who is craig stammen

Craig Stammen is a former American professional baseball pitcher who has transitioned into leadership roles within baseball management. He gained prominence as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB), primarily with the Washington Nationals and the San Diego Padres, before moving into coaching and front-office roles with the Padres. In late 2025, reports indicated he was appointed as the Padres’ manager, marking his first major-league managerial position. This move followed his retirement from playing due to injuries and subsequent work as a special assistant within the Padres organization, where he had been involved in player development and operations.