SAN DIEGO – San Diego Padres star Manny Machado is not holding back after the team’s shocking decision to trade All-Star pitcher Dylan Cease and star shortstop Xander Bogaerts. In a fiery statement, Machado sent a brutal warning to Padres management and GM A.J. Preller, making it clear that the latest moves could have serious consequences for the team’s future.
According to sources close to the situation, Machado was furious upon learning that the Padres had dealt Cease and Bogaerts just months after acquiring the ace pitcher and signing Bogaerts to a massive contract. The trades, which signal a shift toward a potential rebuild, have not sat well with the clubhouse leader.
“We’re here to win, not to rebuild,” Machado reportedly told teammates. “If this front office thinks we’re just going to accept moves like this without a fight, they’re wrong. The fans deserve better. We deserve better.”
Dylan Cease, who was expected to be a key piece in the Padres’ rotation, was dealt in a blockbuster move, while Bogaerts—one of the team’s highest-paid players—was moved in a cost-cutting effort. The deals have sparked frustration among players, with Machado taking the lead in voicing his discontent.
Insiders suggest that Machado could consider demanding a trade if the Padres continue to dismantle the roster. While the star third baseman remains under contract, his patience is wearing thin, and his warning to Preller and the front office is a clear indication that changes could be coming.
Fans have also reacted strongly to the moves, with many taking to social media to blast the front office for what they see as another questionable set of decisions. With Spring Training approaching, all eyes will be on Machado and the Padres to see how the drama unfolds.
For now, one thing is certain: Manny Machado isn’t backing down, and the Padres’ leadership has a storm brewing inside their own clubhouse.
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