The subject is widely known and often discussed. The Padres have not had a reliable, everyday shortstop on their roster since the departure of Khalil Greene in 2008. Despite many attempts to secure a reliable veteran to hold down the position until a prospect can be developed, the Padres haven’t had much luck on that front either.
Strength up the middle of the diamond is widely acknowledged as a requirement if you are trying to build a championship team. The organization feels they now have the strength they need either on the major league club or very close to major league ready but with one exception.