Padres pursue Twins' All-Stars Buxton and Ryan amid struggles

The San Diego Padres secured a 6-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on June 18, avoiding a sweep but continuing to face challenges as they sit at 38-35. With the trade deadline approaching, the Padres are identified as a strong candidate to acquire Minnesota Twins All-Stars Byron Buxton and Joe Ryan. Both players are performing well this season, contributing to speculation that Minnesota may engage in a rebuild after a disappointing year. Buxton has 23 home runs and Ryan boasts a 3.17 ERA with impressive strikeout numbers. As the August 3 trade deadline nears, expectations rise surrounding potential moves involving these players and the Padres' need for roster reinforcement.

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