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San Diego Padres outfielder Tirso Ornelas was recalled from Triple-A El Paso as Jason Heyward was placed on the 10-day injured list with left knee inflammation over the weekend.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / April 19

Padres OF Jason Heyward hits IL; rookie Tirso Ornelas promoted

The San Diego Padres placed veteran outfielder Jason Heyward on the 10-day injured list Saturday due to left knee inflammation and promoted outfielder Tirso Ornelas from Triple-A El Paso.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 22

Padres lose five-time Gold Glove winner to injury

The Padres announced that they’ve placed Jason Heyward on the 10-day injured list due to inflammation in his left knee.

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

Padres place Brandon Lockridge on IL due to hamstring strain

The Padres announced that center fielder Brandon Lockridge has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain. Infielder/outfielder Connor Joe has been recalled to take his spot on the active roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Former Cubs Outfielder Not Surprised Team Only Won One World Series

Jason Heyward was not an all-time Chicago Cub. After signing an eight-year, $184 million contract before the 2016 season, the all-around outfielder struggled to live up to his payday.

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 6

Padres have a Yuli Gurriel and Jason Heyward problem

Options are available for underperforming veterans Ten games into the 2025 MLB season is a very small sample size for any player. But a quick look at the early season stats show a glaring gap between Yuli Gurriel/Jason Heyward and the other eleven position players on the daily roster.

MLB News / Talking Chop / April 5

This Day in Braves History: Jason Heyward homers in his first career at-bat

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 14

Padres looking to add another hitter

The Padres were dormant for much of the offseason but sprang to life recently. In the past week, they’ve bolstered the pitching staff with Nick Pivetta and Kyle Hart, as well as bringing Jason Heyward and Connor Joe into the position player mix.

MLB News / Just Baseball / February 14

How Creative Will the Padres Get to Complete Their Roster?

While it was a quiet start to the offseason for the San Diego Padres, they’ve been a little bit more active in recent weeks. Their most notable addition came on Wednesday evening when they inked 32-year-old Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million deal.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 14

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MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 9

Dodgers World Series Champion Outfielder Signs With Rival Padres

The San Diego Padres reached an agreement with free-agent and former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Jason Heyward Friday, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic.

MLB News / Field Level Media / February 8

Reports: Jason Heyward joining latest addition Connor Joe in Padres' outfield

The San Diego Padres added to their outfield depth with the signing of Connor Joe on Saturday and the reported agreement to terms, also on a one-year contract, with veteran Jason Heyward.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 8

San Diego Padres, Former Chicago Cubs World Series Champ Agree to Contract

The San Diego Padres are working to solve their outfield depth problem by agreed to a deal with former Chicago Cubs star Jason Heyward, per a report in The Athletic.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / February 8

Former Houston Astros Outfielder Agrees to Deal with San Diego Padres

Jason Heyward, a former Houston Astros outfielder, has agreed to a contract with the San Diego Padres, per a report in The Athletic. Heyward appears to be part of a volume approach for San Diego to address depth issues in its outfielder.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 8

Report: Padres to sign five-time Gold Glove winner

The Padres have reached agreement with Jason Heyward on a free agent deal

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 24

Jason Heyward helps Astros top M's, seal AL West title

Jason Heyward delivered a go-ahead two-run homer and the Houston Astros clinched their fourth straight American League West title with a 4-3 win over the visiting Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 4

Houston Astros Well-Known Veteran Outfielder Predicted to Retire Soon

For the stretch run, the Houston Astros recently brought in a well-known name around the game in outfielder Jason Heyward. After some successful years with the Chicago Cubs, Heyward joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Jason Heyward lands with new playoff team after Dodgers release

Jason Heyward has landed with a new World Series contender after being cut by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Freddie Freeman addresses Jason Heyward's status after DFA

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a tough decision this week when they designated Heyward for assignment.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 22

Dodgers DFA former All-Star after giving manager cool highlight

Dodgers DFA former All-Star after he gives manager highlight of the season

With a roster as loaded with position player talent as Los Angeles is, the breakup isn't surprising.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Dodgers DFA veteran just days after pinch-hit heroics

Dodgers designate outfielder for assignment just days after pinch-hit heroics

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 18

Jason Heyward Not Taking Return To Dodgers ‘For Granted’

Jason Heyward returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers active roster on Friday, following a long layoff due to a back injury that kept him on the shelf. Having not appeared in a game since March 30 against the St.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 5

Jason Heyward Finally Making Progress in Return From Injury

Los Angeles Dodgers veteran outfielder Jason Heyward is making significant strides in his recovery from his back injury. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, in a statement to reporters including Dodgers Nation's J.P.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5, 2024