NL West Team Showing Trade Interest In Brewers Star Corbin Burnes

December 04, 2023 ,

The San Diego Padres have shown a keen interest in acquiring Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes.

This move is seen as part of the Padres' strategy to strengthen their roster, particularly focusing on enhancing their pitching depth.

The Padres' intention to engage in a trade for Burnes aligns with their broader objective of returning to winning ways in the upcoming 2024 season.

The pursuit of Burnes also coincides with the Padres' efforts to manage their payroll more efficiently.

This has led to rumors about them potentially moving on from Juan Soto, a notable name in their lineup, as part of a strategy to balance their financial commitments while still aiming for a competitive team composition.

Last season, the 29-year-old posted a 3.39 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, with 200 strikeouts across 193.2 innings and 32 starts.

The interest in Burnes, a right-hander and the 2021 National League Cy Young award winner, indicates the Padres' focus on bringing in top talent to enhance their pitching strength​​.

While the Padres have inquired about several top starters available in free agency, their approach seems more inclined towards pursuing pitchers through trades or moderate deals, rather than splurging in free agency.

The addition of a player of Burnes' caliber would undoubtedly be a significant boost to their pitching roster and could be a pivotal factor in their performance in the upcoming seasons​. Photo Credit:  Michael McLoone-USA TODAY Sports



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