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Preller defends trading top prospects to enhance Padres' rotation

MLB.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:49 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Preller defends trading top prospects to enhance Padres' rotation

Summary

Padres general manager A.J. Preller explained his approach at the recent Trade Deadline held in Phoenix. This year, the focus was on smaller trades, differing from previous deadlines that saw high-profile moves such as dealing for Juan Soto or Mason Miller. Preller emphasized the team's commitment to winning, suggesting the modifications reflect a strategic adjustment to bolster the pitching rotation. The impact of these trades on the team's performance will become clearer in upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•A.J. Preller acknowledged trades aimed at strengthening the pitching rotation.
•The Padres made smaller trades rather than blockbuster deals this year.
•Previous deadlines included significant trades such as for Juan Soto.
•Preller’s comments highlight the team's ongoing commitment to winning.
•Future games will determine the effectiveness of these roster changes.

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1:49 AMMLB.com — 'We're trying to win': Preller unapologetic in dealing top prospects to boost rotation - MLB.com

What they're saying

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PHOENIX -- The scale was smaller this year. No Mason Miller. No Juan Soto. The Trade Deadline came and went, and Padres general manager A.J. Preller did not pull off a blockbuster -- which always qualifies as a minor surprise. But make no mistake: This Deadli…
— MLB.comby AJ Cassavell

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