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Padres Notes: Outfielder Suddenly Retires at 24, Friars Linked to All-Star Ace, Series Loss to Dodgers

Originally posted on San Diego Padres on SI
By Gabe Smallson | Last updated Jun 12, 2025 11:59 AM ET

The San Diego Padres lost to the rival Los Angeles Dodgers, 5-2, on Wednesday afternoon. The Friars fell to 38-29 on the year, but will be back in L.A. for a four game set against the Dodgers on Monday.

Additionally, a top outfield prospect for San Diego suddenly retired at just 24 years old. The 2019 MLB draft pick only played 47 games in Double-A San Antonio as he decided to end his professional baseball career.

Finally, both the Friars as well as the Dodgers are predicted to enter a bidding war for an All-Star starting pitcher ahead of the trade deadline. A southpaw pitcher to help out the rotation during the second half of the season seems like it would be perfect fit for the Padres.

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