Luis Arraez is heading to San Diego. Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Padres acquiring two-time All-Star in blockbuster trade

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Renzo Pocholo Salao | Last updated 5/4/24

The San Diego Padres are reportedly adding another incandescent player to their already star-studded roster.

The Padres are “nearing a deal to acquire” Miami Marlins second baseman Luis Arraez, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

The Marlins are reportedly receiving three prospects and a relief pitcher in return. The trade is under medical review but is expected to push “finalized soon,” per Passan.

BREAKING: The San Diego Padres are nearing a deal to acquire second baseman Luis Arraez from the Miami Marlins for a package of three prospects and a relief pitcher, a source familiar with the deal tells ESPN. The trade is in medical review but is expected to be finalized soon.

— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) May 4, 2024

Marlins traded Luis Arraez to the Padres as @JeffPassan reported. Miami. The Marlins are getting Dylan Head, Woo Suk-Go, Nathan Martorella in return. Per source.
— Craig Mish (@CraigMish) May 4, 2024

Through 33 games this season, Arraez has hit .299 with eight doubles and five RBI. The 27-year-old Venezuelan has proved himself to be one of the best hitters in baseball. He won the batting title in each of his last two seasons.

Arraez led the majors with an astounding .354 batting average last season, which saw him earn his second All-Star nod and a few MVP votes.

The Marlins entered Friday’s contests with a 9-24 record — one of just three teams that had yet to breach the 10-win mark. It’s no surprise that Miami may be looking to sell high on its top players in order to acquire assets for the future.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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