Teams are currently in the exploratory stage of trade talks, with expectations of interest in Paddack, who missed the final 21⁄2 months of the season due to a forearm strain. He is owed $7.5 million in the last year of his contract and had an inconsistent season, posting a 4.99 ERA over 17 starts. However, he will be another year removed from his second Tommy John elbow surgery, which could enhance his trade value.