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Padres' Mason Miller Gets Honest About Transitioning to Starting Pitcher
- Mason Miller remains the Padres' closer for now, with the team valuing his proven bullpen impact.
- Miller says any shift to starting would only happen if there was a strong desire from him and agreement within the staff.
- Miller cited his 2025 relief season, including a 0.77 ERA across 22 appearances and two saves, as evidence of his value in the bullpen.
- Padres' pitching staff underwent changes after losing Cease and Darvish, leaving rotation questions ahead of 2026.
- Padres acquired Miller from the Athletics at the trade deadline, adding a valuable bullpen asset.
- Miller highlighted ongoing, collaborative conversations about his role, with an emphasis on player input.
- Miller did not rule out a future move to starting, noting time and conversations will shape any change.
- The article frames Miller's situation within Padres’ broader 2026 roster-building discussions.
- Valentina Martinez, On SI, authored the report providing the latest on Miller’s role and the Padres' pitching plans.
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