{"id":534054,"date":"2026-01-23T07:26:16","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T07:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/534054\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T07:26:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T07:26:16","slug":"padres-rumors-ken-rosenthal-floats-nick-castellanos-as-sneaky-1st-base-option","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/534054\/","title":{"rendered":"Padres rumors: Ken Rosenthal floats Nick Castellanos as sneaky 1st base option"},"content":{"rendered":"

Padres rumors: Ken Rosenthal floats Nick Castellanos as sneaky 1st base option<\/a> appeared first on ClutchPoints<\/a>. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The San Diego Padres<\/a> are watching every playoff team in the National League get better this offseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies<\/a>, and the Chicago Cubs have gotten a lot better on paper since the end of last season.<\/p>\n

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The Padres have not made any impactful moves this offseason outside of re-signing Michael King and signing Sung-Mun Song from South Korea to a 4-year contract. Craig Stammen is the new manager, aiming to keep the Padres as a World Series contender. They have the talent to win their first-ever title, but they have major roadblocks to overcome.<\/p>\n

The Padres are in need of a first baseman. As of now, Jake Cronenworth and Gavin Sheets can play the position; however, they are hoping to keep Sheets at DH and to have a much better hitting first baseman. Cronenworth is the team\u2019s starting second baseman<\/a> who can play first and even shortstop if needed.<\/p>\n

Ken Rosenthal floats Nick Castellanos<\/a>\u2019s name out there for the Padres, as both sides could work out a deal if there is interest.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Padres are looking for a right-handed bat, and they are looking for one who will be inexpensive,\u201d Rosenthal said. \u201cCastellanos has been taking ground balls and at least training somewhat at first base, which is a position they (SD) are trying to fill.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In 147 games last year, Castellanos hit .250 with a .694 OPS and ended with a -1.0 WAR. Safe to say, the 33-year-old has had much better seasons. Castellanos hits lefties much better than right-handed pitchers, and SD could use him as a platoon bat with Sheets unless the Friars want Castellanos hitting every game.<\/p>\n

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