Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the trade deadline and the Rangers series.

vs Texas Rangers

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the state of the Padres, Ha-Seong Kim and why it might not make sense to sell at the trade deadline.

vs Pittsburgh Pirates

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the Padres’ miserable weekend against the Phillies, the upcoming series against the Blue Jays and what is likely/advisable at the trade deadline.

at Toronto Blue Jays

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss what happened in the first half and what has to happen in the second half for the Padres to make the postseason.

at Philadelphia Phillies

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the Padres’ sweep of the Angels and the upcoming series against the Mets.

vs New York Mets

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the state of the Padres, what might happen at the trade deadline and Ha-Seong Kim.

at Cincinnati Reds

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley talk about the Padres' offense, the situation leading up to the All-Star break and trade deadline and underrated MLB cities.

at Pittsburgh Pirates

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the must-sweep nature of the upcoming series against the Nationals and look back at the obstruction call and the strange four games in San Francisco.

vs Washington Nationals

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss Fernando Tatís Jr., Ha-Seong Kim and the upcoming series against the Rays.

vs Tampa Bay Rays

Kevin Acee and Ryan Finley discuss the Rockies series, the upcoming games against the Guardians, what to do at DH and the Padres’ need to get hot.

vs Cleveland Guardians

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.

One of best podcasts on the San Diego Padres Baseball Club. Just want to say great work and please keep them coming.

Hot Lava! What's Not To Love...

Been away from SD for 25 years now, and these lads bring me up to date on my team. Love it. Takes me back home.

SD Ex-Pat Speaks Up For The Trib!

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Kevin Acee and Jay Posner dissect the possibilities for the Padres starting rotation, at catcher and in the outfield.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner dissect the possibilities for the Padres starting rotation, at catcher and in the outfield.

Spring Training: Week 4

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the possible ramifications of the Padres' pursuit of Bryce Harper and Manny Machado along with stories to watch as pitchers and catchers report to spring training.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the possible ramifications of the Padres' pursuit of Bryce Harper and Manny Machado along with stories to watch as pitchers and catchers report to spring training.

2019 Padres Spring Training preview

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the Padres outfield situation, rotation battle and more.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the Padres outfield situation, rotation battle and more.

Spring Training: Week 3

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green and the upcoming series against the Mariners. But mostly Andy Green.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green and the upcoming series against the Mariners. But mostly Andy Green.

VS. Seattle Mariners

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the good and the bad (plus the promising and the troubling) over the season’s first quarter. Also, some talk about the upcoming four-game series against the Pirates.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the good and the bad (plus the promising and the troubling) over the season’s first quarter. Also, some talk about the upcoming four-game series against the Pirates.

Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming series against the Cardinals, how the Padres bullpen is used and Eric Hosmer’s approach at the plate.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the upcoming series against the Cardinals, how the Padres bullpen is used and Eric Hosmer’s approach at the plate.

Padres v. Cardinals

At Washington Nationals by San Diego Union-Tribune

At Washington Nationals by San Diego Union-Tribune

At Washington Nationals

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ ugly weekend and the upcoming series against the Phillies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ ugly weekend and the upcoming series against the Phillies.

Vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres trade of Franmil Reyes and Logan Allen to Cleveland and the acquisitions outfield prospect Taylor Trammell and reliever Carl Edwards Jr.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres trade of Franmil Reyes and Logan Allen to Cleveland and the acquisitions outfield prospect Taylor Trammell and reliever Carl Edwards Jr.

Trade Deadline

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ slump, Ian Kinsler’s outburst and whether the club should look to add veteran pitching.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ slump, Ian Kinsler’s outburst and whether the club should look to add veteran pitching.

Vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

Kevin Acee and Jay Posnre (Canadian spelling) discuss what went right in the sweep of Arizona and what to expect in Toronto.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posnre (Canadian spelling) discuss what went right in the sweep of Arizona and what to expect in Toronto.

At Toronto Blue Jays

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ winning road trip and the challenges ahead ... and go on a tiny umpire rant.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ winning road trip and the challenges ahead ... and go on a tiny umpire rant.

Vs. Colorado Rockies

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the challenge the Padres face the next two days against the Yankees, as well as a potential trouble spot on the roster.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner talk about the challenge the Padres face the next two days against the Yankees, as well as a potential trouble spot on the roster.

At New York Yankees

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Rookie of the Year race, Dinelson Lamet’s latest start and what to look forward to in the upcoming series against the Rockies.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Rookie of the Year race, Dinelson Lamet’s latest start and what to look forward to in the upcoming series against the Rockies.

Union-Tribune Sports Editor Jay Posner and Padres beat writer Kevin Acee talk about the Padres’ recent hot streak, what it might mean for the future, and Kevin interviews pitcher Matt Strahm.

Union-Tribune Sports Editor Jay Posner and Padres beat writer Kevin Acee talk about the Padres’ recent hot streak, what it might mean for the future, and Kevin interviews pitcher Matt Strahm.

Padres v. Braves

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green’s handling of the bullpen, Chris Paddack vs. the Yankees and the significance of the upcoming homestand.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss Andy Green’s handling of the bullpen, Chris Paddack vs. the Yankees and the significance of the upcoming homestand.

Padres Vs. Marlins

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ deteriorating season, the trade deadline and (a little bit) the upcoming series against the Orioles.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the Padres’ deteriorating season, the trade deadline and (a little bit) the upcoming series against the Orioles.

Vs. Baltimore Orioles

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the future of the Padres bullpen (does it include Ian Kinsler?) and where Eric Lauer and Joey Lucchesi fit in the rotation.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss the future of the Padres bullpen (does it include Ian Kinsler?) and where Eric Lauer and Joey Lucchesi fit in the rotation.

Vs. Tampa Bay Rays

At Atlanta Braves by San Diego Union-Tribune

At Atlanta Braves by San Diego Union-Tribune

At Atlanta Braves

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss bullpen decisions and lost clubhouses, plus the upcoming Dodgers series.

Kevin Acee and Jay Posner discuss bullpen decisions and lost clubhouses, plus the upcoming Dodgers series.

Vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

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