The aging Padres need a boost of energy. Sung-Mun Song is a convenient candidate

SAN FRANCISCO — Jake Cronenworth awoke Monday, he said the next afternoon, “like I was hung over for the fourth straight day.” The San Diego Padres second baseman describes himself as only an occasional drinker, but in this instance, hyperbole felt appropriate. It had been more than two weeks since he took a 96.5 mph fastball off the chin, but continued starting most games. Finally, after another uncomfortable showing Monday night, he received the first concussion diagnosis of his life.Advertisement