Padres struggle amid uncertainty as trade deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:02 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The San Diego Padres are facing a six-game losing streak as they head into a weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Currently at.500, the Padres have dropped 35 runs over two games to begin July, raising questions about their postseason strategy. General Manager A.J. Preller's unpredictable approach may lead to significant trades before the deadline, especially considering the status of key players like Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta. Following the Dodgers, the Padres are set to face the Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, and Kansas City Royals.
- •Padres are on a six-game losing streak entering the Dodgers series.
- •San Diego surrendered 35 runs in two games this month.
- •Trade deadline strategies depend on upcoming performances.
- •Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta's health could influence decisions.
- •Padres recently lost 23-3 against the Chicago Cubs.
- 7:02 PMYahoo Sports — Padres Future Uncertain Amid A.J. Preller Unpredictability
"Tumbling toward the trade deadline on a losing skid, the San Diego Padres face a volatile crossroads as their mercurial front office weighs a desperate postseason push against a total rebuild.
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