PT TODAY: Pomeranz likely first in line for Padres saves

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Padres | Three SD relievers likely to share closing duties
San Diego Padres RPs Drew Pomeranz, Emilio Pagán are Craig Stammen are expected to be used in closing situations if RP Kirby Yates (elbow) is sidelined for an extended period of time.  Source: MLB.com - Jesse Sanchez
 
BHQ take: And in fact Yates was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday, Aug. 15, with right elbow inflammation. The team also recalled RHP David Bednar from their alternate training site. Pomeranz already has 4 saves while tossing 8+ scoreless innings -- and now with Yates out, looks like the best immediate bet for most of the 9th...

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