Jackson Wolf called up to make MLB debut for Padres
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Alek Jacob works against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, July 18, 2023, in Toronto. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press via AP)
DETROIT (AP) — The San Diego Padres recalled LHP Jackson Wolf from Double-A San Antonio and gave him the start on Saturday against the Detroit Tigers.
Wolf, a fourth-round pick in 2021, will be making his major-league debut without having pitched above Double-A. He is 8-8 with a 3.39 ERA in 17 starts for San Antonio.
RHP Alek Jacob (elbow) went on the 15-day injured list.
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