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Tonight, the Padres (23-16) begin a new three-game series with the Athletics (22-12). Both teams are enjoying successful season, with the Friars in second place in the NL West and the A’s in first place of the AL West.
Zach Davies (5-2) is back on the mound for San Diego and he’ll be facing left-hander Jesus Luzardo (2-1).
News Update
Prior to tonight’s game, the #Padres transferred LHP Jose Castillo to the 45-day IL, placed RHP Luis Perdomo on the 10-day IL with right forearm inflammation, and selected the contract of C Luis Campusano from the alternate training site.
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) September 4, 2020
We’ve also got some exciting news. The Padres have called up their No. 4 prospect Luis Campusano from the alternate training site and placed a couple pitchers on the IL.
Starting Lineup
Stoked for the weekend in Oakland!#FriarFaithful pic.twitter.com/DJUpeo0842
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) September 4, 2020
Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado are back in the 1-2 spots while Austin Nola bats cleanuo. Newly-brought up Campusano makes his major league debut as the team’s DH. Grisham is also back from his day off and he’ll be rounding out the bottom of the lineup.
Injury Report
Athletics
- SP Daniel Mengden - Covid-19
- SP A.J. Puk - 10-Day IL
- SS Marcus Semien - Day-To-Day
Padres
- RHP Emilio Pagan - 10-Day IL
- RHP Jose Castillo - 60-Day IL
- RHP Luis Perdomo - 10-Day IL
Game Info
Teams: Padres @ Athletics
Location: Oakland Coliseum
Time: 6:40pm
TV: FOX Sports San Diego
Radio: KWFN 97.3, XEMO 860
Weather: 74 degrees and sunny