Padres Receive Big News Amid Dylan Cease Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. All MLB teams have to deal with injuries, but the San Diego Padres are hanging on to the third NL Wild Card spot despite multiple challenges on the starting pitching front.

According to numerous reports, utility player Willi Castro is also likely to be moved today. Castro has slashed .247/.338/.411 this season, along with 15 doubles, a pair of triples, ten homers, 27 RBI, and nine stolen bases.

San Diego Padres general manager AJ Preller is reportedly being very aggressive before the 5 PM ET deadline. The Athletic MLB insider Ken Rosenthal fully “anticipates” the Pads to make a major move on Thursday due to Preller’s proven track record.