The San Diego Padres have made a last-minute change to their starting pitching plans for the opening game of their series with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Right-handed pitcher Matt Waldron was originally scheduled to be the starter, but now, right-hander Bradgley Rodriguez will take his place.

RHP Bradgley Rodriguez will be today’s starting pitcher in Milwaukee.

— San Diego Padres (@Padres) May 12, 2026

The Padres made this exact move last week ahead of Waldron's last start against the San Francisco Giants, with Rodriguez acting as an opener for the first inning and Waldron following.

The move worked to perfection, as Waldron had his best outing of the year, going five innings and only allowing one run on two hits while striking out seven batters.…