Stauffer (5-2) picked up the relief win in extra innings on Friday against the Dodgers, as he pitched the 12th inning while allowing one hit with one strikeout.

The 32-year old Stauffer has found his niche as a reliever finally, but he is still giving up far too many walks and remains extremely hittable to batters which does not bode well for fantasy owners.

Stauffer faltered Sunday at St. Louis, surrendering two runs on three hits and one walk to go with two strikeouts in two frames.

In the fifth inning, Stauffer relieved starter Odrisamer Despaigne, setting down the side following a leadoff single. However, Stauffer wasn't as crisp in the sixth, when the Cardinals placed runners at second and third. With two outs, he gave up a two-run double to Matt Carpenter, bumping up the right-hander's ERA to 3.86 on the season. Expect Stauffer to continue pitching in low-leverage situations, especially if his walk rate, currently sitting at 4.04 BB/9, doesn't turn around.

Tim Stauffer was chased after just 2 2/3 innings Monday, yielding two runs on four hits and two walks in a loss to the Pirates.

Stauffer was 2-0 with a 1.90 ERA early last week, but his fortunes, predictably, have changed abruptly. The right-hander was coming off one of the worst starts of his career, coughing up seven runs while recording just one out against the Snakes on Wednesday. Things went better this time around, but that's only by degrees -- he lasted just 71 pitches in Petco. Stauffer has allowed nine runs and secured only nine outs over his last two outings, but San Diego isn't sure it has anyone better to replace him. Stauffer hosts Washington this weekend.

Tim Stauffer got pulverized in Arizona on Wednesday, yielding seven runs on six hits and a walk while recording just one out against the Snakes.

He entered the game 2-0 with a 1.90 ERA and exits 2-1 with a 4.50 ERA. Stauffer began the season in the bullpen and blanked the Cubs for five innings to win on Friday in his first start of 2014. The right-hander can't be trusted in fantasy. Stauffer hosts Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

Making his first start since 2012, Tim Stauffer blanked the Cubs for five innings to win on Friday night.

Stauffer was better than he needed to be, as the Padres gave him eight runs of support. He probably shouldn't get used to that, though. In truth, he was just thrilled to be back in the rotation in the first place. If he continues to pitch well while Robbie Erlin is out, he should get a chance to stick. He's not a great mixed-league pickup yet, but he should continue to have value in NL-only leagues.

Tim Stauffer will start on Friday versus the Cubs.

He's filling in for the injured Robbie Erlin (elbow). Stauffer hasn't started a game in the majors since 2012, so he'll obviously be on a pitch count. It's possible he'll be given additional turns in the rotation if he pitches well.

Padres avoided arbitration with RHP Tim Stauffer by agreeing to a one-year, $1.6 million contract.

After missing nearly all of 2012 with an elbow injury, Stauffer pitched well out of the bullpen for the Padres in 2013, posting a 3.75 ERA and 1.13 WHIP over 43 appearances. It's possible he'll be given another shot to start in 2014, though San Diego has a bevy of rotation options.

Tim Stauffer pitched 5 2/3 innings in relief Wednesday, allowing one run and striking out seven Cardinals.

Tonight's showing should get Stauffer back into the Padres rotation, so give him a look in NL-only leagues. There are still questions about his arm, but he a pretty effective starter in 2011.

Padres purchased the contract of RHP Tim Stauffer from Triple-A Tucson.

Stauffer, who was limited to one start last season due to flexor tendon surgery, had a 3.16 ERA and 38/15 K/BB ratio in 42 2/3 innings over eight starts in Triple-A. It's not clear what his role will be with the Padres, but he's worth stashing away in NL-only fantasy leagues.

Padres reassigned RHPs Tim Stauffer and Sean O'Sullivan, C Juan Rivera, OF Travis Buck and INF Gregorio Petit to minor league camp.

Each player will open the season with Triple-A Tucson. Stauffer and O'Sullivan are expected to pitch as starters.

Tim Stauffer has been told that he will begin the season with Triple-A Tucson.

Stauffer owns an ugly 8.74 ERA over six appearances this spring, but his 11/2 K/BB ratio in 11 1/3 innings provides reason for encouragement. He also hasn't had any issues with his elbow. If all goes well, the veteran right-hander could be an option for the major league rotation by the end of April.

Tim Stauffer was knocked around again Wednesday, yielding three runs on five hits and a walk over five innings against the Giants.

He did strike out four but needed 52 pitches to navigate through the three frames. Stauffer's elbow hasn't been an issue this spring, but he now has a 10.61 ERA over 9 1/3 innings. He does, however, have a nice 10/2 K/BB ratio. It's possible the Padres will ease him into things, but he should be ready to join the rotation sometime in April.

Tim Stauffer continued his early spring struggles in Friday's loss to the Royals, surrendering four runs on four hits in his 2 1/3 innings of relief work.

The results haven't been anything to write home about thus far, but the most important thing to note is Stauffer's health. He's progressing nicely from an elbow operation that he underwent in August, and should be able to rejoin the rotation at some point in the first month of the season.

Tim Stauffer (elbow) allowed four runs in two innings of work Sunday against the Cubs.

Stauffer is progressing nicely from August surgery to repair a flexor tendon in his right elbow and has appeared in three games so far this spring. At this point, He still seems doubtful to be ready for Opening Day, but should regain his spot in the Padres' rotation when healthy.

Tim Stauffer (elbow) suffered no setback and said that he felt great after his inning of work on Thursday.

Stauffer, who is recovering from an August surgery to repair a flexor tendon in his right elbow, is progressing nicely and could be ready to join the Padres' rotation for the start of the regular season. The 30-year-old right-hander is a name to remember in the later stages of fantasy drafts, especially for his home starts in the friendly confines of Petco Park.

Tim Stauffer (elbow) threw live batting practice for the first time Monday in spring training.

Stauffer reportedly "felt fine" and didn't report any setbacks. The 30-year-old right-hander is expected regain his spot in the Padres' rotation when healthy, but may not be ready for the start of the season.

Padres signed RHP Tim Stauffer to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Stauffer, who had surgery in August to repair a flexor tendon in his right elbow, is currently about two weeks behind his usual throwing program. The 30-year-old right-hander may not be ready for the start of the season, but he's a fine gamble on a minor league deal.

Tim Stauffer (elbow) is already throwing from 75 feet.

Stauffer underwent surgery to repair a flexor tendon in his right (pitching) elbow in late August but is only two weeks behind his normal offseason schedule. The 30-year-old free agent right-hander is hoping to find a team soon.

Bill Center of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Padres are interested in re-signing Tim Stauffer on a minor league deal.

Padres RHP Tim Stauffer has cleared waivers and elected to become a free agent.

Stauffer underwent successful surgery on his right elbow at the end of August to repair his flexor tendon. He was limited to just one major league start on the season, and would have been in line for around $3.2 million in arbitration had the Padres tendered him a contract.