Padres’ Craig Stammen breaks down decision to DFA Nick Castellanos

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Padres’ Craig Stammen breaks down decision to DFA Nick Castellanos

Joey Mistretta, ClutchPoints · ClutchPoints

Wed, Jun 3, 2026 ·

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The San Diego Padres designated Nick Castellanos for assignment on Wednesday. The surprising move was announced during the Padres' series against the Philadelphia Phillies — who happen to be Castellanos' former team . Before Wednesday's game, Padres manager Craig Stammen commented on the decision to designate Castellanos for assignment, via Dave Uram.

"We've kind of been talking a little bit about our roster and the flexibility that we'd like to have off the bench," Stammen said. "Maybe a little bit more speed, a little bit more dynamic players."

The fact of the matter is that Castellanos has to hit at a respectable level in order to receive a roster spot at this point in his career for a contending team. He doesn't offer much speed or defensive value. Through 39 games played, Castellanos has recorded a lackluster slash line of .191/.221/.339.

Nevertheless, it was likely a difficult decision for the Padres. Castellanos is a veteran with a proven track record.

"It was tough, Nick is such a pro," Stammen said of the conversation with Castellanos about the decision. "I've really enjoyed having him here in San Diego . We had conversations with him when we signed him that, you know, he was going to earn his playing time. It was probably going to be a different role for him, wasn't going to be an everyday role… Just decided to make a move and change the roster up a little bit."

Castellanos could certainly receive another MLB opportunity elsewhere. He is a two-time All-Star who still offers power from the right side of the plate.

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