The San Diego Padres could be very aggressive buyers at the trade deadline this season, but they don't have the prospect capital for many huge deals.

MacKenzie Gore has been one of the lone bright spots for the Washington Nationals this season. The left-handed ace was a deserving All Star. Yet somehow, Gore is involved in trade rumors. That's despite being under club control through 2027. Regardless, Gore is being rumored about, and he was asked about it at All-Star Weekend.

Durán has been one of baseball's best relievers this season. The flamethrowing closer headed into the All-Star break with a career-best 1.66 ERA and 49 strikeouts in 43.1 innings.

One MLB writer recently laid out the trade deadline dream scenario for the San Diego Padres. But does it even make sense for all involved?

The San Diego Padres' front office will likely be very busy as buyers ahead of this month's MLB trade deadline

The Padres are known to be looking for help behind the plate, and their search for catching has extended to the Windy City. The Athletic’s Dennis Lin reports that the Padres have interest in White Sox catcher Korey Lee, who has spent much of the 2025 season either on the big league injured list or at Triple-A Charlotte.

When talking to media Monday, Diamondbacks third baseman and potential trade candidate Eugenio Suarez addressed trade rumors connecting him with the Yankees.

The Phillies won Sunday's series finale, but dropped two of three to the Padres in another show of their greatest strength, and long persisting weaknesses.