Twenty-year-old Ethan Salas just became the youngest player in the league—and possibly the fifth-youngest ever to debut for the Padres—after a historic call-up that’s fueling a playoff push. A catcher with deep family roots in baseball, Salas brings a left-handed bat off the bench and defensive readiness, giving the Padres flexibility as they chase postseason glory. Despite pressure, he stays grounded, focused on daily contribution and team success. His bat has been his standout this season after injury recovery, and while game-calling is still being refined, his potential is undeniable. As a homegrown talent drafted and developed by San Diego, Salas also kicks off his major league service time clock—a key step toward future arbitration eligibility. The Padres see him as a cornerstone of their long-term vision, powered by relentless work ethic and a supportive family.

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Ethan Salas, the 17-year-old phenom rocketing through the minors, is finally getting his big league debut—after smashing .296 with 10 homers and 61 RBIs in Double-A and Triple-A. But the real buzz? His baseball cards are blowing up the collector’s market, with a one-of-one 2023 Bowman Superfractor Autograph selling for $36,600. Other rare editions hit $13K and $9.1K, proving this kid’s hype isn’t just on the field—it’s in the hobby too. The Padres are holding him close, banking on his lefty bat as October looms.

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The Padres’ bullpen imploded again, surrendering a late lead to the Reds in a 4-3 loss — their third blown game in four tries. Adrian Morejón gave up two runs in the eighth, sealing the fate despite Fernando Tatis Jr.’s two-homer heroics in the ninth. A brutal weekend of missed chances continued, as they went zero-for-ten with runners in scoring position and failed to capitalize on early leads. Manager Craig Stammen blamed poor execution, while Tatis admitted they need to deliver when it matters most. Reds starter Nick Lodolo pitched well against them again, and though the Padres had multiple opportunities, they couldn’t convert. Tatis was the lone bright spot — but even his power wasn’t enough to overcome the bullpen’s collapse. The team needs to find consistency at the plate and trust their relief corps to hold leads if they want to turn things around.

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