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Padres mailbag: A.J. Preller's rosters, Bob Melvin's status and other takeaways - The Athletic
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We traded Manny Machado to every team. Here's who he helps most - ESPN
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AJ Preller JUST said THIS about Juan Soto and Manny Machado's future with the San Diego Padres
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MLB playoffs: Padres win first postseason series since 1998 - Sports Illustrated
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Fernando Tatis Jr., A.J. Preller fire back at narrative blaming Manny Machado for Padres lost season
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Padres Fire Manger Jayce Tingler After Second-half Collapse - Bloomberg
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Juan Soto trade grades: Padres get 'A' for landing superstar; low marks for Nationals despite big haul
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Manny Machado ready to move back to third base
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Padres playing like it matters, something they might want to figure out sooner in the future - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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AJ Preller JUST said THIS about Juan Soto and Manny Machado's future with the San Diego Padres
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Preller wants to retain Machado beyond opt-out: 'It's more Manny's decision
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I blame these clowns for the 2023 season : r/Padres