Padres roll the dice on Lucas Giolito after strong Double-A showing
Lucas Giolito is set to make his 2026 season debut with the San Diego Padres after being recalled from Double-A San Antonio. He had a successful stint in the minors, including a recent start where he allowed just one earned run over six innings. This move indicates the Padres' need for immediate assistance in their pitching rotation.
- ▪Lucas Giolito will start for the Padres against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
- ▪He was recalled from Double-A San Antonio after four minor league starts.
- ▪Giolito had a strong performance in the minors, pitching six innings with only one earned run.
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