Salas’ Hot Streak Could Force Padres’ Hand | MLB News

Ethan Salas is on fire in Triple-A, slashing .325 with 3 homers and 25 RBIs in 22 games, sparking buzz about a potential MLB call-up before the season ends. The Padres are weighing the move—mainly to give him major league experience and position him as the catcher of the future. If called up, he’d need to be on the 40-man roster by Sept 1 to qualify for the playoffs, which could create a powerful catching trio with Campusano and Fermin. But there’s a catch: a looming lockout could silence communication if he’s added to the 40-man. Despite the risk, his elite performance may just force the Padres’ hand.

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