Padres Notes: Yu Darvish Setback, Seidler Addresses Relocation, Dylan Cease Trade Rumors

Oct 6, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish (11) reacts after an out in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Oct 6, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish (11) reacts after an out in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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The San Diego Padres provided some unfortunate news regarding potential Opening Day starter Yu Darvish, putting his spot on the mound to start the season in jeopardy.

The 38-year-old will be reevaluated later this week as the Friars will likely prepare to see Dylan Cease on the mound to kick off the 2025 season.

After an ownership lawsuit that seemed to be hanging over the franchise this offseason, the new control person, John Seidler, addressed relocation rumors. Seidler reaffirmed the team's goals for the future and what his vision for the team is.

And finally, as fans will likely see Cease on the mound Opening Day, there still are trade rumors surrounding the right-hander. With the kind of season he had last year, and the Padres' desire to shed payroll, it should be no surprise that nine teams have inquired about him this offseason.

Here’s all the latest Padres news and stories (click the headline for the full article):

Padres’ Yu Darvish Suffers Setback Putting Opening Day Start in Jeopardy

Padres New Control Person Addresses Relocation, Goals for Future

Nearly 10 Teams Have Shown Trade Interest in Padres' $108 Million Ace

Padres' Manny Machado Wants to Finish Career as MLB Hall of Famer

Padres Manager Mike Shildt Provides Major Update on 5th Starter Competition

Padres Extending Ace Would Cost $210 Million, Says Insider

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