PT TODAY: Vargas takes advantage of SD's rotation woes

Team-by-team playing time allocation charts can be found in our Teamview pages.

National League | American League
 
Padres | Robbie Erlin needs Tommy John surgery
San Diego Padres SP Robbie Erlin (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery to fix a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow, according to manager Andy Green.  Source: MLB.com
 
BHQ take: Obviously, Erlin's season is effectively over. With Brandon Morrow looking like a shadow of his former self thus far through four minor league rehab starts (18 runs allowed, 12 Ks over 22 IP) and the Pads quickly running out of organizational rotation depth, Erlin’s projected IP go to Cesar Vargas. Vargas made his MLB debut from Erlin’s vacated rotation spot last week, and has...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Today

A NYC-heavy column, with Bellinger, Peralta, Robert Jr. all affecting their teams' playing time outlook.
Jan 22 2026 9:57am
Bo Bichette moves to Flushing; Realmuto stays in Philly; Caratini to Minnesota; and more...
Jan 20 2026 9:08am
Kyle Tucker is rightfully pumped after pocketing $240M. What does it mean for the LA roster? Plus ripples from the Ranger Suárez and CIN-TB-LAA trade.
Jan 16 2026 9:33am
The Ryan Weathers trade from Miami to New York has implications for both starting staffs with spring training just four weeks away. Plus the Nolan Arenado era comes to an end in St. Louis.
Jan 14 2026 9:15am
New Cub Alex Bregman approves of the team's January so far. Plus Caissie joins other young Marlins; edge moves in Colorado; and more.
Jan 12 2026 9:14am

Tools