San Diego Padres
· 2026-07-02
The San Diego Padres, currently 10th in the National League with a 43-42 record, are looking to make a trade to improve their offense.
Former MLB general manager Jim Bowden has suggested a trade that would send Red Sox All-Star outfielder Jarren Duran to the Padres in exchange for left-handed pitcher Kash Mayfield.
The Padres have been linked to Duran previously and could use his power and speed combination to boost their lineup.
Duran is hitting .196 with 12 home runs and 39 runs batted in this year, but has struggled against off-speed pitches.
Despite his down season, Duran could be a good fit for the Padres, who need more outfield help and could offer him a fresh start.
The Padres lost their last game 23-3 to the Chicago Cubs on July 1, 2026, and are on a five-game losing streak.
Mayfield is a 21-year-old left-handed pitcher currently playing at the High-A level for the Padres organization, with an ERA of 3.22 over 12 starts.
He has shown better control as he gains experience, but has had velocity issues, with his fastball falling to 90-92 mph at times.
The Red Sox could use Mayfield to bolster their pitching staff, and the Padres might be willing to give up a top prospect for a struggling hitter like Duran.
The Padres have also been linked to Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, and a multi-player trade could be a possibility.