The San Diego Padres have placed outfielder Oscar Gonzalez on unconditional release waivers, enabling him to explore an opportunity in Japanâs Nippon Professional Baseball. Gonzalez, who had a promising start to his MLB career with a solid rookie season at a .296 batting average and 11 home runs, struggled recently with a batting average of just .216. Despite a strong performance in Triple-A this season and a noted improvement, the Padres have opted to let him go, reducing their roster to 37 players.
The Padres have placed outfielder Oscar Gonzalez on unconditional release waivers, allowing him to pursue an opportunity in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball.
Gonzalez, noted for his strong rookie season with the Guardians, has struggled offensively since then, prompting his release by the Padres.
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