Padres' Young Catcher Ready to Shine | San Diego Padres News

San Diego’s top prospect Ethan Salas, just 20, is set to make his MLB debut as a catcher — the youngest since Pudge Rodriguez. Signed at 16, he’s surged back this season with power, speed, and elite defense, earning buzz despite last year’s injury struggles. While roster depth at catcher and DH may limit his playing time, his defensive prowess and strong contact metrics make him a fantasy steal in two-catcher leagues — and a potential instant impact player on the field. 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/6bc84161db442d1a