Hot Lava Podcast

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner preview the season, discuss the difficulty of playing in the same division as the Dodgers and the concern of filling innings, plus a look at the Diamondbacks.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres injuries and how they affect roster decisions, plus the reality about Fernando Tatis Jr.’s shoulder injury and more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the impact of injuries, the state of the pitching staff and the battle for the final bench spots.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss possible compositions of the pitching staff, Cronenworth and Kim, the final bench spot, Tatis’ health and fans in the stands.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss how Dinelson Lamet’s health will determine much about the Padres’ pitching plans, plus the strong springs so far by Ha-seong Kim and CJ Abrams and more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the ramifications of Fernando Tatis Jr.’s contract, how Chris Paddack, Dinelson Lamet and Joe Musgrove look at camp and what possible move A.J. Preller might still have up his sleeve.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner preview spring training, including a look at the Padres’ pitching depth and the importance of having upgraded the bench.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the significance of the Padres’ flurry of moves that brought them starting pitchers Blake Snell and Yu Darvish and infielder Ha-Seong Kim.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about what happened to the Padres in the postseason and what’s ahead in the offseason.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss pitching plans and what it will take for the Padres to win their National League Division Series against the Dodgers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres-Cardinals series and the decision to go with Chris Paddack in Game 1.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Mike Clevinger’s status, the significance of the season-ending series in San Francisco and possible playoff scenarios.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss setting up the pitching staff for the postseason and how the roster was built.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the rotation heading into the playoffs, the importance of Manny Machado and the significance of the just-completed Dodgers series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming series against the Dodgers, how complete the Padres are and the need to appreciate Manny Machado.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the sweep against the Rockies, the upcoming series against the Giants and competition for postseason roster spots.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the impact of losing Eric Hosmer and setting up the pitching staff for the postseason.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Mike Clevinger’s debut, what isn’t exactly right in the lineup and the upcoming series against the A’s.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the moves the Padres made at the trade deadline.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the trade deadline, the disappointing Mariners series and how the Padres will navigate four games at Coors Field.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the pros and cons of making a trade and the upcoming schedule.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the four grand slams, Jayce Tingler’s relationships with players, and the Padres’ precarious bullpen situation.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the injury to Tommy Pham, who might replace him and the prospects for the Padres snapping out of their losing skid.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the disappointing Dodgers series (or was it really?), what’s up with Chris Paddack and potential holes in the lineup. And playing the Diamondbacks again.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss enjoying Fernando Tatís Jr., the importance of the rest of the offense heating up and the upcoming series against the Dodgers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss what the demotion of Joey Lucchesi means, how close (or not) the Padres are to the Dodgers and the team’s repetitive two weeks.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the positions that are hurting the Padres, what would constitute success in the 10 days ahead and Jay’s awesome hat.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the good (Trent Grisham, Greg Garcia, starting pitching, etc.) and bad (bullpen, catcher offense) of the Padres season so far. And more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about a lot of good things and a few worrisome things from the Padres opening series, which was played in the shadow of the spread of COVID-19 elsewhere in the majors.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the significance of the new MLB playoff format and how it makes playing the Diamondbacks 10 times in the first 23 games even more important. Plus talk about the rotation, bullpen, offense and Jayce Tingler.Padres Daily is a comprehensive look at the latest Padres news. Get caught up every morning on what is happening in and around the team with notes, quotes, statistical trends and commentary. Sign up at sandiegouniontribune.com/padres-daily

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the depleted bullpen depth, the role for new reliever Tim Hill and the importance of Trent Grisham.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the outfield, the urgency for Austin Hedges, roster construction in the COVID season and more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the start of Padres summer camp, who looks good and the significant facets of the schedule.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the start of the MLB season, the Padres roster and the challenges ahead for everyone in baseball.

What are they doing? What will happen? What are people saying? Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the effect of coronavirus and halt to spring training is having on the Padres

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss MacKenzie Gore’s scheduled spring debut, Garrett Richards’ first start, Tommy Pham’s progress and more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Padres pitchers enjoying a scoreless streak, plus the roster situation at second base and the outfield. And is there concern about Tommy Pham?

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Manny Machado, Eric Hosmer, Wil Myers and more about the Padres.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the biggest storylines of Padres spring training.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres acquiring Tommy Pham in a trade for Hunter Renfroe and how the offseason moves have changed the team.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ hiring of Jayce Tingler as their new manager.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner go position by position in discussing where the Padres are at and where they might go.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner do an autopsy on the end of the Andy Green era, talk about potential replacements and discuss the situation that awaits the new Padres manager.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the top of the Padres’ rotation for 2020, the listless offense and how it all affects Andy Green’s job status.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Garrett Richards’ Padres debut, the decision to keep Chris Paddack going and why these games matter to the team’s young relievers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the importance of the weekend series against the Rockies for Joey Lucchesi, Eric Lauer and Cal Quantrill, and the situation with Chris Paddack.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the importance (or lack thereof) of strong finishes by various Padres and some good pitching match-ups in series against the Cubs.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss pitchers Ronald Bolaños, Chris Paddack, Dinelson Lamet and the questionable state of the roster. And of course the status of Andy Green.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Luis Urias at shortstop, Ronald Bolaños’ debut and the issue of trust with a manager.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the confusion over whether the Padres are trying to win or trying to see what they have. Plus, the upcoming series against the Giants.