The San Diego Padres aim to improve their roster by addressing two significant needs: a catcher and a left fielder. A proposed trade would send Luis Campusano and two prospects to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for catcher Korey Lee and outfielder Mike Tauchman. This deal could enhance depth behind the plate and provide a solid outfield option. Tauchman has demonstrated strong stats this season, while Lee's defensive abilities may offset his limited offensive output.
If the Padres were to swing a trade for both Lee and Tauchman, it would address the lack of depth at catcher and boost the lineup with an MLB-quality outfield bat.
Tauchman is under team control through 2026, and is hitting .283 with four home runs in 159 at-bats this season, showcasing strong numbers worth buying into.
Lee isn't the best offensive catcher, but his defense is great, with a phenomenal pop time, evident by his 97th percentile pop time.
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