Padres sign pitcher Tatsuya Nogami, eye prospects for 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The San Diego Padres agreed to a minor league deal with Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Nogami on October 18, 2026. Nogami, noted for his multi-pitch arsenal, may receive an invite to Spring Training to showcase his skills. Meanwhile, young prospect Alex McCoy aims to improve his game in the Arizona Fall League after impressing at the minor league level. Additionally, catcher Ethan Salas made his MLB debut but will compete for the starting role in 2027.
- •Tatsuya Nogami signs minor league deal with San Diego Padres.
- •Nogami may be invited to Spring Training next year.
- •Alex McCoy showing promise in Arizona Fall League.
- •Ethan Salas looks to secure a starting position for 2027.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Padres making moves; Prospects making impressions
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