Reiss Knehr has rejoined the Padres on a minor league contract after missing the 2024 season due to Tommy John surgery. Initially parting with the team at the end of the 2023 season, he spent time on the injured list and became a free agent. Despite a challenging major league performance with a 5.96 ERA, his minor league stats showed promise, including a strong 3.93 ERA in Triple-A in 2023. The Padres may utilize him as a relief pitcher moving forward, seeking depth in their bullpen.
Prior to that lengthy layoff, he was a depth arm for the Friars. He spent the 2021 through 2023 seasons getting frequently optioned to El Paso and back.
In 2023, he tossed 36 2/3 innings for El Paso, almost exclusively in relief. His only start lasted just three innings, but he had a 3.93 ERA.
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