SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – The Padres have hired former pitcher Craig Stammen as their next manager, the organization announced Thursday.
In a press release, the team confirmed Stammen’s hiring and stated a three-year contract was agreed upon.
AJ Preller, the Padres’ President of Baseball Operations/General Manager, said, “Craig has been a strong presence in our organization for nearly a decade. He possesses deep organizational knowledge and brings natural leadership qualities to the Manager’s chair. As both a player and in his post-playing career, Craig has displayed an ability to elevate those around him. His strength of character, competitive nature and talent for bringing people together make him the ideal choice to lead the Padres.”
Stammen, 41, played 13 MLB seasons for the Washington Nationals (2009-2015) and the Padres (2017-2022).
After retiring in 2023, Stammen joined the Padres’ front office and served in multiple roles during the 2024 and 2025 seasons.