Yuki Matsui will not exercise his opt-out clause and will remain with the Padres for 2027.
Fantasy Impact
Matsui is set to make $6.5 million in 2027. He posted a 1.83 ERA with 68 strikeouts over 64 innings in 54 appearances out of the Padres’ bullpen.
Yuki Matsui recorded the save on Sunday against the Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Mason Miller was unavailable. Matsui earned his second career save in the MLB.
The Padres activated Yuki Matsui from the injured list.
Fantasy Impact
Matsui has been down since the end of spring training with a left groin strain. Kyle Hart was optioned as the corresponding move.
Matsui missed the entire Cactus League slate due to a groin strain and has been working his way back on a rehab assignment at Triple-A El Paso. He has turned in two scoreless appearances there.
Fantasy Impact
No target date has been set for his activation from the 15-day IL, though it could come at any point.
The Padres placed LHP Yuki Matsui on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain.
Fantasy Impact
Matsui was able to throw live batting practice. He shouldn't miss too much more time in the season.