Matt Waldron Undergoes Surgery, Out Indefinitely for Padres

Padres pitcher Matt Waldron is out indefinitely after undergoing surgery this week for an 'infection in his rear end,' clarified as a hemorrhoid issue. Manager Craig Stammen stated Waldron could begin the season on the injured list, with his return being 'week-to-week' based on healing. Waldron, who had been showing promising signs in early spring training, has made 36 appearances for the Padres over the last three seasons.