Connor Joe returns to his hometown, signing a one-year contract with the San Diego Padres. The 32-year-old outfielder and first baseman had a season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he posted a .228 batting average with nine home runs and 36 RBIs across 123 games. Joe, who played college baseball at the University of San Diego, adds versatility to the Padres roster, having played multiple positions in his career.

Throughout his Major League career, Joe has accumulated a .242 batting average with 35 home runs and 141 RBIs in 438 games, previously playing for the San Francisco Giants and Colorado Rockies before his time with the Pirates. His experience will be crucial as the Padres aim to bolster their offensive lineup this season.