Manny Machado of the San Diego Padres is optimistic about the team’s defense and anticipates a stellar season for Xander Bogaerts. While discussing game strategies, Machado emphasized the importance of team defense and expressed confidence in the offensive lineup,

Padres All-Star Manny Machado sent a brash warning to the Dodgers after last season's performance in the playoffs.

Earlier this week, Roberts said he had not spoken to Machado about the tactic but that he would certainly say “hello” to him in spring training. The Padres play the Dodgers on Sunday at Camelback Ranch, though Machado and most of the team’s other regulars are not expected to make the trip.

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