Tag

Aj Preller

All articles tagged with #aj preller

sports10 days ago•7 min saved

Padres extend architect of contention A.J. Preller with multi-year deal

San Diego Padres announce a multi-year contract extension for president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, locking him in for at least three more years (length not disclosed) as the architect who rebuilt the franchise into a perennial contender. The move follows a tenure that has yielded four playoff appearances in six years and an NLCS in 2022, driven by bold trades and payroll decisions; teammates like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado publicly praised his leadership as the team aims for its first World Series.

via San Diego Union-Tribune|

#aj-preller #baseball-operations #extension

sports11 days ago•4 min saved

Padres lock in A.J. Preller with new multi-year deal amid offseason uncertainty

The San Diego Padres announced a multiyear extension for GM A.J. Preller through 2028, ending months of uncertainty amid an offseason that included manager Mike Shildt’s resignation, a rookie manager in Craig Stammen, and looming sale talks. Preller, praised for building competitive rosters and back-to-back 90-win seasons despite budget constraints and a depleted farm system, negotiated with team chairman John Seidler for an extended contract (the exact length wasn’t disclosed). Manny Machado publicly supported keeping Preller, and the Padres’ ownership situation could influence future decisions even as the club remains broadly positioned for continued fan engagement.

via The New York Times|

#aj-preller #baseball-operations #manny-machado

baseball11 days ago•24 min saved

Padres Extend A.J. Preller, Securing Front-Office Stability

The San Diego Padres announced a multi-year extension for president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, keeping the architect of the team’s aggressive roster-building in place as ownership questions loom. Terms were not disclosed; since taking over in 2014, Preller has helped transform the Padres into playoff contenders with a high-profile trade track record, even as payroll and asset-management debates persist.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#aj-preller #baseball #extension

baseball26 days ago•17 min saved

Sheets to Start at 1B as Padres Rework DH Mix

With Luis Arraez departing for the Giants on a one-year deal, Gavin Sheets is positioned to take San Diego’s first-base job in 2026. He hit .252/.317/.429 with 19 homers in 145 games last season, but his outfield defense was poor; a move back to first could boost his value and help enable a more flexible DH mix. The Padres are weighing a platoon partner for Sheets and have added options like Sung-Mun Song and Will Wagner for the DH role, potentially resting regulars such as Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts. Meanwhile, GM AJ Preller’s contract extension remains unsettled amid reported tensions with club leadership, even as he has steered the team through a successful run in recent years.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#aj-preller #baseball #designated-hitter

sports6 months ago•7 min saved

Padres' All-In Trade Deadline and Bullpen Strategy Shake Up NL West

A.J. Preller, GM of the San Diego Padres, executed a bold and aggressive series of trades at the MLB deadline, acquiring key players to strengthen the team for a playoff push while risking long-term prospects, reflecting a sense of urgency to contend for a World Series amid a competitive NL West.

via ESPN|

#aj-preller #baseball #mlb

sports7 months ago•10 min saved

Padres Make Bold Moves to Strengthen Roster and Challenge Dodgers

The San Diego Padres, led by A.J. Preller, made a significant series of trades at the MLB deadline to strengthen their roster for a World Series run, adding key pitchers, hitters, and bullpen arms without sacrificing major league players, signaling their strong commitment to winning their first championship.

via San Diego Union-Tribune|

#aj-preller #mlb #padres

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Padres Consider Trading Dylan Cease Amidst Offseason Moves

The San Diego Padres are exploring trade options for several key players, including Dylan Cease, Luis Arraez, and Xander Bogaerts, as they seek to manage salary constraints and improve their roster. General Manager A.J. Preller is known for his active trading strategy, and with players like Cease and Arraez being attractive trade candidates due to their performance and contract situations, the Padres are looking to gain payroll flexibility. Bogaerts, despite his large contract and recent struggles, is also being considered for trade.

via Sports Illustrated|

#aj-preller #dylan-cease #mlb-trades

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

MLB Teams Gear Up for Roki Sasaki Sweepstakes

The San Diego Padres are optimistic about signing Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki, who has been posted by his Japanese team and is expected to join a Major League Baseball team by mid-January. Padres manager Mike Shildt expressed confidence in their chances, citing the team's competitive nature, strong fan base, and connections to Japanese baseball, including pitcher Yu Darvish and adviser Hideo Nomo. Despite budget constraints, the Padres are keen on adding Sasaki to their roster, viewing him as a potential front-line starter.

via The San Diego Union-Tribune|

#aj-preller #japanese-baseball #mlb

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Padres Confirm Bob Melvin as Manager for 2024 Season

Bob Melvin will continue as the manager of the San Diego Padres for the 2024 season, according to general manager A.J. Preller. Despite a disappointing season, Preller dismissed reports of a strained relationship with Melvin and expressed excitement about the challenge of returning the team to the postseason next year. The Padres finished with an 82-80 record and missed the playoffs after entering the season with high expectations. Preller acknowledged the frustration and disappointment of the season but remains optimistic about the team's future under Melvin's leadership.

via ESPN|

#aj-preller #bob-melvin #manager

sports2 years ago•7 min saved

Padres' Struggles Continue with Loss to Nationals and Optioning of Waldron.

The San Diego Padres lost a series to the lowly Washington Nationals, sustaining their most lopsided defeat by a team at the bottom of the National League standings since they lost another 8-3 game to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sept. 1, 2021. The Padres are 37-41 on the season, having not sniffed .500 since losing a series to the Twins. They are 17-17 since they agreed, behind closed doors, it was time to clean up their game and their focus. The Padres are now 8-30 when their opponent scores first, 5-13 in one-run games, 0-6 in extra-inning games, 3-31 when trailing after six innings and 4-34 when they score three or fewer runs.

via The Athletic|

#aj-preller #bob-melvin #mlb

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

Dodgers Continue to Reign Supreme in NL West Despite Padres' Efforts.

Despite the Padres' star-studded roster and high payroll, the Dodgers remain the standard in the NL West due to their cohesive team identity and carefully constructed roster featuring 10 homegrown players. The Padres, on the other hand, are a top-heavy collection of imported stars lacking a clear team identity and a balanced, sustainable roster. While the Padres may out-talent the Dodgers at some point this season, the Dodgers are set up better long-term with a strong farm system and young talent.

via The Athletic|

#aj-preller #dodgers #nl-west