Bogaerts inks 11-year deal with Padres - MLB.com
Xander Bogaerts has opted out of his contract with the Red Sox to become a free agent, and MLB.com is keeping track of the latest rumors surrounding the shortstop.
www.mlb.comHere are the latest updates on Xander Bogaerts:
- Bogaerts has been active with the San Diego Padres in 2026, including recent performances after returning from injuries, with multiple games contributing offensively for the Padres. This indicates he’s back in the lineup and producing since coming off the injured list.[3][4]
- In April 2026 coverage, multiple outlets and outlets like FOX Sports and NBC Sports have continued to track his status, highlighting his ongoing role with the Padres and current season highlights.[5][7]
- Previously, Bogaerts dealt with injuries in 2024 but recovered to resume games with on-field impact, including rehab assignments and returning to action, which has been a recurring theme in his recent updates.[1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current headlines from a few specific outlets (e.g., MLB.com, FOX Sports, NBC Sports) and summarize them day-by-day, or filter to injury status and return milestones.