This week's MLBTR Mailbag discusses several players and includes inquiries about Jarren Duran, particularly the Padres' interest in him. While Duran had an outstanding season, garnering 8.7 WAR and MVP consideration, the Padres' depleted farm system poses challenges for any potential trade. The article highlights the complexities behind trading Duran, especially given the Padres' aggressive approach and need for outfield talent, though it remains uncertain whether a deal is likely to materialize.
"The Padres have a clear need in the outfield and an ultra-aggressive baseball operations leader in A.J. Preller. It'd frankly be more surprising if they hadn't inquired on Duran."
"Duran had a borderline MVP-caliber season last year, hitting .285/.342/.492 with plus defense and elite baserunning. Baseball-Reference valued him at 8.7 wins above replacement."
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