There are many things to like about the currently constructed version of the San Diego Padres‘ starting pitching rotation. A lot of young talent with room to improve highlight what can be a very respectable group if all goes to plan.
Mixed in with their young talent is 31 year-old Garrett Richards who has pitched fewer than 150 innings in the last four seasons. Another question that adds to the lack of obvious stability.
What they are missing is a seasoned arm with a positive track record to mix with the young group to provide some balance among a group who will likely face lulls during a long season.