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Hoyer hires former S.D. staffer as scouting boss - Sports - SignOnSanDiego.com
"We are thrilled to bring Jaron back to the Padres," Hoyer said. "He has a great reputation starting from his days working with the Padres. And he comes in with a proven working relationship with Jason and Chris (Gwynn, the Padres director of player personnel)."

PADRES: Padres add Madison, reportedly pursue Crisp
But Moorad indicated in a radio interview Thursday that the payroll could be closer to $50 million because season ticket renewals have been encouraging.

Coco Crisp Would be a Great Signing :: Friar Forecast
Signing Crisp addresses that need, but also provides the club with a very solid player who will almost certainly provide value in excess of his salary. A one-year deal at such a low price-point is nearly risk free, and is exactly the type of signing a team in transition, like the Padres, should be making.