The San Diego Padres have been without a fourth outfielder for a while now but that time has come to an end, as Jose Azocar was called up this morning ahead of San Diego’s series opener in Seattle against the Mariners.
The #Padres have recalled OF José Azocar from Triple-A El Paso and optioned INF Matthew Batten to El Paso.
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) August 8, 2023
Matt Carpenter should be off the roster over Matthew Batten based on who can help the team more on the field but the Padres are opting to keep Carpenter’s veteran presence in the clubhouse.