On the Beat, John Perrotto

The Padres figure to deal first baseman Adrian Gonzalez in the offseason after nearly trading him to the Dodgers last month; scouting director Grady Fuson’s days in San Diego also appear numbered. … If Mets GM Omar Minaya does return next season, assistant GM John Ricco is expected to have a larger role in the decision-making process and handle most of the responsibilities in dealing with the media.