Padres Roundup, Sept 14: Rotation Uncertainty, Harris' Case, Bullpen Fixes

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Here is some of the latest Padres analysis from around the internet. The Padres' playoff rotation faces uncertainty with Nick Pivetta's return, while Dustin Harris' late-season surge has made him a postseason contender.

• Nick Pivetta gives Padres an uncomfortable Robbie Ray, Casey Mize playoff decision (Friars on Base). Argues the Padres' playoff rotation is in flux due to Nick Pivetta's return, which pressures Robbie Ray and Casey Mize to perform. Pivetta's strong start could displace both, but their poor stats (-0.3 fWAR, 6.34 ERA) make their inclusion questionable.
• Padres’ Dustin Harris turned an August release into a postseason roster case (Friars on Base). Projects Padres’ Dustin Harris’ unexpected postseason relevance. Released in August, Harris rebounded with a .355 average and 11 hits in 31 at-bats, earning a top-3 batting order spot against a lefty, highlighting his value despite limited power.