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Padres linked to two Royals All-Star pitchers, but former Gold Glove winner is clear choice
TL;DR
The San Diego Padres are reportedly interested in two All-Star pitchers from the Kansas City Royals as they seek starting pitching upgrades. Despite Randy Vazquez's strong performance, concerns remain about the rotation's stability.
Key points
- San Diego Padres are seeking starting pitching upgrades
- Randy Vazquez has performed well this season
- Concerns exist about the back end of the rotation
- Walker Buehler has a 5.40 ERA in six starts
- Griffin Canning recently returned from injury
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The San Diego Padres may be searching for starting pitching upgrades at this year's Major League trade deadline.
Randy Vazquez has been a pleasant surprise, but there are serious questions about how the back end of the rotation will hold up.
Right-hander Walker Buehler owns a 5.40 ERA through his first six starts, and Griffin Canning just made his season debut on Sunday after returning from a ruptured Achilles.
"This is an either/or situation here, not a both," FanSided's Chris Landers wrote Monday. "But if San Diego wants to build on its surprisingly strong start to this season, it's going to need to bolster a rotation that so far has been making it work with guys like Griffin Canning, Walker Buehler, and Matt Waldron behind Michael King."
Q&A
Which All-Star pitchers from the Royals are linked to the Padres?
The article mentions that the Padres are linked to two All-Star pitchers from the Kansas City Royals, though their names are not specified.
What are the current issues with the Padres' pitching rotation?
The Padres have concerns about the back end of their rotation, particularly with Walker Buehler's 5.40 ERA and Griffin Canning's recent return from injury.
How has Randy Vazquez performed for the Padres this season?
Randy Vazquez has been a pleasant surprise for the Padres, contributing positively to the pitching staff amid concerns about other pitchers.
