Padres Pushed To Trade For $77 Million Pirates Star Pitcher
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The San Diego Padres are one of the best teams in the league, but it still seems like they're a step behind their rival Los Angeles Dodgers.
However, if the Padres can pull off a few trades this season, there's a chance they can catch and surpass the Dodgers, potentially stealing the National League West out from under their nose.
Cameron Zunkel of Clutch Points recently urged the Padres to swing a massive trade for Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller this season.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 21: Mitch Keller #23 of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks in from the bullpen before the start of the game against the Texas Rangers at PNC Park on June 21, 2025 in...
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 21: Mitch Keller #23 of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks in from the bullpen before the start of the game against the Texas Rangers at PNC Park on June 21, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. More"Mitch Keller is not a free agent until after 2028. That means his price could be significantly higher because of his years of club control," Zunkel wrote. "Even with the higher price, Keller could be a great fit in San Diego, and he would immediately make an impact in the rotation.
"The Pirates seem to be open to trading Keller, as well. The Chicago Cubs are in contact about the starting pitcher, and with conversations happening, it means the Pirates will trade him away for the right price. San Diego needs to be the highest bidder in that case."
With Michael King and Dylan Cease set to enter free agency at the end of the season, acquiring an ace like Keller with team control on his contract would be massive for the future of the team.
Adding Keller would also make the Padres significantly better right now. A top three of Keller, King, and Cease should be able to compete with any team in the league in October.
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