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Why A.J. Preller chose Craig Stammen

San Diego team architect A.J. Preller has selected Craig Stammen to lead the dugout as manager for the upcoming 2026 campaign.

Preller navigated through several previous leadership tenures over the last decade, cycling through Andy Green, Jayce Tingler, Bob Melvin, and Mike Shildt before settling on the unproven former player who initially joined the front office after his retirement.

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