The San Diego Padres are actively seeking starting pitchers before the MLB trade deadline, with pitchers like Trevor Richards and Chris Bassitt from the Toronto Blue Jays being potential trade candidates. Financial constraints and Yu Darvish's uncertain status due to personal reasons are influencing the Padres' trade deadline decisions. The team's history of mid-season struggles due to injuries and pitching issues is a concern as they lead the wild card race. Tough roster decisions loom with Xander Bogaerts' impending return affecting players like Luis Arraez and Jake Cronenworth. Additionally, the Padres are eyeing pitchers like Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox but are cautious about pursuing injured Jesús Luzardo from the Miami Marlins.