Kyle Higashioka

Kyle Higashioka is in the Padres lineup on Tuesday against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Higashioka is starting behind the plate and hitting No. 9 in the lineup on Tuesday against the Padres. He is hitting .207 with one home run so far this season.

Kyle Higashioka returns to the lineup for the San Diego Padres against the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Higashioka is back after sitting out the last four games for manager Mike Shildt, starting behind the plate at catcher and batting ninth against the Diamondbacks Sunday.

Kyle Higashioka made his presence felt in the Padres' narrow 3-2 win over the Cardinals, delivering a crucial home run that contributed significantly to the team's success.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran catcher has seen limited plate appearances, as he now carries a .125 batting average through the first two games. With a staggering six strikeouts in eight at-bats, his contact issues are a concern for fantasy managers.

Kyle Higashioka is in the starting lineup for the San Diego Padres against the San Francisco Giants Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Higashioka will make his debut with the Padres Saturday night, batting ninth and starting behind the plate at catcher against the Giants.

Kyle Higashioka signed a one-year deal with the Padres to avoid arbitration.

Fantasy Impact

The details have not been disclosed. Involved in the trade that sent Juan Soto to the Yankees, Higashioka is expected to be the backup catcher for San Diego this seaosn.