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Padres without closer in elimination game as Mason Miller goes on paternity list

Mason Miller will not be available for the Padres in its crucial Game 3 vs the Brewers. Here is what to know on the closer's status.

By Bob Nightengale · Yahoo

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 1:04 AM

Key Things to Know

Padres closer Mason Miller was placed on the paternity list, sidelining him during the NLDS.
Miller was unavailable for at least Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers.
The Milwaukee Brewers eliminated the San Diego Padres with a 3-1 win in Game 4.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Diego Padres were without All-Star closer Mason Miller after he was placed on the paternity list ahead of NLDS Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers. The roster move left the Padres shorthanded in their bullpen as they faced elimination during the postseason series.

The Brewers went on to eliminate the Padres from the NLDS, securing the series victory with a 3-1 win in Game 4. Milwaukee's bullpen delivered a dominant performance to advance to the NLCS, ending San Diego's playoff campaign.

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