SAN DIEGO -- Reliever Marc Rzepczynski has provided the Padres with a lefty presence in the bullpen that the team has not always had this season.
With left-hander Frank Garces taking Minor League stints, the Padres' sole move before the non-waiver Trade Deadline was picking up Rzepczynski from the Indians.
"Every time I have been traded now, the team has usually needed a left-hander," Rzepczynski said. "I just try to come over and do my job, help guys out."
The 29-year-old said he was aware of the Padres needing to fill the role of a lefty reliever, but his main focus is making sure he proves himself with the ultimate goal of returning to San Diego's clubhouse next year.