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Padres Inform Ty France and Walker Buehler They Made Opening Day Roster

Opt-out clauses forced swift calls, with Buehler entering the rotation, France’s contract set for selection before March 26.

Feb 23, 2026; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France (4) at bat in the fifth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Feb 23, 2026; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Ty France (4) gets set in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • France was told he made the team and will have his contract selected before Opening Day, a move that carries a $1.35 million salary under his minor-league deal.
  • Buehler was informed he made the club and will factor into the season-opening rotation after throwing five shutout innings last weekend.
  • Utilityman Sung-Mun Song is slated to begin the year on the injured list with an oblique strain, clearing a path for France’s spot.
  • France finished spring at .318 with a .912 OPS, returns as the AL’s reigning Gold Glove first baseman, and offers coverage at second and third base.
  • San Diego’s corner and DH mix remains crowded with Miguel Andújar, Nick Castellanos and Gavin Sheets, and only one bench spot is left with Bryce Johnson described as a strong favorite due to his ability to back up center field.