MLB insider says the San Diego Padres are a 'long shot' to trade for Boston Red Sox star with 51 RBI despite strong interest ahead of the deadline.

The San Diego Padres have to do some payroll gymnastics to address their needs and not take themselves out of the playoff race at the trade deadline.

The post MLB Insider suggests intriguing Padres buy/sell trade deadline strategy appeared first on ClutchPoints. With the trade deadline looming and playoff hopes hanging in the balance, the San Diego Padres could take a path few contenders consider — buying and selling at the same time.

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The San Diego Padres have been closely linked to a blockbuster trade for Boston Red Sox star outfielder Jarren Duran for the last few weeks.

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The San Diego Padres have recalled right-hander Stephen Kolek from Triple-A El Paso, and he is set to start Tuesday evening's contest against the Miami Marlins.

There’s no telling yet whether these Padres have another second-half surge in them. But through 100 games, they are, in some ways, ahead of schedule. With their 2-1 victory at loanDepot park on Monday night,

The Boston Red Sox are considering trading Jarren Duran away, with the San Diego Padres and Philadelphia Phillies waiting in the wings.

Kolek (3-5) took the loss Tuesday against Miami, allowing three runs on eight hits and one walk with five strikeouts across 5.2 innings.