Padres Pitcher Robert Suarez Earns NL Reliever of the Month

San Diego Padres pitcher Robert Suarez has been named the National League Reliever of the Month for March/April, marking his second time earning the distinction. Suarez achieved a 0.64 ERA and converted all 12 of his save opportunities, leading the majors in saves and holding opponents to a .106 batting average over 14 innings. His performance places him among a select group of Padres pitchers who have reached at least 10 saves before May, and he is the first in franchise history to accomplish this twice. Additionally, the Padres have reinstated outfielder Brandon Lockridge from the injured list, who is expected to bolster the team's defense and speed in the outfield while other key players remain sidelined. Lockridge, known for his base-stealing ability, will split time in center and left field until more regular starters return. These roster moves come as the Padres prepare for key series against the Pirates and Yankees.