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San Diego Padres outfielder Oscar Gonzalez signed a two-year, $2 million deal with the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles in Japan. Gonzalez was placed on unconditional release waivers by the Padres so that he could pursue an opportunity overseas with Nippon Professional Baseball.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 20

Ex-Guardians playoff hero Oscar Gonzalez signs in Japan after MLB decline

Former Cleveland Guardians outfielder Oscar Gonzalez, once hailed as an MLB playoff hero, is officially headed overseas. After being released by the San Diego Padres, Gonzalez signed a multi-year deal with the Rakuten Golden Eagles of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), marking a major turning point in his career.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19

Padres grant release to outfielder for opportunity in NPB

The Padres have placed outfielder Oscar Gonzalez on unconditional release waivers in order to allow him to pursue an opportunity in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball.

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Padres’ underrated signee impressing in Spring Training

San Diego Padres outfielder Oscar Gonzalez is making a strong case to earn playing time in 2025. Gonzalez has given Padres manager Mike Shildt much to consider in Spring Training.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / February 24

Padres roster competition heats up as team loses to Cubs

Eguy Rosario and Oscar Gonzalez continue to impress Both infielder/outfielder Eguy Rosario and outfielder Oscar Gonzalez continue to perform well in their efforts to crack the major league roster.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / February 10

Padres invite former Guardians hero to Spring Training

The San Diego Padres are set to take a look at former Cleveland Guardians outfielder Oscar Gonzalez this spring. SB Nation’s Covering the Corner revealed insight into the Padres’ extended interest in Gonzalez, saying: “Former Cleveland Guardian, Oscar Gonzalez was invited to spring training with the Padres on a non-roster invite.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / February 9

Former Cleveland Guardians Fan Favorite Joins NL Contender

Cleveland Guardians fans surely remember Oscar Gonzalez, who took Progressive Field by storm when he burst onto the scene with a spectacular rookie campaign in 2022.

San Diego Padres News / Covering the Corner / February 8

Guardians News and Notes - Former Guardians Playoff Hero Invited to Padres Spring Training

News and Notes for Saturday, February 8th, 2025 It was a slow news day, yesterday. Former Cleveland Guardian, Oscar Gonzalez was invited to spring training with the Padres on a non-roster invite.

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MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 27, 2024

Former Guardians Playoff Hero Signs Minor League Deal With Padres

It's always fun to track a player's career after they leave the organization they came up in. Plenty of former Cleveland Guardians players who once made a major impact on Cleveland's rosters are still scattered throughout MLB.

Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / September 18, 2024

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Yankees' Oscar Gonzalez Suffered Orbital Injury After Fouling Ball Off His Own Face

New York Yankees outfielder Oscar Gonzalez suffered an unfortunate injury in Monday night's exhibition game in Mexico City. During the second inning, Gonzalez…

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / March 26, 2024

$Yankees’ depth outfielder suffers orbital fracture$

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Every spring training injuries mount for the Yankees, and the 2024 off-season has been no different. With Gerrit Cole already expected to miss several months, the Yankees are also dealing with injuries in the infield, notably to DJ LeMahieu, who will start the year on the injured list.

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