Manny Machado discusses struggles and outlook for Padres season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Manny Machado spoke about his challenging season performance, batting just.178 as of June 13, 2026. The San Diego Padres, who began the season strongly at 19-9, are now fighting to remain above.500. Machado acknowledged his slump and the challenges players face in baseball, emphasizing the sport's ups and downs. He expressed confidence in overcoming this tough phase as he heads toward his 34th birthday. The Padres' struggles come in the context of substantial investment in the franchise and heightened fan expectations since his arrival.
- •Machado is hitting.178, his lowest career average.
- •The Padres started 19-9 but are now struggling for consistency.
- •Machado's comments reflect on the pressures of professional baseball.
- •He signed a $350 million deal in 2023, boosting franchise visibility.
- •Fan expectations in San Diego have significantly grown since Machado's arrival.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Manny Machado admits he's a 'masochist,' confident of season turnaround
"Struggling at the plate, Manny Machado opens up about his slump and why he believes baseball should be simpler.
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