Nick Pivetta Exits Rehab Start Due to Discomfort

Nick Pivetta, recovering from an April 14 forearm injury, was removed from his rehab start with Single-A Lake Elsinore on Tuesday due to discomfort. Despite the mid-inning exit, there is optimism regarding his status; the right-hander threw in the bullpen after leaving the game and reported feeling fine. Pivetta remains a key recovery project for the San Diego Padres as he works toward returning to the mound.