The San Diego Padres landed Mason Miller from the Athletics in a deadline blockbuster, which also included JP Sears and infield prospect Leo De Vries. But the deal wasn't the Athletics' first choice for a potential Miller trade.

Athletics Facing Backlash for Mason Miller Trade Decision as History Repeats Itself originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Sitting just three games back of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West, the San Diego Padres made a splashy move on Thursday's MLB trade deadline day.

Mason Miller made his debut with the San Diego Padres on Friday night, plus when he found out that a trade could happen.