Former Viking Clark Candiotti took another step closer to making the major leagues.

Candiotti, a 6'4 pitcher from Scottsdale, AZ was selected in the fourth round (No. 135 overall) by the San Diego Padres.

He appeared in 11 games for the Vikings in 2022; striking out 68 in 61 innings, compiling a 7-1 record. He spent 2023 with the Wichita State Shockers, and 2024 with the Arizona Wildcats.