Around the Mission: 9/24 Padres Links

Look of contender emerging, Towers says - SignOnSanDiego.com
"We could be the 2010 Giants," Towers said. "I think we have the opportunity to go from 70 wins (a number they reached last night) to above .500 and contending for a playoff spot next season."

Venable cashes in on Headley's at-bat - SignOnSanDiego.com
"I had to establish some things with Tim," Black explained later.

Venable, bullpen fill in for Stauffer | padres.com: News
"It was ... 'bear down, make pitches and get out of this,'" Stauffer said, summarizing the visit with Black. "He got me out of whatever funk I was in."

PADRES: Venable helps end Rockies' eight-game home win streak
"That's been the thing that I've been working on the last couple of days, just trying to tighten up the zone a little bit, just wait for the pitch I know I can hit," Venable said.

E-Gone: It's been a tough year for Edgar | padres.com: News
This season hasn't gone well for Edgar Gonzalez, who hadn't played nearly as much with stability at shortstop (Everth Cabrera) and after missing 43 games in July and August with a concussion.

Richard has had his ups and downs | padres.com: News
Clayton Richard has had his ups and downs since coming over in the deal for Jake Peavy, but he's hoping to capitalize on his last start in the finale.

Unfinished Business: It's Back...
Just be ready by Tuesday, Kouz. Even if you don't get to play in Colorado or Arizona. Make sure you can play in front of the home crowd next week!!