Canadian Shortstop Signs with Padres | San Diego Padres News

Eighteen-year-old Canadian shortstop Elliot Lascelles is set to sign with the San Diego Padres for a record-breaking $2.8 million, surpassing Bo Naylor’s previous mark for a Canadian high school player. Drafted in the second round of the 2026 draft, Lascelles chose pro baseball over Yale — where his parents studied — after building a strong rapport with the Padres through visits and standout performances against minor league pitching. Scouts rave about his polished hitting and composure, and despite being ranked outside the top 100, the Padres see him as a “plus bat” with major upside. He’ll report to Peoria for spring training, putting his economics degree on hold as he begins his pro career — with the Padres’ signing deadline looming on July 27. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7899a19325f6b6ac