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Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast

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

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67:55

Padres 2023 Year in Review | 546

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/29

On one of the final days of 2023 let's take some time to discuss what went on in 2023 for our San Diego Padres. There were extensions given out, hyped up events, record sellout crowds, a series in Mexico, the owner saying his GM is excellence, players with bad quotes to the media, adding at the trade deadline before missing the postseason, a NL Cy Young award winner, the parting ways with the manager, the hiring of a new manager, the death of the owner and the (essentially) forced trade of a

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71:46

What if the Padres don't make enough moves? | 545

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/28

The San Diego Padres have a lot to do before the season starts in March but what if A.J. Preller isn't able to make enough moves to build a complete team? What will that mean? Would they be preparing to give a big pay day to someone? Would San Diego have enough pitching? What would the lineup look like? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content):

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30:29

Top 5 Padres moments in 2023 | 544

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/26

2023 is almost over so let's go back to some of the great moments from the past year--even in a disappointing season. What were your top five moments? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingfriars Apple Podcasts:

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41:13

Are the Padres headed in the right direction? Jon...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/21

Ben Fadden is joined by San Diego Sports 760's Jon Schaeffer to talk about what the Padres have done so far this offseason and where they are headed as we get closer to 2024. Are they going in the right direction or should fans be worried about what's happening? Plus, let's look back on 2023 in San Diego sports and how San Diego State's basketball season has started! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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58:43

Padres reportedly signing closer Yuki Matsui to...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/21

The Padres need bullpen help and A.J. Preller has gotten some with the signing of Yuki Matsui. Yahoo Japan reports it is a four-year deal worth $21 million for the former NPB closer. What does the bullpen look like now and what's still needed this offseason? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal):

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73:29

Should Padres trade Ha-Seong Kim? | 541

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/19

Ha-Seong Kim is a fan favorite but he is under only one more year of team control and there are a few infielders who can play middle infield in 2024 other than him. Does it make sense to deal the 28-year-old? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram:

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46:59

Padres 2023 Christmas Wish List | 540

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/18

We are a week away from Christmas so it's time to go through some items that are on the Padres wish list this holiday season! What players do you want A.J. Preller to bring in by the time spring training rolls around? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram:

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39:15

Which Padres prospects will help in 2024 (with Jim...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/15

MLB prospect guru Jim Callis joins the show to break down the return the Padres received in the Juan Soto trade, if Drew Thorpe should be up at some point next season, if Jakob Marsee is expected to be on the Opening Day roster, when Ethan Salas will make his debut and what other prospects can fans expect to see at Petco Park in 2024! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content):

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34:13

Talking with Joe Musgrove's trainer Jono Green! | 538

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/14

Ben Fadden sits down with Joe Musgrove's trainer Jono Green to get an update on Joe's health, how much work is put in during the offseason and in season to be in shape for the grind of a full MLB season, why Joe doesn't wear shoes during training, how great of a competitor he is and what potential clients can expect from the Symbiotic Training Center Green and Musgrove opened up in 2023. Check out more information about Joe Musgrove and Jono Green's Symbiotic Training Center:

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94:29

Padres lose out on Jung-hoo Lee to the Giants | 537

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/13

The San Diego Padres were targeting center fielder Jung-hoo Lee but he has signed with the San Francisco Giants for over $100 million. Should the Padres have went this far and where can they go now? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingfriars Apple

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48:56

7 Padres potential trade partners for Jake...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/11

The San Diego Padres are reportedly listening on Jake Cronenworth trade inquiries but where could he possibly land if A.J. Preller decides it's best to free up more money? Near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal):

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80:50

What Shohei Ohtani signing with Dodgers means for the...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/09

Shohei Ohtani is headed to the Los Angeles Dodgers for $700 million. What does this mean for the Padres long term and in the short term? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingfriars Apple Podcasts:

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107:15

Potential targets after the Juan Soto trade for the...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/08

The San Diego Padres finally have completed the Juan Soto deal so now there's a lot more flexibility for A.J. Preller to go out and build more of a complete roster. Who are some potential starting pitching, first base and outfield targets in free agency and via trade? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal):

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88:17

Official: Padres trade Juan Soto to Yankees | 533

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/07

Ben Fadden gives his reaction to the trade we all were waiting for. Juan Soto and Trent Grisham have been traded to the New York Yankees for Michael King, Drew Thorpe, Randy Vasquez, Jhony Brito and Kyle Higashioka. Is this a good deal for the Padres? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal):

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158:41

Padres "close" to trading Juan Soto (Bryce Miller...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/06

There are a ton of reporters saying a Juan Soto trade is close with Michael King expected to be included in the deal. 2.5 hours of waiting and no deal became finalized but Bryce Miller joined the show! Hope you enjoy Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram:

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64:53

Cold Stove at the Winter Meetings | 531

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/06

Tuesday at the Winter Meetings has been slow. Mike Shildt spoke to the media and revealed some of his offseason plans. A.J. Preller also spoke but didn't say too much (shocker). How can MLB make the offseason more exciting? Near the end of the show, Ben gives you the latest around San Diego sports! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter

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63:05

Should Padres wait for Shohei Ohtani before trading...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/04

Ben Fadden is joined by Padres fan Jacob Redondo to discuss what San Diego needs to get back for Juan Soto, if they should wait for Shohei Ohtani to sign before trading Soto and what moves could happen during the Winter Meetings this week! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram:

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42:37

Four questions heading into the Winter Meetings for...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/03

The biggest week of the offseason is here and A.J. Preller has a lot of work to do. Here are four big questions as the Winter Meetings start in Nashville! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingfriars Apple Podcasts:

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112:54

Padres want A LOT of Yankees pitching for Juan Soto |...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/12/02

There are reports out Friday saying that the San Diego Padres and New York Yankees aren't close on a Juan Soto trade. A.J. Preller wants Michael King, Drew Thorpe and "as many as four or five other prospects". San Diego is interested in salary relief and getting out of Trent Grisham's contract as well. Plus, there's another team out there that is engaging with the Padres for Soto. Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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55:46

Yankees Fan Perspective on Juan Soto trade with...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/11/30

Ben Fadden is joined by David Mendelsohn (better known as Big Baby David or BBD) of Talkin' Yanks and Talkin' Baseball to discuss if Yankees fans feel they need to trade for Juan Soto and what a potential return to the Padres realistically could look like! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal):

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