Episode #028: "Pivetta's 63-Pitch Return"
September 8, 2026 |
Nick Pivetta returned from a right elbow flexor strain and gave San Diego five scoreless innings on 63 pitches in a 3-2 win over Washington. Will recaps Jackson Merrill's three-hit, two-RBI day and the tightening Wild Card race. Brooks explains how Pivetta recorded 15 outs despite only one whiff, while Rachel traces the rehab pause, the rebuilt workload, and the roster changes behind his return. Plus: Riley Cornelio vs. Casey Mize Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. PT from Petco Park.
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