Padres Minors: Luis Campusano Keeps Slugging; El Paso, San Antonio Split Doubleheader

Padres minors: Luis Campusano keeps slugging; El Paso, San Antonio split doubleheader

The Padres need a right-handed bat to at least cycle in regularly as a DH. Perhaps it’s time for Luis Campusano to get a real look. The 26-year-old catcher has homered in three of his last four games, taking his season total to 13 in 46 games at Triple-A El Paso. He went 0-for-3 in 10-7 win and drove in three runs on two hits, including a homer, in a 11-5 loss in seven innings. Campusano is hitting .321/.436/.636 with 43 RBIs. He was 0-for-18 wi…

Padres Eyeing Ramón Laureano for Outfield Bolster Amid Struggles

The San Diego Padres are in urgent need of an outfielder, particularly for the left field position, as they approach the trade deadline. Experts predict they might acquire Ramón Laureano from the Baltimore Orioles rather than pursuing bigger names like Luis Robert Jr. or Taylor Ward. Laureano, known for his strong arm and solid bat, is hitting .266 with nine home runs this season and has a 2.0 WAR in just 54 games, making him a viable option for…