Oscar Gonzalez

The Padres placed Oscar Gonzalez on unconditional release waivers.

Fantasy Impact

The move allows Gonzalez the chance to pursue an opportunity with a Japanese team.

The Padres optioned OF Oscar Gonzalez to Triple-A El Paso.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzalez gets optioned with Jake Cronenworth activated from the injured list. He should play a more consistent role in Triple-A.

Oscar Gonzalez is not in the Padres lineup on Tuesday against the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzalez collected one hit in Sunday's loss against the Rays. Jason Heyward is back from the injured list and starting in left field for San Diego.

Oscar Gonzalez is in the Padres lineup on Sunday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzalez is batting fifth and starting in left field. He is hitting .256 with four RBI to start the season.

Oscar Gonzalez is out of the lineup for the San Diego Padres against the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Gonzalez will receive the night off for rest, with Gavin Sheets batting second and occupying the designated hitter spot for manager Mike Shildt against the Rays Saturday.