Mickey Koke
Baseball, proof God exists. Writing about Baseball is my cathedral. I am a Padres fanatic. I will be providing the latest Padre MLB and MiLB news. While I will focus primarily on the Padres news specifically, I will also cover major MLB and MiLB news, trade rumors and statistics. My goal is to inspire thoughtful discussions, by providing a place where fans can get as much insight and information as possible.
Chase Headley to receive long-term extension
If the rumors are true, things could be looking up for Chase Headley. (Getty Images) Will the San Diego Padres finally extend their most coveted player in third baseman Chase Headley? According to sources familiar More...
Do Padres have a Nick Hundley-Yasmani Grandal quandary?
Will Nick Hundley be shaking his head if Yasmani Grandal takes over catching duties? (Denis Poroy/Getty Images) After the San Diego Padres received word that Yasmani Grandal was popped for PED use and would serve More...
My mock 2013 MLB draft: San Diego Padres pick — D.J. Peterson
2013 MLB draft prospect D.J. Peterson. The 2013 MLB draft is June 6, and if I am a San Diego Padres decision-maker, I’m taking D.J. Peterson, who was previously selected by Seattle Mariners in the 33rd round More...
San Diego Padres to call up top prospect Robbie Erlin?
Robbie Erlin may be getting the call to join the San Diego Padres. (Shawn E. Davis/MiLB.com) According to Friarhood.com, sources have shared that top left-handed pitching prospect Robbie Erlin will be promoted from More...
Is San Diego Padres new ownership sending mixed signals to fans?
The new regime in San Diego: Kevin O’Malley, Brian O’Malley, Tom Seidler, Peter Seidler, Ron Fowler, Tom Garfinkel and Josh Byrnes. After being swept by the Colorado Rockies last weekend, the San Diego More...
Carlos Quentin vs. Zack Greinke has been percolating for years
Both Carlos Quentin and Zack Greinke are to blame for Thursday’s unfortunate incident. (USA TODAY Sports) Last night, in the bottom of the sixth inning, a 3-2 pitch from Zack Greinke hit San Diego Padres outfielder More...
Projecting the San Diego Padres’ opening day pitching rotation
Edinson Volquez projects as the number-one starter for the San Diego Padres. (Denis Poroy/Getty Images) Let’s jump right in. Here is my projected rotation for the San Diego Padres come opening day:Edinson More...
The case for San Diego breaking camp with Kyle Blanks
Kyle Blanks connects against during spring training game against the Mariners. (Rich Pilling/Getty Images) It’s easy to forget about big Kyle Blanks after a handful of injuries kept him from the spotlight More...
Padres’ Yasmani Grandal receives 50-game suspension
Yasmani Grandal won’t be eligible to return to the San Diego Padres until May 28. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images) San Diego Padres catcher Yasmani Grandal was suspended for 50 games for violating MLB’s More...
Why the Padres should consider trading for Ubaldo Jimenez
Ubaldo Jimenez would be a nice fit at PETCO Park. (Stephen Dunn/Getty Images) Ubaldo Jimenez has been more than disappointing for the Cleveland Indians since they acquired him from the Colorado Rockies. He posted More...
Alonso’s impressive rookie season solidifies Padres at first base
Yonder Alonso proved his worth with a strong showing in 2012. (Denis Poroy/Getty Images) Going into the 2013 season, first base is the most obvious position etched in stone for the Padres. During last offseason, More...
Padres’ Chase Headley wins the NL Gold Glove Award
Chase Headley’s stellar defensive season earned him a Gold Glove Award. (Denis Poroy/Getty Images) Chase Headley was always a highly touted prospect coming up in the Padres organization but was always More...
