Padres Notes: Friars Release Pitcher, Stars Defend Dodgers, City Connect Jersey Leaks

The San Diego Padres began the 2026 campaign on Thursday, dropping the season opener with an 8-2 loss against the Detroit Tigers. Starting pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/nick_pivetta/394534">Nick Pivetta</a> struggled in his first career Opening Day start as he allowed six earned runs and seven hits across three innings of work.

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