Gavin Sheets has been a key member of the Padres over the past two years, but his escalating arbitration salary might earn him a ticket out of town this offseason.
Writer Brandon Glick argues that Gavin Sheets' projected $6.5 million arbitration salary forces the San Diego Padres to reconsider his roster spot. Following budget constraints and potential spending needs, the 30-year-old slugger finished 2026 as a league-average hitter with a 102 wRC+ after foot problems limited his second half.
Glick contends that Sheets' defensive limitations at first base and left field make him difficult to justify at that price. The writer suggests that if Ty France re-signs, Sheets could become expendable, freeing up payroll for pitching depth.
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