Jay Groome
SP - FA
2026 Outlook
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The Padres are non-tendering Jay Groome.
Fantasy Impact
Groome is set to return from a suspension for sports betting. He was out of minor league options.
The MLB announced that Jay Groome has been suspended one year for violating MLB's gambling policy.
Fantasy Impact
Groome is one of four players who was suspended for one year. He bet $453.74 on 30 MLB game-related bets and had a net loss of $433.54 on these bets.
The San Diego Padres optioned Jay Groome to Triple-A El Paso.
Fantasy Impact
Groome will open the season adding some depth as a starter for the Padres in Triple-A.
Jay Groome was acquired by the Padres in exchange for Eric Homer, Max Ferguson, Corey Rosier, and cash considerations.
Fantasy Impact
Groome was currently ranked as the 11th best prospect in the Red Sox farm system. The young starter has pitched in 19 games across Double-A and Triple-A. Groome will likely be assigned to the Padres’ Triple-A affiliate.
The Red Sox will add Jason Groome to their 60-man roster pool Tuesday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.
Fantasy Impact
Groome is scheduled to report to the Red Sox's alternative training site in Pawtucket. The 21-year-old left came back from Tommy John season last year and still needs more development before he is ready to pitch in the major leagues.
