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Ryan O'Hearn Sought Texas Trade Before Landing With Padres, Eyes Postseason Boost

The slugger sees postseason exposure as the key to his next contract.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 28: President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller of the San Diego Padres speaks to media prior to an Opening Day game against the San Francisco Giants at PETCO Park on March 28, 2024 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images)
Aug 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Ramon Laureano (5) doubles against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
Aug 22, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres designated hitter Ryan O'Hearn (32) celebrates with the dugout after hitting a single during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
Aug 1, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Ryan O'Hearn (32) looks on from the dugout before the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Chadd Cady-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Ken Rosenthal reports Ryan O'Hearn asked Orioles GM Mike Elias to be dealt to the Astros or Rangers to be closer to his Dallas home.
  • Brewers pitcher DL Hall texted O'Hearn that Milwaukee had made a "good" offer as the veteran stayed in Baltimore during deadline uncertainty.
  • San Diego acquired O'Hearn in its deadline push and he has played 20 games for the Padres with three home runs and 10 RBI while rotating at DH and first base.
  • The Padres are tied with the Dodgers for the NL West lead, giving O'Hearn a strong chance at October action with his new team.
  • O'Hearn is on a $2.5 million club option and is set for free agency after the season, with Spotrac projecting about $23 million over two years and the player saying postseason performance will boost his market.