Closer Robert Suarez enjoyed a superb 2025 campaign. Finishing the regular season with a 2.97 ERA, 75 strikeouts and 40 saves, the Venezuelan played a key role in helping the San Diego Padres make it to the playoffs, earning his second All-Star selection in the process.

The San Diego Padres have already lost one of their key pieces in free agency, Dylan Cease. Earlier in the week, he signed a seven-year, $210 million contract, the largest free agent contract in Blue Jays franchise history.

With Edwin Díaz and Devin Williams off the market, veteran right-handed reliever Robert Suárez becomes the hottest option for MLB teams hunting for a closer.

Mark Feinsand of MLB.com has linked the Atlanta Braves to former San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez in free agency.

The New York Mets need to target San Diego Padres free agent closer Robert Suarez after reportedly losing Edwin Diaz.