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Podcast: Locked On Padres - Daily Podcast On The San Diego Padres
Episode: PADRES LEGEND: The RETURN of Joe Musgrove and How He’ll Impact the 2026 Season
Description: Joe Musgrove is set to ignite Petco Park once again as the San Diego Padres’ biggest potential X-factor for 2026. After a year and a half away from the mound, fans and analysts question what level of performance Musgrove will bring post-Tommy John surgery, and whether his unique pitch mix can power the rotation in a crucial season. How will the Padres manage if his return starts off slow, and can the team’s revamped rotation keep playoff hopes alive?
Host Javier Reyes breaks down Musgrove’s most recent stats from his last healthy season, the evolution of his cu...