According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Padres inked Leclerc (who is recovering from a shoulder injury) to a minor-league deal on Monday.
While Leclerc continues his recovery from right shoulder surgery, he has begun throwing again from the mound and anticipates joining the team by July. Over his nine-season major league career, the 32-year-old boasts an impressive 30.8 percent strikeout rate, though tempered by a 13.1 percent walk rate. Although it’s uncertain whether Leclerc will fully regain his pre-surgery form, a successful return could position him for significant relief duties with the Padres in high-pressure situations.