16-year-old catcher Ethan Salas gets first pro hit in Padres debut

Ethan Salas, the third-ranked prospect in the Padres organization, made his pro debut at just 16 years old.
Salas hit a line-drive double in his first at-bat for Single-A Lake Elsinore Storm.
Salas went 2-for-3 with a walk and a run scored to help the Storm win 3-1.
Salas is the first international signing from the 2023 class and first 2006-born player to appear in the minor leagues.
Scouts view Salas as a promising catcher with potential at just 16 years old; he has already worked with Yu Darvish.