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Heyman’s report highlights that the Padres are still holding on to a high asking price for Cease, requiring significant prospects in exchange for their star pitcher. While it’s clear that Cease possesses immense talent, the terms being discussed suggest the Padres want at least two top-ten prospects in any deal. This creates a dilemma for teams like the Mets, who are in pursuit of a front-line starting pitcher after struggling performance from their current rotation.