Dealing Pads get O'Hearn, Laureano for 6 players

The San Diego Padres have acquired first baseman Ryan O'Hearn and outfielder Ramon Laureano from the Baltimore Orioles in a multi-player trade. The Padres sent six minor-league players to the Orioles as part of the deal. O'Hearn, a former eighth-round draft pick, has played for the Orioles since 2019 and has a career batting average of .250 with 18 home runs. Laureano, an outfielder, has been with the Orioles since 2022 and is known for his defensive abilities. The trade allows the Padres to bolster their roster with experienced major-league players, while the Orioles acquire a group of promising minor-league prospects. The details of the six players involved in the trade have not been disclosed. The transaction is seen as an effort by the Padres to strengthen their lineup and improve their chances of success in the upcoming season, while the Orioles may be looking to build for the future by acquiring young talent.