Locked On Padres - Daily Podcast On The San Diego Padres

San Diego Padres strengthen their lineup with the signing of Miguel Andújar, a bat who crushed left-handed pitching last season. Is Andújar the missing piece for the Padres’ struggling offense or another needless bargain-bin gamble? Javier Reyes examines Andújar’s career resurgence, his versatility across third base and outfield, and whether his metrics suggest lasting impact or a lucky hot streak.
Other topics raised by Reyes include the Padres continued reliance on low strikeout hitters, the comparison with other failed veteran pickups, the ongoing need for power to match playoff contenders, trade-offs between expected stats and clutch performance, upcoming World Baseball Classic storylines for Padres stars, and the brewing excitement over a potential franchise sale—with Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob among rumored bidders. Go Padres.
00:00 — Intro
1:25 — Padres Sign Miguel Andújar
10:04 — Andújar Concerns & Critique
22:13 — Other News & Padres Sale
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San Diego Padres’ farm system depth sparks concern as the team eyes a competitive NL West run. Can Ethan Salas and rising prospects Kruz Schoolcraft and Kash Mayfield step up to fill critical roster gaps, or will recent blockbuster trades—like dealing Leo De Vries for Mason Miller—come back to haunt A.J. Preller’s long-term strategy?
Host Javier Reyes dissects Keith Law’s latest prospect rankings and weighs the true cost of a depleted minor league system for the Padres’ 2026 outlook and beyond. Key topics include asset management, bullpen volatility, the ongoing ripple effects of trading away top talent, some listener questions about how San Diego can navigate payroll constraints while staying competitive, and more! Go Padres.
00:00 — Intro
1:24 — The Issue With the Padres and Farm Systems
09:59 — Prospect Rankings & Depth Analysis
22:03 — Listener Questions & Padres Outlook
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A.J. Preller’s contract uncertainty looms large for the San Diego Padres—will the architect of MLB’s most exciting GM secure an extension, or is a seismic front office shift on the horizon? Javier Reyes tackles Preller’s polarizing legacy, debating whether his aggressive scouting and blockbuster trades (with a focus on Mason Miller, in particular) outweigh criticism over prospects and postseason results. The conversation heats up around big-name deals like Xander Bogaerts and Juan Soto, with fans questioning if “World Series or bust” is a fair bar. Reyes breaks down payroll flexibility, pitching targets, chemistry vs. talent, and more! Go Padres.
00:00 - Intro 
1:05 - AJ Preller’s Extension Debate
10:02 - Ownership Uncertainty & Roster Moves
18:55 - Mailbag: Preller Critiques & Padres Direction
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San Diego Padres brace for NL West shakeup as Luis Arraez signs a one-year deal with the rival San Francisco Giants. Will the Padres regret letting the three-time batting champ walk as he bolsters a Giants lineup featuring Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman? Javier Reyes breaks down how Arraez’s fit in San Francisco could tip the wild card race and why the Padres may actually benefit by targeting more power at first base instead of doubling down on contact hitters.
Key discussion points include San Diego’s shifting contention window, the volatility of the Padres’ offense with stars like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado, supermax contracts, the Padres’ ownership situation, the team’s approach to small ball versus power hitting, and more! Go Padres.
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The San Diego Padres ride a wave of offseason uncertainty—are they quietly primed for another postseason run? Javier Reyes and guest Jake Garegnani of CBS Sports San Diego break down the Padres rollercoaster offseason, with insightful takes on the Michael King re-signing, the lingering questions around Yu Darvish’s potential retirement, and the potential impact of new faces like Sung-Mun Song. What does this shifting roster mean for San Diego’s pursuit of the Dodgers in the NL West?
Key topics include Craig Stammen’s influence as manager, the ongoing search for a reliable DH with Javi's favorite offseason player in Rhys Hoskins, salary-relief trade rumors involving Jake Cronenworth and Nick Pivetta. Plus, the two touch on the Padres offensive approach under a new coaching staff and how the team plans to maximize Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts. Go Padres.
0:00 – Intro

0:58 — Padres Offseason Vibes
5:40 – Free Agency & Roster Holes
14:06 – Big Questions & Predictions
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