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Fatherhood Fortifies Closer: Miller Returns After Son's Birth
8 Oct
Summary
- Padres closer Mason Miller returned after wife gave birth to their son.
- Miller missed the team's 4-3 win over the Brewers in the NLDS.
- Michael King unexpectedly recorded the save for the Padres.
San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller returned to the team on Wednesday, revitalized after the birth of his first child. His son, Lincoln, was born on Tuesday, the same day the Padres secured a crucial 4-3 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series, staving off elimination.
Miller had been absent to be with his wife, Jordan, during the natural childbirth process. He deliberately disconnected from the game's outcome, only learning of the win from a midwife who was assisting with the birth. Surprisingly, Adrian Morejon did not pitch, and the save was earned by Michael King, who had started Game 2 just 48 hours prior.
Miller expressed profound gratitude for the support from teammates, coaches, and the front office, allowing him to be present for such a significant personal event. The win kept the Padres' season alive, trailing two games to one in the best-of-five series. Miller, a strong contender for reliever of the year, acknowledged leaving his team in a tough spot but was overjoyed the team persevered.
