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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16
Padres Outright Bryce Johnson

Padres Outright Bryce Johnson

The Padres announced that outfielder Bryce Johnson has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A El Paso. Johnson has a previous outright and can elect free agency, though the team didn’t provide any indication he’ll do so.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / June 12

Xander Bogaerts returns; Bryce Johnson DFA’d

Shortstop Xander Bogaerts has returned to the San Diego Padres after being away from the team this past week for the birth of his first child. The corresponding roster move was to designate outfielder Bryce Johnson for assignment.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / May 1
Padres-Pirates Trade From Last Year Looks Completely One-Sided

Padres-Pirates Trade From Last Year Looks Completely One-Sided

Just over a year ago, the San Diego Padres and Pittsburgh Pirates made a minor trade. In a one-for-one swap, the Padres sent catcher Brett Sullivan to the Pirates in exchange for outfielder Bryce Johnson.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 14
Padres Outfielder Emerging as Favorite to Earn Final Opening Day Roster Spot

Padres Outfielder Emerging as Favorite to Earn Final Opening Day Roster Spot

The San Diego Padres have some big decisions to make over the next week and a half as they finalize their 26-man roster ahead of Opening Day. There are ongoing competitions all over the roster, and injuries have potentially opened some additional spots.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1, 2025
Tyler Wade designated for assignment for second time this season

Tyler Wade designated for assignment for second time this season

The Padres designated infielder/outfielder Tyler Wade for assignment and optioned reliever Ron Marinaccio before tonight’s game. San Diego had already designated Martín Maldonado and Trenton Brooks for assignment last night.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / July 30, 2025

Padres score five runs in seventh to beat Mets, 7-1

San Diego takes first two from New York, looks to sweep Wednesday Bryce Johnson stepped to the plate in the bottom of the seventh inning with runners at first and second with no outs and the San Diego Padres leading the New York Mets, 2-1.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 19, 2025
Padres Outfielder Heard He Was Being Traded, But Waited Hours to Found Out Where

Padres Outfielder Heard He Was Being Traded, But Waited Hours to Found Out Where

San Diego Padres outfielder Bryce Johnson came back to the Friars from the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 17, but had no idea he was coming back for several hours after he learned he'd been traded.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / June 16, 2025
Padres add OF Bryce Johnson, send RHP Yu Darvish to 60-day IL

Padres add OF Bryce Johnson, send RHP Yu Darvish to 60-day IL

The San Diego Padres selected the contract of outfielder Bryce Johnson from Triple-A El Paso and optioned catcher Luis Campusano. To make room om the 40-man roster for Johnson, right-hander Yu Darvish (elbow) was transferred to the 60-day injured list.

San Diego Padres News / Empire Sports Media / April 17, 2025
Padres pull off trade for outfielder amid wave of injuries

Padres pull off trade for outfielder amid wave of injuries

The San Diego Padres have added an outfielder to their ranks early this season. According to Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, the Padres have traded catcher Brett Sullivan to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for outfielder Bryce Johnson and cash considerations.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16, 2025
Padres trade C Brett Sullivan to Pirates for OF Bryce Johnson

Padres trade C Brett Sullivan to Pirates for OF Bryce Johnson

Neither player was on a 40-man roster at the time of the deal and they won’t immediately take roster spots with their new clubs.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13, 2025
Pirates Sign Burch Smith, Bryce Johnson To Minor League Deals

Pirates Sign Burch Smith, Bryce Johnson To Minor League Deals

The Pirates announced a slate of 13 non-roster invitees to spring training Monday, revealing within that they’ve signed right-hander Burch Smith and outfielder Bryce Johnson to minor league contracts.

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / January 4, 2024
Padres sign former Giants speedy outfielder to milb contract

Padres sign former Giants speedy outfielder to milb contract

The San Diego Padres inked former SF Giants outfielder Bryce Johnson to a minor-league contract back in December. The deal presumably includes an invitation to big-league spring training.

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