Freddy Fermin -- Prospect Evaluation
Prospect Evaluation sources for Freddy Fermin of the San Diego Padres
Freddy Antonio Fermin is a catcher from Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela, born May 16, 1995. Standing 5'9" and weighing 200 pounds, Fermin bats and throws right-handed. He made his MLB debut on July 15, 2022. In limited MLB action comprising 56 at-bats, Fermin has posted a .161 batting average with a .279 on-base percentage and .232 slugging percentage, with zero home runs.
Fermin's career has involved significant time in minor league systems and multiple organizational changes. He was originally drafted by the Kansas City Royals and spent considerable time with their Triple-A affiliate Omaha Storm Chasers, along with other minor league assignments to Northwest Arkansas Naturals and Lexington Legends. In 2023, he was traded to the San Diego Padres in exchange for right-handed pitchers Ryan Bergert and Stephen Kolek.
Fermin has dealt with injury complications, notably a left middle finger fracture that resulted in his placement on the 10-day injured list before being transferred to the 60-day injured list. He was subsequently activated from the 60-day list. His career trajectory has featured numerous roster moves, option assignments, and time spent in winter league play with Leones del Caracas in Venezuela.