Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Randy Vasquez has emerged as a key member of the San Diego Padres' rotation alongside Michael King, forming a strong one-two punch. Through early May 2026, Vasquez has compiled a 5-1 record with a 2.68 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, and 45 strikeouts against 13 walks over 50.1 innings across nine starts. He has delivered multiple quality starts and scoreless outings, including a dominant six-inning shutout performance against Seattle with just four hits allowed and no walks. His control has significantly improved in 2026 with a 2.3 BB/9 rate. Despite some inconsistency in mid-May (allowing eight runs over 10.2 innings in two starts), he has rebounded well and continues to be one of the Padres' most reliable starters.
Strengths
- + 5-1 record with strong 2.68 ERA
- + Excellent control with 2.3 BB/9 rate
- + Multiple quality starts and scoreless outings
- + Dominant six-inning shutout vs Seattle with 4 hits, 0 walks
- + 45:13 K:BB ratio showing improved strikeout-to-walk ratio
- + Trending in the right direction per manager Craig Stammen
- + Wicked 95 mph sinker with good offspeed pitch mixing
- + Four instances of avoiding walks in nine starts
- + Avenged poor April 15 performance against Mariners
- + Critical depth piece for Padres rotation
About
Randy Vasquez is a sp for the San Diego Padres.
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