Bulldogs in the Pros: Former UNC Asheville Baseball Player and Assistant Coach Mike Shildt Named San Diego Padres Manager

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The San Diego Padres announced on Tuesday, Nov. 21, that Mike Shildt has been hired as the 23rd manager in franchise history. Shildt, 55, agreed to a two-year contract and has been a senior advisor for the Padres for the past two seasons.