On Friar, A San Diego Sportswrap Podcast

Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. is quickly becoming the face of Major League Baseball. He just became the youngest player (and first Padre) to be on the cover of the MLB The Show 21 video game. This week's OnFriar Podcast talks with Ramone Russell, Product Development Communications and Brand Strategist for the game at Sony PlayStation's San Diego Studios to find out why they chose the young shortstop for the cover and what it was like working with him behind the scenes.

Who's going to lead the Padres in homers in 2021? What about OPS and innings pitched? Derek and Darnay took a stab at what players might pace the Friars. First things first, they discussed the return of Jurickson Profar and what makes him a good fit (5:06). Then they turn their attention to the guys they expect to put up big numbers for the Padres this season (9:02). To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

In our most East County episode yet we discuss the acquisition of Joe Musgrove and hear from fellow El Cajon native Greg Garcia. Derek and Darnay take a look at Musgrove's addition, and what it means for the rotation (3:12), before hearing what the righty had to say to reporters about joining his hometown club (16:06). Then the guys catch up with Garcia (25:49) to hear how his offseason is going, and how he's handling the challenges of free agency in 2021. They also look back on his two years playing for San Diego, including a memorable and unusual last season. To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

With the Padres' biggest moves seemingly behind them, talk around a new deal for Fernando Tatis Jr. has picked up. Derek and Darnay discuss the factors in play, and what a contract could look like (1:49). They take a look at the team's rise in payroll, and the franchise's decision to push all the chips in now (19:51). Plus, Masahiro Tanaka rumors and potential targets as the club rounds out its roster (30:13).To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

They let us do 100 of these! Derek and Darnay celebrate the occasion with a couple great Padres guests. After discussing Ha-Seong Kim (4:15), and hearing what AJ Preller had to say about the young Korean star (10:12), the guys caught up with President of Business Operations Erik Greupner. He shares his thoughts on the potential of having fans back in Petco Park, and what the Friar Faithful will have to do make sure they get a seat. They also caught up with Padres reliever Emilio Pagán (49:07). He discussed his offseason routine, reuniting with Snell, the club's potential, his performance in 2020, excitement for a second season in San Diego, and more. To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

A.J. Preller is making trades like he's still worried his head might roll. The Padres GM swung two deals for established aces, and appears to have a promising Korean star on the way. Derek and Darnay discuss the trades, what the club gave up and what factors make these deals make perfect sense for San Diego. They also explore how the club positioned itself to stockpile stars, and applied lessons learned from the Dodgers to their approach to the offseason. Plus, we hear what Preller and Blake Snell had to say about the moves. To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

After hearing from A.J. Preller this week, the guys passed along his insight on the key storylines of the Padres offseason. From talks of a big contract for Tatis (8:24), to the decision to bring back Tommy Pham (19:53). Pitching continues to be a major topic, Preller gave an update on Dinelson Lamet (24:22) and shared his thoughts on Chris Paddack (28:00), and their outlook on the rotation (35:45). And can this team win a World Series? Preller answered that question (43:20). Plus - you let us know what's on your Padres wish list, and Derek and Darnay reacted to the most sought after items amongst the Friar Faithful.To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

What a year, huh? Eno Sarris of The Athletic drops by to discuss the impact 2020 could have on seasons to come at the MLB and Minor League levels. Eno shares his perspective on the 2020 season (4:38), before discussing how 2021 could look and the impact this year may have on the developmental process (11:45) and pitching (22:05). The guys turn their attention to some options on the mound for the Padres (29:46), including Tomoyuki Sugano (37:50) and what it could take to land Blake Snell (42:27).To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

With another crop of players hitting the free agent market, Derek and Darnay discuss the Padres' options this offseason. First they touch on Greg Garcia's departure, and Tommy Pham's return for a second season (4:43). Then they turn their attention to potential targets now available after the non-tender deadline (17:08). What about Lance Lynn? The guys weigh in (32:10), and then turn their attention to questions and comments from social media (41:46). One of which has Derek dreaming about landing a Cy Young winner from Tampa Bay (50:35).To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

What a week, huh? Baseball America National Writer and San Diego guy Kyle Glaser joins Derek and Darnay to discuss Ron Fowler's decision to step down, and Mike Clevinger's second go-round with Tommy John. Kyle shares his perspective on the Padres' front office shakeup, Fowler's legacy, and why he rolls his eyes at the Theo Epstein chatter (1:43). The guys discuss MacKenzie Gore and the development of the club's pitching prospects (20:37). Before turning their attention to the Clevinger news, what it means for the pitcher, and how it impacts the Padres' offseason plans (28:49).To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

San Diego had finalists for the MVP, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year awards and didn't win any of them. The rationale is, at best, muddled. In this episode of the OnFriar Podcast, Darnay and Derek talk about who should have won, a few really bad voting decisions, which free agents the Friars should be targeting this winter, and a big change in the coaching staff.

MLB's Hot Stove has been lit once more. The Padres have some roster decisions to make. Which free agents will they keep? Which ones should they keep? And is a trade for a certain infielder from Ohio on the table? Plus, a look at which post-season awards the Friars are most likely to win. Oh, and we talk about the incredible end of the first episode of the second season of The Mandalorian.

Rays skipper Kevin Cash will be second-guessed for years for removing Blake Snell from Game 6. In fact, it was such a big decision that it could change the way the World Series is managed moving forward. On the OnFriar Podcast, former big league All-Star Bret Boone talks about moving back towards managing with your gut AND a stat sheet, why Padres rookie Jake Cronenworth will be very good for a very long time, and what the Friars need to add this off-season to knock the Dodgers off their championship perch.

Padres Field Reporter Bob Scanlan shares his takeaways from 2020. He describes what it was like broadcasting games this season (3:40). Darnay and Scan discuss the challenges of covering a team and building relationships without face-to-face interaction (10:00). The former big leaguer explains why certain players struggled without fans (22:26), how players adjusted to the strange environment, and how it ushered in acceptance of bat flips and personality. Finally, Scan shared his thoughts on the Padres' breakthrough season and the future of the starting rotation (29:05).To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

The Padres have a lot to do this off-season. Or do they? Friars General Manager A.J. Preller gives updates on the health outlook for his two injured starting pitchers, his surprisingly smaller off-season to-do list, and a long-term contract for Fernando Tatis, Jr. We also play a game, giving several Padres a song that should define their off-season.

The Padres got beat up pretty good in Game 3 of their NLDS loss to the Dodgers. Now that their season is over we take a look at what went well, what went wrong, and why the Friars are set up to challenge Los Angeles for the throne of best team in the National League for the next several years.

In a season of comebacks, the Padres nearly pulled off their best one yet. Instead, they're staring right at elimination. Derek and Darnay discuss the Game 2 thriller. There were clutch hits, emotional outbursts, pivotal homers, and lots of resilience. Unfortunately, there was also Bellinger's glove. Was that their best chance? What did this teach us about the rivalry? And what hope is left in this series?To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

Another early exit for Clevinger, turned into another bullpen game, and this one wasn't as enjoyable as the last. Some familiar issues caught up to the Padres in Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers. Derek and Darnay discuss the pitching quandary, where things went wrong Tuesday night, and what the Padres need to do to get back in the series.To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

For the first time in 22 years the Padres won a playoff series, and San Diego soaked up the occasion. From a ledge outside Petco Park Darnay joins Derek to discuss Game 3, and the team's impressive turnaround against the Cardinals. A bullpen day that worked! A catcher that handled a revolving door of pitchers. Young stars that are now playoff proven. And a team that can beat - anybody? The guys discuss those topics and more while the celebration rages on in the background.To join the #OnFriar conversation, tweet your Padres or San Diego sports thoughts and questions to Darnay (@DarnayTripp) and Derek (@DerekNBCSD).Catch NBC 7's San Diego Padres analysis at NBC7.com/OnFriar and all sports coverage at NBC7.com/SportsWrap. SportsWrap's weekly TV show airs Sunday night on NBC 7 San Diego at 11:35pm.

The Padres came from behind to beat the Cardinals 11-9 on Thursday night at Petco Park, thanks to (who else) Fernando Tatis Jr. In this playoffs edition of the OnFriar Podcast, 3-time All-Star Bret Boone offers his analysis of the game and if the Padres can win their series on Friday night.