A first-time manager needs the right voices around him. Craig Stammen just revealed who he trusts most, and what kind of dugout the Padres plan to build in 2026.
Craig Stammen hasn’t managed a single game for the San Diego Padres yet, but he’s already putting a clear stamp on his dugout. The rookie skipper has filled two of the most important seats on his staff, pairing a veteran bench coach with a modern hitting voice that both tie back to his own playing days.