San Diego Padres Are SPIRALING to Start 2026—How Much Blame is On Craig Stammen?

San Diego Padres dominate the Pittsburgh Pirates with airtight pitching and an aggressive offense—are they officially back in the NL playoff chase? Javier Reyes spotlights the lineup's resurgence, analyzing Fernando Tatis Jr.'s hard-hit luck, Manny Machado's steady presence, and breakout moments from Jackson Merrill and Nick Castellanos. With German Marquez shaking up the rotation hierarchy, big questions loom for manager lineup decisions as Walker Buehler’s role hangs in the balance. Key analysis covers Padres’ swinging strategy, Freddy Fermin’s controversial trade impact, and what’s next for Luis Campisano behind the plate. Reyes breaks down how bullpen management and rest factor into upcoming challenges, especially with ace Paul Skenes on deck. Listener questions spark debate on Padres’ roster moves and new automated ball-strike (ABS) technology. Can the Padres maintain momentum against elite pitching and secure their postseason fate? Go Padres. 00:00: Padres Shut Out Pirates! 07:08: Aggressive Offense Pays Off 18:59: Fermin Trade Debate Join Everydayer Club: https://lockedonpadres.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioos Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PlayStation This episode of is brought to you by MLB The Show 26. Visit https://mlbthe.show/lockedon and use code “LOCKEDON” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Pre-Order now, Available March 17th on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. RATED E FOR EVERYONE. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The San Diego Padres took complete control in Pittsburgh, shutting out the Pirates 5-0 in a CLEAN, PROFESSIONAL performance from start to finish.   Coming off their first series win of the season and facing a Pirates team that entered on a 5-game winning streak, the Padres answered the challenge with dominant pitching, timely hitting, and strong defense.   Germán Márquez set the tone early with five scoreless innings, working efficiently and pitching out of trouble while keeping the Pirates off the board. The offense did just enough — highlighted by Jake Cronenworth’s RBI double, Nick Castellanos delivering the first run of the game, and Xander Bogaerts continuing his strong night at the plate with multiple hits and times on base.   The Padres bullpen wasn’t perfect, but it delivered when it mattered. Ron Marinaccio escaped a key jam, and David Morgan worked through late pressure with the help of a HUGE 4-6-3 double play turned by Cronenworth and Bogaerts to shut the door.   This wasn’t about explosive offense — this was about CONTROL. • Starter sets the tone • Offense executes • Defense makes plays • Bullpen closes it out   A complete win… and momentum continues.   Up next: a heavyweight matchup as Nick Pivetta faces Paul Skenes in Game 2.   👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this team starting to find its identity?   #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #MLB #Baseball #PadresWin #Márquez #Cronenworth #MLBHighlights #BaseballTalk #PadresBaseball   ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Post-Game Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ——- The Padres and Pirates play game 2 of this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 6:40 p.m. PT,   RHP Nick Pivetta will take the mound for the Pads, in a battle of aces with RHP Paul Skenes of the Pirates.   We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ——-   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts   THANK YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!Thank YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   ----- Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Padres snap out of their early-season slump, capturing their first series win and reigniting hopes for fans hungry for an offensive surge. Javier Reyes breaks down the turnaround against the Boston Red Sox, spotlighting Manny Machado’s clutch three-run homer, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s rollercoaster performances, and standout outings from starters Michael King and Randy Vasquez. Is this the spark the Padres lineup needed, or are inconsistency and concerns around Xander Bogaerts’ contract still lurking? Key discussion points include Jackson Merrill’s rapid rise, Tatis Jr.’s ideal lineup spot, Craig Stammen’s strategic tweaks, and the evolution of the Padres rotation with Musgrove’s looming return. Listener mailbag tackles the long-term consequences of offseason signings, potential trade scenarios, and the league’s competitive balance. Can San Diego’s new approach power them through upcoming matchups—or will old issues resurface in the race for the NL West? 00:00 Padres vs. Red Sox Recap & Takeaways 08:16 Tatis, Machado, Merrill & Lineup Discussion 22:36 Mailbag! Join Everydayer Club: https://lockedonpadres.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioos Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PlayStation This episode of is brought to you by MLB The Show 26. Visit https://mlbthe.show/lockedon and use code “LOCKEDON” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Pre-Order now, Available March 17th on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. RATED E FOR EVERYONE. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Padres found a way.    In a game that should have been put away early, San Diego survived missed opportunities, late-inning chaos, and relentless pressure to defeat the Red Sox 3-2 at Fenway Park.    The Padres had Boston starter Connelly Early on the ropes all night long — working deep counts, drawing walks, and putting traffic on the bases. But time and time again, they failed to deliver the big hit, finishing just 2-for-11 with runners in scoring position and leaving 9 runners on base. This has been a recurring theme early in the season, and it nearly cost them again.    Despite that, Randy Vásquez was outstanding. Pitching through constant traffic, Vásquez delivered 6 strong innings, allowing just one run while keeping his pitch count under control and saving the bullpen. It was a gritty, composed performance that gave the Padres every chance to win — even when the offense couldn’t capitalize.    The game tightened late. Boston scratched across a run in the 8th inning on soft contact and situational baseball, tying the game 2-2 and putting all the pressure back on San Diego — exactly what happens when you don’t put teams away early.    And then… the moment came. Fernando Tatis Jr., who had struck out four times earlier in the game, stepped up in the 9th inning and delivered a clutch double off Aroldis Chapman — flipping the energy completely. It was a star moment, the kind that defines games and seasons.    Moments later, Ramón Laureano came through with the biggest hit of the night — a perfectly placed RBI single to left that gave the Padres the lead. A throwing error allowed Laureano to advance to third, adding even more pressure and sealing the momentum swing.    From there, Mason Miller slammed the door. In dominant fashion, Miller struck out the side in the 9th inning, showcasing elite stuff and closing out the win with authority. No drama. No doubt. Just overpowering pitching when it mattered most.    The Padres made it harder than it needed to be — but they found a way to win. And sometimes, that’s what good teams do.    #Padres #MLB #FernandoTatisJr #MasonMiller #PadresWin #Baseball #MLBHighlights #RedSox #PadresPostgame #clutch   ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Post-Game Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber    ——-  The Padres and Red Sox finish up this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 10:35 a.m. PT. RHP Walker Buehler (0-1, 6.75 ERA) will take the mound for the Pads, facing LHP Ranger Suarez (0-1, 8.31 ERA) for the Red Sox.  We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber.  ——-   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts    THANK YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. 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The San Diego Padres lose AGAIN to start a series — dropping their third straight series opener to begin the 2026 season — and the story is becoming painfully clear…   👉 They are NOT hitting.   In a 5-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox, the Padres’ top five hitters went a combined 0-for-19, and the offense completely disappeared after briefly tying the game in the 5th inning.   And here’s the reality…   The Padres shouldn’t have even scored.   Their only runs came after a routine fly ball was lost in the sun by Red Sox center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela — ruled a triple for Miguel Andujar — which opened the door for an RBI single from Gavin Sheets and an RBI double from Luis Campusano.   Outside of that misplay?   👉 This was a Sonny Gray shutout performance.   Meanwhile, Boston got big-time production from Marcelo Mayer, who delivered a home run, a double, and drove in runs — while the Padres’ stars never showed up.   We also break down: • The controversial decision to pull Michael King one out away from escaping the 6th inning • Wandy Peralta giving up the back-breaking home run • The turning point of the game (4th inning escape → 5th inning tie → collapse) • Jake Cronenworth’s incredible unassisted double play (X-factor moment) • Why this offense continues to struggle with runners in scoring position • And what it means for a Padres team now sitting at 2-5 to start the season   Boston snaps a 5-game losing streak with this win…   And the Padres?   They’re still searching for answers at the plate.   👇 Let’s break it all down.     ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Post-Game Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ——- The Padres and Red Sox play game 2 of this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 1:10 p.m. PT, and RHP Randy Vasquez (1-0, 0.00 ERA) pitching for the Pads against LHP Connelly Early (0-0, 1.69 ERA) for the Red Sox.   We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ——-   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts...   Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/...   THANK YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!Thank YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday...   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot.   Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today.   Robinhood You’re no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade Every Play with Robinhood.Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firm.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. During the tournament FanDuel is offering $300 back in Bonus Bets every day for ten days. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox clash in a high-stakes early-season series as both teams look to shake off sluggish starts. Can stars like Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers ignite their lineups, or will pitching woes continue to dominate the headlines? Javier Reyes and Gabby Maljanian break down key matchups, including Michael King vs. Sonny Gray and Randy Vasquez vs. Connelly Early, while spotlighting under-the-radar difference-makers like Roman Anthony and Ramon Laureano. The hosts analyze each team’s inconsistent offense, bullpen strengths, and the effect of offseason moves—questioning if Trevor Story or Fernando Tatis Jr. can spark a turnaround. Insightful discussion covers changing lineup strategies, high-leverage struggles, and why patient fans might still see reasons for optimism. Will the Padres or Red Sox come out swinging, or does another difficult stretch loom? Tune in for expert analysis and a look ahead at what could define both clubs’ early momentum. 00:00 Intro 01:59 Team Vibes & Offensive Slumps 11:26 Pitching Matchups 29:41 Under-the-Radar Players & Lineup Strategies Join Everydayer Club: https://lockedonpadres.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioos Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PlayStation This episode of is brought to you by MLB The Show 26. Visit https://mlbthe.show/lockedon and use code “LOCKEDON” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Pre-Order now, Available March 17th on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. RATED E FOR EVERYONE. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Padres shake off a slow start with Nick Pivetta’s dominant outing to salvage their series against the San Francisco Giants. Is the offensive turnaround for real, or do early-season struggles still haunt the lineup’s core? Host Javier Reyes and guest Jake Garegnani of CBS8 Sports spotlight Pivetta’s bounce-back performance, Ramon Laureano’s early spark, and the lineup’s aggressive shift under new manager Craig Stammen. Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts’ clutch factor comes into question as the Padres wrestle with runners in scoring position woes. Key discussions include the durability of San Diego’s pitching rotation, whether Joe Musgrove’s return is crucial, and the impact of bold lineup changes. With NL West competition intensifying and key hitters searching for form, can the Padres’ revamped strategy spark a surge in the standings? Garyani offers insider perspective from the clubhouse on emerging storylines to watch this season. 00:00 — Padres vs. Giants Game Recap 08:35 — Managerial Changes & Team Vibes 19:54 — Padres Questions & Concerns Join Everydayer Club: https://lockedonpadres.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioos Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PlayStation This episode of is brought to you by MLB The Show 26. Visit https://mlbthe.show/lockedon and use code “LOCKEDON” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Pre-Order now, Available March 17th on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. RATED E FOR EVERYONE. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The San Diego Padres finally responded — and this one looked completely different.   After struggling offensively through the first two games of the series, the Padres broke out for 7 runs on 10 hits to take down the San Francisco Giants 7–1 at Petco Park and avoid the sweep.   Nick Pivetta set the tone early with a dominant outing, striking out 8 over 5 shutout innings while allowing just ONE hit. From there, the Padres bullpen slammed the door, finishing with 14 total strikeouts and holding the Giants to just 4 hits and 1 run.   Offensively, this was the version of the Padres we’ve been waiting for — pressure early, execution in the middle innings, and a knockout punch late.   Ramón Laureano delivered the biggest swing of the night with a two-run home run in the 8th inning, part of a 4-run frame that blew the game open. Gavin Sheets added two hits and two runs, while Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. helped create scoring opportunities all night long.   The Padres forced mistakes, drew walks, and capitalized — exactly what was missing in the first two games of this series.   Now the question becomes: is this a turning point?   👇 In this episode:   We break down the full game recap, key turning points, standout performances, and what this win means going forward.   • Padres vs Giants full game recap • Nick Pivetta dominant outing (8 Ks, 1 hit) • Ramón Laureano 2-run HR breakdown 💣 • 8th inning explosion analysis • How Padres created runs early (pressure baseball) • Giants collapse: errors + bullpen meltdown • Padres offense finally clicking? • What this means going forward     ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Post-Game Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ——- The Padres hit the road for the 1st time this season, as they head to Boston to face the Red Sox in a 3-game series starting Friday.   1st pitch set for 11:10 a.m. PT, with (RHP) Michael King pitching for the Pads against (RHP) Sonny Gray for the Red Sox.   We will be here right after the game with your final regular-season PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ——-   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-padres/   Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/   THANK YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!Thank YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot.   Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today.   Robinhood You’re no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade Every Play with Robinhood.Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firm.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. During the tournament FanDuel is offering $300 back in Bonus Bets every day for ten days. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Padres faltering as offensive woes and defensive lapses fuel another painful defeat against the San Francisco Giants. Is Craig Stammon’s seat already getting hot, and can stars like Xander Bogaerts and Manny Machado turn things around before it’s too late? Host Javier Reyes examines the Padres’ ongoing struggles, from Herman Marquez’s rough outing to questionable lineup decisions that left hot hand Ramón Laureano on the bench. Key discussions include Jackson Merrill’s bright spot at the plate, Nick Castellanos’ defensive missteps, and whether over-reliance on analytics is undermining consistency. With the Padres batting just .182 and showing little energy at home, Reyes questions if a major shakeup is looming. Don’t miss this hard-hitting breakdown of the Padres’ early-season challenges and what must change to save their playoff hopes. 00:00 — Padres-Giants Recap & Struggles 09:33 — Offense and Manager Doomerism 22:00 — (Some) Positives & Looking Forward Join Everydayer Club: https://lockedonpadres.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Javiipeno Follow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.social Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioos Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PlayStation This episode of is brought to you by MLB The Show 26. Visit https://mlbthe.show/lockedon and use code “LOCKEDON” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Pre-Order now, Available March 17th on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. RATED E FOR EVERYONE. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.  Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Padres get run out of Petco Park as the Giants pile up 16 hits in a 9-3 win, and the biggest story isn’t just the loss — it’s the growing concern surrounding San Diego’s offense.   After falling behind early, the Padres showed a brief spark in the 3rd inning to cut it to 4-3. But outside of that one inning, the offense disappeared once again. No sustained rallies. No pressure. No ability to build innings.   Meanwhile, the Giants did exactly what winning teams do — they stacked at-bats, strung together hits, and kept constant pressure on the Padres’ pitching staff. Two big innings ultimately decided the game, but the deeper issue lies with San Diego’s inability to respond.   This is no longer a one-game problem.   Through the opening stretch of the season, the Padres lineup — led by Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts — has yet to produce consistent power or impact. The result is an offense that isn’t just cold… it’s becoming predictable.   In this episode, we break down: Giants explode for 16 hits and dominate offensively Padres score in just one inning and go quiet again Turning point: Giants’ 6th inning breakout Why the Padres can’t build innings or apply pressure Lack of power from Machado, Tatis Jr., and the core German Márquez’s start and pitching struggles Giants’ approach vs Padres’ approach at the plate Is this already becoming a season-long offensive problem? “This isn’t a slump… this is a trend”   ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Post-Game Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ——- The Padres and Giants wrap up this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 1:10 p.m. PT.   RHP Nick Pivetta (0-1) will take the mound the Padres. RHP Adrian Houser will pitch for the Giants.   We will be here right after the game with your final regular-season PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ——-   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-padres/   Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More  🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/   THANK YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!Thank YOU for making The Locked On Podcast Network THE #1 Sports podcast network!   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Turbo Tax Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. You can meet face-to-face with a real tax expert, and your documents get uploaded straight to your TurboTax app on the spot.   Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to find a store near you and book your appointment today.   Robinhood You’re no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade Every Play with Robinhood.Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firm.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. During the tournament FanDuel is offering $300 back in Bonus Bets every day for ten days. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.