Jason Adam suffered a ruptured quad tendon in the left leg, likely sidelining him six to nine months. MRI set for Tuesday will clarify recovery time. The Padres rely on him as a key high-leverage reliever, so his absence heightens bullpen pressure and tests a rotation that’s already stretched thin.

Adam’s 1.81 ERA across 64 2/3 innings this season underscored his value and earned him his first All-Star nod. San Diego added Mason Miller at the deadline to bolster the bullpen, but with Adam out, depth becomes the difference-maker as the Padres push for postseason positioning.

fantasy takeaway: expect a committee in late-inning duties, with added opportunities for other Padres relievers. Monitor Miller’s role and how the Padres allocate holds and saves as the season winds down.