring deals of key players.