Burch Smith surrendered six runs and three homers in 5 2/3 innings versus the Giants on Friday. Despite striking out 46 in 36 1/3 innings, Smith went 1-3 with a 6.44 ERA in seven starts and two relief appearances for the Padres. He's more intriguing as a reliever than as a starter right now, but the Padres should continue to groom him for the rotation in Triple-A at the beginning of next year.

Burch Smith pitched six innings of two-run ball Saturday in a loss to the Dodgers. Smith walked Mark Ellis and then gave up a homer to A.J. Ellis in the fourth, which is all it would take to get him handed a loss working opposite Clayton Kershaw. The Padres still have to be pleased with the way he's pitched in three starts this month.

Burch Smith struck out 10 over seven scoreless innings to earn his first big league victory on Sunday over the Braves. He scattered three hits and walked two. Smith has allowed only two runs over 12 innings in two starts since he entered the starting rotation, which might prompt owners to hit the waiver wire in search of the 23-year-old. You shouldn't get ahead of yourself for two reasons: Firstly, Smith owned an 11.37 ERA prior to his last two starts and has displayed little feel for his command. He also has a brutal upcoming assignment against the Dodgers.

Burch Smith allowed two runs in five innings and struck out seven Rockies on Friday. Smith walked four, but none of those came back to haunt him, except for possibly shortening his outing by an inning. Both runs were scored on three straight hits and an RBI groundout in the first. Smith is a pretty risky play because of his lack of command, and he'll probably get the Braves next.

Burch Smith is expected to start on Friday against the Rockies. It sounds like the Padres will use a six-man rotation during the final month. Smith has been great in the minors but holds an 11.37 ERA in 12 2/3 innings this year at the major league level. He should be avoided in fantasy leagues.

Padres recalled RHP Burch Smith from Triple-A Tucson. Smith has an 11.37 ERA in 12 2/3 innings this year at the major league level. He will pitch in long relief.

Padres optioned RHP Burch Smith to Triple-A Tucson. Smith threw three scoreless relief innings during his most recent time with the big club. He'll return to Tucson's rotation.

Padres recalled RHP Burch Smith from Triple-A Tucson. Smith has struggled in three starts for the Padres, but he'll be tried out in relief this time. He's posted a 1.82 ERA in the minors this season.

Padres optioned RHP Burch Smith to Triple-A Tucson. Smith was up for bullpen depth for a few days but didn't make an appearance. He's being replaced by Nick Vincent.

Padres recalled RHP Burch Smith from Triple-A Tucson. Smith made three starts with the Padres earlier this season, but is expected to be used as a reliever. Since being sent down to last month, he has a 2.70 ERA over two starts at the Triple-A level.