A former Detroit Tigers infielder is signing a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres ahead of the 2025 MLB season.
“Martinez’s acquisition could prove pivotal for the Padres, offering a cost-effective solution to their DH conundrum. As a three-time American League Silver Slugger, Martinez brings a wealth of experience and a potent bat that could bolster San Diego’s offensive lineup.”
According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Will Samon and Dennis Lin, the Padres informed Sasaki’s representatives that they were willing to offer him just over $10 million as a signing bonus. It would’ve required multiple trades and used up the entirety of their international bonus pool money, but the club was willing to do it to land Sasaki.
Padres, Dodgers and Roki Sasaki
The San Diego Padres could end up being dark horse candidates to acquire Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from the Toronto Blue Jays.
Rōki Sasaki may have taken a pay cut in order to pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The San Diego Padres were willing to offer Sasaki more than $10
The Baltimore Orioles have succeeded in addressing a few of their needs that existed coming into the offseason. Seeking to balance out their lineup with some ri
In addition to Sean Newcomb, the Red Sox also signed free-agent right-hander Yovanny Cruz to a minor-league contract earlier this week and invited him to major-league spring training on Friday, per a club announcement.
The family of the late Padres owner Peter Seidler is fighting over the whom to designate as the team's control person.
Cease had a strong first season with the Friars, accumulating a WAR of 4.8 and throwing a no hitter. He was worth the high price the Padres paid for him and will hopefully stay in brown and gold for a long time. He's enjoyed his time so far with the team and could easily help them get back to the postseason.
The 30-year-old left-hander, who finished last season with the Padres, has been one of the best relievers in baseball the past two years. He has reportedly agreed to a four-year, $72 million
The Boston Red Sox will likely be the favorites to land superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in a trade if the Toronto Blue Jays move him.