Ethan Salas was born in Florida on June 1, 2006, before moving to Venezuela. In January 2023, the Padres used up nearly all of their international pool money to sign the 16-year-old for $5.6 million.

Salas, the team’s top prospect, will be in Peoria, Ariz., with the big club for the purpose of gaining experience. The Padres believe Salas, who turns 18 on June 1, is on track to make his MLB ...

The New York Post’s Jon Heyman published a story Thursday about Ethan Salas, a 16-year-old catcher who is turning heads in spring training. Despite his age, Salas caught Yu Darvish for a bullpen ...

San Diego Padres prospect Ethan Salas made his pro debut Tuesday with the Single-A Lake Elsinore Storm. Here’s what you need to know: Salas, 16, became the first 2006-born player to debut in the ...

In February, he attended the team’s fan festival alongside Xander Bogaerts, Manny Machado, Juan Soto and Fernando Tatis Jr. ... 16 year old Ethan Salas, Padres. Elite – elite ...

San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill is guiding the team's top prospect, Ethan Salas, through the minor player's injury recovery, relaying the feelings of the up-and-comer.

As you probably noticed, Padres catcher Ethan Salas has moved into the Top 10 on our newly updated Top 100 Prospects rankings. He currently ranks No. 6. That’s a lofty ranking for a player who ...