Hot Lava Podcast

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.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss bullpen decisions and lost clubhouses, plus the upcoming Dodgers series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the weekend series between the Red Sox and Padres, how Manny Machado will be greeted by fans and the Padres’ problems getting on base.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the significance of Austin Hedges’ big day, Fernando Tatís Jr. being shut down and the potential for a lot of strikeouts in the series against the Reds.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss what the Padres moves involving Fernando Tatis Jr. and Ian Kinsler mean, Manny Machado’s slump and the upcoming series against the Phillies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the future of the Padres bullpen (does it include Ian Kinsler?) and where Eric Lauer and Joey Lucchesi fit in the rotation.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Rookie of the Year race, Dinelson Lamet’s latest start and what to look forward to in the upcoming series against the Rockies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the positions the Padres need to worry about and how far away they might be from contention.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres trade of Franmil Reyes and Logan Allen to Cleveland and the acquisitions outfield prospect Taylor Trammell and reliever Carl Edwards Jr.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ deteriorating season, the trade deadline and (a little bit) the upcoming series against the Orioles.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the trade deadline, the upcoming series against the Giants and whether the Padres’ season has passed its tipping point.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Chris Paddack vs. Pete Alonso, Fernando Tatis vs. Pete Alonso, Padres vs. Mets and trade possibilities. And check out our other podcasts at SanDiegoUnionTribune.com/podcasts Please take a few minutes to complete our podcast survey so we can make sure we're covering the stories you want to know about. survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.as…Eq&ver=standard

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss potential Padres trades and the situation with Wil Myers. Plus a little about the Cubs series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green‘s managerial decisions and the unusual importance of this nine-game road trip that begins with three games against the Marlins.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres at the midway point, the possibility of changes and the upcoming series against the Braves.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Dinelson Lamet’s return and the factors that determine whether the Padres are legitimate contenders in 2019.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the crowds at Petco Park, the Padres’ upcoming series against the Giants and, of course, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s All-Star “snub.” And check out our other podcasts at SanDiegoUnionTribune.com/podcasts Please take a few minutes to complete our podcast survey so we can make sure we're covering the stories you want to know about. http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=Kv7xaSXfStEq&ver=standard

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss expectations for the Padres at the season’s midpoint, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s rare skills and the upcoming series against the Cardinals.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ bullpen situation (again), Manny Machado’s return to Baltimore and Fernandomania.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the resurgence of the Padres offense, plans for the pitching staff and the upcoming series against the Pirates.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the wild series at Coors Field — and its downside for the Padres. Plus the call-up of Logan Allen and the series against the Brewers.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Chris Paddack’s performance and his upcoming time in Single-A, as well as the series against the Rockies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Chris Paddack‘s challenge, Manny Machado‘s struggles at home and Luis Urias’ seemingly pending arrival. Plus, a little bit about the Giants series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres bullpen woes, the return of Fernando Tatis Jr. and the upcoming series against the Nationals.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ ugly weekend and the upcoming series against the Phillies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green’s handling of the bullpen, Chris Paddack vs. the Yankees and the significance of the upcoming homestand.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the challenge the Padres face the next two days against the Yankees, as well as a potential trouble spot on the roster.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posnre (Canadian spelling) discuss what went right in the sweep of Arizona and what to expect in Toronto.