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Padres Closer Out for Paternity Leave Mid-Series
7 Oct
Summary
- Star closer Mason Miller is out due to paternity leave.
- The Padres face elimination in the NLDS against the Brewers.
- Wandy Peralta and Adrian Morejon may handle closing duties.
Facing elimination in their National League Division Series, the San Diego Padres received significant news just before Game 3. Star closer Mason Miller has been placed on the postseason paternity list, a move that will keep him away from the team for at least one day and potentially three.
Miller's wife, who was due to give birth later this month, went into labor on Tuesday afternoon. This absence comes at a critical juncture for the Padres, who are on the verge of elimination after a recent walk-off loss. Lefty reliever Wandy Peralta has been added to the active roster in Miller's stead.
The Padres must now win three consecutive games against the majors' top team, the Milwaukee Brewers, to advance. Miller's recent performance included a blown save in a 4-3 loss where he issued three walks. Setup man Adrian Morejon, who also gave up a decisive home run in Game 1, is expected to handle potential closing duties in Miller's absence.
