The Aporia · Closer Mason Miller hits paternity list 45 minutes before the Padres' season is on the line

San Diego Padres reliever Mason Miller was placed on the paternity list just 45 minutes before Game 3 of their National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, missing a crucial elimination game. Under MLB rules, players can take up to three days for family matters during the postseason. The Padres responded by adding veteran left-hander Wandy Peralta to the roster as a replacement. Fans and commentators are comparing Miller’s situation to Yankees pitcher Max Fried, who is also expecting but committed to his Game 3 start.

Written by AI on 2026-10-07, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Mason Miller, the San Diego Padres' star closer, was placed on Major League Baseball's Postseason Paternity List just 45 minutes before Game 3 of the NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park. This move means Miller will miss a critical elimination game for the Padres, who are trailing 2-0 in the series after losing the first two games in Milwaukee. Miller, known for his overpowering fastball that regularly hits 104 mph, had a stellar regular season with 38 saves and a 1.67 ERA. However, he faltered recently by issuing three walks during a crucial save opportunity before Jackson Chourio delivered the game-winning hit on his 40th pitch. The Padres have replaced Miller on their roster with left-hander Wandy Peralta for this pivotal game, hoping to avoid elimination.

Written for “Padres Closer Paternity Leave” on 2026-11-03, grounded in this article and the 2 other(s) covering the same event.

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Star closer Mason Miller goes on paternity list before Padres face Brewers in Game 3 of NLDS Same event

Toronto Star

Hedges 0 of 10 claims Outlet record 64/100

Padres lose Mason Miller at worst possible time before NLDS elimination game Same event

New York Post

Hedges 0 of 11 claims Outlet record 66/100

Walker Buehler's family situation simplified Padres' decision to start Robbie Ray in Game 1 of NLDS Different event

Toronto Star

Hedges 2 of 14 claims Outlet record 64/100

“The articles describe different players being placed on paternity leave for separate games in the NLDS series.”

Brewers to start Dustin May and Padres going with Nick Pivetta in Game 3 of NL Division Series Different event

Toronto Star

Hedges 7 of 15 claims Outlet record 64/100

“The articles describe different events: one about starting pitchers for Game 3 of an NLDS series and the other about a reliever being placed on the paternity list before the same game.”

Padres welcome Walker Buehler back for NLDS after paternity-list stint Different event

New York Post

Hedges 0 of 12 claims Outlet record 66/100

“The articles describe different players (Walker Buehler and Mason Miller) being placed on the paternity list at different times, involving distinct occurrences.”

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