Manny Machado’s Grind vs. Manager’s Lesson | San Diego Padres News

Manny Machado’s relentless work ethic is paying off—sort of—this season, as he’s played nearly every game despite nagging injuries and a noticeable dip in stats later in the year. Manager Craig Stammen admits he should’ve pushed for more rest earlier, especially as Manny ages and his body screams for breaks. But Manny’s all-in mentality—he’d rather grind through discomfort than miss a single at-bat—makes it tough to dial back. With a packed schedule and no real rhythm, Stammen’s learning fast: durability matters, but so does staying healthy. Next up? More DH roles, smarter scheduling, and a plan to keep Machado sharp—not just showing up—for the whole season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d94058aec092db0