For years, Padres fans really only had potential to hang their hats on. San Diego's minor league system was regarded as one of the best in the game for a good while. Now, the big league club is expected to compete for a World Series title.
But, that certainly does not mean we can take our eyes off the farm.
Still the lifeblood of a big league ballclub, the minor leagues can be the difference in a parade or a somber off-season. Nobody knows the Padres system (outside the San Diego front office) like the folks at MadFriars. On a new On Friar Podcast, John Conniff shares his thoughts on the state of the system.
LISTEN: 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. Tap here to find On Friar wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Which youngsters will be able to make an impact in 2023? Who's the big deal we might not know about now but will be a household name by October? And is this the year catcher Luis Campusano finally fulfills his immense potential? We discuss all that and a whole lot more.
LISTEN: 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. Tap here to find On Friar wherever you listen to podcasts.
