"Padres' Future Uncertain: Players on the Bubble, Roster Changes Needed for Playoff Push"
The San Diego Padres, currently struggling to make the playoffs, are also looking ahead to their 2024 plans. Scott Barlow, a relief pitcher recently acquired from the Royals, has been performing poorly since joining the team, with a 5.83 ERA in 2023. Despite his past success, the Padres may consider finding a different reliever for the 2024 season rather than taking a gamble on Barlow returning to form.