Not enough Padres lived up to the numbers on the backs of their baseball cards in 2023. Who will exceed expectations in 2024? Derek and Darnay take a look at projections for this year's group. Will Xander Bogaerts settle in? Will Manny Machado bounce back? Will Jake Cronenworth return to All-Star form? Will Fernando Tatis Jr. return to MVP-level production at the plate? The guys weigh in on what's anticipated from Padres top hitters and arms this year.

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