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Giants Sign Batting Champion Arraez Amid Padres Shakeup

2/3/2026

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The San Francisco Giants signed Luis Arraez, a three-time batting champion, to a one-year contract.
Padres general manager A.J. Preller led the decision to part with Arraez as part of a roster modernization.
Arraez's poor 2025 performance and defensive struggles contributed to his departure.
After Dylan Cease left via free agency, the Padres face rotation gaps.
Zac Gallen is floated as a potential addition.

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Story summary

The San Francisco Giants signed Luis Arraez, a three-time batting champion, to a one-year contract.
Padres general manager A.J. Preller led the decision to part with Arraez as part of a roster modernization.
Arraez's poor 2025 performance and defensive struggles contributed to his departure.
After Dylan Cease left via free agency, the Padres face rotation gaps.
Zac Gallen is floated as a potential addition.