Trouble may be brewing for the San Diego Padres. In a major breaking development, team officials have confirmed they’ve received a “worrying” update regarding slugger Nick Pivetta, raising serious concerns about his availability for the crucial stretch of the 2025 season.
Sources close to the team revealed Monday that Pivetta, who has been a key part of the Padres’ offensive surge this year, is undergoing further evaluation after experiencing discomfort following his latest appearance. While the team has not yet publicly confirmed the full extent of the injury, early signs point to a possible arm issue that could sideline him for a significant period.
“We’re monitoring the situation closely,” Padres manager Mike Shildt said in a brief statement. “Right now, Nick is being evaluated by our medical staff. We’ll know more in the coming days, but obviously, we’re concerned anytime one of our impact players isn’t feeling 100 percent.”
Pivetta, primarily known throughout his career as a starting pitcher, has also made a surprising impact with the bat this season after becoming a key two-way contributor for the Padres. His ability to both pitch effectively and provide clutch hitting has made him one of San Diego’s most versatile and valuable players.
The Padres, currently in a tight NL West race, can ill afford to lose Pivetta, especially given the lineup challenges they’ve already faced with recent injuries. His potential absence could force the team to rework both their pitching rotation and batting order at a critical point in the season.
Fans and analysts alike are anxiously awaiting further updates, with the hope that the news is not as serious as initially feared.
“This guy means everything to what we’re trying to do,” one Padres teammate said. “He’s a warrior. We’re hoping for the best.”
Expect official word from the Padres as soon as additional tests are completed.
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