Padres Pitcher Nick Pivetta Sidelined with Elbow Injury

Right-hander placed on 15-day injured list after leaving recent start early

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:57am

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The San Diego Padres have placed right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his pitching elbow. The move comes after Pivetta was forced to leave his most recent start against the Colorado Rockies in the fourth inning due to stiffness in his elbow.

Why it matters

Pivetta has been a key part of the Padres' starting rotation this season, so his absence could impact the team's performance on the mound. Elbow injuries can be tricky for pitchers, so the Padres will need to carefully monitor Pivetta's recovery timeline.

The details

Pivetta was removed from his April 13th start against the Rockies after experiencing elbow stiffness. The Padres have now placed him on the 15-day injured list to allow him time to recover from the inflammation in his pitching elbow.

  • Pivetta was forced to leave his start on April 13th against the Colorado Rockies in the fourth inning.
  • The Padres placed Pivetta on the 15-day injured list on April 15th.

The players

Nick Pivetta

A right-handed starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres who has been placed on the injured list with elbow inflammation.

San Diego Padres

The Major League Baseball team that Pivetta plays for, based in San Diego, California.

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What’s next

The Padres will need to monitor Pivetta's recovery and determine when he can return to the starting rotation. His absence could open up an opportunity for another pitcher to step up in his place.

The takeaway

Elbow injuries can be tricky for pitchers, and the Padres will need to be cautious with Pivetta's recovery to ensure he can return to full strength and contribute to the team's success this season.