Nick Pivetta was hit hard in Friday night’s start against the Rangers, giving up five runs on four hits in his 2 2/3 innings of work.

Nick Pivetta was terrific during Sunday’s start against the Giants, racking up three strikeouts over three scoreless innings.

Nick Pivetta struck out four over 2 2/3 scoreless innings on Tuesday against the Giants.

Padres signed RHP Nick Pivetta to a four-year, $55 million contract.