The San Diego Padres outfield would be one of the best in 2024. Jurickson Profar, who signed a $1 million deal after the start of spring training, became an All-Star.

Roki Sasaki's fastball regularly reached 100 mph, his right arm a whirling force of nature. The Dodgers were smitten. Sasaki could eventually be the best pitcher in the world, team officials told one ...