Nick Solak

Nick Solak has agreed to a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres. The contract will presumably include an invitation to spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Solak was drafted in the second round by the Yankees in the 2016 MLB Draft and was once a top-100 MLB prospect. He has played parts of six seasons in the majors and is a career .250 hitter in 985 plate appearances. Solak saw his most extensive work in 2021 when he played 127 games for the Rangers and batted .243 with 11 home runs. He spent most of last season in Triple-A and batted .332 with 14 home runs for Indianapolis in the Pirates' organization. He has experience playing nearly every position and his versatility gives him a shot to break camp with the Padres.

The Pirates re-signed INF/OF Nick Solak to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact

Solak returns to the Pirates organization after electing free agency earlier this week. He'll remain in Triple-A Indianapolis.

Nick Solak has elected free agency.

Fantasy Impact

Solak will look to land another opportunity with a different team as a free agent. He was designated for assignment with the Pirates after going 1-for-11 at the plate.

The Pittsburgh Pirates outrighted Nick Solak to Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Solak has been optioned to the minors after going 1-for-11 with two strikeouts in his limited action with the Pirates. In a corresponding move, Nick Gonzalez (ankle) was reinstated from the 60-day IL.

The Pittsburgh Pirates selected Nick Solak's contract from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Solak has been productive at Triple-A Indianapolis this season, slashing an impressive .393/.452/.625. With Spencer Horwitz (wrist) and Enmanuel Valdez (shoulder) both on the IL, Solak is expected to see significant time at first base. He started Friday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies at first and batted sixth, finishing 1-for-3.