19-year-old Salas -- batting leadoff! -- belts first Double-A homer
By Clark Fahrenthold
Published on April 25, 2026.
PadPadPadris' No. 2 prospect, 19-year-old 19th-old Salas, hit his first home run of the season for Double-A San Antonio in an 8-7 loss to Amarillo on Friday night. This marks Salas' fourth two-hit game in nine appearances for the team. Despite his struggles, Salas remains considered one of the best defensive catching prospects in baseball, with his 70-grade fielding and 60-grade glove tools. He also reached out twice with a pair of walks and a single RBI single.
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