Blockbuster Trade Alert: Cy Young Winner Headed to Padres in Shocking Garrett Crochet Deal

CBS Sports’ Matt Snyder proposed an intriguing trade scenario where the San Diego Padres land St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Sonny Gray, addressing their pressing need for a reliable starting pitcher. Gray had a stellar 2024 season, finishing with 203 strikeouts, ranking ninth in Major League Baseball. The Padres, who have struggled with pitching depth, could greatly benefit from Gray’s experience and strikeout ability as they aim to strengthen their rotation for a postseason push.

In addition to Gray, both Snyder and Jim Bowden of *The Athletic* have suggested that the Padres might also target former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber. Despite coming off Tommy John surgery and being expected to miss the beginning of the 2024 season, Bieber remains a compelling option for San Diego. When healthy, the right-handed pitcher has been one of the best in the game, and if he can return to his pre-surgery form, he would provide a significant upgrade to the Padres’ rotation. The potential acquisition of either Gray or Bieber would significantly bolster the Padres’ pitching staff and could make them serious contenders for a deep playoff run.