The San Diego Padres have been picking up the pace recently on offense, although scoring runs hasn't quite been their strong suit this season. Hays cleared waivers, and the Padres picked him up — thrusting him into action on Sunday as pinch-hitter in a clash against the Houston Astros. Welcome to San Diego, Austin Hays! At Hays' peak (back in 2021), he smacked 22 home runs and slugged .461 on the year, providing solid value for a corner outfielder. San Diego has relied on a revolving door of left fielders that includes Sheets, Luis Rengifo, and Samad Taylor.