Padres sign Austin Hays; option Gage Workman to Triple-A
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The San Diego Padres have signed outfielder Austin Hays to a major league contract following the trade deadline moves. In order to make room on the roster, utility player Gage Workman has been optioned to Triple-A El Paso. Hays, who has struggled with injuries this season, previously played for the Chicago White Sox, hitting.233 in 12 games. He brings experience and a strong batting average against left-handed pitchers to the Padres, who are looking to improve their performance against lefties. Hays expressed his desire to help the team reach the playoffs for a fourth consecutive year.
- •Austin Hays joins the Padres after a brief stint with the White Sox.
- •Gage Workman is moved to Triple-A to clear roster space.
- •Hays has a career.319 average against left-handed pitchers.
- •Padres are seeking improvements against left-handed pitching as they approach playoffs.
- 2:00 AMESPN MLB — Playoff-chasing Padres add veteran Hays to mix
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Padres sign outfielder Austin Hays; option Gage Workman
"The San Diego Padres signed outfielder Austin Hays on Sunday and optioned infielder Gage Workman to Triple-A El Paso.
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External links- ESPN MLBAug 10, 2026, 2:00 AMPlayoff-chasing Padres add veteran Hays to mix
The San Diego Padres signed outfielder Austin Hays on Sunday and optioned infielder Gage Workman to Triple-A El Paso.
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 11:40 PMPadres sign outfielder Austin Hays; option Gage Workman
Post-deadline move upgrades roster
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