Padres Notes: Dylan Cease's Big Day, Josh Hader's Boos, Donovan Solano's Nickname

J.P. Hoornstra | Sep 20, 2024

Jul 30, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres pinch hitter Donovan Solano (39) receives a Gatorade bath after driving in the winning run during the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park. / David Frerker-Imagn Images

The San Diego Padres didn't play Thursday, and Friday's schedule offers only a mild step up from utter somnambulance: the Chicago White Sox are visiting Petco Park.

While the White Sox chase baseball ignominy and the Padres chase a playoff spot, catch up on all the headlines you might have missed:

Dylan Cease's Remarkable Performance Underlines Padres' Win

Dylan Cease, the Padres' pitching maestro, nearly authored a complete-game shutout against the Houston Astros, crafting a dominant win with just two hits allowed over 8.1 innings. This impressive outing not only underscores Cease’s formidable presence on the mound but also continued a hot streak of starting pitching.

Jurickson Profar's Mixed Feelings on Crucial Call

In a game riddled with nail-biting tension, Padres' Jurickson Profar was awarded a base on a controversial hit by pitch during the 10th inning against the Astros. The decision, which fueled substantial debate, left Profar visibly upset, raising questions about the ability of MLB's replay room to know where a baseball exists in space at any given point in time.

Josh Hader Faces Hostility Upon Return to San Diego

Former Padres closer Josh Hader was greeted with a chorus of boos as he attempted a four-out save against his old team at Petco Park. His controversial decision not to pitch in similar high-leverage situations previously with the Padres added a bitter taste to the already charged atmosphere.

Get Educated on Donovan Solano's Unique Nickname

The Padres' clubhouse has a new vibrant personality, Donovan Solano, who has been notable not just for his performance but also for his unique nickname which sparks curiosity among fans and teammates alike.