The San Diego Padres have struggled with their starting pitching in the 2026 season, relying on inconsistent performances from various pitchers. General manager A.J. Preller recently acquired top starters Casey Mize and Robbie Ray to bolster the rotation, but injuries to Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta have complicated matters. Musgrove faced another setback in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, while Pivetta is slowly returning to form. As the season nears its end, the team is evaluating the potential impact of Musgrove versus Pivetta on their performance.
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