Jason Adam - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Will start season on IL Padres manager Craig Stammen said Monday that Adam (quadriceps) will begin the season on the injured list, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Coming back from surgery last September to repair a ruptured left quadriceps tendon, Adam has retired all six batters he's faced this spring. However, Stammen said Monday that the club has "got to be smart" with Adam, who should make his season debut "sometime in April, most likely." Once deemed ready, Adam is slated to fill a setup role in front of closer Mason Miller.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Makes spring debut Adam pitched a perfect inning with one strikeout against Colorado in a Cactus League appearance Friday.

Impact Adam entered in the sixth inning and retired the Rockies in order on 12 pitches. It was the first time the righty reliever has appeared in a game this spring, as he's still working to get fully ramped up following the surgery he underwent early last September to repair a ruptured left quadriceps tendon. According to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com, Adam will aim to make another exhibition appearance Monday, and if that goes well there's still a chance he can make the Padres' Opening Day roster.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Here's what Adam, Matsui's status for OD means for Padres' 'pen PEORIA, Ariz. -- Padres right-hander Jason Adam has long targeted Opening Day for his return from surgery to repair his left quad last Septe...

3 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

Padres getting bullpen ace back when they need him most in 11th-hour surprise For a team that has spent most of spring juggling uncertainty, this is exactly the kind of late-camp development the Padres needed. Jason Ad...

3 DAYS AGO • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Nearing Cactus League action Adam (quadriceps) will throw one additional simulated game within the next few days with the goal of pitching in an exhibition over the weekend, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-T...

Impact Acee notes that Adam remains on his original timeline after undergoing left quadriceps tendon repair surgery in September. Assuming he's cleared to pitch in a Cactus League game at some point during the weekend, he would then have an opportunity to appear in three or four more games before the 2026 season gets underway. "I felt great," said Adam after taking part in fielding practice Sunday. "It's more the reactive. Like, anytime it's planned, they feel good about it. But the quick reaction, in-game reaction that you can't predict, that's where they're just being more cautious. But we're getting close."

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Padres' bullpen breathes again after Jason Adam's IL outlook takes a turn The Padres bullpen took a massive hit in the final stretch of the 2025 regular season when Jason Adam suffered a torn quad tendon. Leading u...

FEBRUARY 26 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Tracking toward avoiding IL stint Adam (quadriceps) "remains on track to potentially be ready" for Opening Day, Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Adam's declaration last week on 97.3 The Fan that he thought he could be ready for the opener seemed more like overzealous injury optimism from a player which can be common at this time of year. However, it appears he does indeed have a chance to avoid a stint on the injured list, with the reliever noting Friday of the Padres' medical staff that, "I think they're on board." Recovering from left quadriceps tendon repair surgery, Adam has been throwing bullpens since early December and recently began change-of-direction drills and fielding his position while remaining stationary. The veteran reliever is slated to work as one of closer Mason Miller's main setup men.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Thinks he could be ready for opener Adam (quadriceps) said Friday that he "absolutely" thinks he could be ready in time for Opening Day, 97.3 The Fan reports.

Impact Coming back from left quadriceps tendon repair surgery, Adam has been throwing bullpen sessions but still needs to show he can field his position and run without issue. The reliever said that the "ultimate priority" is to be healthy for the bulk of the season, but he believes he has a chance to be available Opening Day. Previous estimates have had Adam in line for his season debut around mid-April, and that's probably still the most likely scenario.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back by mid-April Adam (quadriceps) could be ready for his season debut "by mid-April or thereabouts," AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

Impact Adam is working his way back from left quadriceps tendon repair surgery, which he had last September. The Padres anticipate the veteran reliever throwing off a mound during spring training, and he could be ready for a rehab assignment around Opening Day. Once healthy, Adam will be a top setup man to closer Mason Miller.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids arbitration with San Diego Adam signed a one-year contract with the Padres on Thursday to avoid arbitration.

Impact Adam earned his first All-Star selection in 2025, and he finished the regular season with a 1.93 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 30 holds (tied for fifth most in the majors) and a 70:25 K:BB across 65.1 innings. His 2025 campaign came to an abrupt halt in September after rupturing a tendon in his left quadriceps. After undergoing surgery that requires a recovery timeline of 6-to-9 months, the 34-year-old right-hander is expected to start the 2026 season on the injured list. However, per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune in early December, Adam is expected to be ready to throw off a mound in spring training and may not need a lengthy stint on the IL.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will throw off mound in spring Adam (quadriceps) is expected to be ready to throw off a mound sometime during spring training, Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Adam underwent surgery in September to repair a torn left quad tendon. While it seems a stint on the injured list to begin the 2026 season is likely, Adam might not need to miss much time. The 34-year-old boasts a 1.66 ERA and 101:32 K:BB over 92 regular-season innings during his time with the Padres.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Campusano back; Padres tender contracts to 6 others before deadline SAN DIEGO -- The Padres’ week of roster shuffling is complete. Luis Campusano has agreed to a one-year deal for the 2026 season, while the c...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • MLB.COM

Padres late-inning weapon may be cutting it close for 2026 Opening Day return On Sept. 1, the Padres found themselves in a tie game against the Baltimore Orioles in the seventh inning. The score was 3–3, and Jason Adam...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Padres fans witnessed historic Jason Adam season before quad injury kept him sidelined When the San Diego Padres traded for reliever Jason Adam last year, I'm not quite sure how prepared everyone was for him to be one of the to...

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Cubs host the Padres in NL Wild Card Series Game 3

The Chicago Cubs and the San Diego Padres play in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Shifted to 60-day injured list The Padres transferred Adam (quadriceps) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list Tuesday.

Impact The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Martin Maldonado. Adam underwent season-ending surgery in early September to repair a ruptured left quadriceps tendon.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs look to sweep Padres in NL Wild Card Series

The Chicago Cubs and the San Diego Padres square off in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Cubs and Padres square off to start the NL Wild Card Series

The Chicago Cubs host the San Diego Padres on Tuesday in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Diamondbacks take 4-game losing streak into matchup against the Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks look to stop their four-game skid with a win against the San Diego Padres

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Arraez leads Padres against the Diamondbacks after 4-hit outing

The San Diego Padres take on the Arizona Diamondbacks after Luis Arraez's four-hit game on Friday

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Padres host the Diamondbacks to start 3-game series

The San Diego Padres host the Arizona Diamondbacks to start a three-game series

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Brewers come into matchup against the Padres on losing streak

The Milwaukee Brewers look to break their three-game losing streak with a win against the San Diego Padres

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Padres try to keep home win streak alive, host the Brewers

The San Diego Padres, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Milwaukee Brewers

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

The Padres earn a playoff spot for the 4th time in 6 seasons

The San Diego Padres are headed back to the playoffs for the fourth time in six seasons

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Padres host the Brewers in first of 3-game series

The San Diego Padres open a three-game series at home against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

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