Adrian Morejon could leave the San Diego Padres for Mets or Tigers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:59 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
As the MLB free agency period approaches, San Diego Padres reliever Adrian Morejon is a target for the New York Mets and the Detroit Tigers. Morejon has established himself as a prominent relief pitcher over the last three seasons, recording a 2.60 earned run average and 236 strikeouts across 215 innings. While he has primarily operated as a setup man for the San Diego Padres, prospective clubs may seek to utilize him as a starting pitcher. His skill set includes a four-seam fastball, sinker, slider, and changeup, with velocity in the 98th percentile. The New York Mets are seeking rotation depth following a difficult season, while the Detroit Tigers have open spots after recent personnel departures. Morejon remains a San Diego Padres player through the current season before his impending status as a free agent.
- •Adrian Morejon recorded a 2.60 earned run average over his last three seasons with the San Diego Padres.
- •Potential suitors including the New York Mets and Detroit Tigers are considering his transition to a starting rotation role.
- •Morejon possesses a pitch repertoire of a four-seam fastball, sinker, slider, and changeup.
- •He has compiled 5.8 fWAR while working as a relief pitcher for the San Diego Padres.
- 4:59 AMYahoo Sports — San Diego Padres Adrian Morejon Could Leave for Mets or Tigers
"As MLB free agency approaches, San Diego Padres reliever Adrian Morejon receives predictions landing him with either the New York Mets or the Detroit Tigers this offseason. Over the last few seasons, Morejon has become one of the best relievers in all of baseball. However, in free agency, he could become a starting pitcher for […] The post San Diego Padres Adrian Morejon Could Leave for Mets or Tigers appeared first on HEAVY.
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