“Peter Seidler understood it was Manny Machado’s team” – MLB All-Star bares late owner’s thoughts on how de-facto leader took San Diego to new heights

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After a lengthy stint with the Baltimore Orioles and a controversial season with the LA Dodgers, Manny Machado has established himself as the de facto leader of the San Diego Padres.

The star baseman arrived in San Diego in 2019 and has since instilled a gritty, feisty mindset in the members of the ballclub. In an interview with David Samson on the "Nothing Personal podcast," former MLB All-Star Eric Hosmer shared his thoughts on his time in Southern California.