San Diego Padres

The Padres signed C Blake Hunt to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: Hunt spent last year in the Mariners organization after also being with the Rays and the Padres. He returns to the Padres organization where he'll add catching depth.

The Padres signed RHP Triston McKenzie to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Fantasy Impact: Once a top starter for the Guardians, McKenzie lands a fresh start with the Padres organization. He had been designated for assignment by Cleveland last April. He'll look to earn a role with the Padres in spring training.