Padres release seven minor leaguers

The San Diego Padres continued to pare down their minor league roster in preparation for the upcoming season. They released seven players on Wednesday.

The list of released players included several newer names and several veterans:

Anthony Contreras
Derrick Loop
David Erickson
Eduardo Perez
Cameron Monger
Brett Holland
Robert Woodard

A final wave of cuts is expected, as the full season rosters are finalized over the next several days.