Padres Named Best Fit for $3.85 Million All-Star Outfielder in Blockbuster Trade

San Diego Padres

ESPN baseball columnist Jeff Passan named the San Diego Padres as the best match for Boston Red Sox All-Star outfielder Jarren Duran, who would solve their problem in left field. The Padres have been without an everyday left fielder since Jason Heyward’s injury May 24, as they DFA’d him and ultimately released him upon his return. Designated hitter Gavin Sheets has played 31 games in left since Heyward’s departure, however with his presence in the field, the designated hitter spot is surrounded with uncertainty.

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