The rumors have swirled for months. Now, it is official. Right-handed starter Jered Weaver will be coming to the San Diego Padres on a one-year $3 million deal.
The move came just prior to the first full squad workout in spring training, and just two days after the first pitchers and catchers workout. It doesn’t seem that the veteran will miss a beat though, and the Padres are welcoming the added depth.
After all, the achilles heel of the club according to analysts is the starting pitching. Without pitching, a baseball team has no chance.