Padres face decision at trade deadline after recent losing streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The San Diego Padres, after an eight-game losing streak, have dropped to two games below.500 and are outside playoff contention. This followed a loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, signaling a struggle for the team, particularly in offense and starting pitching. General Manager A.J. Preller may explore trade options, but the team’s current player pool remains limited. With the trade deadline approaching, the Padres’ future direction remains uncertain, as their performance could shift in the coming weeks.
- •Padres lost 8-0 to Diamondbacks on July 8.
- •Team is now two games below.500.
- •General Manager A.J. Preller faces trade deadline decisions.
- •Starting pitching has struggled with injuries.
- •Team performance will influence potential trades.
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Padres Reacts Survey: What should San Diego do at trade deadline?
"The Padres and A.J. Preller could buy, sell or stand pat at the deadline.
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