Subtracting Cease would create a large hole in a rotation that has struggled at times, but could give A.J. Preller the trade chips his own system lacks.

Buster Olney of ESPN reported that starting pitcher Dylan Cease could be available at the MLB trade deadline. San Diego is open to moving its All-Star pitcher, especially in a market thin on front-line starters. In return, the Padres want MLB talent who can help them win in October.

The San Diego Padres inquired with the Baltimore Orioles on a 5.58 ERA starter amid Dylan Cease's trade rumors.