The San Diego Padres are known for making moves at the deadline, and the latest update to MLB.com's deadline tracker has them connected to an ace on the market.

The San Diego Padres have entertained the idea of trading Dylan Cease, as he continues to underperform in the final year of his contract. But getting rid of Cease in the middle of a Wild Card chase feels counteproductive,

“The Padres are open-minded to buy and sell,” said Morosi. “Perhaps you trade [Dylan] Cease, who has an expiring contract, to replenish some of your minor league depth. And then use that new prospect depth to go out there and make a package for Sandy Alcantara… Steven Kwan is a possibility.