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Bargain Hunting for a DH

Welcome to our series grading every member of the San Diego Padres’ 40-man roster. The roster being evaluated is current as of Oct. 18, prior to the end of the World Series. Because of that, it will include players who…

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 12:00 AM
Bargain Hunting for a DH
Key Things to Know
  • Lincoln Zdunich grades San Diego Padres designated hitter Miguel Andujar a B- for his 2026 season.
  • Andujar produced a .259/.303/.423 slash line with five home runs across 74 games for San Diego.
  • Injuries, including a hamstring strain and a fractured wrist, sidelined Andujar for significant parts of the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Gaslamp Ball's Lincoln Zdunich evaluates San Diego Padres designated hitter Miguel Andujar, awarding him a B- grade for the 2026 season. After signing ahead of 2026, Andujar slashed .259/.303/.423 with five home runs and 27 extra-base hits in 74 games, serving effectively as a key bat off the bench.

Zdunich notes that injuries limited Andujar's availability, including missed time for a hamstring strain and a fractured right wrist. Despite mixed underlying metrics, Zdunich concludes that Andujar would be a welcome addition to San Diego's 2027 bench mix if the price remains right.

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