On Friar, A San Diego Sportswrap Podcast

Bernie Wilson joins the guys to temper expectations for the 2021 season. The longtime Associated Press beat writer compares the level of excitement around this Padres team to 1998, and explains why he's not getting too caught up in the hype (1:28). They discuss Tatis' deal, rising payroll, and Peter Seidler's willingness to spend (12:15). Bernie talks about the pressure of writing on deadline, and how he'd react to covering a Padres World Series win (24:23). They finish up with thoughts on Blake Snell and other Padres Zoom All-Stars (32:05), and Derek has a wild theory about the Opening Day starter.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.

Opening Day is three weeks away and reason for optimism extends beyond the Padres' loaded roster. Derek and Darnay reflect on the last year since COVID-19 shut down the sports world (1:25), then discuss the possibility of fans at Opening Day and what we learned this week from team CEO Erik Greupner (12:13). Something or nothing - the guys assess some Spring Training trends (25:08), before closing with some thoughts on why the MacKenzie Gore decision is a no-brainer (43:25).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.

Instead of real games with fake fans, we've finally got fake games with real fans. With the action underway in Arizona, Fox Sports San Diego Field Reporter Bob Scanlan joins the pod to share his takeaways from Spring Training. They discuss the return of fans (2:18) before sharing what they've seen from MacKenzie Gore (13:45), Ha-Seong Kim (33:03), and CJ Abrams (37:34). Plus, some thoughts on the drastic improvement of the roster from seasons past, the importance of that depth this year, and how it takes the burden off young players (48:25). The guys also mix in some chatter about the Padres' pursuit of the Dodgers, 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.

Spring Training is going full speed. After a few days in Peoria Darnay shares some observations from his time at the Padres facility. He and Derek discuss the team's outlook on their World Series potential. How is Ha-Seong Kim fitting in? Plus, a drill that brought the team back down to earth, and pitchers knocking off some rust. That and some thoughts about that one trade rumor.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.

Fernando Tatis Jr. signed a massive contract extension. So how do the guys in the Padres clubhouse feel about it? We got the reaction from a couple of guys, one who knows El Nino well and another who is just getting to know him, to better understand the full impact of San Diego's 22-year-old superstar. Plus, we talk about the rivalry with the Dodgers and name the one player very few people think about but might be the biggest key to a successful 2021 season.

The news fans had been hoping for all offseason finally arrived on day one of Spring Training. And it was exciting enough to get Derek out of the hot tub to record an emergency podcast. The guys discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.'s 14-year deal, and what it means for player, team and fanbase.

We're less than a week away from the Padres taking over Peoria. MLB.com Padres beat reporter AJ Cassavell joins the guys to set the table for Spring Training. Who's the first guy he wants to watch once players take the field? What will the environment be like around a new group of starting pitchers - and how will that impact MacKenzie Gore and Chris Paddack? How's a Trevor Rosenthal-less bullpen look? And how much juice does the Dodgers' signing of Trevor Bauer add to the rivalry? That's a lot of questions. The guys covered those and more with real baseball right around the corner.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.

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.