Padres predicted to poach Dodgers' $32M two-time Cy Young winner in 'motivated' free agency move

The San Diego Padres are predicted to sign a two-time Cy Young Award-winning pitcher currently valued at $32 million away from the Los Angeles Dodgers in free agency. The Padres have an identified need at the starting pitcher position and are considered motivated to outbid their NL West rivals. The specific pitcher has not been named in the excerpt, but the move would represent a significant roster upgrade for San Diego.