This Day In Dodgers History: Greg Maddux Acquired In Trade With Padres
Briefly

On August 19, 2008, Greg Maddux was traded back to the Los Angeles Dodgers from the San Diego Padres for Minor League pitchers Eduardo Perez and Mike Watt. Previously, Maddux had a notable 2006 season with the Dodgers after being acquired from the Chicago Cubs. His second stint in 2008 was less successful, ending with a 2-4 record and a 5.09 ERA. Maddux's career concluded following the postseason, where he had four innings as a reliever. He earned 18 Gold Glove Awards, eight All-Star selections, and four Cy Young Awards during his career and has held various front office roles after retirement.
Greg Maddux was re-acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Aug. 19, 2008, in exchange for Minor League pitchers Eduardo Perez and Mike Watt.
During his second run with the Dodgers, Maddux pitched 2-4 with a 5.09 ERA across seven starts at the end of the 2008 season.
Maddux retired after the Dodgers were eliminated in the National League Championship Series, concluding a remarkable 23-year Major League career.
Greg Maddux received 18 Gold Glove Awards, the most for any pitcher in MLB history, complementing his eight All-Star selections and four Cy Young Awards.
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