SAN DIEGO -- The Padres have long believed that catcher Austin Hedges is a National League Gold Glove Award candidate, if not a favorite. Generally, that's because of the little things Hedges does behind the plate. But the 25-year-old Padres backstop makes his share of flashy plays, too.
Hedges' best defensive gem may have come in the third inning of Thursday night's game against the Giants. San Francisco center fielder Gregor Blanco attempted a bunt with runners on first and third and one out, and he popped it behind the plate.
Hedges sprung out of his crouch and made an impressive dive to rob Blanco.