Now that all but two teams are done playing, baseball and the writers who cover the game are turning their attention to the brief span of time that will be the open market for players. With the potential lockout looming…
Gaslamp Ball argues that the San Diego Padres should explore making a trade ahead of an abbreviated free-agent window and potential labor stoppage. Writer Cheri Bell highlights that re-signing first baseman Ty France remains a key priority, but executing an early trade could provide financial flexibility while addressing the club's main need for starting pitching.
The article suggests packaging infielder Jake Cronenworth with a catcher, such as Freddie Fermin or Luis Campusano, to acquire pitching or bench depth. General manager A.J. Preller is expected to target moves at the General Manager Meetings in Las Vegas beginning November 9 before a possible December work stoppage.
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