After yet another bullpen loss, the San Diego Padres have hit a two-game bump after winning three straight against their division rival.
The Friars will now look to bounce back and tie the series on Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. After Monday night’s performance, you might expect Ian Kinsler to start this game on the mound.
Sorry to disappoint, but he will not.
Instead the second game of the series will pit Eric Lauer (6-8) against Brendan McKay (2-2).
The rookie McKay is having a decent season, posting a 4.