Padres closer Mason Miller on paternity list ahead of Game 3 vs. Brewers
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Mason Miller, the San Diego Padres' closer, is sitting out Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers due to paternity leave. The Padres are down 2-0 in the NLDS, facing potential elimination. Miller, who had a strong season with 38 saves, can be replaced by Wandy Peralta for this game. Miller's absence could impact the Padres significantly, as both previous games in the series were decided by one run. If San Diego wins, Miller may return for Game 4 if they stay alive in the postseason.
- •Miller had 38 saves this season and a 1.67 ERA.
- •Padres are one loss away from elimination in the NLDS.
- •Wandy Peralta replaces Miller for Game 3.
- •Both previous games were decided by one run.
- 2:32 AMESPN — Padres star closer Miller on paternity list ahead of pivotal Game 3
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Padres Lose Mason Miller Just Before Must-Win NLDS Game 3
- 1:09 AMYahoo Sports — Star closer Mason Miller goes on paternity list before Padres face Brewers in Game 3 of NLDS
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Padres without closer in elimination game as Mason Miller goes on paternity list
- 12:53 AMYahoo Sports — Padres closer Mason Miller added to paternity list, will miss pivotal Game 3 Tuesday night vs. Brewers
"SAN DIEGO (AP) — Padres closer Mason Miller went on the postseason paternity list Tuesday night with San Diego facing elimination in the NL Division Series.The intimidating All-Star reliever will miss at least one game, the Padres announced about 45 minutes before the first pitch.
"The San Diego Padres will be without All-Star closer Mason Miller for their must-win NLDS Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers after placing him on the postseason paternity list.
"The Padres will be without star closer Mason Miller for Tuesday night's elimination game after he was placed on the paternity list shortly before the start of Game 3.
Sources
External links- ESPNOct 7, 2026, 2:32 AMPadres star closer Miller on paternity list ahead of pivotal Game 3
The Padres will be without star closer Mason Miller for Tuesday night's elimination game after he was placed on the paternity list shortly before the start of Game 3.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 1:43 AMPadres Lose Mason Miller Just Before Must-Win NLDS Game 3
The San Diego Padres will be without All-Star closer Mason Miller for their must-win NLDS Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers after placing him on the postseason paternity list.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 1:09 AMStar closer Mason Miller goes on paternity list before Padres face Brewers in Game 3 of NLDS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Padres closer Mason Miller went on the postseason paternity list Tuesday night with San Diego facing elimination in the NL Division Series.The intimidating All-Star reliever will miss at least one game, the Padres announced about 45 minutes before the first pitch.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 1:04 AMPadres without closer in elimination game as Mason Miller goes on paternity list
Mason Miller will not be available for the Padres in its crucial Game 3 vs the Brewers. Here is what to know on the closer's status.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 12:53 AMPadres closer Mason Miller added to paternity list, will miss pivotal Game 3 Tuesday night vs. Brewers
Miller was tied for third in MLB saves this year with 38.
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