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The issue of cost certainty comes into play when discussing potential trades. The Padres’ discussions with the New York Yankees concerning Arraez could see the Yankees know precisely the $14 million price tag for trading the player. Speculation surrounding the return for the Padres includes names like Clark Schmidt and Jason Dominguez from the Yankees’ roster. However, a significant concern looms: with Joe Musgrove already gone, is trading Cease wise when the Padres lack sufficient pitching depth for the coming season?