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…
Gaslamp Ball writer Lincoln Zdunich awards San Diego Padres outfielder Dustin Harris an A+ grade for his 2026 performance, calling him the perfect role player. After signing a minor-league deal in August, Harris earned a call-up and secured significant playing time in left field, batting .322 in 28 games.
Zdunich notes Harris contributed 14 RBIs and 18 runs across 90 at-bats while platooning with Samad Taylor. Although pointing out underlying metrics like a .278 expected batting average suggest some good fortune, the writer expects San Diego to give Harris a chance to compete for the starting left field role in Spring Training.
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