Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/03/1992 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Hialeah, Florida, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Nick Castellanos
Castellanos announced that he will manage the Class of 2027 team at the 2026 All-American Game hosted by the scouting service Prep Baseball. The event is his first notable baseball role since leaving the Padres.
The Padres officially released Castellanos on 05/06/2026, making him a free agent after clearing waivers. Philadelphia remained responsible for most of his remaining 2026 salary of $20 million.
The San Diego Padres designated Nick Castellanos for assignment on 03/06/2026 after he hit .191 with four home runs and 20 RBIs in 39 games. The move ended his short stint with the club, which had signed him to a one-year deal after the Philadelphia Phillies released him during the offseason.
The Philadelphia Phillies released Nick Castellanos during the 2026 offseason after a down 2025 campaign and growing signs that he was no longer part of their plans. He then moved on to the San Diego Padres, where reports indicated he was set to take on a flexible role across the outfield and at designated hitter or first base.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nicholas Alexander Castellanos |
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| Known For | Major League Baseball right fielder and third baseman |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 3 in |
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| Weight | 203 lbs |
| Batting | Right |
| Throwing | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Archbishop McCarthy High School |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Jessica Castellanos |
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| Children | Three sons |
Career
| MLB Debut | 2013 |
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| Draft | 2010 MLB Draft, 1st round, 44th overall by the Detroit Tigers |
| Current Status | Free agent after his release by the San Diego Padres in June 2026 |
| 2026 Padres Stint | One-year deal worth the league minimum, with 39 games, a .191 batting average and four home runs before release |
Favourites
| Hobby | Baseball |
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Style Quotient
| Nickname | Artist |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Selected by the Detroit Tigers in the first round of the 2010 MLB Draft. | |
| 2. Was once considered one of the top hitting prospects in the Tigers organization. | |
| 3. Played for the USA Baseball 18U team in 2009. | |
| 4. Has played primarily as a right fielder since 2018 and came up through the minors as a third baseman. |
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