When A.J. Preller took over as the GM of the San Diego Padres in 2014, he knew the fans wanted a change - and fast. Over the offseason, he transformed the Friars from a 4th place team to World Series contenders by making numerous transactions in what came to be known as "Prellerpalooza." He traded starting catcher Yasmani Grandal to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Matt Kemp and Tim Federowicz. He acquired 2013 A.L. Rookie Of The Year Wil Myers from the Tampa Bay Rays. He dealt prospects to the Atlanta Braves for Justin Upton. He inked James Shields to a 4-year contract. He traded for new starting catcher Derek Norris from the Oakland A's. He also brought back short stop Everth Cabrera in free agency. These moves helped launched the Padres into playoff talks before spring training began. Now that spring training is over, it's time for the Padres to perform on the field instead of on paper. In advance to the team's Opening Day game in Los Angeles against the rival Dodgers, Manager Bud Black finalized the team's roster and depth chart:
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NOTE: I'll probably be playing 3-4 games a month. In April, I plan on playing Opening Day, the home opener, and two other home games, against the Diamondbacks and Astros.
