Padres make trades, keep key bullpen arms at MLB deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
On August 3, 2026, the San Diego Padres made significant moves before the MLB Trade Deadline, acquiring left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize along with utility player Gage Workman from the Detroit Tigers. The Padres retained their top relievers Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon, Jeremiah Estrada, and Wandy Peralta, who were subject to trade speculation. With these additions, San Diego aims to strengthen its rotation as it sits just outside of playoff contention. The returns of Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta are anticipated at the end of August, potentially bolstering the pitching staff further.
- •Padres acquired Robbie Ray and Casey Mize before the trade deadline.
- •Key bullpen arms Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon, Jeremiah Estrada, and Wandy Peralta remain.
- •Workman adds depth to the Padres' bench with versatility.
- •San Diego is currently one game out of playoff position.
- •Musgrove and Pivetta expected to return by the end of August.
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — Padres make deadline moves, keep prized bullpen arms
"San Diego adds two starters and a utility bat.
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