Brad Hand shows tremendous poise every time he takes the mound and Friday evening was no different for the San Diego Padres closer. Craig Stammen, having retired the first two batters, ended up loading the bases in the bottom of eighth. Manager Andy Green decided to turn the reigns over to Hand to record the final four outs of the game.
Showing no signs of nerves what so ever, Brad Hand retired Gregory Polanco to end the inning. He would give up one hit in the ninth before slamming the door shut on another Padres’ victory.