Pivetta Advances in Rehab | San Diego Padres News

Nick Pivetta’s rehab journey takes a major leap forward as he pitches two innings for Lake Elsinore, tossing 47 pitches with 35 strikes and striking out four while allowing three runs — including two homers — all while managing just one walk. This marks a significant improvement from his earlier rehab outing in August, when he had to exit after just 14 pitches due to elbow discomfort. Since April, Pivetta has battled a flexor strain that sidelined him and cost him his 2027 player option, now converted to a team option. But with last season’s stellar 2.87 ERA and Cy Young buzz still fresh, the Padres are counting on him to reclaim form — especially as their rotation strengthens. Meanwhile, fellow pitcher Joe Musgrove is set for his fourth rehab start this week, with his return timeline still uncertain. 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/2cf5cb4feb3e889b