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Padres roster review: Kirby Yates

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Padres closer Kirby Yates reacts to striking out Freddie Freeman of the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning of a game at Petco Park on July 13, 2019 in San Diego, California.

KIRBY YATES

  • Position(s): Right-handed pitcher
  • 2020 opening day age: 33
  • Bats / Throws: Left / Right
  • Height / weight: 5-foot-10 / 210 pounds
  • How acquired: Off Waivers in April 2017 (Los Angeles Angels)
  • Contract status: Will make $7.0625 million in 2020; will be a free agent after the season.