Padres Struggle to Cash In on Hits | San Diego Padres News

The Padres are stuck in a frustrating .500 slog, losing again last night 5-3 despite hitting and walking their way into scoring chances—yet still failing to cash in. Manager Craig Stammen admits the inconsistency, compounded by injuries, and hopes the second half even out. Xander Bogaerts, though he hit a two-run homer, made the final out with the winning run on base; Stammen’s trying to rebuild his confidence by tweaking his lineup, hoping for the strong finishes he’s known for. The offense’s biggest issue? They’re leaving runs on deck, especially with runners in scoring position—a slump dating back to early June that’s dragging their run production and RBI ratio down. Jake Cronenworth got a well-timed day off to manage his workload after returning from the IL, as Stammen prioritizes long-term health while still chasing wins. Meanwhile, Manny Machado’s showing signs of life lately, with multiple hits in his last two games and a rising average over his last 18 at-bats, offering a glimmer of hope in an otherwise shaky 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/a95d92f5bf3da5f6