The eve of the 2021 MLB Trade Deadline brought complete and utter mayhem, and a cruel rollercoaster ride for the Friar Faithful. Max Scherzer was a Padre, and then he wasn't. Derek and Darnay relive the saga and react to news of the Dodgers swiping the Nationals ace and bringing in another major talent in the process. 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Friar, A San Diego Sports Wrap Podcast

The Padres Had Scherzer, and Then They Didn't

With a little over a week to go until the Trade Deadline mercifully arrives Derek and Darnay look back at the last week, and ahead at potential moves that will shape the Padres for the home stretch of 2021. The guys assess the start of the second half, performances from starting pitchers, and the state of the roster heading into the deadline (1:33). There are some enticing names on the market, but at what cost? Darnay asks Derek which prospects he'd be willing to part with (24:18). After a few thoughts on everyone's favorite trade target they do a round of Three Up, Three Down featuring rain, Jurickson Profar and one golden haired infielder (43:20). 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Assessing the Cost of Improving the Padres as the Deadline Approaches

The dust has settled on the All-Star break and the second half is upon us. Derek and Darnay take inventory of the ups and downs so far in 2021 - from the bullpen to struggling stars, health issues and second year studs. After assessing the good and bad from the first half they discuss the position the Padres are in and what needs to be done (looking at you A.J.) to get the team where everyone expected them to be come October.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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ups and Downs and What it All Means as the Second Half Arrives

It was the most improbable home run in San Diego Padres history. Daniel Camarena, a relief pitcher, hit a grand slam off future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer in what turned out to be the biggest comeback in Friars history. In a special episode of the OnFriar Podcast we talk with Daniel's brother Louie, who explains how tragedy led to triumph for a true San Diego baseball family.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SLAMARENA! Daniel Camarena's Brother Shares the Emotional Story Behind A Grand Slam and a Family's Perseverance

Mike Petriello of MLB.com joins the guys to offer his insight on All-Star festivities and the Padres' needs at the deadline. First they get into the Tatis-less Home Run Derby (1:32), before discussing the otherworldly season Shohei Ohtani is having (7:58). What are the Padres' biggest needs at the trade deadline? Mike weighs in, with some thoughts on a few names that are often brought up by the Friar Faithful (11:44). Then they shift their focus to the All-Star Game, players headed to Coors Field and Manny's snub (21:17). Where is Tatis on the list of players you'd pay to see? Mike ranks the star shortstop and projects the NL MVP race (36:29). The guys discuss the National League West and the exciting finish to the regular season that could be on the way (44:35). We wrap up by hearing from Padres reliever Pierce Johnson on Tatis' latest defensive gem, the swag chain, bullpen use and breaking balls (51:01).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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Talking Deadline, All-Star and Derby with Mike Petriello, Catching Up with Pierce Johnson

We are past the midway point of the 2021 MLB season, and have gotten a pretty good grasp of what this team is all about. So who are the Most Valuable Padres? Derek and Darnay started by taking one player off the board, then ranked their top-five, with a few honorable mention selections as well. Where do Manny and Yu land? What about Grisham, Cronenworth and Musgrove? And some surprising names entered the chat. Plus the guys look back on the last week with Three Up, Three Down.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.Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Ranking the Most Valuable Padres Not Named Tatis

Petco Park opened to full capacity on June 17. The Padres have not lost since. Obviously, the Friar Faithful are feeling fantastic but what's the perception in Los Angeles? Longtime radio and TV personality Steve Hartman, who works in both markets, joins the OnFriar Podcast to discuss just that and which moves the Padres should make as the trade deadline approaches.Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

SWEEEEEEEP! Basking in the Padres Dominance Over the Dodgers (and Reds)

A grueling 20-day stretch ended on a down note. Now the slumping Padres have a list of issues that one day off can't fix. Derek and Darnay take a look at their offensive issues, Hosmer's struggles, lack of productivity from reserves, and share some lineup thoughts (2:38). Derek has a player at the top of his wish list come the Trade Deadline, plus a couple others who could make an impact (19:53). This week's Three Up, Three Down features Blake Snell, Jayce Tingler, Joc Pederson, C.J. Abrams, fans at Petco Park and more (30:44).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.

Five Years Since Fernando Became a Friar: Reliving a Trade that Reshaped a Franchise

Before sharing their thoughts on a challenging week Derek and Darnay make an exciting announcement about a special episode of the podcast celebrating the most exciting player in baseball (4:20). The guys discuss the team's longest losing streak of the season (8:34), then pivot to Tommy Pham's collision with Ha-Seong Kim and what to make of the outfielder's reaction after the incident (15:53). Did you agree with Jayce Tingler using Joe Musgrove Sunday? Derek did and explains why he loved the move and the pitcher's response (27:21). They share their takeaways from rough starts for Paddack and Snell (33:57). And they discuss Tatis, dealing with adversity and his similarities to one of the NBA's best clutch performers (41:28).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 Take it on the Chin, Making Sense of a Tumultuous Week

The Padres went on a crazy good run to take over the top spot in the National League West, despite still not having all their key players healthy. Now they're in the midst of a wicked stretch of games with one day off in a month so it's time to start trying a new pitching strategy. OnFriar Podast hosts Derek Togerson and Darnay Tripp discuss the merits of a 6-man rotation, how they won 9 straight, and whether or not they can get through their upcoming gauntlet and stay in 1st place.

9-Game Winning Streaks and 6-Man Rotations For 1st Place Padres

The Padres put together a 6-game winning streak without all their top players. As the regulars return the question must be asked: have we seen the best of this club yet? That's a major topic on the latest OnFriar Podcast. NBC 7's Derek Togerson and Darnay Tripp dive into the Padres potential and hand out their Three Up, Three Down for a very productive week.

Everything (Almost) Going Right for the Red-Hot Padres

A challenging couple days are behind the Padres, with some anxious times ahead. Derek and Darnay discuss COVID-19's impact on the team, and how they're getting by without Tatis, Myers, Hosmer and company. Then they turn their attention to the performances of Yu Darvish and Blake Snell in their doubleheader against the Rockies (11:27). The guys do another round of Three Up, Three Down featuring Nola, Kim, Pham and more (19:49). Sarah Langs of MLB.com joins the podcast to take a deep dive into the numbers (34:39). They begin by discussing the exciting crop of young players, and where Tatis stands in that group. Langs shares insight on Padres' baserunning, Statcast figures that pop, trends and plenty 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. 

Anxious Days for the Padres, Crunching Numbers with Sarah Langs

Baseball America's Kyle Glaser joins the guys to explain why fans should feel really good about where the Padres are, despite the challenges they've faced through 32 games. Derek and Darnay ask him about the brilliance of Yu Darvish (8:17), before they turn their attention to the bullpen and Tim Hill (16:48). What needs to happen for MacKenzie Gore to get the call? Kyle shares his thoughts on that, as well as some other minor leaguers to keep an eye on (27:36). Plus some chatter on offensive struggles (40:06) and the scuffling Dodgers (48:15). Then they wrap up with Three Up, Three Down featuring Ha-Seong Kim, Dinelson Lamet, base running 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.

On the Bright Side of these Imperfect Padres with Kyle Glaser

Those seven games in 10 days against Los Angeles were everything we hoped for (and more). But beating up on the Diamondbacks on Wednesday might be an even better sign the Padres are starting to get things together. In this week's OnFriar Podcast, NBC 7's Derek Togerson and Darnay Tripp talk about how the West will REALLY be won, offer advice for a superstar, and get some insight from Padres Hall of Famer Randy Jones on the state of pitching in today's Major League Baseball.

Fallout From the Dodgers Series: Are the Padres Primed to Go on a Roll?

With NBC 7 San Diego's Darnay Tripp and Derek Togerson behind the mic, On Friar will cover all things San Diego Padres. Interviews, analysis, behind the scenes...the ups, downs, and everything in between.