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Newsweek
21 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Padres' A.J. Preller Had Unusual Deadline Strategy: 'Drives Everyone Nuts!'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. We had an incredibly memorable Major League Baseball trade deadline this season, and A.J. Preller was predictably at the center of it all. Preller, the San Diego Padres' president of baseball operations and general manager, went for broke as he so often does. He made five trades on deadline day, involving 22 total players, and that included arguably the signature move of the deadline. In moving Leo De Vries, MLB Pipeline's No. 3 prospect in the entire sport, for former Athletics closer Mason Miller, Preller cut bait with the highest-ranked prospect to be traded in at least 20 years, according to Mark Feinsand. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 28: President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller of the San Diego Padres speaks to media prior to an Opening Day game against the San Francisco Giants at... SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 28: President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller of the San Diego Padres speaks to media prior to an Opening Day game against the San Francisco Giants at PETCO Park on March 28, 2024 in San Diego, California. MoreMiller is under team control through the 2029 season, and the prevailing thought is that starting next season, the Padres could attempt to convert the fireballer, who regularly touches 103 miles per hour, back into a starting pitcher. But Feinsand's report alleges that Preller didn't necessarily draw a bead on Miller at the deadline. He was apparently shopping De Vries, the 18-year-old shortstop, to multiple teams with big-league stars in hopes of reeling in the biggest fish. "Preller drives everyone nuts!" an AL executive said, per Feinsand. "He basically kept multiple teams on the hook as he shopped De Vries. He was a buyer, but kind of operated like a seller in terms of auctioning off De Vries to the highest bidder." In addition to Miller (and JP Sears, the left-handed pitcher from the Athletics trade who the Padres have optioned to Triple-A), Preller brought in outfielder Ramon Laureano, first baseman/designated hitter Ryan O'Hearn, left-handed pitcher Nestor Cortes, and catcher Freddy Fermin. It was a stunning haul, and the Padres gave up a metric ton of prospect capital in the process. But if they win the World Series this year, Preller will be entirely justified in driving his front office counterparts nuts. More MLB: Mets Legend Darryl Strawberry Responds to Pete Alonso Nearing Home Run Record


Newsweek
3 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Cubs' Jed Hoyer Expresses Regret On Trade Acquisition: 'Not Looking Like A Good Bet'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Cubs traded for Michael Soroka at the trade deadline, but he has landed on the injured list after throwing just two innings. The Cubs traded their No. 13 prospect, Ronny Cruz, and No. 14 prospect, Christian Franklin, to acquire Soroka. Soroka will be a free agent after the season, and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer expressed some regret on the trade after Soroka was placed on the injured list. "Given the market, given the asking felt it was a good bet to make," Hoyer told ESPN's Jesse Rogers. "Right now, it's not looking like a good bet. ... Doesn't mean he won't help us the rest of the year. Waiting on medical stuff." CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 18: President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs answers questions from the media prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at Wrigley Field on July 18,... CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 18: President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs answers questions from the media prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at Wrigley Field on July 18, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. MoreSoroka had a 4.86 ERA on the season and allowed an earned run in his two innings with the Cubs. Hoyer did note that he could still play a role, but his injury status is unclear. "Look, you feel bad for Michael first," manager Craig Counsell said, per Jordan Bastian, "and just hope that there's just some discomfort there and a couple weeks can take care of it. That's where we're at. We're going to have to wait to get more information before we know what we're dealing with." The Cubs knew when they traded for Soroka that he had recently undergone an MRI. However, the MRI showed no indications of an injury. Clearly, that changed during his first appearance with the Cubs. "I think there's a lot of baseball left for this club," Soroka said, per Bastian, "and I'd like to be a big part of that down the stretch. We're going to do everything possible to be there." The Cubs' pitching staff has been plagued by injuries all season. Soroka was supposed to help them get back on track, but now he will have to work his way back. More MLB: Yankees Make Abrupt Jake Bird Roster Decision Following Brutal Loss
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jed Hoyer on MLB trade deadline for Cubs
Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer comments on the pitchers the Cubs picked up, and how hopes for a trade for a starting pitcher did not work out.


Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Washington Nationals fire manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo in astonishing move before draft
The Washington Nationals have fired manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo in a stunning move ahead of next week's draft. In a statement on Sunday, the Nationals' Managing Principal Owner Mark Lerner said: 'On behalf of our family and the Washington Nationals organization, I first and foremost want to thank Mike and Davey for their contributions to our franchise and our city. 'Our family is eternally grateful for their years of dedication to the organization, including their roles in bringing a World Series trophy to Washington, D.C. 'While we are appreciative of their past successes, the on-field performance has not been where we or our fans expect it to be. 'This is a pivotal time for our Club, and we believe a fresh approach and new energy is the best course of action for our team moving forward.' The statement also confirmed that 'Senior Vice President & Assistant General Manager, Baseball Operations, Mike DeBartolo has been named Interim General Manager. 'DeBartolo will oversee all aspects of baseball operations, including the upcoming MLB First-Year Player Draft, alongside other key members of the department. An announcement will be made on the interim manager sometime on Monday'.


Newsweek
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Cubs Team President Reiterates Chicago's Plan for Trade Deadline
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Chicago Cubs are off to their best start since the ever-so memorable 2016 season that saw the team break all the curses in the world. Chicago is a true threat in the National League this season and is well on its way to a postseason berth for the first time since the COVID-shortened 2020 season. The team will need upgrades prior to the trade deadline and team president Jed Hoyer has made it clear what those plans will be. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 01: President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs is interviewed prior to the game against the Cleveland Guardians at Wrigley Field on July 01, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 01: President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer of the Chicago Cubs is interviewed prior to the game against the Cleveland Guardians at Wrigley Field on July 01, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois."We've had a lot of conversations with teams," Hoyer said in a 25-minute meeting with reporters on-site in Chicago. "We'll continue to have a lot of conversations, but these things ramp up." More often than not, the trade deadline truly doesn't ramp up until after the All-Star break is complete and front offices begin to look ahead to the second half of the season. Chicago certainly needs replacements on its bench unit as well as both starting and relief pitching. Hoyer knows that is the case and told reporters upgrading those positions of need is his main focus. "You're going to have injuries in the second half, and you have to be able to address those," Hoyer told reporters. "We're also looking to kind of raise our replacement level and raise our talent level. And that's really the challenge, I think, acquiring guys that provide depth. I know we can do that" There have already been rumors surrounding Chicago's interest in starting pitchers Edward Cabrera, Sandy Alcantara and Mitch Keller. There have also been rumors surrounding the Cubs' interest in current Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes and closer David Bednar. Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez has been a name floated around on the hot stove and that seems to be the one player that all of Cubs fans across social media can agree on wanting to bring to the North Side of Chicago. Whatever the decisions may be, it is clear that Hoyer and the rest of the Chicago front office are going to make all the moves to help the Cubs make a run to the World Series for the first time in nine seasons. More MLB: Diamondbacks Trade Deadline 'Rental' Would Bring Back Solid Prospect Return