The San Diego Padres tried to reshape their starting rotation this offseason through low-value signings. On Wednesday, Márquez was designated for assignment to make room for left-handed pitcher Robbie Ray on the active roster. Germán Márquez's Disappointing Padres TenureThe Padres signed Márquez in free agency after he spent the first 10 years of his career in the National League West with the Colorado Rockies. The veteran right-hander returned on July 2, where he pitched three innings out of the bullpen. Márquez is still just 31 years old, so he should get another opportunity at the major league level, likely next season.