Locked On Padres - Daily Podcast On The San Diego Padres

On today's show, Javier Reyes breaks down the San Diego Padres recent 8-6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, highlighting key moments including a Jeremiah Estrada implosion, warnings being issued for both teams, and more. The discussion then shifts to a critical analysis of Xander Bogaerts' disappointing season, exploring his .227 batting average and inability to drive in runs. Javier examines poten...

Will Smith’s 2-run homer snapped a 3-3 tie in the bottom of the 6th inning, giving the LA Dodgers the lead they’d never give back in a heated 8-6 win over the Padres  in Los Angeles.   Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts was kicked out of the game after each team’s megastar- Fernando Tatis Jr., and Shohei Ohtani- were hit by pitches. Jose Iglesias was also plunked in the 7th inning.   Andy Pages- who wa...

On today's show, Javier Reyes breaks down Dylan Cease's disappointing performance against the Dodgers, analyzing his ERA-FIP discrepancy and future contract value. The discussion shifts to potential lineup changes, with a focus on moving Luis Arráez to maximize his .359 average with runners in scoring position. Pitching coach Ruben Niebla's impact on young arms and veterans alike takes center stag...

The Padres scored a quick run on 2 hits against Shohei Ohtani, making his pitching debut in a start for the Dodgers, but the worldwide megastar quickly made up for it with a pair of clutch hits and a 2 runs driven in to lead the Dodgers to a 6-3 win over the Padres in LA.   The 2-way superstar threw 28 pitches in the first inning, 21 months after right elbow surgery. It was his 1st outing since Au...

On today's show, Javier Reyes breaks down the San Diego Padres weekend performance, highlighting Nick Pivetta's stellar outing and the impact of Jackson Merrill's injury. Javi also covers Fernando Tatis Jr.'s contributions, the shocking Rafael Devers trade to the Giants, the Robert Suarez implosion, upcoming challenges, and potential roster moves to watch. Go Padres. 0:00 Intro: Padres drop NL Wes...

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ----- The Padres head to LA to open up a 4-game series tomorrow against the Dodgers, with 1st pitch set for 6:40pm PT.   Dylan Cease (2-5, 4.28 ERA) will pitch for the Padres. The Dodgers have t announced a starter.   Your PADRES POSTCAST- hosted by Jim GIES" Grieshaber- comes your way LIVE' right after the game. -----   Support Us By Sup...

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ----- The Padres and Diamondbacks wrap up this 3-game series tomorrow in Phoenix, with 1st pitch set for 1:10pm PT.   Your PADRES POSTCAST- hosted by Jim GIES" Grieshaber- comes your way LIVE' right after the game. -----   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Wonderful Pistachios - Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that pac...

As the MLB trade deadline looms, teams across the league are strategizing their next moves. A surprising contender faces a tough choice: keep their breakout star or cash in for future prospects? Another team, on the cusp of playoff contention, must decide whether to go all-in for their superstar's potential final season or pivot towards rebuilding.       One powerhouse club's plans may shift drama...

On today's episode, Javier Reyes and Millard Thomas break down the upcoming Padres-Diamondbacks series, analyzing pitching matchups and potential game-changers. The hosts also dissect Arizona's struggles, highlighting their bullpen woes and offensive strengths, and all-star debates take center stage as Fernando Tatis Jr. and Corbin Carroll vie for outfield spots, while Manny Machado and Eugenio Su...

On today's episode, a frustrated Javier Reyes breaks down the Padres' latest loss, highlighting missed opportunities and questionable at-bats from key players. Randy Vasquez's solid pitching performance gets praise, but it's overshadowed by San Diego's inability to capitalize in high-leverage situations. Javi also dives deep into Xander Bogaerts' alarming struggles, particularly against fastballs,...

Teoscar Hernandez hit a 3-run home run, Michael Conforto added a solo shot, and the Padres only managed one run in 4 innings off of Dodgers spot starter Ben Casparius.   Jeremiah Estrada came on and walked Will Smith before giving Hernandez a fastball right down the middle, and he didn’t waste it, smashing it 400+ feet to straightaway centerfield.   The Padres- who had just pounded out 11 runs on...

On today's show, Javier Reyes breaks down the San Diego Padres' dominant victory, highlighting Cease's impressive 7-inning, 11-strikeout performance. The discussion covers Manny Machado's 5-RBI game, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s baserunning, and Martin Maldonado's homer. Javi also analyzes Luis Arráez's unique batting style, questioning his true value beyond batting average, and trade talks heating up as...

Manny Machado had 3 hits and drove in 5 runs, Luis Arraez had 3 hits and scored 4 times, Dylan Cease struck out 11 Dodgers, while allowing only 3 hits in 7 shutout innings, and the Padres smoked the Dodgers off the field in an 11-1 statement win at Petco Park.   After losing the series opener by a run in extra innings, the Padres took no chances in this one. They jumped on the Dodgers in the 3rd i...

On today's show, Javier recaps the first game (of many!) between the Padres and Dodgers that featured some blown calls and an overall electric playoff atmosphere! Javi breaks down Nick Pivetta's poor start, an annoying moment for Luis Arraez, Manny Machado getting an awful strike-three call, a check-in on the Padres starting rotation, an update on the wild card standings, and more! Go Padres. Foll...

Andy Pages led off the 10th inning with an RBI double before scoring on Tommy Edman’s single, and the LA Dodgers hung on to open their season series against the Padres with an 8-7 victory.   Will Smith homered and drove in 3 runs in the first of 7 meetings in 11 days between the NL West rivals.   After Pages delivered yet another clutch hit off Wandy Peralta (3-1), Edman brought him home with a bo...

On today's episode, Javier is recapping this weekend's (pretty boring?) series against the Brewers and answering your questions in the mailbag! Javi breaks down some effective starts from the backend of the Padres rotation (Randy Vasquez, Ryan Bergert, Stephen Kolek), Luis Arraez being on a hot streak, Manny Machado carrying the Padres offense, the biggest issue with the Padres lineup not scoring...

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ----- Tthe Padres and Brewers will play the 3rd and final game of this series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 10:05am PT.   Ryan Bergert (1-0 2.00 ERA) will take the mound for the Padres, facing the Brewers’ Freddy Peralta (5-4, 2.92 ERA)   Your PADRES POSTCAST- hosted by Jim GIES" Grieshaber- comes your way LIVE' right after the game. -...

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ----- Tthe Padres head to Milwaukee to face the Brewers in Game 2 of this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 5:10pm PT.   Stephen Kolek (3-1 3.47 ERA) will take the mound for the Padres, facing the Brewers’ Jose Quintana (4-1, 2.77 ERA)   Your PADRES POSTCAST- hosted by Jim GIES" Grieshaber- comes your way LIVE' right after th...

On today's super fun episode, Javier is joined by Aram Leighton (co-founder of Just Baseball, host of the Call Up podcast) to discuss the latest in the Padres farm system! The two focus on the players that cracked the top-100 list (Leodalis De Vries, Ethan Salas), what makes both prospects fascinating in their own ways, the general issues with overhyping prospects when they're so young, the lack o...

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber   ----- Tthe Padres head to Milwaukee to face the Brewers for a 3-game series starting tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 5:10pm PT.   Randy Vasquez (3-4 3.99 ERA) will take the mound for the Padres, facing the Brewers’ Chad Patrick (3-4, 2.97 ERA)   Your PADRES POSTCAST- hosted by Jim GIES" Grieshaber- comes your way LIVE' right after...

On today's episode, Javier is back (ACTUALLY FOR REAL THIS TIME!!!!!!) to discuss the Padres splitting a series against the Giants, among other things! Javi breaks down a disappointing final game and start from Dylan Cease, Fernando Tatis Jr showing some signs of returning to form, a slew of injuries (Dylan Cease, Luis Arraez, Xander Bogaerts), the infuriating catcher situation, Manny Machado reac...

Manny Machado went 4-4, including a 2-run game-tying single with 2 outs in the 9th inning, and Jake Cronenworth knocked in the go-ahead run in the 10th as the Padres stole a big game from the Giants by the score of 3-2.   Just a day after the Padres won the series opener 1-0 in 10 innings, the Pads & Giants went to extras again.   This time the Padres had to beat Giants’ closer Camilo Duval in the...

MLB playoff race heats up as underdogs challenge favorites. Are the Dodgers and Astros locks for October, or could surprising contenders like the Rangers and Pirates shake things up? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze current playoff positions, potential fallers, and intriguing statistics. The hosts debate the Twins' chances, the Mariners' struggles, and the impact of the expanded wild...

Stephen Kolek and the Padres bullpen pitched 10 scoreless innings, & Jose Iglesias’ sacrifice fly scored automatic runner Jake Cronenworth in the top of the 10th inning, as the Pads squeaked by the Giants 1-0 to win the opener of this very important 4-game series series at San Francisco.   The win gives the Padres a 2-game lead over the Giants in the NL West, and it also moves them to within a gam...

Manny Machado homered and drove in the go-ahead run, the bullpen pitched 6 2/3 brilliant innings in back of Randy Vasquez, and the Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4 in their series finale at Petco Park.   The Pads trailed 4-2 heading into the 7th inning, but Pirates’ relievers Tanner Rainey and Caleb Ferguson imploded with 4 walks and the Padres bats suddenly came to life with a 4-run rally t...