Walker Buehler prepares to face Dodgers after revitalizing with Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Walker Buehler is set to pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers, having rejuvenated his career with the San Diego Padres this season. After signing a minor league deal with the Padres in February, Buehler has logged a 3.96 ERA and improved dramatically in several key areas of his game. This followed a challenging period that included injuries and a disappointing stint with the Boston Red Sox. He acknowledges the unique emotions surrounding the matchup against his former team, where he previously achieved significant success before transitioning to the Padres.
- •Buehler rejoins MLB after recovering from elbow surgery.
- •Has a 3.96 ERA and improved strikeout and walk rates this season.
- •Previously played a crucial role in the Dodgers' 2024 World Series victory.
- •Faced budget constraints led Padres to seek his services.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Walker Buehler’s Padres Career Revival Sets Up Dodgers Reunion
"Walker Buehler signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres in February, and now he is facing the Dodgers with some momentum
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 6:36 PMDodgers rumors: Will LA trade for Elly De La Cruz or CJ Abrams?
MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 6:32 PMIdeal Yankees Free Agency Target Gets $54 Million Contract Projection
MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 6:31 PMChris Sale And Walt Weiss Lead Braves Into Award Season- MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 4:13 PMYankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. receives 'frustrating' free agent prediction from ESPN
MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 4:00 PMArizona Fall League Update: October 27-November 2, 2026
MLB•Nov 3, 2026, 4:00 PMThe Cubs are putting Spring Training tickets on sale… next week
