Braden breaks down the Padres' resurgence as key players return from injury, pushing them from contenders to legitimate postseason threats. Plus, he dives into the hype around 18-year-old phenom Leo De Vries and why his MLB debut might not be far off. Braden also maps out the loaded NL playoff picture—can the Padres survive the most competitive league in baseball?

Braden dives into the brilliance of Luis Arraez and why his contributions often go beyond the box score. From elite bat-to-ball skills to clubhouse impact, Braden discusses whether the Padres should consider extending him long-term.

Braden kicks off the show explaining why he believes the San Diego Padres are legitimate World Series contenders. From their consistent execution to strong leadership in the dugout, Braden breaks down what makes this team so well-coached and dangerous heading into May.

In this week’s jam-packed episode of the 97.3 The Fan Padres Roundtable, brought to you by San Diego Round Table Pizza, Ben & Woods, Chris Ello, Matt Skraby, Paul Reindl, and Braden Surprenant discuss everything Padres as they head into a crucial 9-game, 10-day road trip through Pittsburgh, New York, and Colorado. What would define a successful trip? How do the Padres stay competitive through a tough stretch of games?

The team also dives deep into the latest Padres hot takes:

Catching Controversy: Is Mike Shildt too focused on defense behind the plate? Why is Luis Campusano being overlooked, and what does Ethan Salas’ rise mean for the future?

Leo De Vries: The 18-year-old shortstop is making waves in High-A—should the Padres fast-track him like they did with Jackson Merrill?

Rivalry Draft: The crew drafts the most hated rivals after the Dodgers. Giants, Rockies, Phillies, and even the '98 Yankees all get some love in this hilarious segment.

Plus, they cover:

The Padres’ recent offensive slump and Tyler Wade's unsung heroics

AJ Preller’s roster decisions and how much lineup roles matter when depth pieces step up

Tatis’ struggles and how to avoid pressing in tough stretches

And don’t miss the crew's thoughts on pitching strategy, rotation moves, and the Padres’ biggest rivals—this episode is packed with insight, humor, and, of course, hot takes!

On this edition of the Braden Surprenant Show, Braden breaks down Xander Bogaerts’ standout performance last night and takes calls from listeners who share their thoughts on the star shortstop’s impact. Later in the show, Braden dives into whether or not Nick Pivetta was tipping his pitches in last night's matchup and what that means for the Padres moving forward. Finally, a deep dive into the Padres' catching production—do the team's catchers need to step up offensively for the team to continue succeeding?

In Hour 2 of the April 30 edition of the Braden Surprenant Show, Braden examines whether or not Nick Pivetta was tipping his pitches in last night’s game. Could this be the reason for the Padres’ offensive success? Braden dives into the details and gives his take on how to counteract pitchers who may be giving away too much information. Plus, a look at the Padres' catching situation: Do the team’s backstops need to provide more offensive firepower to help the team win?

In the first hour of the April 30 edition of the Braden Surprenant Show, Braden dives into Xander Bogaerts’ standout performance from last night’s game. Was this a sign of the veteran infielder hitting his stride? Braden breaks down the key moments of Bogaerts’ big game and what it could mean for the Padres moving forward. Plus, listeners call in to share their thoughts on Bogaerts and the Padres’ current performance.

Braden opens the show discussing the mounting injuries for the Padres and whether it’s time to hit the panic button. In Hour 2, he takes a deep dive into the NL West race and the Padres’ chances of winning the division. Hour 3 takes a delicious turn with a full-blown debate on buffalo wings and the always-entertaining Midday Sports Standoff. In the final hour, Braden previews the Padres-Giants series, highlights a stat affecting the Timberwolves-Lakers series (spoiler: Luka’s defense), and explains how the Padres’ roster mirrors other NL contenders.

Braden sets the stage for Padres vs. Giants with a full series preview and breaks down one underrated stat shaping the Timberwolves-Lakers series—hint: Luka’s defense is a factor. Plus, a quick dive into roster construction and why the Padres mirror the formula of every legit NL contender.

It’s a spicy lunchtime edition as buffalo wing debates take over the show! Braden dives into hot wing preferences before shifting into the always-entertaining Midday Sports Standoff. Come for the flavor, stay for the fierce sports takes.