Before Closer Mason Miller was bought by the San Diego Padres on a smash trade deadline deal, the Los Angeles were linked to the Athletics All-Star.
More news: option outfielder hints at a surprise call-up
With both Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates on the injured list, it seemed inevitable that the would approach this summer, but there was never a deal.
Several teams approaching deadline: Kamilo Doval and David Bedner went to the Miller to the New York Yankees, Griffin Jacks, Tampa Bay Rays, Ryan Healthley, New York Mets, Joan Duran, Philadelphia Phillies and the Padres.
However, the were far more conservative in their pursuits, signing reliever Brock Stewart and outfielder Alex Cole.
As for NL West’s rivals, the Padres essentially had five deals on July 31st, involving a total of 22 players. Miller Headline Deadline Day acquisition as Miller was considered a crown jewel in the relief market.
The Padres waste no time Miller wasting adaptation to the San Diego clubhouse. The team quickly spoke more closely about their feelings towards the defending champion.
“They told me right away,” Miller said in the Foul Territory. “Obviously we don’t like those guys very much.”
“I didn’t really have a rivalry to that extent. A plays the Mariners, plays a lot of Astros, plays a lot of close games, and wants to win more than the rest.
The two NL West teams will face off in a three-game series starting on August 15th. The Padres have only two games behind the heading into the weekend, which has bolstered the division race.
When it comes to the best category of baseball, there is no shortage of entertainment. It will also be interesting to witness the -Padres clash following the previous meeting. In June, the and Padres were headed twice in nine days.
So far, rival matches have featured clearing the bench, with both managers being thrown. When the and Padres face the next time they face, they don’t know what’s in the store.
More news: Dave Roberts discusses how the will use Saga when the return
Photo credit: Chadd Cady-Imagn Image
Have you joined us? Mismatch Channel still? Be part of the ultimate Snation community and get VIP Nation Access! Don’t miss out on real-time stories, call-in access to the dugout, behind-the-scenes content, exclusive interviews, gifts and more!