Hudson (COVID-19 protocols) will likely be activated Wednesday or Thursday, per the Associated Press.

EDGE Analysis

The Padres acquired Hudson from Washington on July 29, but he has been unable to pitch for San Diego while waiting to clear COVID-19 protocols. The right-hander threw live batting practice to five hitters Monday and appears to be only a day or two away from a return. When Hudson is activated, he figures to immediately slot in near the top of the team's bullpen hierarchy, joining Drew Pomeranz and Emilio Pagan as the primary bridges to closer Mark Melancon.