Padres select RP Marcos Mateo from Triple-A

The Padres have selected relief pitcher Marcos Mateo from Triple-A El Paso to join the major league ball club, the team announced on Wednesday.

Mateo has appeared in 44 major league games over his career. He signed a minor-league contract with the Padres in January.

Mateo has a 5.04 ERA in 44 2/3 major league innings throughout his career.