Dennis Lin on Padres ownership and big rotation questions

The new Padres owners were seen in a suite in Mexico City during the series versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. When can we expect to see them at Petco Park? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell are joined by The Athletic's Dennis Lin from the press box at Petco Park to discuss the vibe in Mexico City, wh…

Andy Masur on Padres & Cubs, ownership's appearance, Giolito speaks

What did we learn about the Padres after their roadtrip to Colorado and Mexico City? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss a wild series in Mexico City, some good signs from Manny Machado, a rare meltdown by the Padres bullpen, and if any roster changes could be ahead when the team returns home. …

Padres are best team in MLB, Jared Diamond on ownership & Mason Miller

Another Padres series win, another incredible Padres comeback. Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss the latest heroics by Gavin Sheets versus the Rockies, and why Xander Bogaerts is the one guy they want at the plate during a rally. What's the buzz going to be like in Mexico City, and will we p…

Lucas Giolito adds needed depth to Padres, Luis Campusano sizzles

How much better are the Padres after the surprising signing of Lucas Giolito? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell are joined by former All-Star closer Heath Bell to discuss Giolito's signing, how long it will take him to get caught up to speed, and how he fits the team's rotation. There are plenty of …

Jake Cronenworth joins the show, Padres offense prepares for altitude

Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss the biggest storylines of the week ahead of the Padres series at the Colorado Rockies and Mexico City. The duo discuss the Padres incredible offensive numbers at Coors Field and Mexico City, what it means for the team's offense and the wear it puts on the pi…

Jose Feliciano to buy Padres, 8 straight wins, Kyle Glaser joins

Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss billionaire Jose Feliciano's agreement to buy the Padres for a record $3.9 billion dollars. Darren breaks down what we know about the owner of Chelsea, if he'll be a hands-on owner and the timing of the news coming out. The show welcomes in Kyle Glaser to …

Can and should Padres sign Lucas Giolito? Campusano's new motto

The San Diego Padres have now won six straight games but the news is tempered by ace pitcher Nick Pivetta landing on the injured list with elbow inflammation. Marty Caswell, Darren Smith and Heath Bell discuss Craig Stammen's comments on his injury. Heath explains why Pivetta is going to miss at l…

Nick Pivetta concerns, Padres' Fernando Tatis motivation

What a newsy weekend it was for the San Diego Padres following their four-game sweep over the Colorado Rockies. From the Padres slugging nine home runs in the series, Luis Campusano's five-game hitting streak, Ramon Laureano surging in the leadoff role to losing Jeremiah Estrada with elbow tendon…

Xander Bogaerts swag, mixed reaction to Padres city connects

Does Xander Bogaerts have his swag back? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss Xander Bogaerts walk-off grand slam versus the Colorado Rockies, and the type of confidence he's playing with. 13 games in, 13 different lineups for Padres manager Craig Stammen. Marty and Darren discuss the Padres …

Dennis Lin talks Padres ownership, Castellanos surging for Padres

The San Diego Padres are back to .500 after an encouraging 4-2 road trip at the Red Sox and Pirates, but the biggest question hovering over the team continues to be who the next owner of the team will be. Darren Smith and Marty Caswell are joined by The Athletic's Dennis Lin with the latest on th…