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Padres add Joe Musgrove to playoff roster against Cubs

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 5:52 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Padres add Joe Musgrove to playoff roster against Cubs

Summary

The San Diego Padres included Joe Musgrove on their 26-man playoff roster for the Wild Card Series against the Chicago Cubs. Musgrove, who last pitched in the majors on October 2, 2024, has dealt with a torn UCL and Tommy John surgery. His comeback has been marked by setbacks, but recent appearances indicate he is ready to contribute. It is anticipated that Musgrove may serve in a bullpen role as the Padres face a strong Cubs offense.

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Key Details

•Musgrove hasn't pitched in nearly two years.
•He underwent Tommy John surgery in October 2024.
•Recent rehab starts showed improvements in his fastball velocity.
•Musgrove could take on a vital role in the bullpen.
•The Padres face the Cubs in the Wild Card Series.

Latest Updates

6:44 PMESPN MLB — In surprise move, Padres add RHP Musgrove to NLWCS roster vs. Cubs
5:30 PMCBS MLB — Padres add Joe Musgrove, who hasn't pitched in an MLB game in two years, to playoff roster vs. Cubs

What they're saying

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RHP Joe Musgrove last played in 2024 before undergoing Tommy John surgery, but the Padres added him to their wild-card roster Tuesday.
— ESPN MLBby Alden Gonzalez