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How Joe Musgrove’s injury affects future, San Diego Padres’ plans

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The San Diego Padres were dealt a big blow ahead of their NLDS matchup against NL West rival Los Angeles Dodgers. The team announced that Joe Musgrove, one of their top starters, will be lost for the rest of the playoffs and the 2025 season as he will have to undergo Tommy John surgery. Musgrove had to leave Game 2’s Wild Card win against the Atlanta Braves during the fourth inning.

This will not only affect Musgrove and the Padres for the rest of the playoffs but for 2025 and beyond. We take a look at what the future holds for Musgrove and the Padres.

Who will replace Joe Musgrove in the playoff rotation?

Martin Perez, San Diego Padres
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What will the San Diego Padres do about their 2025 rotation without Joe Musgrove?

Sep 25, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell (4) pitches during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
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Joe Musgrove’s concerning injury history

Joe Musgrove, San Diego Padres
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