Arraez Shines in Padres Debut, Marlins' Big Trade Amid Season Struggles
May 6, 2024![Arraez Shines in Padres Debut, Marlins' Big Trade Amid Season Struggles](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/3efd0f91b877a237f4b2caeba5e48bf9d74a1ec0fb91bcb91583bb9e2b21a759f0425659b6e87aaedf101cd90b707162b25635217626cfa1275f2fc8e88026c4.jpg)
The Miami Marlins traded Luis Arraez to the San Diego Padres for prospects Dillon Head, Jakob Marsee, Nathan Martorella, and reliever Woo-suk Go.
Marlins president Peter Bendix stated the trade was aimed at bolstering the team's long-term prospects.
Luis Arraez had a successful debut with the Padres, contributing four hits and an RBI in a 13-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The Padres' victory was highlighted by home runs from Ha-Seong Kim and Jurickson Profar, and a strong pitching performance from Michael King.
The Diamondbacks' performance was marred by early mistakes, including two runners being picked off at first in the opening inning.
The trade is part of the Marlins' strategy to rebuild after a poor start to the season, while Arraez is set to be used primarily as a DH, with some fielding duties at first and second base.
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AP News • May 5, 2024
Arraez has 4 hits after trade from Miami, Padres batter listless Diamondbacks 13-1![Luis Arraez collects four hits in first game with Padres - ESPN](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/3efd0f91b877a237f4b2caeba5e48bf9d74a1ec0fb91bcb91583bb9e2b21a759f0425659b6e87aaedf101cd90b707162b25635217626cfa1275f2fc8e88026c4.jpg)
ESPN • May 5, 2024
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CBSSports.com • May 4, 2024
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CBSSports.com • May 4, 2024
Luis Arraez trade: Padres acquire two-time batting champion from Marlins in five-player deal