Padres sign pitcher Tatsuya Nogami to minor-league deal
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The San Diego Padres have signed pitcher Tatsuya Nogami to a minor-league contract as the offseason begins. Nogami, who chose to bypass Nippon Professional Baseball, played for Osaka Sangyo University. The 20-year-old had a striking season, recording a 0.36 ERA in 25.1 innings with 54 strikeouts. His performance contributed to his team's undefeated championship run in the Seito Six University Semi-Hardball Baseball League. Nogami is expected to begin the upcoming season in the minor leagues, potentially earning a non-roster invite to Spring Training to face major league hitters.
- •Tatsuya Nogami signed a minor-league deal with the Padres.
- •He recorded a 0.36 ERA and struck out 54 batters this spring.
- •Nogami contributed to an undefeated league championship at Osaka Sangyo University.
- •He is likely to start the season in the minor leagues.
- •A non-roster invite to Spring Training is possible for Nogami.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Padres sign international free agent to minor-league deal
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