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Campusano Named Padres' No. 2 Catcher

Manager Craig Stammen has officially named Luis Campusano as the San Diego Padres' No. 2 catcher, praising his hard work and giving him a clear opportunity to secure the role.

Stammen, speaking during spring training, highlighted Campusano's success in Triple-A last season and noted his new haircut as a positive sign. The manager emphasized that Campusano now has a 'runway' to take control of the job during Spring Training.

Previously, Campusano had limited opportunities under manager Mike Shildt, who rarely let him catch. With Freddy Fermin as the front-line catcher, Stammen plans to utilize Campusano significantly to avoid burning out Fermin while giving the 27-year-old every chance to prove himself.