The San Diego Padres and Atlanta Braves could come together on a trade that would make a lot of sense for both sides this year.

For ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Padres are likely to consider such a possibility. And Passan predicts that the Padres could look towards the team's bullpen, and potentially, Robert Suarez, at the trade deadline.

Cease’s name has come up in trade rumors, largely because he’s in his final year under contract and is making nearly $14 million. Theoretically, the Padres could trade Cease for controllable pieces, while freeing up money to spend elsewhere on the roster.

The San Diego Padres have to make some big decisions. If they're going to swing a blockbuster trade, that means they're going to cut ties with top prospects.

The right-hander has only three wins this season but his durability and expiring contract make him a potentially attractive trade target ahead of the July 31 de