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Bogaerts Reclaims Shortstop as Padres Aim for Playoffs

2/2/2025

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Xander Bogaerts is set to reclaim the shortstop role for the San Diego Padres in 2025 after Ha-Seong Kim's move to the Tampa Bay Rays. At 32, Bogaerts is eager to bounce back from a tough 2024 season, where he hit .264 with 11 home runs. The Padres are determined to chase postseason glory while navigating financial challenges.

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Story summary

Xander Bogaerts is set to reclaim the shortstop role for the San Diego Padres in 2025 after Ha-Seong Kim's move to the Tampa Bay Rays. At 32, Bogaerts is eager to bounce back from a tough 2024 season, where he hit .264 with 11 home runs. The Padres are determined to chase postseason glory while navigating financial challenges.