Padres manager Mike Shildt said Dylan Cease will make his first spring start on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Cease had been in the middle of some trade rumors this offseason, but nothing came of it. He should get several starts in spring training ahead of the season.

Dylan Cease reported to the Padres spring training camp on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Cease and Michael King both reported despite continuing to remain in the middle of trade rumors. It has been reported that King is "less likely" to be traded.

The Cubs have reportedly spoken to the Padres regarding a trade for Dylan Cease.

Fantasy Impact

San Diego has reportedly been willing to trade at least one of Cease or Michael King before the season with Cease being the more likely of the two to be moved. This will remain a situation to monitor with spring training around the corner.

The Orioles have expressed interest in Dylan Cease.

Fantasy Impact

Cease would replace Corbin Burnes who it appears could be headed elsewhere. The Orioles have the farm system to get it done.

Dylan Cease will start on Wednesday in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

Cease will look to help the Padres advance to the NLCS after San Diego took a 2-1 series lead on Tuesday. He will be going up against a bullpen game for the Dodgers.