Gwynn, glory, generosity: Padres' Joe Musgrove on playing for San Diego
In an extensive interview with the Flippin' Bats crew, Joe Musgrove dished on everything from his Antarctica trip to how he's influenced by...JUNE 18, 2023
JOE MUSGROVE #44 - PITCHER - SAN DIEGO PADRES
6-5 W-L •
1.17 WHIP •
3.88 ERA
6-5 W-L
1.17 WHIP
3.88 ERA
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Dealing with elbow bursitis Musgrove has been wearing a compression sleeve on his right arm for much of the season because he's dealt with elbow bursitis, Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact The feeling is that the issue might have been caused by the aggressive treatment Musgrove underwent this spring to combat healing in his fractured left big toe. "I had some elbow issues early in spring, possibly from the hyperbaric (chamber)," he said. "Went to Mexico, and it blew up in Mexico, just really swollen. Since then it has been manageable, but it seems like the elevation and pressurized areas are causing more and more trouble." Musgrove added that he "had a leak in the bursa sac or a rupture in there" which "causes swelling and causes loss of range of motion." The righty has an uncharacteristic 4.37 ERA on the season, although that mark has been 1.93 over his last four starts. There are no plans for any down time for Musgrove. Rather, the elbow issue seems like something he could just have to manage for a while longer but should eventually heal itself.
JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns fourth win Musgrove (4-2) allowed three runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out five over six innings to earn the win Tuesday over the Guardians.
Impact Musgrove allowed multiple runs for the first time in four starts, but he also picked up his third quality start over that span. The right-hander has started to more regularly get through six innings after failing to do so in his first five starts of the season. He's now at a 4.37 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 47:14 K:BB over 47.1 innings through nine starts. Musgrove is lined up for a tougher home start versus the Rays this weekend.
JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Padres Daily: So close, so far; Crawford is a pain; Muñoz is a painful memory; Joe's defense of offense Padres keep giving themselves chances, keep falling short at end; Andres Muñoz works scoreless inning against former team; Joe Musgrove appl...
JUNE 7, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
No-decision versus Seattle Musgrove allowed one run on four hits and a walk while striking out eight over five innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Tuesday.
Impact Musgrove had a solid outing, but the Mariners were able to work some long counts against him. The right-hander needed 102 pitches (68 strikes) to complete five innings. He's allowed just three runs (two earned) over 17.1 innings across his last three starts, and his eight strikeouts Tuesday were a season high. Musgrove's now at a 4.35 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 42:13 K:BB through 41.1 innings through eight starts overall. He's lined up for a home start versus the Guardians next week.
JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Padres Daily: Not the same old offense; what Joe sees; Almost the same Awesome Kim Padres continue trending in right direction; Joe Musgrove had to bide his time, would have liked more time; Fernando Tatis Jr. does somethin...
JUNE 2, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
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JUNE 1, 2023 • MLB.COM
Cruises to third win Musgrove (3-2) earned the win Thursday, allowing one unearned run on three hits and three walks over 6 innings against the Marlins. He struck out three.
Impact Musgrove has won his last two starts, allowing just two runs (one earned) over 12.1 innings after pitching to a 6.75 ERA in his first five outings. Through seven starts, the 30-year-old right-hander now sports a 4.71 ERA with a 1.38 WHIP and 34:12 K:BB across 36.1 innings. Musgrove will look to keep rolling in his next outing, tentatively lined up for next week against Seattle.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Musgrove pitches no-hitter into the 6th, Sánchez homers again as Padres beat Marlins 10-1
Joe Musgrove pitched a no-hitter into the sixth, Fernando Tatis Jr. had three doubles and four RBIs and the San Diego Padres beat the Miami Marlins 10-1JUNE 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cruises to second win Musgrove (2-2) allowed one run on six hits over 6.1 innings Friday, striking out six and earning a win over the Yankees.
Impact Musgrove rolled through five shutout frames to begin the game and retired the first 11 batters he faced. The 30-year-old tied his season high with six punchouts while picking up his first win since April 22. He hasn't found any sustained success since returning from a toe injury; Musgrove owns a 5.64 ERA and has allowed at least four runs in three of his six starts. He's lined up for a start in Miami where he'll look to build on Friday's strong outing.
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tagged with loss Saturday Musgrove (1-2) allowed four runs on six hits and a walk while striking out six over five innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Red Sox.
Impact Emmanuel Valdez accounted for much of the damage against Musgrove with a three-run home run in the second inning. Alex Verdugo added an RBI single in the fourth. Musgrove still has yet to complete six innings in any of his five starts this season, and it's mostly been due to ineffective pitching, as evidenced by his 6.75 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 25:9 K:BB over 24 innings. The 30-year-old is projected for a road start versus the Yankees next week.
MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Takes first loss Musgrove (1-1) allowed four runs on eight hits and four walks while striking out five over 5.2 innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Dodgers.
Impact J.D. Martinez took Musgrove deep for a three-run home run in the first inning, and Will Smith added an RBI single in the third to close out the scoring. This was Musgrove's longest outing so far, and he threw 61 of 97 pitches for strikes despite some lackluster control. He's at a 6.63 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 19:8 K:BB across 19 innings through four starts. The right-hander is projected for a home start versus the Red Sox next weekend.
MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Desperate for win vs. Dodgers, Padres send Joe Musgrove to mound The season is not quite a quarter old, but the San Diego Padres are learning a hard truth
MAY 13, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM
Padres Daily: Examining the need for urgency in May Whatever the problem has been, the conviction seems to be that a refined focus is needed before it is too late
MAY 12, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
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MAY 8, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Fans five in no-decision Musgrove allowed one unearned run on two hits and three walks over five-plus innings during Sunday's loss to the Dodgers. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision.
Impact Musgrove worked through five shutout frames before the Dodgers finally brought home a run in the sixth. He was in line for the victory before Josh Hader blew a save in the ninth inning. It was Musgrove's best start after coughing up a combined 10 runs in his first two outings. He's now sporting a 6.75 ERA across 13.1 innings. Musgrove is currently lined up for a rematch with the Dodgers in Los Angeles next week.
MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Padres' Joe Musgrove to take next step of season vs. Dodgers The national television audience for Sunday’s rubber match of the series between the host San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers proba...
MAY 7, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Padres' Joe Musgrove to take next step of season vs. Dodgers The national television audience for Sunday’s rubber match of the series between the host San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers proba...
MAY 7, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Start pushed back Musgrove is having his next start pushed back from Friday to Sunday after he developed a blister on his foot, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact Musgrove struggled in his previous outing and lasted only 3.1 innings, though it's unclear if that was caused by the injury. The positive news is that the issue doesn't seem likely to force him to the injured list or to miss a full turn through the rotation. Yu Darvish will now start Friday, followed by Blake Snell on Saturday.
MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Can't get out of the fourth Musgrove did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing seven runs on six hits and one walk over 3.1 innings against San Francisco. He struck out three.
Impact Musgrove started the fourth inning with a 5-2 lead. But five of the six batters he faced in the inning reached, and all five came around to score. Musgrove has made two starts this season after a toe and shoulder injury held him out. After a career-best 2.93 ERA last season, Musgrove sits at 10.80 in 2023. His next start is tentatively scheduled against the Dodgers, where he will look to get on track.
APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns win in return Musgrove (1-0) picked up the win against Arizona on Saturday, allowing three runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out six batters over five innings.
Impact Musgrove missed over three weeks to begin the campaign due to a fractured toe and a subsequent shoulder injury he suffered while rehabbing. The right-hander made it back to the big club Saturday and pitched well enough to pick up the win, tossing 80 pitches (53 strikes) and giving up three runs across five frames. Musgrove induced 12 swinging strikes in the outing, a positive sign that his stuff isn't too far behind despite his late start to the season. He's tentatively lined up to the face the Giants at home his next time out.
APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Taken off 15-day IL for start Musgrove (toe/shoulder) was reinstated off the 15-day injured list by the Padres on Saturday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact Musgrove comes off the IL to make his first start of the 2023 campaign against the Diamondbacks on Saturday. The right-hander scuffled a bit in his two rehab starts, but he also fanned 14 hitters over 9.1 innings. Musgrove may have some webs to shake off early, but he should be a strong fantasy option for the remainder of the 2023 season.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
