Padres could pay a painful second price to escape Xander Bogaerts’ contract

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By Tremayne Person · Friars on Base

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Friars on Base argues the Padres may have to surrender top prospects to trade away Xander Bogaerts' contract.
Bogaerts is owed approximately $178 million over the next seven seasons and holds a full no-trade clause.
In 2026, Bogaerts batted .231 with 13 home runs and a 90 OPS+ for San Diego.

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Friars on Base argues that the San Diego Padres face steep obstacles if they attempt to trade infielder Xander Bogaerts. Bogaerts is owed roughly $178 million over the next seven seasons and holds a full no-trade clause. Writer Tremayne Person contends that moving him would likely force San Diego to eat significant salary, take on unwanted money, or surrender valuable prospects.

Following a 2026 campaign where Bogaerts hit .231 with 13 home runs, Person argues the Padres would negotiate from weakness. While moving salary could free funds for pitching or depth, Person warns that sacrificing top young talent alongside Bogaerts is a price San Diego should refuse to pay.

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