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Padres Sign Luis Rengifo to Minor-League Deal

San Diego added the veteran as a low-cost depth option to cover injury gaps, shore up a struggling offense, preserve roster flexibility, set up trade-deadline options

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Jun 10, 2026; Summerlin, Nevada, USA; Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Luis Rengifo (13) runs to first base during the eighth inning against the Athletics at the Las Vegas Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Padres agreed to a minor-league contract with infielder Luis Rengifo, a move first reported by Dennis Lin of The Athletic on Friday.
  • Rengifo was released by the Milwaukee Brewers on June 23 after hitting .205/.280/.254 with a .534 OPS in 209 plate appearances this season.
  • He will begin in Triple-A El Paso and can earn a promotion if he shows improved offense, giving San Diego a versatile infielder who can play multiple positions.
  • San Diego made the low-cost pickup because its offense ranks at or near the bottom in major metrics and injuries, including Jake Cronenworth’s concussion, have thinned the infield.
  • Rengifo’s signing is a short-term reclamation gamble based on stronger seasons with the Angels (notably 2022) while the front office evaluates larger roster moves ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.