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Waldron dealing with oblique strain, will be reevaluated Sat. PEORIA, Ariz. -- Padres right-hander Matt Waldron did not appear in Friday’s Cactus League game as originally scheduled, after he suffered a...

MARCH 15, 2025 • MLB.COM

Diagnosed with oblique strain Waldron suffered a mild left oblique strain while warming up in the bullpen Friday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Waldron's injury prevented him from pitching as scheduled against the Rangers. He'll be re-evaluated Saturday, at which point a return timeline may be established, but his availability for Opening Day is currently up in the air. The 28-year-old right-hander has had a tough time getting going this spring, surrendering 11 runs (nine earned) on nine hits and seven walks while striking out seven batters in 9.1 innings.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Possibly injured in bullpen Waldron didn't pitch as scheduled Friday due to a potential injury he suffered while warming up in the bullpen, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

Impact After Waldron threw a few pitches in the bullpen preparing for what was supposed to be his fifth appearance of the spring, a trainer intervened to check on him. The 28-year-old righty then retreated into the Padres' clubhouse. It's unclear at the moment what he might be dealing with, though some more information is likely to come out following the game.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spring training update: Tirso Ornelas, Brandon Lockridge keep hitting; Padres tie, lose in split-squad games Nick Pivetta debuts strong; Matt Waldron roughed up for first time in three spring games

MARCH 4, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Strengthens bid for rotation spot Waldron pitched three scoreless innings in a Cactus League contest against the Athletics on Thursday, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out two batters.

Impact Waldron's second spring start went very smoothly, as he allowed only three baserunners (one on an error), and two of those were wiped out on double plays. The knuckleballer has yielded just one run through five innings over two starts this spring as he makes his case for the fifth spot in San Diego's Opening Day rotation. Waldron's competition for that role includes Kyle Hart, Stephen Kolek, Randy Vasquez and Jhony Brito.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Padres notes: Alpine's Trenton Brooks trying to get back to bigs; Matt Waldron takes next step Trenton Brooks had a brief stint with Giants in 2024; Fernando Tatis Jr. ready to start Friday after bout with flu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Spring training update: Matt Waldron shines again; Forrest Wall, Trenton Brooks homer in loss to A's Relievers Robert Suarez, Jeremiah Estrada are sharp in spring debuts; third-round pick Cobb Hightower gets a hit

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Allows one run in spring debut Waldron surrendered one run on two hits and no walks while striking out two batters over two innings in a Cactus League contest against Oakland on Saturday.

Impact Waldron is one of several pitchers competing for the final spot in San Diego's rotation, and he began his exhibition slate with a decent outing. After allowing a pair of hits and a run through three batters, the knuckleballer settled down to retire the final five batters he faced. Even if Waldron does land San Diego's fifth-starter role, he isn't a particularly intriguing fantasy option given his modest strikeout rate and 4.91 ERA over 146.2 frames last year.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Padres notes: Matt Waldron commits to knuckleball; Eguy Rosario on the move; Arraez comes out swinging Rosario can be useful at multiple spots for the Padres, or he might end up playing left field more than second or third base

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Intends to lean more on knuckleball Waldron said Wednesday that he is planning to throw his knuckleball more frequently during the upcoming season, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

Impact The knuckler was Waldron's most-used pitch last year, as he threw it 38.2 percent of the time, per Statcast. The right-hander registered a 27.5 percent whiff rate on the offering, and opponents had a .227 xBA against it, rendering it a relatively effective pitch, especially in comparison to his four-seamer (19.1 percent usage rate, 22.4 percent whiff rate, .247 xBA) and his sinker (14.3 percent usage rate, 6.7 percent whiff rate, .316 xBA). Waldron is battling for a spot at the back of San Diego's rotation, so how he -- and his knuckleball -- perform during Cactus League play could go a long way toward determining what his role will be at the start of the season.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Padres roster review: Matt Waldron Sizing up the Padres’ 40-man roster heading into the 2025 season: Matt Waldron’s knuckleball carried him to success throughout the summer, b...

JANUARY 10, 2025 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Recalled from Triple-A Waldron was recalled from Triple-A El Paso on Sunday.

Impact Waldron will serve as fresh arm capable of logging multiple innings of relief Sunday following starter Martin Perez. Waldron, who is known best for his knuckleball, logged a 4.79 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 130 strikeouts in 142.2 innings through 26 MLB starts this year.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Padres minors: Matt Waldron back on El Paso's mound; Tyson Neighbors settling in with Storm Padres knuckleballer makes first start with Triple-A El Paso following demotion

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Padres News: Matt Waldron Demoted In Surprising Move Padres Option Most Utilized Starter to Minor Leagues in Surprising Move.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Padres News: Matt Waldron Demoted In Surprising Move Padres Option Most Utilized Starter to Minor Leagues in Surprising Move.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Padres option knuckleballer Matt Waldron to Triple-A, recall Logan Gillaspie

The San Diego Padres optioned knuckleballer Matt Waldron to Triple-A El Paso and recalled right-hander Logan Gillaspie

AUGUST 23, 2024 • Associated Press

Optioned to minors Waldron was optioned to Triple-A El Paso on Thursday, Dennis Lin reports.

Impact Waldron has given up 22 earned runs across his last 14.1 innings spanning three starts and now the Padres will try to get him back on track in the minors. It's unclear who will take over Waldron's spot in the rotation, though Randy Vasquez is on the same schedule as Waldron and would be a natural fit to return to the majors.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues rough stretch Waldron (7-11) took the loss against Minnesota on Wednesday, allowing 10 runs on 12 hits and one walk while striking out three batters over 4.1 innings.

Impact Waldron managed to get through two scoreless frames before being tagged for a run in the third. He then fell apart in the fourth, as the Twins pounded him for seven runs on seven hits, including two doubles and a homer. Waldron was allowed to return for the fifth frame but retired just one batter before he was pulled after giving up another run, and the final tally against him came after he departed. The knuckleballer has been knocked around in each of his past three starts, giving up a combined 22 runs over 14.1 frames. HIs season ERA has jumped from 3.79 ERA to 4.79 due to the rough patch.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hit hard in Colorado Waldron (7-10) allowed seven runs on nine hits and a walk while striking out six over 5.2 innings to take the loss Friday versus the Rockies.

Impact To his credit, Waldron mostly spared the Padres' bullpen after laboring through a four-run first inning that saw him throw 28 of his 102 pitches in the start. This was the third time in four outings he's given up at least five runs, and he's yielded at least one home run in nine of his last 11 starts after surrendering just six long balls over his first 14 appearances. Waldron has a 4.29 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 127:39 K:BB through 138.1 innings over 25 starts this season. His next outing is projected to be at home versus the Twins.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Waldron stumbles early, Rockies clinch season series against Padres DENVER - From time to time, Matt Waldron needs an inning to settle in. He needed two on Friday, and ...

AUGUST 17, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Slips against Fish Waldron came away with a no-decision in Saturday's 9-8 extra-inning win over the Marlins, surrendering five runs on five hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out five.

Impact Miami erupted for six runs in the fifth inning and chased the knuckleballer from the game after 83 pitches (51 strikes), but San Diego's hitters were able to bail Waldron out in the late innings before winning it in the 10th. The 27-year-old has failed to last six innings in three straight starts, a stretch in which he's stumbled to a 7.07 ERA despite a 1.21 WHIP and 18:5 K:BB through 14 innings. Waldron could have a hard time turning things around in his next outing, which is scheduled to come on the road next weekend against the Rockies -- although he did deliver a quality start in his first career appearance at Coors Field back on April 24, allowing only one run over six innings.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates Rockies for seventh win Waldron (7-9) got the win over the Rockies on Sunday, allowing one run on two hits and two walks while striking out seven over 5.2 innings.

Impact The lone run that came against Waldron was a solo home run by Brenton Doyle in the fourth. His two hits allowed tied a season best and his seven strikeouts were the most he's had since he punched out eight on June 24. Waldron led with his knuckleball, throwing it just under 44 percent of the time and getting five whiffs on the pitch. He was pulled at just 80 pitches but giving length has certainly been a strength of Waldron's for much of the season. He now owns a 3.79 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 116:36 K:BB in 128.1 innings and lines up to face the Marlins on the road over the weekend.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rebounds after rough start to game Waldron did not factor into the decision in Tuesday's win over the Dodgers, allowing five runs on five hits and a walk while striking out six over four innings.

Impact Waldron gave up all five runs and four of his five hits in the opening frame but went on to retire 10 of the last 11 hitters he faced. He was still pulled after four innings at 81 pitches, marking his shortest outing since he only lasted three innings May 5. Tuesday was also the first time Waldron had allowed five runs since he allowed eight back on May 5. Still, he's managed to go at least six innings in 10 of his last 12 starts and owns a 3.89 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 109:34 K:BB in 122.2 innings. He lines up to face the Pirates in a start next week.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rebounds after rough start to game Waldron did not factor into the decision in Tuesday's win over the Dodgers, allowing five runs on five hits and a walk while striking out six over four innings.

Impact Waldron gave up all five runs and four of his five hits in the opening frame but went on to retire 10 of the last 11 hitters he faced. He was still pulled after four innings at 81 pitches, marking his shortest outing since he lasted only three innings May 5. Tuesday also marked the first time Waldron has allowed five runs since he allowed eight back on May 5. Still, he's managed to go at least six innings in 10 of his last 12 starts and owns a 3.89 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 109:34 K:BB in 122.2 innings this season. He lines up to face the Pirates in a start next week.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Padres' Matt Waldron Made Nationals Hitter Look So Silly With Ridiculous Knuckleball San Diego Padres pitcher Matt Waldron has brought the knuckleball back to Major League Baseball and we’re all grateful for it, as there is n...

JULY 25, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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Padres option knuckleballer Matt Waldron to Triple-A, recall Logan Gillaspie