NL West: Fermin seizes starting C role
Aug 14 2025
After a very active trade deadline that saw the Padres acquire three position players, they have settled into a regular lineup rotation with all three of the acquired players serving as everyday or close to everyday players.
The acquisition of C Freddy Fermin has solidified the Padres' offensive production at the C position. Since being acquired he has become the Padres' regular C, starting eight out of 10 games since his Padres debut on August 2. Fermin is off to a very strong start with the Padres, hitting .370/.414/.519 over 30 PA. C Elias Díaz, who has hit just .198/.266/.300 over 241 PA as the Padres' primary C prior to Fermin being acquired, has now been relegated to a true backup role.
OF Ramón Laureano and...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Two impact Padres' starting pitchers are close to a return. Plus implications of Will Smith's neck, Rockies OF situation, and check in on young players who may be getting their chance in the NL West.
Jul 25 2026 3:07am
Jul 25 2026 3:07am
Bernal is making his case for a potential late-season look
Jul 24 2026 3:05am
Jul 24 2026 3:05am
Shane Smith's awful season hasn't improved in the minors. Plus, two top prospects at Triple-A for CLE, Javier Báez starts a rehab assignment, and a look at SP depth in KC and MIN.
Jul 23 2026 3:05am
Jul 23 2026 3:05am
The Angels may be trading some starting pitchers at the deadline, and George Klassen will be ready to help the team.
Jul 22 2026 3:05am
Jul 22 2026 3:05am
George Lombard Jr. has returned to health; could a major league call-up be next? Plus, major trade deadline implications as several AL East teams veer towards buyer or seller territory.
Jul 21 2026 3:05am
Jul 21 2026 3:05am
