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Rosenthal admits that no one, including himself or industry insiders, can predict exactly where all these moves will lead. Internal strategies, negotiations, and player valuations are fluid, with AJ Preller at the center of a complex, ongoing chess match.
He notes that the Padres may have already taken their best shot at restructuring their roster, but given the evolving division landscape, further upheaval is likely. The possibility of major trades, including blockbuster deals for established stars or prospects, remains high.