Padres Pitcher Pivetta Sidelined with Elbow Injury

The team has placed the right-hander on the 15-day injured list.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:12am

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The San Diego Padres have placed right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. The move is retroactive to Monday, April 15th.

Why it matters

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

The details

Pivetta was forced to leave his most recent start on April 14th after experiencing discomfort in his right elbow. An MRI revealed inflammation, leading the team to place him on the injured list as a precautionary measure.

  • Pivetta was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 15, 2026.
  • The move is retroactive to April 14, 2026, the date of Pivetta's last start.

The players

Nick Pivetta

A right-handed starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres.

San Diego Padres

A Major League Baseball team based in San Diego, California.

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What’s next

The Padres have not provided a timeline for Pivetta's return, but he will need to rest the elbow and undergo treatment before being cleared to resume pitching.

The takeaway

Elbow injuries can be tricky for pitchers, and the Padres will need to carefully monitor Pivetta's recovery to ensure he can return to the rotation as soon as possible without risking further injury.