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Padres' Waldron Undergoes Surgery for Rear Infection

February 26, 2026 · Daily Mail

San Diego Padres pitcher Matt Waldron has undergone surgery to address an infection in his rear end, the team announced.

San Diego Padres pitcher Matt Waldron has undergone surgery to address an infection in his rear end, the team announced. The 29-year-old knuckleballer struggled with injuries throughout the 2023 season, dealing with an oblique issue during spring training before making just one start in June.

Waldron ultimately finished the season playing in Triple-A as he continued to battle physical setbacks.

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