Padres' Catcher Battle: Fermin Secures Starting Role

The San Diego Padres have secured Freddy Fermin as their starting catcher for 2026, trading for him last summer from the Kansas City Royals. With backup Luis Campusano struggling in spring training, the teams depth is a concern. Fermin, who joined the Padres mid-season last year, provided an instant boost, batting .244 with solid power numbers. Campusano, a former top prospect, is currently hitting .188 in Cactus League play, raising questions about his big league readiness. The Padres are rooting for Campusano to bounce back, but if he continues to struggle, they may look for external options before Opening Day.

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