Padres Clear Roster Space as Preller Shapes an Ambitious Offseason
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The Padres front office has declined options on pitchers Lucas Giolito and Griffin Canning and watched infielder Miguel Andujar opt out of his own contract — moves announced November 1st that, combined with the earlier declination of Nick Pivetta's $14 million option, represent a significant clearing of the roster heading into the offseason.
The pattern carries strategic signal. Giolito, brought in as something of a reclamation project, did not earn a return engagement. Canning offered upside but the club still moved on. Andujar's decision to opt out reflects his own confidence in finding a better deal on the open market. On the bullpen side, reports indicate the club retained left-handers Yuki Matsui at $6.5 million for 2027 and Wandy Peralta at $4.45 million, with Kyle Hart reportedly retained through a $2.5 million club option — though a conflict in the sourcing around the exact timing of those decisions means they are treated as reported rather than fully confirmed.
The rotation question now looms large: losing Pivetta, Giolito, and Canning in a single week leaves general manager A.J. Preller facing a significant starting-pitching void that will require either free-agent signings or internal solutions before spring training.
On the college football side, SDSU's Halloween win over Washington State moved the Aztecs to 4-5 overall and 3-2 in Pac-12 play. The Aztecs need two wins in their final three games to reach bowl eligibility. Following a bye this week, they host Utah State on November 14th at Snapdragon Stadium — a game that effectively functions as a must-win given the tight remaining schedule. Separately, the Oceanview USA Pickleball National Championships continue at Barnes Tennis Center through November 8th, with admission ranging from free to $139 depending on access level.