Morejon pitched in back-to-back games, contributing to bullpen wear and amplifying the need for a clean Darvish start to limit further strain.

Morejon, part of San Diego’s bullpen depth, could be asked to bridge multiple outs in a pivotal Game 3. His usage impacts the Padres’ ability to protect a late lead in a bullpens-forward matchup.

Morejón anchored the Padres’ bullpen alongside Miller and Suárez, forming a trusted trio that minimized Cubs’ hits and walks.

Morejon came in for a lefty-on-lefty confrontation with Crow-Armstrong after Cease issued the free pass. The exchange underscored the Padres’ willingness to ride late-inning matchups to stifle the Cubs’ hopes and preserve a 3-0 lead.

Morejón joined Miller to complete 5 1/3 scoreless innings in Game 2, anchoring a bullpen that dominated the Cubs. His role as a key high-leverage arm reinforces San Diego’s dominant late-inning capabilities.