at New York Mets
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the upcoming Mets series, the last time the Padres played the Mets, Nelson Cruz, Seth Lugo and the state of right field.
Apr 10, 2023•25 min•Ep. 193
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 Atlanta Braves
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the Padres’ upcoming series against the Braves, Fernando Tatis Jr. hitting a homer in Triple-A and taking a shot from the pitcher who gave up the bomb, Xander Bogaerts and more.
Apr 06, 2023•25 min•Ep. 192
vs Arizona Diamondbacks
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the good and bad from the Padres’ opening series, the merit of quick games, Jake Cronenworth’s contract and preview the upcoming series against the Diamondbacks.
Apr 03, 2023•30 min•Ep. 191
Opening day preview
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley talk roster decisions, Juan Soto’s health, pitching depth and even discuss the Rockies as the Padres prepare to open the season on Thursday.q
Mar 29, 2023•31 min•Ep. 190
Dog days of spring
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley talk about the dog days of spring, the battle for final roster spots, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s progress and Padres players in the WBC.
Mar 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 189
Updates from Peoria
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss a wild day in Padres camp and how it is illustrative of the new look and feel of the organization.
Mar 03, 2023•29 min•Ep. 188
Spring training updates
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss Cole Hamels’ arrival in Padres camp, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s timeline, the differences and similarities between Manny Machado and Joe Musgrove and more.
Feb 24, 2023•28 min•Ep. 187
Spring training preview
Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley talk about the major storylines as the Padres prepare for spring training.
Feb 08, 2023•26 min•Ep. 186
off-season report
Kevin Acee and new Union-Tribune sports editor Ryan Finley discuss Ryan's Padres credentials, the team's offseason moves, the status of Fernando Tatis Jr. and the big concern about 2023.
Jan 20, 2023•30 min•Ep. 185
Looking back at ’22 and ahead to ‘23
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner review the Padres’ season and say goodbye to each other forever.
Oct 26, 2022•37 min•Ep. 184
NLCS wrap up
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner look back at the good, bad and ugly for the Padres in the NLCS.
Oct 24, 2022•29 min•Ep. 183
National League Championship Series (Games 3-5)
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner preview the weekend games in Philadelphia and look back at Games 1 and 2 of the NLCS between the Padres and Phillies.
Oct 21, 2022•25 min•Ep. 182
National League Championship Series preview
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner preview the NLCS against the Phillies and recap the wild scene in the NLDS against the Dodgers.
Oct 18, 2022•35 min•Ep. 181
NL Division Series against the Dodgers
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ upcoming games in the NL Division Series against the Dodgers.
Oct 14, 2022•29 min•Ep. 180
National League 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.
Oct 11, 2022•34 min•Ep. 179
Wild Card series at New York Mets
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ playoff series against the Mets.
Oct 07, 2022•28 min•Ep. 178
vs San Francisco Giants
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.
Oct 03, 2022•34 min•Ep. 177
vs Los Angeles Dodgers
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres' playoff position, upcoming Dodgers series and the value of Manny Machado.
Sep 27, 2022•26 min•Ep. 176
at Colorado Rockies
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.
Sep 23, 2022•30 min•Ep. 175
vs St. Louis Cardinals
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.
Sep 20, 2022•26 min•Ep. 174
at Arizona Diamondbacks
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.
Sep 16, 2022•27 min•Ep. 173
at Seattle Mariners
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.
Sep 13, 2022•26 min•Ep. 172
vs Los Angeles Dodgers
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.
Sep 08, 2022•28 min•Ep. 171
at Los Angeles 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.
Sep 02, 2022•22 min•Ep. 170
at San Francisco Giants
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.
Aug 29, 2022•29 min•Ep. 169
at Kansas City Royals
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the reasons for the Padres' disappointing results and reaction to Fernando Tatis Jr.'s apologies.
Aug 26, 2022•26 min•Ep. 168
vs Cleveland Guardians
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ recent struggles and what can be done about the team’s inconsistent offense.
Aug 23, 2022•31 min•Ep. 167
at Miami Marlins
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the ramifications of Fernando Tatis Jr.’s suspension and the importance of the series against the Marlins.
Aug 15, 2022•30 min•Ep. 166
at Washington Nationals
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the (finally) improved Padres offense and the importance of this road trip against the Nationals and Marlins.
Aug 12, 2022•27 min•Ep. 165
vs San Francisco Giants
Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the rough series against the Dodgers and what it means for the Padres.
Aug 08, 2022•31 min•Ep. 164
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