Hot Lava Podcast

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ upcoming games in the NL Division Series against the Dodgers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' chances against the Dodgers in the NL Division Series and look back on the wild-card series win over the Mets.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ playoff series against the Mets.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the scene at Petco Park as the Padres clinched a playoff berth, how they stack up against other postseason entrants and what the roster might look like for the Wild Card series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' playoff position, upcoming Dodgers series and the value of Manny Machado.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ playoff position, the series against the Cardinals and the challenge ahead at Coors Field, plus Manny Machado‘s MVP candidacy.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ upcoming series against the Cardinals, how they rebounded against the Diamondbacks, the real Juan Soto and the playoff race.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the factors contributing to the Padres’ underachieving season, Bob Melvin’s angry response to Thursday’s loss and playoff possibilities.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ playoff position and the importance of the week ahead, plus what’s happening with the pitching staff and Juan Soto.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' playoff chances, the state of the offense and pitching staff and the upcoming three games (weather permitting) against the Dodgers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' recent success, Manny Machado's excellence and the challenge of having nine games remaining against the Dodgers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ recent woes, including the struggles of Josh Hader and Sean Manaea, as well as what’s ahead in San Francisco.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the reasons for the Padres' disappointing results and reaction to Fernando Tatis Jr.'s apologies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ recent struggles and what can be done about the team’s inconsistent offense.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the ramifications of Fernando Tatis Jr.’s suspension and the importance of the series against the Marlins.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the (finally) improved Padres offense and the importance of this road trip against the Nationals and Marlins.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the rough series against the Dodgers and what it means for the Padres.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Juan Soto, Josh Bell, Josh Hader, Brandon Drury and what the trade deadline means for the Padres. We also add some comments about the late Vin Scully.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the state of the Padres at the trade deadline, what they might do in the next few days and the upcoming Twins series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the trade deadline (Juan Soto), Fernando Tatis Jr.’s timeline, what happened against the Mets and the upcoming series against the Tigers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming second half of the Padres’ season, when Fernando Tatis Jr. and Wil Myers might return and what the chances are the Padres make a trade for Juan Soto.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the state of the Padres, including what can be done about their troubles, heading into the break.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the struggling Padres’ problems, what to expect with MacKenzie Gore and their upcoming series against the Rockies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ recent struggles, the upcoming series against the Giants and what might come in the second half.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner preview the Padres’ series against the Dodgers and look back at an eventful couple of days in Arizona.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming Diamondbacks series as well as an NL West-heavy schedule leading up to the All-Star break.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres series against the Phillies, Joe Musgrove’s first bad start and the important of MacKenzie Gore’s next start.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the Manny Machado injury and what it means for the Padres.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Manny Machado’s MVP candidacy, the Padres’ roster makeup and the trouble with the Rockies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ potentially precarious pitching situation and the ups and downs of their offense. Plus a little on the upcoming series against the Cubs.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' starting rotation, whether they need to trade for a bat and how that could work.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the significance of the series in Milwaukee and the upcoming games against the Mets.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss MacKenzie Gore, the starting pitching plan and attempt to put the Padres’ offensive struggles in context.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss — what else? — the Padres’ offensive struggles and what can be done in center field, plus the upcoming series against the Pirates.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ excellent road trip, MacKenzie Gore, Manny Machado and the upcoming series against the Brewers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ piggyback plan, the state of the bullpen, the state of the offense and the challenge awaiting in the series against the Giants.

Kevin Acee and jay Posner discuss the Padres’ signing of Robinson Canó and the upcoming series against the Braves.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' options on offense, their exceptional starting pitching and the upcoming series against the Cubs.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss — what else? — what to do about the offense and the bullpen. Plus some of the things that are going right for the Padres.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the many reunions happening this week as the Padres and Guardians play, the significance of the Mile Clevinger trade and the state of the bullpen and outfield.

Padres beat writer Kevin Acee and sports editor Jay Posner discuss the Padres' season sweep of the Reds, the weekend series against the Pirates and what might happen with the rotation.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ meager offense, pitching plans and the upcoming series against the Reds.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Dodgers series and what is going well and not so well for the Padres.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the excellent starting pitching and the level of concern there should be regarding the Padres offense.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the season's first week, starting pitching, MacKenzie Gore and Eric Hosmer.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ starting pitching, including the possibility MacKenzie Gore starts this week, plus a review of the opening series and look ahead to three against the Giants.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ roster, how the team will fare this season and the first series against the Diamondbacks.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss pitching and outfield depth as the Padres are less than a week away from opening day.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the hole in left field, Luke Voit’s place in the lineup, pitching depth and what move(s) the Padres might make before opening day.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Fernando Tatís Jr. injury, lineup holes and various position battles for the Padres.