There is one exception: Fernando Tatis Jr., the team’s 26-year-old right fielder, who remains an exciting talent and a huge asset. Tatis is signed to a 14-year, $340 million contract, and according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, he is the most likely candidate to be traded.

Craig Stammen, who retired in 2023 after 13 MLB seasons, was introduced as the new San Diego Padres manager at a news conference.