Trade-Acquired Diamondbacks to Watch.
Tyler Locklear, 1B. He made a change to his swing that helped his batting, which might be impressive with the Diamondbacks. Although he is 24.7 years old, he could be a late bloomer, similar to Christian Walker.
“Now, his hands start lower — below the letters on his jersey, sitting under the shoulders — which seems to be giving him more control and better rhythm as he moves into the zone.” — Tremayne Person, June of 2025.
Trade-Acquired Padres to Watch.
Ramon Laureani, Left Field. OPS+146 with Orioles.
Ryan O’Hearn, DH. OPS+ 135 with Orioles.
Mason Miller, Reliever. ERA+ 111 with As.
JP Sears, Rotation. ERA+ 84 with As.
Freddy Fermin, catcher.
Bryce Johnson, Outfield. Padres re-acquired him in an April trade. This season, his 118 OPS+ is by f