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AUGUST 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Machado's grand slam sends Padres over Dodgers, 6-2

Manny Machado slugged a grand slam after two consecutive errors by the Dodgers in the third inning, Garrett Richards won for the first time in two years, and the San Diego Padres d...

AUGUST 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goes deep in win over Dodgers Hedges went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Monday's win over the Dodgers.

Impact Hedges has been sharing the playing time at catcher with Francisco Mejia, and Hedges hasn't done enough offensively to become the team's primary backstop -- he has only hit .125 in 26 at-bats.

AUGUST 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Padres: As expected, Austin Hedges plays hero in game one win The Padres took game one against the Dodgers on Monday night, backed by a strong bullpen performance and Austin Hedges going yard. When the...

AUGUST 11, 2020 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Padres take opener from light-hitting Dodgers, 2-1

AUGUST 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Padres edge light-hitting Dodgers 2-1 on Hosmer's RBI single

Eric Hosmer singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the sixth inning, and the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 in the series opener

AUGUST 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cronenworth, Paddack help Padres beat Dodgers 5-4

San Diego rookie Jake Cronenworth singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning for the Padres, who hit three solo home runs off Walker Buehler and beat the Los Angeles Dodgers...

AUGUST 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

San Diego Padres: Austin Hedges Has to Be Utilized Differently It's becoming clear that Austin Hedges is only going to add defensive value for the San Diego Padres and that's how he should be used. I un...

JULY 30, 2020 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Sits Monday Hedges is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Hedges had started both of the previous two days, so he'll just be getting a breather in the series finale while Francisco Mejia gets a turn behind the dish. The 27-year-old is still looking for his first hit of the season after going 0-for-8 with four strikeouts in the Padres' three games to date.

JULY 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Machado, Myers homer to back Lamet as Padres beat Dbacks 5-1

Manny Machado and Wil Myers homered to back Dinelson Lamet, who pitched brilliantly into the sixth inning of the San Diego Padres’ 5-1 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks

JULY 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sitting out Saturday Mejia isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Mejia got the nod at catcher for the Padres' Opening Day contest, but he'll sit out after going 0-for-2 on Friday. Austin Hedges will start behind the plate Saturday, batting eighth. The two are expected to split time in some way this season, although their exact usage remains to be seen.

JULY 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Taking extra catching reps France, the Padres' emergency catcher, has been getting extra work behind the plate, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.

Impact France's regular-season catching duties will likely remain limited to emergency situations, though manager Jayce Tingler suggested that regular catchers Francisco Mejia and Austin Hedges are candidates to be subbed for late in games. The positional utility no doubt helps France in his bid to earn a roster spot, especially if the team elects to carry only two catchers.

JULY 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Challenged to improve offense Hedges was told by Padres manager Jayce Tingler that his opportunity to stick with the team is dependent on his ability to get on base, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune...

Impact Hedges' defensive acumen is unquestioned, but the 27-year-old slashed a paltry .176/.252/.311 last season and saw his power output drop for the second straight campaign. That's unacceptable for any big-league starter, even one with Hedges' elite pitch-framing skills. While Francisco Mejia -- Hedges' main competition for time behind the plate -- has struggled at times defensively, he wields a more potent stick and may have passed Hedges on the depth chart. In addition, Luis Torrens -- who represents a mix of Hedges' strong defense and Mejia's offensive potential -- is said to be in the mix for a roster spot, which could affect Hedges' playing time, especially if he gets off to a slow start.

JULY 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Padres: Tingler’s message to Austin Hedges: ‘must get on-base’ Potentially entering his last year in a Padres uniform, catcher Austin Hedges received a special message from manager Jayce Tingler. Five ye...

JULY 14, 2020 • FRIARSONBASE.COM

Padres Player Rep Austin Hedges Says Owners and MLBPA Have Made 'Serious Progress' on 2020 Season in Past 48 Hours San Diego Padres player representative Austin Hedges claims that MLB players and owners have made progress in negotiations over the last 48...

MAY 19, 2020 • 12UP.COM

Hedges homers, has 4 hits to lead Padres past Phillies

Hedges homers, has four hits to lead Padres past Phillies

AUGUST 22, 2019

On birthday, Hedges leads Padres to 3-2 win over Phillies

Austin Hedges had four hits, including a tiebreaking homer in the seventh, and Joey Lucchesi pitched six strong innings to lead the San Diego Padres

AUGUST 18, 2019

Hedges caps Padres' rally in 5-4 win vs Nationals

Hedges caps Padres' rally in 5-4 win vs Nationals

JUNE 8, 2019

Hedges hits grand slam as Padres pound Blue Jays 19-4

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MAY 26, 2019