Right-handed pitcher Jason Adam, a crucial setup man for the San Diego Padres, has sustained a ruptured quad tendon in his left leg during the team’s 4-3 defeat to the Baltimore Orioles last night. The team’s manager, Mike Shildt, confirmed the injury post-game.

The incident occurred in the seventh inning when Adam attempted to field a ground ball hit by Gunnar Henderson. In a misstep, he twisted his body and fell to the mound, overwhelmed by pain. He was taken off the field by medical staff.

As reported by the Sporting Tribune, Adam’s recovery timeline remains uncertain pending an MRI scheduled for Tuesday, but he anticipates being out for six to nine months.

Adam’s excellent performance this season—with a 1.81 ERA and 2.76 K/BB ratio in 64 ⅔ innings—secured him his first All-Star selection. His absence is a significant setback for the Padres, as their rotation struggles will likely require the solid bullpen depth provided by pitchers like Mason Miller if they aim for a postseason run.

Following this loss, the Padres’ record stands at 76-62, trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers by 2.5 games.