Diamondbacks option Jose Cabrera, recall Philip Abner ahead of Padres matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 1:59 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks have optioned right-hander Jose Cabrera to Triple-A Reno and recalled left-hander Philip Abner as they prepare to face the San Diego Padres on July 9 at Petco Park. Cabrera struggled in his recent outings, posting a 5.60 ERA over four starts. In contrast, Abner has performed well in the minors, with eight scoreless innings in two starts since his major league debut. The game will feature Diamondbacks RHP Merrill Kelly against Padres RHP Griffin Canning. Kelly has historically fared well against the Padres, while Canning has struggled this season.
- •Diamondbacks face Padres on July 9 at Petco Park.
- •Cabrera posted a 5.60 ERA in his recent starts.
- •Abner has eight scoreless innings in the minors.
- •Kelly has a 3.41 ERA in 18 career starts against the Padres.
- •Canning has struggled with a 6.71 ERA in 51 innings.
- 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks at Padres live updates. Starting pitcher optioned to Reno
"The Arizona Diamondbacks will look to salvage a split of their four-game series in San Diego, on Thursday night, July 9, at Petco Park.
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