Adley Rutschman may be trade target for San Diego Padres

Adley Rutschman, the Baltimore Orioles catcher, is speculated to be a potential trade target for the San Diego Padres if he becomes available. Rutschman, hitting.258 with seven home runs and 30 RBIs this season, is seen as a valuable player amidst concerns about the Orioles' direction as they sit fourth in the AL East with a 29-33 record. The emergence of another young catcher, Samuel Basallo, could make Rutschman expendable. The Padres, currently relying on a less established catching corps, may seek an upgrade, and Rutschman's profile could help transform their lineup. However, acquiring him would likely require a substantial trade package from San Diego.

• 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Adley Rutschman needs a change of scenery & one MLB team makes the most sense