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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Alex Verdugo, 29-year-old outfielder, has been released by the San Diego Padres after suffering a shoulder labrum injury requiring season-ending surgery. Verdugo signed a minor-league deal with the Padres in March 2026 but never appeared in any games for the organization. He played only 2 spring training games (1-for-6 with a walk) before the injury surfaced. This marks the second consecutive season Verdugo has been released, following his disappointing 2025 campaign with the Atlanta Braves where he posted a career-worst .239/.296/.289 slash line with no home runs over 56 games. His career has declined significantly since being traded to the Yankees before the 2024 season. With roughly 20 months between MLB appearances, his future in baseball is uncertain.
Strengths
- + Had five consecutive seasons of average or better offense with Dodgers and Red Sox (2019-2023)
- + Career .270 batting average across 856 games
- + Played for four pennant-winning teams
- + Was centerpiece of Mookie Betts trade return
- + Posted .761 OPS in four seasons with Red Sox (8.1 WAR)
Injury Status: IL-60
About
Alex Verdugo is a left fielder for the St Louis Cardinals.
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Recent News
Ex-Yankee bust Alex Verdugo s career in jeopardy after brutal injury development
May 13, 2026
Alex Verdugo Released By Padres, Reportedly Will Undergo Shoulder Surgery
May 13, 2026
Alex Verdugo Released By Padres, Reportedly Will Undergo Shoulder Surgery
May 13, 2026
Padres released OF Alex Verdugo.
May 12, 2026