Why AJ Preller’s Padres Deadline Strategy May Have RUINED Prospects for 2026—Can They RECOVER?

San Diego Padres face critical questions after AJ Preller’s trade deadline decisions. Did quiet moves for Ramon Laureano and Ryan O’Hearn, along with the high-stakes Mason Miller acquisition, set the team up for success—or did they gamble away future assets that could have shored up the rotation and catcher depth?  Javier Reyes breaks down the impact of lineup depth, bullpen upgrades, and missed opportunities for starter reinforcements. Topics include Laureano’s clutch bat, potential for Miller’s conversion to starting pitcher, and fallout from lackluster performances by Nestor Cortes and JP Sears. Plus, Javi responds to some listener questions over Manny Machado’s Hall of Fame case versus Max Muncy, and the Padres’ offseason strategy, and more! Go Padres. 0:00 – Padres Trade Deadline Review 8:20 – Mason Miller Trade Analysis 18:40 – Fan Comments & Mailbag Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioosSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.