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Castellanos Out: Padres Cut Veteran Amid Offensive Woes
3 Jun
Summary
- Padres designated Nick Castellanos for assignment, ending his tenure.
- Samad Taylor added to roster, bolstering infield and outfield options.
- Team struggles with league-worst offense, seeking solutions.
The San Diego Padres have ended their experiment with Nick Castellanos, designating the veteran for assignment on June 3, 2026. This move, made to accommodate the addition of Samad Taylor to the active and 40-man roster, signifies the team's struggle with one of baseball's least productive offenses. Castellanos, 34, was hitting .191/.221/.339 across 39 games, a stark contrast to his career statistics.
Samad Taylor, 27, brings versatility, having played second base and all three outfield positions in the minors and majors. His recent performance at Triple-A El Paso was impressive, batting .319 with seven homers and nine stolen bases. This acquisition highlights the Padres' effort to inject offense, as they also recently added Jase Bowen from their farm system.
The team's offensive woes are well-documented, ranking last in runs scored and batting average. Despite holding a wild-card spot, the Padres have shown impatience, evident in Castellanos' release. This comes after Castellanos was previously released by the Phillies in spring training. Fernando Tatis Jr.'s continued play at second base, following Jake Cronenworth's concussion, also remains a point of interest.
