Manager Craig Stammen has expressed confidence in Luis Campusano as the Padres' No. 2 catcher, noting his hard work and success in Triple-A last season. "He cut the dreads, got a new haircut, looks good and I know he's excited about the opportunity," Stammen said.
With Freddy Fermin as the front-line catcher, Stammen plans to give Campusano substantial playing time to avoid burning out Fermin. "Campy will play a lot," Stammen stated, giving the 27-year-old a clear runway to establish himself as the backup catcher.