Padres Designate Blake Hunt For Assignment
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Diego Padres reinstated right-hander Nick Pivetta from the 60-day injured list and optioned Jhony Brito to Triple-A El Paso to open an active roster spot.
- Catcher Blake Hunt was designated for assignment as part of a corresponding 40-man roster move; he had limited major league experience with only three strikeouts in three plate appearances.
- Hunt began the season on a minor league deal, briefly joined the Padres' major league roster due to injuries, but was later pushed down the catching depth chart as other catchers returned and prospects were called up.
- Despite his limited major league track record, Hunt has a strong minor league performance with a .259/.339/.467 batting line and a 101 wRC+ since 2023, including solid defensive skills.
- With the trade deadline passed, Hunt will be placed on waivers and may attract interest due to catching depth demand, though he will be out of minor league options after the 2026 season.
