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Jake Cronenworth Activated, Returns to Padres' Lineup

Monitoring his health after a brief Triple-A rehab will determine whether he can help stabilize a struggling Padres offense.

Apr 23, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) turns the first half of a double play to end the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Padres activated Jake Cronenworth on Monday and put him in the starting lineup at second base for the series opener in Chicago.
  • Cronenworth was grazed by a 96-mph pitch on April 18, developed delayed concussion symptoms and had been out of the majors since May 5.
  • He completed a three-game rehab with Triple-A El Paso, going 3-for-12 with a home run while appearing at second base, shortstop and DH.
  • San Diego made corresponding roster moves by placing reliever David Morgan on the 15-day injured list with left knee inflammation, recalling rookie right-hander Bradgley Rodriguez and optioning Will Wagner to Triple-A.
  • The club will closely watch Cronenworth's hitting and vision after an early-season slump (.144/.272/.196 in his first 32 games) because his recovery affects lineup balance and short-term roster planning.