San Diego Padres rookie catcher Francisco Mejia has already had his “welcome to the big leagues” moment, at least we thought he did. On Sunday afternoon, against the Texas Rangers, the 22-year-old switch hitting catcher climbed into the batter’s box, from the right side, and took the first pitch he saw against Jeffrey Springs deep to left field for a walk-off grand slam!
In what was originally just another game, Jacob Nix worked six solid innings, giving up three runs on seven hits while striking out three. Per usual, it appeared as if the offense behind him was going to provide little support.