Padres Weigh Aggressive Offseason Moves
The Padres are weighing an aggressive offseason to address holes in their rotation and lineup and replace numerous free agents. Reported Japanese-born targets include Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga, outfielder Seiya Suzuki and NPB star Teruaki Sato. San Diego has also reportedly expressed interest in two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, who is expected to draw competition from big-market clubs and could command a record-setting contract. With Michael King, Nick Pivetta, Robbie Ray and Casey Mize among the departing or potentially departing starters, the Padres are also linked to Rays right-hander Nick Martinez as a rotation option; Dustin May has been discussed as a riskier possibility. Potential losses of relievers Adrian Morejon and Jason Adam could also create bullpen needs, while new ownership may give baseball operations chief A.J. Preller more financial flexibility, though the spending plans remain uncertain.
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