Padres' Mason Miller Drawing Trade Interest Amid Contention Uncertainty
San Diego is 1.5 games out of a playoff spot but may still move elite closer Mason Miller to offset a depleted farm system and payroll constraints.
Mason Miller is one of the most discussed trade candidates ahead of the deadline, with the Padres sitting 1.5 games behind the Diamondbacks and Phillies for a playoff spot. Despite acting as buyers, San Diego's thin farm system and payroll squeeze make trading from the bullpen an attractive option. Miller carries elite value with a 0.79 ERA and 49.4% strikeout rate this season. No deal has been reported, but the Padres are actively weighing their options.
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