Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres po...
For fans of the San Diego Padres.Ben Fadden talking about the San Diego Padres--and a little bit about other San Diego Sports! Former guests include MLBN's Matt Vasgersian, Lauren Shehadi & Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo, former Padres Clayton Richard and Heath Bell, Padres radio voice Jesse Agler, 97.3 The Fan's Steven Woods & Paul Reindl, & San Diego Sports 760's Marty Caswell, Jon Schaeffer & Jim Russell!
Ben has been a diehard Padres fan since he was a kid & his family has had season tickets since he was 13. He’s been through the ups & the downs—from being at Petco Park when the Dodgers beat the Padres on Opening Day in 2016 15-0 to being in the upper deck when the Padres beat LA in the 2022 NLDS. He can’t wait to be here with you when the Padres finally win it all!
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Padres get swept by the Dodgers | 396
Padres fans (such as Ben Fadden) were hoping that Bob Melvin calling out his team publicly on Thursday was going to lead to better results over the weekend but that didn't really happen as San Diego lost another regular season series to the Dodgers. The offense continues to underwhelm with runners in scoring position and hasn't been able to capitalize on their opponents' mistakes. Plus, Manny Machado hasn't gotten off to a great start in 2023 and some fans are putting out a dumb narrative about why he's underperforming. And as always near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
99 min
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Padres lose in return to Dodger Stadium + Campu...
Fernando Tatis Jr. made his return tonight to Dodger Stadium for the first time since his PED suspension. How did the Padres play a day after being called out by their manager? Plus, Luis Campusano just had surgery on his left thumb so he'll be out roughly eight weeks. What does this mean for the catching situation? And as always near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
55 min
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Bob Melvin expresses frustration as Padres lose...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres three-game series in Minneapolis against the Minnesota Twins. Tuesday was one of the Padres best wins of the year, as Juan Soto had a four-hit game and Manny Machado homered. On Wednesday though, the offense wasn't able to score more than three runs in their extra inning loss. Then earlier today Yu Darvish took the ball in the rubber game. Bob Melvin was not a happy camper after his ejection. What do the pitching matchups look like for the Friars' upcoming series in LA vs. the Dodgers? And as always near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
87 min
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Conversation with Padres Top 25 prospect Ryan B...
Ben Fadden sits down with Ryan Bergert to discuss his good start to the 2023 High-A Fort Wayne Tin Caps season, what it was like to get drafted by the San Diego Padres, what his first conversations were like with the organization, playing with Padres top prospect Jackson Merrill and where he hopes to end up when the year is over!
11 min
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Padres lose competitive Dodgers series | 392
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on what happened during the Padres-Dodgers series this weekend at Petco Park. Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice off Clayton Kershaw to lead the Padres to a Game 1 win on Friday night but that wasn't the biggest story on social media that night. It was what the Padres scoreboard displayed when Josh Hader got the final out. Should people be mad at what the Padres did? Blake Snell took the mound on Saturday before the Friars played on Sunday Night Baseball. And as always near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
80 min
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Tatis Returns to Petco Park + Padres vs. Reds S...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres latest series against the Cincinnati Reds. What was it like to be in the right field stands for Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Petco Park return on Monday night? Did Bob Melvin make all the right decisions in Tuesday's loss? Plus, the Friars have a big series this weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers! And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
83 min
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Padres Sweep Mexico City Series vs. Giants! | 390
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres two-game series in Mexico City vs. the San Francisco Giants. We got to see Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, Xander Bogaerts and Juan Soto all homer in the same game. What should we make of Joe Musgrove's rough start? Plus, Drew Pomeranz has suffered another setback in his rehab. Should we expect him to pitch again for the Padres? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
59 min
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Padres lose Cubs series + Tatis dancing on hate...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres series at Wrigley against the Chicago Cubs. Blake Snell walked five for a second time this month. Is he in his head? Fernando Tatis Jr. faced the steroid chants for the first time and enjoyed every second of them. Plus, Juan Soto got one hit in these three games. Should we be concerned long term about him? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
110 min
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Joe Musgrove returns + Padres vs. Diamondbacks ...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on what happened during the San Diego Padres four-game series over the weekend against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Joe Musgrove returned on Saturday and Fernando Tatis Jr. homered for the first time this season. Manny Machado had a rare day off due to a back issue. Should there be concern? Matt Carpenter was absolutely raking in the last couple games. Plus, what's the latest on Luis Campusano, Adrian Morejon and Drew Pomeranz? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
73 min
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Reaction to Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Return: Padres...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Fernando Tatis Jr. finally made his return to major league action after serving his 80-game PED suspension. How did he do? Plus, Robert Suarez has been placed on the 60-day IL. Should we be concerned?
37 min
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Fernando Tatis Jr's suspension is over + Padres...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the Padres series loss to the Braves. What is wrong with the offense and are they going to turn it around? Plus, Fernando returns tonight against the Diamondbacks! What should our expectations be for his return? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
71 min
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El Paso Chihuahuas broadcaster Tim Hagerty talk...
Tim Hagerty is the play-by-play man for the San Diego Padres Triple-A affiliate and he was nice enough to join the show to talk about how Fernando Tatis Jr. did in the minors, how the fans treated him in minor league ballparks, how Adam Engel is doing on his rehab assignment and what Triple-A players might be able to help the big league team this season! You can check out his new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Tales-Dugout-Humorous-Inspirational-Anecdotes/dp/1646433785
25 min
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Padres vs. Brewers series reaction + Tatis domi...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres latest series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Plus, it sure looks like Fernando Tatis Jr. is ready for his return to the major leagues, as the 24-year-old has hit six home runs in the last few days for the El Paso Chihuahuas! What will the lineup look like when he returns on Thursday? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
80 min
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We're going to be fine | 383
The San Diego Padres currently have a losing record after getting their doors blown off at home by the Milwaukee Brewers last night. The pitching hasn't been great and the offense isn't coming through with runners in scoring position. What should we be concerned about and are these concerns long-term concerns? Ben Fadden discusses. And as always, he gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
61 min
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Padres vs. Mets series reaction + Should Luis C...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres series against the New York Mets, as there were encouraging signs from numerous players on the roster including Luis Campusano. Should he be starting more behind the plate? Plus, what's the latest on the health of Joe Musgrove? And as always, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports!
62 min
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Should Padres fans be worried about Robert Suar...
News came out today from Kevin Acee that Robert Suarez's progression has slowed down after he felt something when he was playing catch the other day. Also, Joe Musgrove received a cortisone shot today and won't be making his next rehab start when it was scheduled to be. Should we be worried about these two Padres pitchers? Plus, Ben Fadden give his thoughts on the Padres series opener against the Mets. And last but not least, Ben hits on the latest around San Diego sports.
55 min
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Padres Take 3/4 From the Braves! | 380
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres four-game series that just finished in Atlanta against the Braves. Plus, he gives his thoughts on San Diego State's basketball celebration that happened last night at Snapdragon Stadium.
56 min
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Juan Soto, Padres Extension Talks Never Got Off...
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres first couple games in Atlanta against the Braves. Blake Snell can't get through five innings, the bullpen has been a little bit of an issue and San Diego has a touch upcoming schedule. What needs to improve? Plus, Juan Soto and the Padres did discuss a potential extension in the offseason...but it went nowhere. All that and more on the latest episode of Talking Friars!
58 min
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Padres Can't Sweep Diamondbacks After Walk-Off ...
Ben Fadden reacts to the San Diego Padres latest series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Plus, Fernando Tatis Jr. is starting to play games in the minor leagues. Is he on track to return on April 20? All that and more on the latest episode of Talking Friars.
68 min
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Padres Are .500 After 1st Series vs. Rockies | 377
Ben Fadden gives you his thoughts on all that went down during the Padres vs. Rockies series over the weekend at Petco Park. Should there be concern about the offense? Plus, reaction to the other great San Diego sports action from the weekend, including San Diego State's amazing comeback win in the Final Four!
78 min
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JAKE CRONENWORTH AGREEING TO 7-YEAR EXTENSION W...
Ben Fadden reacts to Jake Cronenworth being a Padre through the 2030 season!
48 min
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Padres Opening Day Reaction | 375
Ben Fadden was at Opening Day yesterday and gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres loss to the Colorado Rockies!
46 min
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2023 Padres Predictions with Jim Russell | 374
Ben Fadden and San Diego Sports 760's Jim Russell make their predictions before the 2023 season kicks off on Thursday. Will Juan Soto have an OPS north of .900? Who will be the Padres MVP, Cy Young, home run leader and Comeback Player of the Year? Will San Diego win the NL West? All that and more on the latest episode of Talking Friars!
33 min
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What Is a Success for the Padres in 2023? | 373
Usually if the San Diego Padres make the postseason, fans will label their season as a success but that's not the case this year. How far does the organization need to get for fans to think the season wasn't a failure/disappointment? Ben Fadden discusses on the latest episode of Talking Friars!
49 min
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Padres Roster Projection #3 | 372
The San Diego Padres have made a couple of moves since Ben Fadden's second Opening Day roster projection in the middle of March. A.J. Preller and the organization has decided to reassign Julio Teheran, Tim Lopes and Pedro Severino to the minor leagues with Brandon Dixon being optioned. Who’s going to get these last spots that have to be filled since Joe Musgrove, Drew Pomeranz and Robert Suarez will be the season on the IL?
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