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Padres Add Mize, Ray, Workman to Bolster Injured Rotation

8/4/2026

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The Padres acquired Casey Mize, who entered the trade with a 2.70 ERA in 16 starts, and Gage Workman from Detroit at the deadline.
The Padres also obtained Robbie Ray from the Giants, who posted a 1.09 ERA over his past eight games, tying the league best, and received two minor leaguers.
The acquisitions fill rotation gaps caused by injuries to Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta, who could return around Aug. 21-22.

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Story summary

The Padres acquired Casey Mize, who entered the trade with a 2.70 ERA in 16 starts, and Gage Workman from Detroit at the deadline.
The Padres also obtained Robbie Ray from the Giants, who posted a 1.09 ERA over his past eight games, tying the league best, and received two minor leaguers.
The acquisitions fill rotation gaps caused by injuries to Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta, who could return around Aug. 21-22.