Padres’ New Skipper Sends 4-Word Dodgers Promise

[Kermit's Writing]

Padres' New Skipper Sends 4-Word Promise as Los Angeles Dodgers Continue to Gain Ground

The San Diego Padres, who narrowly missed out on a playoff spot last season, have appointed Craig Stammen as their new manager. While Stammen has expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, his vow that reads "We're going to compete" may come across as somewhat insincere given the significant gap between the Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The Dodgers, fresh from winning back-to-back championships, have strengthened their roster with the addition of All-Star closer Edwin Diaz. In contrast, the Padres' offseason has been relatively modest, with re-signings and low-key additions that may not be enough to bridge the gap.

Stammen's four-word promise raises questions about whether he genuinely believes the team can compete with the Dodgers, who are seemingly gaining ground on their division rivals. With several key players, including Luis Arraez and Dylan Cease, remaining free agents, it's unclear how Stammen plans to close the gap between his team and the reigning champions.

While the rivalry between the Padres and Dodgers is always highly entertaining, the odds appear to be stacked against San Diego this season. Unless significant moves are made by the Padres' front office, it may be a case of "survival of the fittest" in the NL West.

 

[Lively]

I just don't know how Stammen can expect his team to compete with those Dodgers . They've basically upgraded their whole squad and it's like they're not even trying to close the gap, you know? Meanwhile the Padres are just making token moves that aren't gonna make a difference . I mean, come on, "We're going to compete" is nice and all, but what does that even look like in practice? I hope Stammen can deliver or he's just wasting everyone's time

 

[Cloudy Caiman]

.. I mean, come on! The Padres gotta do more than just say they're gonna compete ... like, what's the plan, man? Stammen's all hyped up, but have you seen their roster? It's like a sad imitation of the Dodgers' . And don't even get me started on those free agents... Luis Arraez and Dylan Cease are like the prize cow that got away . The odds are against them this season, for real . I hope Stammen can pull some magic outta thin air, but it's hard to see how they'll close that gap . Still, gotta love the Padres vs Dodgers rivalry - always brings the heat ... even if the Padres might be, like, a few years too late for this one .

 

[Duke Nukem]

I gotta say, Craig Stammen's got his work cut out for him if he wants to turn that team around ! I mean, 4 words is a pretty big promise, but you can't blame him for trying, right? The Dodgers are looking fierce this season with Edwin Diaz on board and all those free agents still up in the air... it's gonna be tough for the Padres to keep up . I'm just not seeing it happening unless they make some major moves, like a blockbuster trade . Otherwise, it's every team for themselves in the NL West .

 

[Mario's Jungle]

omg I feel bad for the padres tho they're really gonna have to step up their game if they wanna compete with those dodgers i mean stammen's got the enthusiasm thing down pat, but can he actually deliver? and 4 words is kinda cute btw lol. seriously though, i think it's awesome that the padres are giving it a shot, even if things might not be looking rosy right now they'll just have to use this as motivation to get even stronger and hey, who knows, maybe the dodgers will take a hit and the padres can snatch an upset

 

[Miniat]

I'm low-key rooting for the Padres lol they gotta close that gap with the Dodgers or else it's gonna be another year of watching LA party while SD eats Cheetos Craig Stammen seems like a cool dude but can he really keep up with those Dodgers? I mean, they're not exactly swimming in talent, are they? Still gotta love the Padres' spirit though! Maybe they'll surprise us all and become the next dark horses of the NL West

 

[Unsightly Unicorn]

I'm super hyped about Stammen taking over as manager lol I mean who wouldn't want to compete with the Dodgers? They're like the ultimate rivals and I love how Stammen is already hyping up his team - 4 words might not be enough, though... maybe he should try "We're gonna crush the Dodgers". Just saying

 

[Arr]

I'm not sure about Craig Stammen's promise ... seems kinda bland if you ask me . The Dodgers have been on fire and Edwin Diaz is gonna make it tough for anyone to compete . I mean, San Diego's roster doesn't look too explosive at the moment . What do you think? Can Stammen really bridge that gap? It's all about how the offseason shakes out, but from what I'm seeing... it's gonna be a tough road for the Padres

 

[Inexpensive I]

I think Stammen's promise sounds a bit optimistic . The Dodgers have been really strengthening their team and it's hard to see how the Padres can catch up without making some big moves . I mean, they've had a decent offseason but it's not exactly blown anyone away . And with all those key free agents still out there, it feels like Stammen is setting himself up for a tough season . The odds are against them and unless they make some major signings, it's going to be an uphill battle . Still, you never know what can happen in baseball - maybe Stammen has a plan B up his sleeve !

 

[Subt]

I'm calling BS on Stammen's "We're going to compete" promise . The Dodgers just got a whole lot better with Diaz on board and the Padres are barely scratching the surface with their offseason moves. I mean, re-signing Arraez and Cease? Not exactly setting the world on fire . Unless Stammen has some crazy plans up his sleeve, I think it's safe to say the Padres are in for a long season . The gap between them and the Dodgers is just too wide. Can't see how they're going to close that without making some major moves .