The Padres’ biggest move was acquiring Eric Hosmer on an 8 year contract with an opt-out after 5 years. He is a face-of-the-franchise type of player.
Two defensively talented position players were added – Freddy Galvis (career UZR/150 at SS of 6.0) and Chase Headley (GG and career UZR/150 at 3rd base of 7.0).
There will be new faces in the rotation. The rotation starters returning from last season are Clayton Richard, Perdomo, and Lamet (on DL). The Padres have acquired Bryan Mitchel (Yankees) and Tyson Ross (free agent).