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Padres Decline Options on Pivetta, Giolito, Canning; Exercise Option on Hart

Padres Decline Options on Pivetta, Giolito, Canning; Exercise Option on Hart
World Sports · 15:01:18 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

The San Diego Padres announced Monday that they have declined contract options on pitchers Nick Pivetta, Lucas Giolito, and Griffin Canning, allowing them to become free agents. The team exercised the option on reliever Joe Hart, retaining him for the 2027 season.

The decisions were announced by the Associated Press on November 2, 2026, as the Padres begin reshaping their roster for the upcoming season.

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