Athletics acquire Eduarniel Núñez in six-player deal

Oakland adds shortstop, two pitchers in trade with Padres

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Oakland Athletics have acquired shortstop Eduarniel Núñez, shortstop Leo De Vries, right-hander Braden Nett, and right-hander Henry Baez from the San Diego Padres in exchange for right-hander Mason Miller and two other players.

Why it matters

This trade represents a significant roster shakeup for both the Athletics and Padres as they look to improve their teams ahead of the upcoming MLB season. Núñez, a promising young shortstop, could become a key part of Oakland's future plans.

The details

In the six-player deal, the Athletics received Núñez, De Vries, Nett, and Baez from the Padres, while sending Miller and two other unnamed players the other way. Núñez, 24, has shown flashes of potential in his brief MLB career so far and will look to establish himself as an everyday shortstop in Oakland.

  • The trade was completed on Thursday, March 2, 2026.

The players

Eduarniel Núñez

A 24-year-old shortstop acquired by the Athletics from the Padres in a six-player trade.

Leo De Vries

A shortstop also acquired by the Athletics from the Padres in the six-player deal.

Braden Nett

A right-handed pitcher acquired by the Athletics from the Padres in the six-player trade.

Henry Baez

A right-handed pitcher acquired by the Athletics from the Padres in the six-player trade.

Mason Miller

A right-handed pitcher sent from the Athletics to the Padres in the six-player deal.

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What’s next

The Athletics will look to integrate the new players into their roster as they prepare for the upcoming MLB season.

The takeaway

This trade represents an effort by both the Athletics and Padres to improve their rosters and position themselves for success in the 2026 season and beyond.