FILE - Houston Astros' Jason Heyward walks to the dugout after striking out against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning of Game 2 of an AL Wild Card Series baseball game, Oct. 2, 2024, in Houston.

San Diego Padres agree on a minor league deal with former Houston Astros first baseman and designated hitter Yuli Gurriel.

The San Diego Padres have come to an agreement with former batting champion Yuli Gurriel. The 40-year-old native of Cuba spent part of 2024 with the Kansas City Royals.

Veteran outfielder Jason Heyward and the San Diego Padres have finalized a $1 million, one-year contract. The 35-year-old Heyward spent last season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros, batting a combined .

The San Diego Padres have made a signing that few saw coming. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Monday that the Padres have agreed to a deal with free agent first baseman Yuli Gurriel. Heyman adds that it is a minor-league deal for Gurriel with an invite to major league Spring Training.

First baseman Yuli Gurriel, a key part of two World Series championship teams with the Houston Astros, agreed to a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres, multiple media outlets reported on M

Training underway, rumors are swirling around the league, and one former Houston Astros World Series champion is reportedly set to join the San Diego Padres.

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