Bud Black Joins Padres Front Office to Advise New Manager Craig Stammen

Former Padres manager Bud Black has joined the San Diego Padres' front office as an advisor to Craig Stammen, who is transitioning from an executive role to field manager. Stammen, lacking professional managerial experience, will benefit from Black's extensive background, which includes 18 seasons as a major league manager (2007-15 with Padres, 2017-25 with Rockies), two postseason berths with the Rockies, and 649 wins with the Padres. Black's mentorship is expected to be invaluable in helping Stammen navigate the complexities of his new managerial role.