Former Mets general manager Zack Scott came up with a mock trade involving New York and the San Diego Padres, who might be motivated to move Michael King

The Atlanta Braves are checking on starting pitching talent along with the rival New York Mets. According to New York Mets on SI’s Pat Ragazzo, both teams, among others, are interested in Padres starting pitchers Dylan Cease and Michael King. The Mets are reported to have specifically spoken with the Padres.

The Chicago Cubs are interested in acquiring an ace from the San Diego Padres' starting rotation through a trade.

The Chicago Cubs have been one of the surprise teams this winter with their aggressive approach to the offseason. They replaced Cody Bellinger with Kyle