Lin and Rosenthal also report that the Padres have interest in A’s flamethrower, Mason Miller. Miller remains a long-shot trade candidate but would be one of the most impactful arms available if the A’s seriously consider dealing him.

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The San Diego Padres reportedly have their sights set on lights-out Athletics closer Mason Miller. As Padres general manager A.J. Preller pursues outfielders Jarren Duran and Steven Kwan ahead of Thursday’s MLB trade deadline,