Padres likely to retain Mason Miller amid trade rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:50 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
San Diego Padres reliever Mason Miller is not expected to be traded despite inquiries from MLB teams. Currently, Miller has a 0.86 ERA and 78 strikeouts over 41.2 innings pitched this season, making him one of the top closers in the league. The Padres, sitting three games below.500 and 15 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West, face a critical decision at the upcoming trade deadline. San Diego could listen to offers but would likely require a significant deal to part with Miller, whom they acquired at a high cost just a year ago. This situation adds complexity as the Padres remain in contention for a Wild Card spot.
- •Mason Miller has a 0.86 ERA and 78 strikeouts this season.
- •Padres hold a record three games below.500.
- •San Diego is 15 games behind the Dodgers in the NL West.
- •Trade deadline is approaching rapidly.
- •The Padres are still competitive for a Wild Card spot.
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Why Padres are unlikely to trade Mason Miller despite rumors
"Is Mason Miller on the trade block? That’s the question teams around Major League Baseball want answered. The San Diego Padres reliever is the best closer in baseball, sporting a...
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