Eguy Rosario Clears Waivers, Outrighted To Triple-A
San Diego Padres infielder Eguy Rosario cleared waivers after being designated for assignment and has been outrighted to Triple-A El Paso, the team announced on Thursday. The Padres also selected outfielder Oscar Gonzalez to the major-league roster and optioned him to El Paso. To make room on the 40-man roster, right-hander Jhony Brito (forearm) was moved to the 60-day injured list. The Padres were reportedly trying to trade the 25-year-old Rosario, but he'll remain in the organization for now and provide infield depth in the minors. The Dominican debuted in San Diego back in 2022 and has only played in 48 games with the Friars since then, hitting .245/.283/.500 with a .783 OPS, five home runs, 12 RBI and 11 runs scored in 100 plate appearances.
After designating third baseman Eguy Rosario for assignment on Thursday, the San Diego Padres are trying to find a trade partner for him, according to general manager A.J. Preller. Infielder Tyler Wade was also designated for assignment this week, but he cleared waivers and will remain with the organization. If the Padres can't find a trade partner for Rosario, it's unlikely that the 25-year-old would clear waivers. Rosario's chances of making SD's big-league squad out of spring training took a hit when the team added veteran Jose Iglesias on a minor-league deal in March. The Dominican infielder debuted in the 2022 season and has hit .245/.283/.500 with a .783 OPS, five home runs, 12 RBI and 34 strikeouts in 100 plate appearances in his 48 games played over three seasons with the Padres. Rosario could get a look on the big-league roster with a rebuilding team like the White Sox.
The San Diego Padres have promoted infielder Eguy Rosario from Triple-A El Paso. Rosario, 24, has been a Top-10 prospect for the Padres over the past few seasons, but has struggled in his limited action the big-leagues. Rosario recently opened the season with the Padres, but was demoted on May 5. In his brief time this season, Rosario hit .250 with three homers and six RBI. For El Paso, Rosario was better with a .289 batting average with 10 homers, 35 RBI and five stolen bases in 36 games. Rosario is no longer as hyped up as he was a few seasons ago and is likely to be a bench player this time around. He is worth monitoring in deeper mixed leagues, but there is no need to run to the waiver wire to snag Rosario.
San Diego Padres infield prospect Eguy Rosario (ankle) broke his ankle earlier this offseason while doing sprint work in winter ball and will be sidelined until the middle of the summer. The 23-year-old required surgery on his ankle. It's a tough break for Rosario, as he was slated for an extensive opportunity to play in front of the big-league coaching staff during spring training. MLB Pipeline has him ranked as the Padres' No. 5 prospect after he hit .242/.306/.272 in 11 games in the Dominican Republic winter league. Rosario also had a .288/.368/.508 slash line with 22 home runs, 81 RBI and 21 steals in 124 games for Triple-A El Paso in 2022. He saw time at shortstop, third and second base in the minors last year and has the best infield arm in San Diego's farm system.
San Diego Padres shortstop prospect Eguy Rosario was promoted to the big-league team on Friday and went 0-for-1 in a pinch-hit appearance. The 23-year-old has been having an impressive season for Triple-A El Paso with a .293 batting average to go along with 21 homers, 78 RBI and 20 stolen bases. It's unclear at the moment how much playing time Rosario will be getting, but managers should monitor his status in deeper leagues as a late season waiver wire find that could make a difference with his ability to both hit for power and run on the bases. Dynasty managers should snag Rosario where he is available and that is where his best value will likely stand.
Eguy Rosario Continues Impressive Season In Triple-A
San Diego Padres shortstop prospect Eguy Rosario went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's contest for Triple-A El Paso. It was his second homer in as many games. Rosario has been putting together a strong season and the Padres fifth ranked prospect is now hitting .280 with 16 homers, 62 RBI and 16 stolen bases. Rosario, 22, is having a breakout season for El Paso, but there hasn't been room for him at the big-league level. The Padres always seem to be involved in trade rumors and Rosario is sure to catch the eye of fellow executives across the league. If Rosario were to stay in the Padres system, he is unlikely to make an impact in redraft leagues in 2022. If he were dealt, he could be an intriguing stash option in redraft leagues, but his best value remains in dynasty leagues. Stay tuned to see what happens with the deadline approaching on August 2.
Eguy Rosario Has Career Night For Triple-A El Paso
San Diego Padres second base prospect Eguy Rosario had a career night for Triple-A El Paso on Wednesday. The 22-year-old went 4-for-5 with three runs, two home runs and six RBI in a victory against Triple-Albuquerque. Rosario is now hitting .241 with five home runs, 20 RBI and 10 stolen bases. Undersized at 5'9, Rosario makes his mark as a better contact hitter than power hitter, but has shown the ability to drive the ball all across the field and has also shown improved plate discipline as he has risen through the Padres system. Rosario is currently blocked at the big-league level and unlikely to make an impact in 2022. Without offering much power, he's just a name for dynasty managers to keep an eye on at the moment, but doesn't warrant being rostered.
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