It’s that time of year when the MLB trade deadline looms over every team’s head. In the spirit of negotiation, we’ll take a look at the San Diego Padres top trade chips this summer, regardless of whether the team decides to buy, sell, or both.
With the Friars in flux, the trade deadline should be an important indicator of the team’s 2019 priorities. They rolled into the All-Star break after shocking the Los Angeles Dodgers with a series win, taking three out of four in L.A. The hype was strong that week, with the Padres in the thick of playoff discussions.