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Padres Closer Out for Game 3: Bullpen Pressure Mounts
7 Oct
Summary
- Closer unavailable for critical Game 3 playoff matchup.
- Late-game struggles led to a Game 2 loss for the team.
- Absence increases pressure on remaining pitching staff.
San Diego faces a significant setback as their elite closer has been ruled out for at least Game 3 of their best-of-five playoff series against the Brewers. The team is hoping for his potential return by Game 4 on Wednesday night.
The 28-year-old closer was charged with the loss in Game 2 over the weekend after allowing a walk-off hit to Jackson Chourio. While he was not expected to pitch more than an inning in Game 3, his absence now amplifies the pressure on starter Nick Pivetta and the Padres' bullpen.
This development creates an uphill battle for the Padres in their must-win Game 3 at Petco Park. The team must now find a way to secure a victory without one of its key late-inning arms, relying more heavily on the remaining pitching staff.
