San Diego Padres President of Baseball Operations and General Manager A.J. Preller helped introduce free agent infielder Sung-Mun Song to the San Diego media, Tuesday. Preller was joined by San Diego manager Craig Stammen, who stated he can see Song providing depth around the diamond, adding one of his primary functions will be to serve as a sub for Manny Machado at third base. The thought over the past couple of seasons is that Machado has seen his statistics taper off toward the end of the year because of the amount of games he plays. Stammen envisions Song providing quality defense that will allow Machado to see more DH days in 2026, keeping him fresher throughout the season. Song will have to show he is ready for the role in Spring Training, especially if Preller, Stammen and the Padres are counting on him to handle those duties.
Padres News:
Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune takes a look at Will Wagner, who joined the Padres at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Wagner is an infielder who can play multiple positions so he and newly acquired Sung-Mun Song should compete for a roster spot and playing time throughout Spring Training.
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Baseball News:
It was reported recently that the New York Mets were showing interest in free agent outfielder Austin Hays and it has now been reported that the New York Yankees have interest in the outfielder as well.
Reliever Pete Fairbanks, who was previously with the Tampa Bay Rays, will remain in Florida on the other side of the state after agreeing to a one-year deal with the Miami Marlins.
There are still many free agents looking for work and Andrew Simon of MLB.com identifies the top 14 free agents remaining and which teams would be the best fit for each. One of the players on his list is starter Chris Bassitt and Simon thinks the Padres should add him to the rotation.