Padres’ Prospect Joshua Mears Finds Power Stroke in Return from Injury

Returning from injury, San Diego Padres‘ prospect Joshua Mears showcased his immense power potential with a three-RBI performance, including a towering home run for the Fort Wayne TinCaps against Wisconsin.

Mears, a product of Federal Way High School, has struggled with a high strikeout rate but boasts significant raw power, as evidenced by his latest display at the Midwest League.

Having battled injuries and inconsistency over his six-year professional career, Mears has seen fluctuations in his performance but remains a tantalizing prospect for the Padres organization.

In a game against Wisconsin, Mears’ blast was part of a productive offensive outing for Fort Wayne, complemented by catcher Colten Bender’s contribution with a home run and a double.

In Triple-A El Paso, Brett Sullivan and Tirso Ornelas delivered standout performances, while Alek Jacob and Gabe Mosser showcased their pitching prowess.

Double-A San Antonio saw Marcos Castañon and Cole Cummings shine with the bat, contributing to the team’s success in a recent game.

Lake Elsinore’s Eric Yost impressed on the mound with a dominant seven shutout innings, while in the lower divisions, Spence Coffman and Luis Maracara displayed their skills for the Padres’ development teams.

Across the various levels of competition, young prospects like Joshua Mears continue to provide excitement and potential for the future of the San Diego Padres organization.