[Romero] Venezuelan RHP Joel Duarte has officially signed with the San Diego Padres for $150,000 bonus. One of the Dark Horses of the class, featuring a fastball in 97–98 mph with plenty of upside. Scouted by Luis Prieto, who has spent 18 years working in Venezuela for the Padres.

January 15, 2026

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Moresalttt says:

January 15, 2026 at 11:47 pm

We’ve gotten lotta talent from Venezuela so I like it!
padres15 says:

January 15, 2026 at 11:51 pm

Get this kid in the weight room and he’ll hit triple digits.
YokoLono says:

January 16, 2026 at 12:12 am

Love it!

Side note… What is this Built for Fall gear I’m seeing? Is that the new slogan for 2026 or something? Not sure if I missed the memo or something but I like it
Bitter-Egg6293 says:

January 16, 2026 at 12:17 am

This is the guy I’m most excited about. He’s 17 and already hitting 98. By the times he’s fully grown and have had MLB coaching he’ll definitely be hitting 100.

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[Romero] Venezuelan RHP Joel Duarte has officially signed with the San Diego Padres for $150,000 bonus. One of the Dark Horses of the class, featuring a fastball in 97–98 mph with plenty of upside. Scouted by Luis Prieto, who has spent 18 years working in Venezuela for the Padres.

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