Padres offseason targets 2025: Biggest needs, best fits as San Diego tries to outrun close-but-no-cigar fate

The San Diego Padres have been consistently close to achieving success in recent years, coming close to winning the World Series but falling short each time. The team’s front office led by A.J. Preller is now faced with the task of finally achieving that goal. With key free agents like Scott and Profar likely to depart, the Padres need to address their pitching rotation, outfield, and catching positions. Payroll constraints may limit their options, but potential fits include Roki Sasaki, Yusei Kikuchi, and Nathan Eovaldi. Trade possibilities for players like Jack Flaherty, Walker Buehler, and Luis Severino are also on the table. The Padres could also consider signing free agents such as Shane Bieber, Garrett Crochet, Sonny Gray, and Jordan Montgomery to bolster their roster for the upcoming season. In considering replacements for Profar, the Padres could target Brent Rooker, who offers power potential and team control through 2027, or Anthony Santander, who brings a strong left-handed bat and could benefit from a change of scenery. Additionally, Bo Bichette could be a trade target to reshape the infield alignment, potentially allowing for versatile defensive moves and lineup adjustments. Catcher options like Higashioka, d’Arnaud, McCann, Stallings, or Grandal could provide cost-effective solutions to fill the position.

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