Padres Debut Hays With Two-Run Homer; Peralta Talks
The San Diego Padres signed outfielder Austin Hays to bolster depth, highlighting his left-handed batting against Southpaws and willingness to play corner outfield while providing a much-needed right-handed option off the bench after injury-plagued strains. In addition, despite his uncertain 2026 season, the Padres are also viewed as a likely destination for a major free-agent pitcher like Freddy Peralta, signaling a broader push to strengthen the rotation this offseason.
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About Austin Hays
Austin Charles Bryan Hays is an American professional baseball outfielder for the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Phillies, Cincinnati Reds, and Chicago White Sox. Hays made his MLB debut in 2017 with the Orioles. He was an All-Star in 2023.
Everything about Austin Hays →- Occupation
- professional baseball player
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- July 5, 1995