=== San Diego Padres Team Report - August 16 === (My Sportsbook) - The San Diego Padres continue a three-game series against the Florida Marlins today at Pro Player Stadium. San Diego fell 10-0 last night. Oliver Perez (4-6) was the loser after surrendering five runs on six hits over four-plus innings, while walking two and striking out six. Dave Hansen had two hits for the Padres, who have lost three straight games. San Diego second baseman Mark Loretta comes into this contest with a 13-game hitting streak. Brian Lawrence will start today for the Padres. The righty snapped a five- start losing streak in his last outing, throwing six shutout innings against the Reds on Sunday. The Padres have scored just 12 runs in his last seven starts. Lawrence has thrown two career games against the Marlins and is 0-1. San Diego is 23-40 on the road. |
