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They may have to send a starter back to the Padres in a deal ... He spent time working the beat for the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes and is an avid fan of the NHL, MLB, NFL and college basketball.

The San Diego Padres have reportedly hired former Cy Young winner Jake Peavy in a front office position with the team.