Pivetta’s Return Pushed Back Again | San Diego News

Nick Pivetta’s return to the mound hit another snag, pushing his comeback to mid-September as he continues rehab. With the Padres’ rotation deepening, manager Craig Stammen is weighing bullpen or starter roles for Pivetta once he’s ready — and time is critical. The setback also means Pivetta lost control of his final two years of contract, now subject to club options in 2027 and 2028. Patience remains key: if he returns healthy, he could still be a vital arm down the stretch. 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/aa38d4d465ea762c