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Jeff Passan Explains Padres’ Salary Shuffle After Michael King Deal

“They’re always looking to,” Passan said as the Padres juggle payroll after Michael King’s three-year, $75M deal. He called some contracts “untradeable,” saying Xander Bogaerts would need “$100 million paid down.” Fernando Tatis Jr. is “interesting” but unlikely. On King, Passan said, “If he's healthy, he’s one of the best pitchers,” with opt-outs limiting long-term risk.