San Diego Padres and Jed Hoyer in the Final Analysis

The 2010 Padres were the talk of the league. No, they didn't win the NL West as it turned out, but they surprised everyone by being the best team in that division for most of the season. Then, they began tearing it down more by trading Adrian Gonzalez to the Red Sox for Casey Kelly, Anthony Rizzo, Reymond Fuentes, and Eric Patterson. Of the four, Rizzo has made an appearances, but doesn't appear ready for prime time.

Of course, Adrian Gonzalez is solidifying himself as one of the best first baseman in baseball. During the season, the team paired it down further when they traded Ryan Ludwick and Mik...

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