Miller was able to speak on the trade and what to expect from him with a new team. Speculation has risen on how the Padres will use him, hinting at a possible change from a closing role to starting games.

The Padres already employ a solid closer in the form of Robert Suarez. But Miller is younger, cheaper, and under team control through 2029. Preller can now package Suarez to another club in order to improve the club’s lineup. Or he can stand pat and boast a super ‘pen.