Padres Notes: Payroll, Miller, Sears
Briefly

The Padres made multiple trades, acquiring Mason Miller, Ryan O'Hearn, Ramón Laureano, Nestor Cortes, Will Wagner, and Freddy Fermin to strengthen their team. These deals were made amid significant financial constraints and a lack of depth in the farm system. Cash considerations from the Orioles and Brewers helped minimize the financial impact of these acquisitions. The Padres still face a substantial payroll burden, being over $25 million above the luxury tax threshold, with significant guaranteed money for the 2026 season already in place.
The Padres acquired Mason Miller, Ryan O'Hearn, Ramón Laureano, Nestor Cortes, Will Wagner, and Freddy Fermin to address deficiencies in left field and behind the plate.
The combination of cash received from the Orioles and Brewers effectively pays the players down to the prorated league minimum for the remainder of the season.
Read at MLB Trade Rumors
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