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Padres pitcher Yu Darvish is pondering retirement but has not made a final decision; discussions reportedly center on a potential contract buyout to save money for San Diego as he rehabs from elbow issues, with his camp and team weighing whether he can return to pitch after a 21-year career in Japan and MLB.
Veteran pitcher Yu Darvish told the Padres he will retire from Major League Baseball with three years and $43 million left on his contract after elbow surgery, ending a career highlighted by playoff contributions and a cross-league win record. He cited a focus on family and rehab, and while a buyout is expected to save the team money, the decision reflects years of elite performance and a close relationship with Padres leadership.
Yu Darvish, despite recent struggles and injuries, remains a key pitching threat for the Padres in the Cubs' first elimination game of the 2025 postseason, offering the best scoring opportunity for the Cubs in the series, especially at home where he performs better.
Yu Darvish, despite recent injuries and a high ERA, is focused and prepared to pitch in a crucial elimination game for the Padres, with a history of strong postseason performances and a reputation as a big-game player.
Nick Pivetta will start Game 1 for the Padres in the NL Wild Card Series, having emerged as their ace. Dylan Cease is set for Game 2, with Yu Darvish possibly starting Game 3. The Padres are managing their rotation and catcher situation carefully, with considerations for player health and matchups, especially at Wrigley Field.
The Padres beat the Diamondbacks 7-4, keeping alive their hopes of hosting a wild-card series, but face challenges in their pitching rotation, especially with Yu Darvish's recent struggles, as they prepare for the postseason.
The article reviews Thursday's starting pitcher performances in fantasy baseball, highlighting Yu Darvish's struggles with inconsistent pitches and lack of a reliable go-to pitch, while also summarizing other pitchers' outings and providing insights for fantasy managers.
Yu Darvish is set to return from the injured list to start for the Padres against the Diamondbacks, after recovering from elbow inflammation that sidelined him for over half the season. His return is a significant boost for the Padres' pitching staff as they push for playoff positioning, despite some rust expected initially. Darvish, with a long career and a strong recent performance, aims to stay healthy for the postseason.
The Los Angeles Dodgers' signing of Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal intensifies pressure on the San Diego Padres, their main NL West rivals, to strengthen their roster. With the Dodgers adding Snell and potentially targeting Japanese ace Roki Sasaki, the Padres face a crucial offseason. San Diego's success may hinge on GM AJ Preller and pitcher Yu Darvish, who could leverage his relationship with Sasaki to bolster the Padres' rotation and keep their championship window open.
The San Diego Padres have placed starting pitchers Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove on the 15-day injured list due to a left groin strain and triceps/elbow discomfort, respectively. Randy Vasquez and Logan Gillaspie have been recalled from Triple-A El Paso to fill in.
The San Diego Padres have placed pitchers Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove on the 15-day injured list due to a left groin strain and right elbow inflammation, respectively. Darvish's injury is retroactive to May 30, while Musgrove's is retroactive to May 29. Randy Vasquez and Logan Gillaspie have been called up from Triple-A to fill in. Musgrove's triceps tendinitis, which previously sidelined him, raises concerns about the potential length of his absence.
The New York Yankees dominated the San Diego Padres with an 8-0 victory, hitting four home runs off Yu Darvish, who had previously been one of the best starters in baseball. Anthony Volpe extended his hitting streak to 17 games, and Carlos Rodón pitched six-plus shutout innings. The Yankees' offense was led by home runs from Juan Soto, Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Gleyber Torres. The game ended with a perfect ninth inning from Yoendrys Gómez.
The Atlanta Braves completed a successful 5-1 trip with a 5-4 win over the Houston Astros, extending their record to 12-5 for the season. Ozzie Albies suffered a broken toe and is expected to be out for about two weeks. In MLB news, Mike Trout remains committed to the Angels, Justin Verlander is set to return for the Astros, and several other players are dealing with injuries.
The San Diego Padres secured a 6-3 victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers, with Jurickson Profar delivering a decisive hit. The Padres' series win at Dodger Stadium sends a message about their ability to compete at a high level. Profar's performance and relevance to the team were highlighted, while the Padres showcased resilience and capitalized on the Dodgers' shortcomings. The Padres' patient approach at the plate paid off, and Yu Darvish struggled but managed to complete five innings. Joe Musgrove chose to stick with his teammates and watch Sunday's game before flying to Milwaukee for their next game.
Willson Contreras' 420-foot home run helped the St. Louis Cardinals secure a 5-2 victory over the San Diego Padres, marking their first series win of the season. The game also featured smart baserunning by Brendan Donovan and a quality start from pitcher Miles Mikolas. Contreras' timely hitting and the Cardinals' strong bullpen performance contributed to the win, as they rallied from a one-run deficit to claim the series.