But, in an update from USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Padres' plans surrounding Cease got an interesting update. While the rumors only started within the last week, Nightengale revealed the Padres have been exploring trades for much longer.

As the July 31 trade deadline approaches, Boston Red Sox left fielder Jarren Duran has the San Diego Padres’ top trade target. The Padres have reportedly alrea

The San Diego Padres are always one of the craziest teams at the trade deadline, and now they are reportedly shopping one of their best pitchers.

The Mariners and Yankees sit in wild-card spots and they are chasing the same player. The two teams have shown interest in Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon, reports the Denver P

The San Diego Padres are still looking for bats to help their option, and could unload expiring contract Robert Suarez to bring in the help they need. The Padre

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Padres Open to Trading Dylan Cease

The San Diego Padres need to add an outfielder ahead of the trade deadline, and they could look to add one of the better buy-low targets on the open market.