"The awful contract that could force Padres' hand in possible Mason Miller trade"
This commentary argues that the Padres may trade closer Mason Miller to offload Xander Bogaerts' expensive contract, citing Bogaerts' declining performance and the team's middling record. It suggests that a team willing to absorb some of Bogaerts' salary could facilitate a deal, with the Padres' front office keeping options open ahead of the trade deadline.