San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

San Diego, California United States of America
Adam has 2.30 ERA and 30.4% strikeout rate with impressive pitch mix since joining Rays in 2022
Adam under team control through end of 2026 season, entering second year of arbitration eligibility
Padres giving up prospects Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez for Adam's services
Padres recognized need for another high-leverage arm to secure wins in close games
San Diego Padres acquired right-handed reliever Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays
San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

The San Diego Padres made a significant move at the MLB Trade Deadline by acquiring right-handed reliever Jason Adam from the Tampa Bay Rays. The deal came at a high cost, as the Padres gave up three prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez.

Adam has been an effective reliever for several teams throughout his career, including the Padres earlier in his tenure. Since joining the Rays in 2022, he has a 2.30 ERA and a 30.4% strikeout rate with an impressive pitch mix consisting of a high-velo fastball averaging 95.4 mph and an outstanding changeup.

The Padres are getting Adam under team control through the end of the 2026 season as he enters his second year of arbitration eligibility. He has a knack for missing bats with a whiff rate in the top five percent of the league, making him an excellent addition to their bullpen.

The Padres have had success this season with their current relievers, including closer Robert Suarez and setup men Adrian Morejon and Jeremiah Estrada. However, they recognized the need for another high-leverage arm to help secure wins in close games.

Lesko was the 15th overall pick by the Padres in 2022 and is considered one of the better prospects in baseball despite control issues. Bush Jr., a speed-and-defense specialist, has 65 steals in 76 tries at High-A level, while Gonzalez, a third-round pick last year, is projected to potentially be a two-way player from behind the plate someday.

The Padres are currently in possession of a National League Wild Card spot with a record of 57-50 and will remain active in the coming days ahead of Tuesday's deadline. They are expected to make at least one more move, most likely for a starting pitcher.



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    • The Padres acquired right-handed reliever Jason Adam from the Rays in exchange for three prospects: Dylan Lesko, Bush, and Gonzalez.
    • Adam has a 2.49 ERA and a 0.89 WHIP in 47 innings this season.
    • Adam owns a three-pitch mix with a high-velo, high-spin fastball averaging 95.4 mph and an outstanding 2,654 rpm.
    • The Padres are getting Adam under team control through 2026 as he enters his second year of arbitration eligibility.
    • Adam has a knack for missing bats with a whiff rate in the top five percent of the league.
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    The author makes several statements that are not fallacies but rather an analysis of the trade and the players involved. However, there is one instance of an appeal to authority when AJ Preller states 'You're not going to get performers like Jason Adam without giving up good prospects.' This statement implies that because Preller has made this trade before, it is a necessary truth that good prospects must be given up for high-performing players. While it may be true in this instance, it does not make it a universal truth and therefore constitutes an appeal to authority fallacy.
    • 'You're not going to get performers like Jason Adam without giving up good prospects.'
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    • The Padres acquired right-handed reliever Jason Adam from the Rays on Sunday.
    • Adam has continued to have sub-3.00 ERAs in each of the past two seasons.
    • Adam's pitches - fastball, slider, and changeup - all grade as above average.
    • The Padres gave up their top pitching prospect Dylan Lesko, center fielder Homer Bush Jr., and catcher J.D. Gonzalez in exchange for Adam.
    • Adam has a 1.56 ERA in 63.2 innings over the past three seasons with the Rays.
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    • The Padres acquired right-hander Jason Adam from the Rays in exchange for three prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez.
    • Adam was drafted by the Royals in 2010 and has played for several organizations including the Padres, Twins, Blue Jays, Cubs, and Rays.
    • Since joining the Rays in 2022, Adam has a 2.30 ERA, a 30.4% strikeout rate, an 8.3% walk rate, and a 44.7% ground ball rate.
    • The Padres designated right-hander Glenn Otto for assignment to open a roster spot.
    • Adam is eligible for two more arbitration seasons before becoming a free agent after 2026.
    • The Padres have had a seven-game winning streak and are currently in possession of a National League Wild Card spot with a record of 57-50.
    • Lesko was selected 15th overall by the Padres in 2022 and is considered one of the better prospects in the league despite control issues.
    • Bush is a speed-and-defense specialist with a contact-based approach at the plate and has 65 steals in 76 tries.
    • Gonzalez was a third-round pick last year and is projected to potentially be a two-way player from behind the plate someday.
    • Otto was claimed off waivers in September but has struggled with a 7.63 ERA in the minors this year.
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    • The Padres traded their No. 1 pitching prospect Dylan Lesko to acquire right-hander Jason Adam from the Rays.
    • Adam throws four pitches: fastball, change, slider, and a sweeper.
    • Adam is under contract until the end of 2026.
    • Catcher J.D. Gonzalez is playing in Low A and throwing out 28% of runners thanks to a plus arm.
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    • Adam has been an above-average reliever for the Rays since 2022.
    • Lesko was the 15th overall pick in the 2022 draft and underwent Tommy John surgery before his rookie season.
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    • Adam has two more years of arbitration eligibility, giving Padres contractual control through 2026 (not in other articles)
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    • Jason Adam owns a career 2.30 ERA and strikes out over a batter per inning
    • The Padres are getting Adam under team control through 2026 as he enters his second year of arbitration eligibility.
    • Adam has a knack for missing bats with a whiff rate in the top five percent of the league.
    • Dylan Lesko was Padres’ 1st round draft pick in 2022, regarded as best high school arm in class but had command issues at High-A Fort Wayne.
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