He is 25 years old, hits left-handed with some power, and plays good defense. The Padres also have Alex Dickerson, but it doesn’t mean Arcia doesn’t stand a chance for the future.
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Arcia was originally drafted by the Twins and given the top prospect billing. In four seasons he never quite showed that promise, hitting .240 with 40 home runs. He was traded to Tampa Bay this season before let go by them earlier this month. The Padres are happy to give him a chance.
Tuesday he homered and Manager Andy Green was liking what he saw: “I thought his timing looked better than it did in his first game out, which makes some sense, because he had been at home for a few days.