Padres acquire Robbie Ray and Casey Mize ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:49 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The San Diego Padres made two additions ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers. These moves come as the Padres addressed weaknesses in their starting rotation without depleting their farm system significantly. A.J. Preller opted for a pragmatic approach, retaining key prospects and focusing on enhancing the team's chances for a postseason spot. Both new pitchers are viewed as valuable options for the potential Wild Card run.
- •Padres acquire Robbie Ray from Giants and Casey Mize from Tigers.
- •A.J. Preller retains key prospects while making strategic trades.
- •Ray and Mize are expected to bolster the Padres' rotation.
- •Padres focus on postseason potential without risking future talent.
- 2:49 PMYahoo Sports — Padres have 'boring' trade deadline amid Robbie Ray, Casey Mize additions
"The Padres made two smart moves before the deadline.
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