Padres' Rotation in Crisis | MLB News

Padres ace Nick Pivetta’s return timeline remains murky as he battles a flexor strain, with manager Craig Stammen stressing that real progress comes only after facing live hitters—not just throwing progression. Pivetta himself is prioritizing full recovery, knowing velocity and endurance are the true tests. The injury has already dented San Diego’s rotation plans, and with Joe Musgrove also sidelined weeks behind Pivetta—and other key arms like Giolito and Márquez on the shelf—the front office may be forced to act at the trade deadline to shore up a suddenly shaky pitching staff. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7963c1aa91cae099