Padres begin Dominican Summer League with international prospects
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The San Diego Padres have started their Dominican Summer League (DSL) season with two teams, the Padres Gold and Padres Brown. The season commenced on June 1 and features several top international prospects, including Joniel Hernandez and Diego Serna. The Padres' bonus pool for this signing class totals $5.94 million and extends until December 15. The DSL typically consists of a 72-game schedule, concluding in August, with the Padres aiming to defend their championship from last season. Weekly updates will be provided throughout the season.
- •Padres Gold and Padres Brown are competing in the DSL.
- •Joniel Hernandez, a top prospect, is on the DSL Gold roster.
- •Diego Serna is considered the best lefty prospect in this year's DSL class.
- •The DSL season runs through August, comprising 72 games.
- •Padres defended the DSL Cup title last season.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Domincan Summer League preview
"Padres international players get the season started
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