At Baltimore Orioles
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ bullpen situation (again), Manny Machado’s return to Baltimore and Fernandomania.
Jun 25, 2019•25 min•Ep. 69
Hot Lava Podcast
The Union-Tribune’s Padres writer Kevin Acee and sports editor Ryan Finley discuss all things Padres — the significance of the upcoming series, who’s hot and who’s not plus the comings and goings of all the hot lava talent in the minors.
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Episodes
At Pittsburgh Pirates
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.
Jun 21, 2019•21 min•Ep. 68
Vs. Milwaukee Brewers
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.
Jun 18, 2019•22 min•Ep. 67
At Colorado Rockies
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.
Jun 13, 2019•21 min•Ep. 66
At San Francisco Giants
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.
Jun 11, 2019•20 min•Ep. 65
Vs. Washington Nationals
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres bullpen woes, the return of Fernando Tatis Jr. and the upcoming series against the Nationals.
Jun 06, 2019•18 min•Ep. 64
Vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ ugly weekend and the upcoming series against the Phillies.
Jun 03, 2019•19 min•Ep. 63
Padres Vs. Marlins
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.
May 31, 2019•26 min•Ep. 62
At New York Yankees
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.
May 28, 2019•13 min•Ep. 61
At Toronto Blue Jays
Kevin Acee and Jay Posnre (Canadian spelling) discuss what went right in the sweep of Arizona and what to expect in Toronto.
May 24, 2019•16 min•Ep. 60
Vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ slump, Ian Kinsler’s outburst and whether the club should look to add veteran pitching.
May 21, 2019•31 min•Ep. 59
Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the good and the bad (plus the promising and the troubling) over the season’s first quarter. Also, some talk about the upcoming four-game series against the Pirates.
May 17, 2019•39 min•Ep. 58
At Los Angeles Dodgers
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres-Dodgers series, including Chris Paddack facing Clayton Kershaw, and the Padres’ shortcomings thus far on offense and in the bullpen.
May 14, 2019•24 min•Ep. 57
At Colorado Rockies
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ pitching situation, Hunter Renfroe’s spot in the lineup and the upcoming series against the Rockies.
May 10, 2019•22 min•Ep. 56
At Atlanta Braves
At Atlanta Braves by San Diego Union-Tribune
Apr 29, 2019•20 min•Ep. 55
At Washington Nationals
At Washington Nationals by San Diego Union-Tribune
Apr 26, 2019•18 min•Ep. 54
VS. Seattle Mariners
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green and the upcoming series against the Mariners. But mostly Andy Green.
Apr 23, 2019•34 min•Ep. 53
Vs. Cincinnati Reds
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ three-game losing streak, the importance of this weekend’s series against Cincinnati and what to do about the offense.
Apr 18, 2019•17 min•Ep. 52
Vs. Colorado Rockies
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ winning road trip and the challenges ahead ... and go on a tiny umpire rant.
Apr 16, 2019•25 min•Ep. 51
At Arizona Diamondbacks
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming big series against the Diamondbacks. Yes, a big April series for the Padres.
Apr 11, 2019•16 min•Ep. 50
At San Francisco Giants
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the kind of Padres victory that has stopped being improbable, why it matters, the starting rotation and more.
Apr 09, 2019•24 min•Ep. 49
At St. Louis Cardinals
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the positives and negatives of the Padres’ first week, as well as what to look for in the weekend series against the Cardinals.
Apr 04, 2019•24 min•Ep. 48
Opening Weekend
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discus Padres opening weekend, the pursuit of starting pitching and the upcoming Diamondbacks series.
Apr 01, 2019•19 min•Ep. 47
Opening Day: 2019
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the potential and pitfalls of the Padres having such an inexperienced starting rotation, plus the excitement of opening day.
Mar 29, 2019•21 min•Ep. 46
Final week of Spring Training
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss whether the Padres can win with the young starting rotation and get a little befuddled by the number of relievers.
Mar 21, 2019•21 min•Ep. 45
Spring Training: Week 4
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner dissect the possibilities for the Padres starting rotation, at catcher and in the outfield.
Mar 15, 2019•22 min•Ep. 44
Spring Training: Week 3
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the Padres outfield situation, rotation battle and more.
Mar 06, 2019•25 min•Ep. 43
Spring Training: week 2
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about Manny Machado and Chris Paddack, whose unique wisdom is heard on this episode.
Feb 27, 2019•26 min•Ep. 42
Padres get their Manny
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ successful pursuit of Manny Machado and what it means for the club in 2019 and beyond.
Feb 20, 2019•16 min•Ep. 41
2019 Padres Spring Training preview
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the possible ramifications of the Padres' pursuit of Bryce Harper and Manny Machado along with stories to watch as pitchers and catchers report to spring training.
Feb 12, 2019•26 min•Ep. 40
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