Padres put Miguel Andújar on 10-day IL with left hamstring strain, recall Nick Solak

The San Diego Padres made a transaction move Tuesday that will reshape their day-to-day infield and designated hitter options for the next couple of weeks. According to MLB Trade Rumors, the club placed Miguel Andújar on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain, retroactive to June 11. The injured-list placement removes Andújar from the active roster, clearing a spot that the Padres then filled by selecting Nick Solak from Triple-A El Paso.

Andújar’s absence matters for the Padres because he provides at-bats from a corner infielder and also gives the team flexibility to use a left-right mix in matchups. When a player with that kind of versatility goes to the IL, managers often have to adjust either the alignment of bench roles or the way the designated hitter and utility positions get staffed on a daily basis.

Solak’s promotion indicates that San Diego is not only looking to cover the roster spot, but also to add a hitter who can help in the outfield mix. MLB Trade Rumors’ report specifies that Solak, an outfielder with Triple-A El Paso experience, was selected to the Padres. That type of move often comes with a practical goal: keep the active roster balanced so the team can manage starts, off-days, and pinch-hitting usage without being forced into uncomfortable lineup constraints.

The transaction has additional roster housekeeping implications. MLB Trade Rumors reported that after selecting Solak, the Padres had a full 40-man roster. While fans may see the injured list as only a short-term relief valve, the 40-man number is the bigger constraint for teams managing promotions, options, and call-ups across the season. Completing the 40-man roster suggests the Padres planned the timing of this move in a way that maintains flexibility for other potential transactions later in the month.

The hamstring strain detail also matters because, unlike some other injuries, hamstrings can affect a player’s ability to sprint, run hard through bases, and stay effective in the field. MLB Trade Rumors did not provide further medical specifics beyond the designation and the retroactive date. Still, teams typically treat hamstring injuries with caution, and the 10-day window can become a factor if the club decides it needs more time before returning the hitter to full workload.

For Solak, the opportunity arrives as the team balances competitive needs with roster management. A call-up from Triple-A often comes with a defined expectation: provide consistent at-bats, cover specific defensive innings, and reduce the pressure on other roster spots. How the Padres deploy him, whether in a platoon-like role or as a bench regular, will likely depend on matchups and the team’s other position-by-position needs while Andújar is sidelined.

What to watch next is twofold. First, monitor how the Padres reshape their infield and designated hitter usage during Andújar’s absence, especially against pitchers where his bat would typically be used. Second, watch for any follow-up updates tied to the hamstring strain, including whether Andújar returns at the expected time or whether the club seeks additional clarity before reinstating him.