Padres Duo Earn Gold Glove Finalist Spots

October 14, 2026 - 23:36

San Diego first baseman Ty France and catcher Freddy Fermin have been named finalists for the Major League Baseball Gold Glove Award, putting two Padres in position to be recognized for their defensive excellence at their respective positions.

France and Fermin will each compete against two other finalists at their positions, with the winners set to be announced later this postseason. The recognition highlights a strong defensive season for both players, who have drawn praise for their work in the field throughout the year.

For France, the nomination reflects his steady hands and range at first base, where he has limited mistakes and saved runs with key plays. Fermin has earned similar respect behind the plate, where his framing, blocking, and throwing have stood out among the league's best catchers.

The Gold Glove Award is given annually to the top defensive players in each league at every position, with voting conducted by managers and coaches across MLB. A pair of finalists from the same team is a notable achievement, underscoring the Padres' overall commitment to defense this season.

San Diego fans will now wait to see whether either player takes home the hardware when the winners are revealed.