​Mason Miller GettySAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 28: Mason Miller #22 of the San Diego Padres pitches against the Detroit Tigers during the ninth inning at Petco Park on March 28, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images) GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 05: Manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after a pitching change during the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium on July 05, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) GettyThe New York Yankees have been a hot topic in the Major Leagues with the trade deadline approaching.Acquiring a catcher is undoubtedly a top priority for the franchise, but they would also benefit from a reliable closer.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThis is where the San Diego Padres come in.Mason MillerGettyMason Miller of the San Diego Padres is floating around the New York Yankees in trade rumorsAll-Star closer Miller Mason of San Diego is an intriguing name ahead of the deadline.Jon Heyman of the New York Post now considers him to be a primary candidate for New York.At the time of this writing, it’s unclear if the Padres will be tabbed as buyers or sellers this year.But if they’re willing to part ways with 27-year-old Miller, now is the time for the Yankees to put out feelers.Heyman also notes that catcher Ryan Jeffers of the Minnesota Twins should be a top name for the organization, but this isn’t anything new. Jeffers’ name has been floating around New York for quite some time.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMason hasn’t been mentioned nearly as much, but he would likely provide just as much of a boost.San Diego is currently 48-48 overall after their latest victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.They are placed third in the National League West.Heyman states that once the All-Star break wraps up and the schedule resumes, it will become clearer if the Padres are planning to buy or sell.Mason MillerGettyMason Miller of the San Diego Padres could be traded to the New York YankeesAs a two-time MLB All-Star, Miller is one of those closers who would be a sought-after candidate for nearly any organization.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn 2021, the Athletics selected him 97th overall in the third round of the draft. He made his debut with the ballclub in April 2023.In July 2025, the Athletics traded him to the Padres alongside JP Sears.In return, they received Henry Baez, Leo De Vries, Braden Nett and Eduarniel Núñez.Throughout his four years playing in the Major Leagues, he’s registered an overall 2.3 ERA and a 0.92 WHIP.This year alone, he’s riding a 0.91 ERA and 72 strikeouts across 39.3 innings of work through 38 games.Along the way, he’s walked 13 batters.According to Mark W. Sanchez of the New York Post, Miller shared his thoughts on the ongoing trade rumors.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“The rumors are what they are,” said Miller. “The Yankees are a good team,