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Padres Sign Robinson Cano To Minor League Deal

By Darragh McDonald | June 10, 2022 at 6:40pm CDT

The Padres have announced that they have signed Robinson Cano to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A El Paso.

It was just over a week ago that Cano lost his spot on the Padres’ roster, with the club reportedly asking Cano to accept a trip to the minors. As a veteran with over five years of MLB service time, Cano had the ability to reject that offer and return to free agency. It appears that he didn’t find any better opportunities on the open market, as he will now indeed report to the Chihuahuas after all.

It’s been a tumultuous season Cano, on the heels of missing the entirety of the 2021 campaign due to a PED suspension. After a mediocre showing of .195/.233/.268 in 12 games to begin the year, he was released by the Mets. Due to the fact that Cano’s contract runs through 2023, any team in the league could sign him for the prorated league minimum, with the Mets covering the bulk of his salary. The Padres, looking for offense but dealing with a budget crunch, stepped up and gave Cano an opportunity. However, his 12 games for the Padres went even worse than his 12 games for the Mets, as he hit just .091/.118/.091, eventually leading to his release.

After all that bouncing around, it seems the goal of this deal is for Cano to get into a groove and see if he can get some of the old magic back. Padres’ manager Bob Melvin explained to Dennis Lin of The Athletic that Cano essentially views it that way. Despite the fact that Cano is 39 years old, he’s not too far removed from being a productive major leaguer. In 2020, he hit .316/.352/.544, wRC+ of 142. Of course, a pessimist could point to the positive PED test and dismiss that line, but regardless, Cano will head to El Paso and see if some regular playing time can get him back on track.

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  1. Samer

    2 weeks ago

    Lol. That was quick

    Reply
    • stymeedone

      2 weeks ago

      Tail tucked between his legs, he comes whimpering back.

      Reply
  2. etex211

    2 weeks ago

    Wait, didn’t I just read this about 10 days ago?

    Reply
    • MoneyBallJustWorks

      2 weeks ago

      no. 10 days ago he had pride.

      Unfortunately nobody else wanted do use a major league contract on a washed up cheater

      Reply
      • drtymike0509

        2 weeks ago

        Exactly right. As Ving Rhames said in Pulp Fiction “you might feel a slight sting. That’s pride “messing” with you. “To hell with” pride. Pride only hurts, it never helps.”

        Reply
        • Bill M

          2 weeks ago

          Yes but Ving also said, “Go to work on the homes here with a pair of pliers and a blow torch.”

      • pbfog

        2 weeks ago

        Didn’t know he was gay too.

        Reply
  3. Yanks4life22

    2 weeks ago

    I know he has had his bad moments. But I gotta respect a guy who keeps playing for the love of the game after making a quarter of a billion dollars.

    Reply
    • DarkSide830

      2 weeks ago

      bro get over this cheater

      Reply
      • Cosmo2

        2 weeks ago

        I mean, we’re allowed to have some good sentiments about the guy aren’t we? He’s a steroid user not a serial killer.

        Reply
        • dadofdonnydownvote

          2 weeks ago

          Since he cost other clean guys a chance at MLB he is no different than a criminal to many baseball fans.

        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          Well that’s ridiculous.

        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          Well that’s ridiculous. It’s also not true but whatever.

      • Yanks4life22

        2 weeks ago

        It’s just a game man. It’s purely for entertainment and nothing more. I enjoyed watching Cano play and enjoyed him being an ambassador for the game and representing himself like a gentleman. You act like players these days are involved in baseball strictly for the spirit of competition – they aren’t. It’s a multi-billion dollar enterprise with the players these days acting like self indulged, self made CEO’s. And the second they get the pay day they stop working. So sorry I like a guy for actually liking baseball to the point he would go to triple-A after making more money than god.

        Reply
        • Samer

          2 weeks ago

          Jesus, When Nelson Cruz retires: is he going to get this?

        • Gwynning

          2 weeks ago

          Nelly, Starling Marte, Bartolo all loved… but let’s hate on every other player who popped. Doesn’t make sense really, until you realize that fans will defend their favorited players.

        • Yanks4life22

          2 weeks ago

          This!!!

          People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. None of us are perfect. We all screw up, we all look for an edge to get ahead.

          I never even thought about Bartolo. If it weren’t for HGH his arm never would have healed and we would never have had any of his great moments in his older years. That year he pitched for the Yankees was a blast to watch, and then in OAK, and then him hitting a bomb for the Mets. Moments like that made me smile and laugh at times. It’s what it’s all about right?

    • stymeedone

      2 weeks ago

      @yanks4life
      Still haven’t convinced me its for the love of the game. I believe its his love of future paychecks. Continuing to play at his age and his level of skill, is disrespecting the game. Shows no love at all.

      Reply
      • Cosmo2

        2 weeks ago

        He doesn’t have to play to get paid, stymee, he’s already guaranteed his money and he’s not deluded enough to think or care he’s gonna get another tiny contract after this one.

        Reply
  4. StupendousYappi

    2 weeks ago

    I think the headlines should read “Robinson CANO signs with minor league club the San Diego Padres”

    Reply
    • CubsWin108

      2 weeks ago

      Padres are 13 games above *500 rn boy, and are only 2 game back from the dodgers… what are you going on about?

      Reply
      • Cosmo2

        2 weeks ago

        Trolling that’s all

        Reply
      • StupendousYappi

        2 weeks ago

        yeah they have a great rich history. yeah they are qualifying for the playoffs this year wow. whoa daddy

        Reply
        • chipperniner7

          2 weeks ago

          Lol what’s your point StupidYapper?

        • damascusj

          2 weeks ago

          I wonder if you’re a Mets fan or a dodger fan, cause you pretty salty, my boy

        • Smelly_Cobb

          2 weeks ago

          I would guess salty Mets fan, using the context of the article. He’s prob mad they gotta pay Cano to suit up in black and red

    • Smelly_Cobb

      2 weeks ago

      Yankee fan?

      Reply
    • Thrownoutatsecond 2

      2 weeks ago

      Do you read anything about 2022 games or stats? I can think of about 26 other teams that dream of having the Padres starting rotation. Padres have one of best managers in the MAJORS. I though they would be lucky if they were a few games above .500 before Tatis was back. The train to Trolltown is leaving the station. You can chat it up with other trolls on the way home.

      Reply
  5. Jacob Cook

    2 weeks ago

    I don’t know what’s more shocking, the Padres signing him again or Cano even agreeing to a minor league deal.

    Reply
    • solaris602

      2 weeks ago

      Tells you there is ZERO interest from other clubs. Nobody else wants Cano.

      Reply
    • txman22

      2 weeks ago

      Only happy players will be his minor league teammates when hopefully he treats all of them to major league lockeroom spreads & takes them out for 5 star meals.

      Reply
  6. DarkSide830

    2 weeks ago

    lol wot?

    Reply
  7. phenomenalajs

    2 weeks ago

    Is this different from him being designated for assignment and accepting? I’m guessing it is slightly. If he had accepted the assignment tied to his major league signing, I would think that would be deducted from the Mets’ payments. If he’s signed at the minor league level, it could be counted differently. It won’t be a huge difference financially but it’s a slight dig at the Mets. I don’t think Steve Cohen will really notice.

    Reply
    • badguyswon86

      2 weeks ago

      It means that he can be in the Padres’ organization without being on the 40-man roster, unless and until they call him back up to the Majors.

      Reply
  8. 13Morgs13

    2 weeks ago

    Mexican league was full

    Reply
  9. Jung Like My Daddy

    2 weeks ago

    Must have some explicit photos of Aj Preller in lingerie or something. Only way to explain bringing him back.

    Reply
    • Cosmo2

      2 weeks ago

      Or the fact that they have absolutely nothing to lose whatsoever by retaining him in the minors.

      Reply
      • Thrownoutatsecond 2

        2 weeks ago

        Some minor leaguer is losing a chance.

        Reply
        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          I knew someone was going to say that. It’s nonsense. Most minor leaguers are not prospects and don’t enter into major league plans. Cano takes a spot from one of those filler guys. The team loses nothing by giving Joe AAA’s spot to Cano. Nothing.

        • Thrownoutatsecond 2

          2 weeks ago

          I didn’t say the organization was losing anything. The guy released from AAA had dreams. Not many players hang on to the minors for the pay. $500 to $700 a week AAA, $209 to $500 AA.

        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          What’s your point? That guy with dreams who supposedly got cut so that the vastly more deserving Cano can have a spot would never make it to the majors anyway so what difference does it make? Does the most talented person not deserve the spot or are we obligated to let some inferior scrub play over Cano at AAA? Cano takes nothing from anyone except maybe a roster spot from someone who doesn’t have the talent level for the majors anyway. The team loses nothing and you are grasping at straws to try and prove that giving a professional like Cano a minor league spot is somehow damaging to something. NO ONE IS LOSING A CHANCE. Most minor leaguers are filler and are NEVER really expected to make it to the majors. You are either misunderstanding this completely if you are moving the goal posts.

        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          *”or” you are moving the goal posts. The backend player Cano replaces was probably getting cut anyway. (And Cano is a better player. Meritocracy and all).

    • agentx

      2 weeks ago

      “Lingerie photos…. Yeeesssss!!” — Marv Albert

      Reply
      • chipperniner7

        2 weeks ago

        HAHAHAHA at the Marv Albert part, holy s*** that reminded me of NBA Action ‘94 on sega genesis.

        Reply
        • Gwynning

          2 weeks ago

          Perfect use of the internet here. Thank you for the embarrassing snortles, gentlemen! +Mug taps+

  10. PhDPad

    2 weeks ago

    He is tight with Nando. Maybe he is hoping to play with him when Tatis gets back. If he does well at AAA, Preller will bring him back up for his good ‘clubhouse’ chemistry and his experience. I wouldn’t be surprised if this was a suggestion by Tatis, as well.

    Reply
  11. Lefty_Orioles_Fan

    2 weeks ago

    I guess he missed the Kielbasa in San Diego!!!

    Plus he was singing …. I left My Heart in San Diego!

    Reply
  12. JANUS

    2 weeks ago

    Cue the Benny Hill theme ….

    Reply
  13. HiredGun23

    2 weeks ago

    Adding chemistry to the El Paso clubhouse with the slimmest of hopes his bat gets hot and stays hot for a possible call up. If not, what do we have to lose…again?

    Reply
    • Rsox

      2 weeks ago

      I’m guessing the Padres are hoping he leaves Chemistry out of this…

      Reply
  14. FSF

    2 weeks ago

    Is this a sick joke? Preller must have a serious hard on for Cano.

    Reply
    • damascusj

      2 weeks ago

      It doesn’t take a major league roster spot and costs basically nothing, why not take a flyer

      Reply
      • FSF

        2 weeks ago

        Because they already took that flyer no?

        Reply
        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          But there’s no “flyer”. It costs them nothing to stash him in the minors.

      • stymeedone

        2 weeks ago

        @damascus
        29 other teams came up with a reason not to. Sorry you’re having problems figuring it out.

        Reply
  15. No Soup For Yu!

    2 weeks ago

    I figured he wouldn’t even bother. He’s made more money than he could ever reasonably spend, he’s already won a World Series, and his name has been tarnished forever. Props for going back to the minor leagues to grind for another opportunity, but he should honestly just go home to his family.

    Reply
  16. dennis63480

    2 weeks ago

    Are they starting him in the low minors?

    Reply
    • Samer

      2 weeks ago

      He was sent to Triple-A; highest level in the minors.

      Reply
  17. thelegendaryharambe

    2 weeks ago

    lol

    Reply
  18. foppert

    2 weeks ago

    Might be hanging in for the outside chance of a World Series shot. I think that’s why some of them play. Good on him.

    Reply
  19. Rsox

    2 weeks ago

    Translation: no one else was interested

    Reply
  20. nrd1138

    2 weeks ago

    Somewhere Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn are sad now. I thought for sure the White Sox would have overpaid Cano to bring him to their club to under perform for too much money

    Reply
    • thelegendaryharambe

      2 weeks ago

      He’s already under contract. They literally don’t have the option to pay him more than $500k. Granted even that is probably an overpay for Cano at this point.

      Reply
  21. Old York

    2 weeks ago

    Good down and going signing.

    Reply
  22. Barelybreathin

    2 weeks ago

    Mark McGuire, Barry Bonds, Sammy Soto, Roger Clemons and Pete Rose should be in the HOF.

    All of them were cheaters. Or so folks say. They were great in their day, and kept the game alive.

    Reply
    • Barelybreathin

      2 weeks ago

      Raphael Palmiero too

      Reply
      • DarkSide830

        2 weeks ago

        wrong, they nearly killed it

        Reply
        • Barelybreathin

          2 weeks ago

          We’re you even alive when they played? The brought excitement to the game that had been lost. Do some research.

        • Cosmo2

          2 weeks ago

          The game hadn’t lost excitement, it was coming off a strike and popularity was down. Research that. Steroids did definite damage to the game. (Also maybe research Pete
          Rose a bit and see how awful of a human he was, not just gambling. Clemens too).

    • forwhomjoshbelltolled

      2 weeks ago

      Or they can keep their millions and go F themselves while the Hall of Fame tries to be a place of honor.

      OK, that ship has sailed, but still…F them.

      They knew full well what the consequences of their actions would be if they got caught and they got caught.

      Reply
  23. Thrownoutatsecond 2

    2 weeks ago

    Baffling. I watched all 12 games as a Padre. He has nothing left in his glove either. His range, pivots, throws playing second were pathetic. I don’t think I have ever seen a more aged baseball player on a MLB field.

    Reply
    • Barelybreathin

      2 weeks ago

      Agree.

      Reply
  24. Silas

    2 weeks ago

    Down in the West Texas town of El Paso, I fell in love with a Mexican girl….

    Reply
    • $21002046

      2 weeks ago

      Did those penicillin shots clear things up?

      Reply
  25. xfloydsterx

    2 weeks ago

    Lol

    Reply
  26. rememberthecoop

    2 weeks ago

    The author writes “of course, a pessimist could point to the positive PED test”… A pessimist? How about a realist!

    Reply
    • Samer

      2 weeks ago

      Your mom was probably on that PED. (Mine is)
      It was a diuretic; high blood pressure medication;
      they act as a “masking agent”.

      We dont know what (if any) PEDs he was on.
      Nowadays, people use that term loosely.
      Just look at Orioles’ Chris Davis later prescribed whatever he was found guilty “PED” tested positive for.

      Reply
  27. pwndroia

    2 weeks ago

    After no more PEDs, the bat goes dead.

    Reply
  28. DodgerOK

    2 weeks ago

    I guess anything is better than staying home, mowing the lawn and taking out the trash.

    Reply
  29. Gwynning

    2 weeks ago

    He’s virtually done as a player, this would seem to be a last gasp… but he does bring value to a young Triple A team as an active pseudo-coach-player. He was well respected in SD & his presence on the Chihuahua bench will be massive, or so I think.

    Reply
    • damascusj

      2 weeks ago

      Agreed, maybe he can give campy some positive coaching while he is down there

      Reply
  30. $21002046

    2 weeks ago

    Walk away Robbie

    Reply
  31. jajacobs2

    2 weeks ago

    He is finished!

    Reply
  32. tippin

    2 weeks ago

    I just came here to say that Angel Hernandez is the worst major league umpire that I’ve ever seen in 40years of watching/playing baseball..and Cano can’t hit without roids. Also..Mazara is mashing right now, and the adjustments he made in AAA ball will make him one of the better statistical OF’s in the league come game 162. That is all.

    Reply
    • Agador Spartacus

      2 weeks ago

      CB Bucknor feels left out of this discussion for worst ever…

      Reply
      • solaris602

        2 weeks ago

        I said the very same thing about Bucknor after watching him blow call after call behind the plate in a game. That’s business as usual for CB – always has been. Hernandez isn’t far behind, though.

        Reply
  33. jaybest

    2 weeks ago

    He was always cheating. He is just trying to prove he can play without using PEDs.

    Reply
    • Cosmo2

      2 weeks ago

      That’s not at all what’s happening. You are pulling this out your butt.

      Reply
    • LordD99

      2 weeks ago

      He’s an athlete who wants to keep playing.

      Reply
  34. Thrownoutatsecond 2

    2 weeks ago

    El Paso Filler Scrub, Robbie, I tell ya… I could have been somebody….I could have been a contender “

    Reply

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