San Diego Padres 2026 Minor-League All-Star Roster

[Michael Black]

While the San Diego Padres front office constantly reshapes its major-league roster through blockbuster trades and aggressive deadline deals, the true heartbeat of the organization relies on what's brewing down on the farm. Even with constant promotions and prospect movement shifting the landscape, tracking the standout performers across the minor-league affiliates reveals a system packed with high-OBP bats, gap-to-gap pop, and a pitching staff that proves the future in San Diego has plenty of depth.

From elite foundational talents anchoring the diamond to breakout risers who forced their way into everyday roles, putting together a complete 2026 Minor League All-Star squad showcases a roster more than capable of driving the future in San Diego.

San Diego Padres Minor League 26-Man All-Star Roster (2026 Season)

 

Starting Lineup (9)

 

Ethan Salas (C)  
2026 Minor League Stat Line (San Antonio / El Paso) 348 AB | 103 H | 10 HR | 61 RBI | 17 SB | .296 AVG | .374 OBP | .448 SLG | .822 OPS

Profile: Anchors the organization behind the plate with elite defensive presence and a polished .296 batting clip, driving 61 runs across 96 games. Has received his long awaited big league call-up.

Nick Solak (1B)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Triple-A El Paso): 431 AB | 135 H | 16 HR | 79 RBI | 7 SB | .313 AVG | .378 OBP | .497 SLG | .875 OPS

Profile: A potent offensive force in the Pacific Coast League, providing El Paso with a .313 average, robust slugging, and consistent run production.

Marcos Castañon (2B)  
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Triple-A El Paso): 437 AB | 125 H | 17 HR | 70 RBI | 4 SB | .286 AVG | .335 OBP | .453 SLG | .788 OPS

Profile: Delivers gap-to-gap pop and steady middle-infield execution at the highest level of the minor league system.

Mason McCoy (SS)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Triple-A El Paso): 476 AB | 10 HR | 67 RBI | 37 SB | .284 AVG | .359 OBP | .408 SLG | .767 OPS

Profile: Combines top-tier defensive range at shortstop with high-IQ base running and timely run production.

Kerrington Cross (3B)  
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne / San Antonio): 372 AB | 103 H | 25 2B | 18 HR | 64 RBI | 21 SB | 80 BB | .277 AVG | .415 OBP | .500 SLG | .915 OPS

Profile: Put together a breakout campaign highlighted by an elite .415 on-base percentage and heavy extra-base power across the lower minors.

Alex McCoy (LF)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Fort Wayne / San Antonio ): 475 AB | 132 H | 31 2B | 19 HR | 71 RBI | 50 BB | 24 SB | .278 AVG | .355 OBP | .467 SLG | .822 OPS

Profile: Showcases power-speed threat capabilities out of the outfield with 31 doubles and 21 stolen bases that brought consistent offensive pressure across High-A and Double-A

Ryan Wideman (CF)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne): 451 AB | 129 H | 24 2B | 6 HR | 59 RBI | 65 SB | .286 AVG | .350 OBP | .406 SLG | .756 OPS

Profile: Dynamic speed threat patrolling center field with an impressive 65 stolen bases and a reliable .286 batting average.

Braedon Karpathios (RF)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (San Antonio / El Paso): 465 AB | 122 H | 17 HR | 73 RBI | 64 BB | .262 AVG | .350 OBP | .432 SLG | .782 OPS

Profile: Texas League standout featuring a disciplined plate approach, low chase rates, and consistent middle-of-the-order run production. Promoted to Triple-A to finish a solid campaign.

Jake Cunningham (DH)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Fort Wayne / San Antonio): 339 AB | 96 H | 18 2B | 19 HR | 61 RBI | 44 BB | .283 AVG | .369 OBP | .516 SLG | .885 OPS

Profile: Erupted with a .516 slugging clip and 19 home runs, slotting directly into the designated hitter role to maximize raw power output.

Bench Players (4)

Blake Hunt (C)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Triple-A El Paso): .301 AVG | .381 OBP | .617 SLG | 11 HR | 32 RBI

Profile: Highly efficient backup option providing elite catching depth and loud offensive impact in a shortened Triple-A sample. Was recently released in a bit of a surprise move. 

Justin DeCriscio (INF)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne / San Antonio): 463 AB | 125 H | 13 HR | 59 RBI | 22 SB | .270 AVG | .358 OBP | .783 OPS

Profile: High-contact infield operator capable of filling multiple defensive positions cleanly while maintaining strong on-base metrics.with quiet pop.

Carlos Rodríguez (OF)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Triple-A El Paso): 465 AB | 146 H | 6 HR | 75 RBI | 23 SB | .314 AVG | .380 OBP | .806 OPS

Profile: Displays exceptional hit-tool consistency with a .314 average, 139 total hits, and dependable speed on the base paths.

Bradley Frye (UT)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne): 353 AB | 97 H | 5 HR | 52 RBI | 30 SB | .275 AVG | .371 OBP | .382 SLG | .753 OPS

Profile: Gritty utility asset offering defensive versatility across the diamond alongside 30 stolen bases and a disciplined .371 OBP.

Starting Rotation (6-Man)

Luis Gutierrez (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line ( Arizona Complex / Fort Wayne / San Antonio / El Paso ): 33.0 IP | 3.27 ERA | 1.30 WHIP | 42 SO | 1-3 W-L

Profile: Sinker-heavy profile generating extreme ground-ball inducement to navigate deep into games.

Bryan Balzer (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne): 98.2 IP | 4.77 ERA | 1.39 WHIP | 100 SO | 7-5 W-L

Profile: Leveraged high-spin secondary offerings to rack up 100 strikeouts across nearly 100 frames, anchoring a durable starter's workload across two levels.

Jesus Castro (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line ( Lake Elsinore ); 90.1 IP | 4.18 ERA | 1.31 WHIP | 100 SO | 3-5 W-L

Profile: Exceptional sequencing depth and control execution keeping hitters off balance through extended outings.

Winyer Chourio (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne): 92.2 IP | 4.56 ERA | 1.46 WHIP | 122 SO | 6-5 W-L

Profile: Utilizes high-spin, heavy vertical movement with his fastball alongside an emerging swing-and-miss breaking package to rack up 122 strikeouts across 92.2 frames.   

Ian Koenig (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (San Antonio / El Paso): 137.1 IP | 4.39 ERA | 1.23 WHIP | 114 SO | 7-10 W-L

Profile: Command-driven sequence specialist relying on heavy sinker-slider tunnels to induce weak contact across a heavy 137.1-inning workload in the upper levels     

Jhony Brito (Starting Pitcher)
2026 Minor League Stat Line ( Arizona Complex / San Antonio / El Paso ): 67.2 IP | 3.06 ERA | 1.21 WHIP | 44 SO | 4-1 W-L

Profile: Mix-and-match approach prioritizing high execution rates and strategic pitch location.

Bullpen (7-Man)

Adler Cecil (Long-Relief)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Arizona Complex / Lake Elsinore): 61.2 IP | 4.09 ERA | 1.28 WHIP | 107 SO | 2-3 W-L

Profile: Showcased a high-octane arm by racking up 107 strikeouts in just 61.2 frames, offering elite multi-inning length and swing-and-miss stuff out of the pen.

Javier Chacon (Middle-Relief)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Lake Elsinore / Fort Wayne): 67 IP | 3.76 ERA | 1.46 WHIP | 82 SO | 6-1 W-L | 1 SV

Profile: Provided steady, reliable bridge work across two levels, compiling a sharp 6-1 record while keeping traffic manageable and turning in 82 strikeouts.

Igor Gil (Middle-Relief)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Fort Wayne / San Antonio): 53.2 IP | 4.36 ERA | 1.62 WHIP | 73 SO | 2-2 W-L | 1 SV

Profile: Leveraged a heavy strikeout approach—punching out 73 batters in 53.2 innings—to navigate high-leverage middle frames and advance through the upper levels.

Tucker Musgrove (Middle-Relief)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Fort Wayne / San Antonio): 34.1 IP | 3.41 ERA | 1.46 WHIP | 68 SO | 2-2 W-L | 3 SV

Profile: Emerged as a dominant high-octane weapon in abbreviated stints, locking down 3 saves and posting an electric 68-to-34 strikeout-to-innings ratio.

Francis Pena (Set-up)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Double-A San Antonio): 59 IP | 3.05 ERA | 1.46 WHIP | 71 SO | 4-3 W-L | 3 SV

Profile: Anchored the back-end bridge in Double-A with a stingy 3.05 ERA, showing excellent late-inning poise and missing bats consistently with 71 Ks in 59 frames.

Josh Mallitz (Set-up)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Double-A San Antonio): 61.2 IP | 4.09 ERA | 1.18 WHIP | 63 SO | 5-0 W-L | 6 SV

Profile: Combined a pristine 1.18 WHIP with a flawless 5-0 record and 6 saves, proving to be a metronomic setup option who minimizes free passes in clutch spots.

Hunter Stratton (Closer)
2026 Minor League Stat Line (Gwinnett, Indianapolis, El Paso): 49.1 IP | 2.92 ERA | 1.34 WHIP | 47 SO | 3-5 W-L | 4 SV

Profile: Brought valuable veteran stabilization and a sharp 2.92 ERA to the Triple-A bullpen corps, locking down the ninth inning with veteran execution 

San Diego Padres Minor League 26-Man All-Star Roster Conclusion 

The 2026 minor league landscape showcased an exceptional wave of organizational depth across the Padres system, from high-octane arms dominating in the lower levels to resilient upper-level workhorses. This collective performance underscores a robust pipeline ready to impact San Diego and solidifies the strength of the entire farm system moving forward.

*All players stats and player information have been updated as of 9/15

 

 

                 

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Edited September 15 by Michael Black
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