August 20, 2022
San Diego Padres – We told you this morning to expect the Padres to demote Josh Hader, and they did just that, as Bob Melvin announced that they will give Hader “a break” from closing in order to get him some more regular work. Luis Garcia should be the first Padre given a chance to close games, with Nick Martinez also in the mix.
Updated hierarchy: Garcia | Martinez | Hader.