Former Padres Reliever Signs With NPB Squad in Japan

Former Padres Reliever Signs With NPB Squad in Japan The former Friar relief pitcher is heading to Japan Author: Ricardo Sandoval Publish date: Dec 3, 2023 11:00 AM EST Former San Diego Padres relief pitcher Javy Guerra has signed with the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball in Japan. Guerra is 28 years old and was once ranked one of the top prospects in baseball as he made his way through the Boston Red Sox and Padres minor league system. As a member of the Friars, he was solid. In four seasons, from 2019-2022, he earned a 1-0 record in 27 games with 22 strikeouts, a 5.47 FIP, 1.88 WHIP, and an 8.46 ERA. At first, Guerra was an infielder; however, entering the 2019 season, the Padres