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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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77:46

Fernando Tatis Jr's suspension is over + Padres vs....

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/20

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! (sorry for the spotty internet. Skip through the parts where you hear no sound) Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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31:27

El Paso Chihuahuas broadcaster Tim Hagerty talks...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/19

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 Subscribe for year round

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84:15

Padres vs. Brewers series reaction + Tatis dominated...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/17

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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65:41

We're going to be fine | 383

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/15

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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66:35

Padres vs. Mets series reaction + Should Luis...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/12

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB

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59:04

Should Padres fans be worried about Robert Suarez and...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/11

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. Subscribe for year round

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60:46

Padres Take 3/4 From the Braves! | 380

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/10

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. Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BaseballStruck Twitter (Padres Content):

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62:49

Juan Soto, Padres Extension Talks Never Got Off the...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/08

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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72:58

Padres Can't Sweep Diamondbacks After Walk-Off Win | 378

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/05

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. Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BaseballStruck Twitter (Padres Content):

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82:39

Padres Are .500 After 1st Series vs. Rockies | 377

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/03

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel:

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52:36

JAKE CRONENWORTH AGREEING TO 7-YEAR EXTENSION WITH...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/04/01

Ben Fadden reacts to Jake Cronenworth being a Padre through the 2030 season! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BaseballStruck 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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50:42

Padres Opening Day Reaction | 375

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/31

Ben Fadden was at Opening Day yesterday and gives you his thoughts on the San Diego Padres loss to the Colorado Rockies! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BaseballStruck Twitter (Padres Content): https://twitter.com/talkingfriars Twitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/BenFaddenSD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingfriars Apple

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37:42

2023 Padres Predictions with Jim Russell | 374

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/29

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube

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53:40

What Is a Success for the Padres in 2023? | 373

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/28

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! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgJHFZPJpuyVyG_skyD0F6w?sub_confirmation=1 Check out my MLB YouTube Channel:

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46:45

Padres Roster Projection #3 | 372

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/27

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? Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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50:48

Suarez & Musgrove Starting Season on IL + Padres Line...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/26

Opening Day is less than a week away so we're starting to hear about when each Padres starter will be making their season debuts. Joe Musgrove and Robert Suarez will be starting the season on the Injured List so when will they return and which players will get a chance to prove themselves on the big league roster? Also, there are updates on Juan Soto and Austin Nola. And last but not least, Ben Fadden gives his thoughts on the Aztecs heading to the Final Four and the Sab Diego Wave opening up their

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53:09

Snell Named Opening Day Starter + Is Rougned Odor...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/25

Yu Darvish and Joe Musgrove weren't going to be available to start Opening Day so it seemed like Blake Snell was going to get the nod and the Padres officially made that true today. How could the rest of the rotation look the first time around? Fernando Tatis Jr. homered again today vs. the Angels and it looks like we have a better picture of who will be playing in his spot until he becomes eligible to return on April 20. Plus, Rougned Odor was playing a position today he's never played before. What

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42:37

Padres Blogger Talks Upcoming Season & Growing Up a...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/23

Mark aka Padres Blogger joins the show to talk about growing up a San Diego Padres fan and starting his Padres pages, why Manny Machado is his favorite player, how he feels about the team a week away from Opening Day, what his biggest area of concern is, who will have the best year out of the big four and if this season is World Series or bust for the Friars! You can follow Mark @padresblogger on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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63:13

Drew Pomeranz Won't Be Ready for Padres Opening Day....

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/22

Yu Darvish is supposed to start on Opening Day for the San Diego Padres but he told reporters today he isn't sure he'll be ready. Drew Pomeranz was making progress towards being healthy for the beginning of the season but he recently felt pain near his elbow? Is this one of A.J. Preller's worst contracts he's ever given out? Plus, it appears Padres fans can exhale a little bit regarding the health of Austin Nola. But what about Juan Soto? The Padres aren't sure yet. All that and more on the latest

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24:49

Ranking the Padres Big 4 Hitters (Manny, Soto, Tatis...

Talking Friars: A San Diego Padres podcast ·

2023/03/20

The San Diego Padres have the best "big four" in Major League Baseball in Manny Machado, Juan Soto, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts. All four have made it to the All-Star Game and are considered one of the best players at their respective positions. Who is the best out of the four on offense? Ben Fadden discusses on the latest episode of Talking Friars! Subscribe for year round Padres/San Diego Sports content:

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