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Pivetta Exits Rehab Start With Apparent Injury
4 Aug
Summary
- Nick Pivetta left his rehab start early due to an apparent injury.
- Pivetta's contract has a clause that could void $32 million if he stays on IL.
- Padres acquired two starters recently amid pitching staff concerns.
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nick Pivetta left his rehab outing on Tuesday with an apparent injury. This incident occurred one day after the team acquired two starting pitchers at the trade deadline.
Pivetta, who had been on the injured list since April with an elbow flexor strain, managed only two outs and 14 pitches before exiting. His contract includes a significant clause: if he spends 130 consecutive days on the injured list this season, the Padres can void the final two years and $32 million of his deal. To avoid this, Pivetta must return from the IL by August 22.
Fellow pitcher Joe Musgrove also made a rehab start, allowing one run in 2 2/3 innings. Both pitchers are crucial for the Padres' playoff aspirations. Despite acquiring Robbie Ray and Casey Mize, the team's playoff chances remain slim, with FanGraphs estimating them at roughly 27 percent.
