Overview

• San Diego sent six prospects to Baltimore on July 31 to acquire first baseman Ryan O’Hearn and outfielder Ramón Laureano
• O’Hearn joined the Padres batting .283 with 13 home runs and 43 RBIs through 94 games for the Orioles
• At their introductory press appearance, O’Hearn praised Petco Park’s atmosphere and Laureano called the Padres “a legit ball club” with World Series aspirations
• O’Hearn’s ability to play first base, corner outfield or serve as a designated hitter gives the club greater lineup flexibility
• The Padres hold a 61-49 record, sit three games behind the Dodgers in the NL West and occupy the No. 2 National League Wild Card spot