Padres announce signing of All-Star pitcher who had a 3.41 ERA with Red Sox in 2025
The Padres have landed the top free agent pitcher left.
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The San Diego Padres are tied atop the NL West with the Los Angeles Dodgers , but the Padres could still use more upgrades to the roster. Specifically, the Padres could use another starting pitcher, as Nick Pivetta's injury is a concern, while Walker Buehler hasn't been good enough to stop A. J.
Preller from adding help. And on Wednesday afternoon, the Padres announced that they have signed an All-Star free agent pitcher to a one-year deal with an option for 2027. That pitcher is Lucas Giolito, who had a strong year with the Boston Red Sox in 0225.
Padres sign Lucas Giolito to one-year deal "Welcome to San Diego, Lucas! We have signed right-handed pitcher Lucas Giolito to a one-year contract with a mutual option for the 2027 season," the Padres announced. This signing for the Padres is a welcome one, as the starting rotation is getting a nice boost with the addition of a veteran right-hander like Giolito.