The San Diego Padres are being advised to avoid swinging a deal with the Miami Marlins before the MLB trade deadline.

The Diamondbacks pulled off an incredible comeback victory against the Padres to win their fifth straight game.

Only two games separate first place from third in the National League West, and the division could turn into an arms race at the trade deadline.

The San Diego Padres are expected to be active at the trade deadline this summer, but where the front office will focus on remains somewhat of a mystery. More

The San Diego Padres are considered buyers as they are currently in a Wild Card spot and two games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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A MLB analyst urged the San Diego Padres to make an outfield addition to pair with Jackson Merrill and Fernando Tatis Jr.

Writing for the Athletic, former MLB general manager Jim Bowden identified second and third base as the team's priorities ahead of the trade deadline, and believes Arraez would make a positive impact at the plate and as an infielder.