Matthew Batten
2B,3B - San Diego Padres - MiLB
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Eligibility
The Padres optioned Matthew Batten to Triple-A El Paso.
Fantasy Impact
Batten will head back to Triple-A with Manny Machado activated from the injured list.
The Padres optioned Matthew Batten to Triple-A El Paso.
Fantasy Impact
Batten has been sent back down after being up for a few days. Graham Pauley was recalled as the corresponding move for San Diego.
Padres first baseman Matthew Batten is in the starting lineup Monday versus the Rockies.
Fantasy Impact
Batten didn't get into the Padres' series finale with the Rangers on Sunday but will get a start at first base against a lefty in the Rockies' Austin Gomber on Monday. Batten is hitting .231 with one homer in 15 plate appearances so far in the big leagues this season.
Padres first baseman Matthew Batten is in the starting lineup Tuesday versus the Pirates.
Fantasy Impact
Batten didn't start Monday's series opener but will man first base and hit eighth against Pirates lefty Rich Hill on Tuesday. Batten has a homer in eight plate appearances with the Padres this season after hitting 10 homers with 27 stolen bases across 73 Triple-A contests.
Matthew Batten went 1-for-2 with his first career home run on Saturday against the Mets.
Fantasy Impact
Batten was recalled earlier this week by the Padres. He should continue to play in a depth role off the bench for San Diego.