Braden takes a closer look at the National League West, how the standings are shaping up, and whether the Padres — despite their injuries — have what it takes to finish on top. Can they keep pace with the Dodgers and Giants, or will they have to focus on a Wild Card path?

Braden opens Tuesday's show by breaking down the Padres’ growing injury list and what it means for their long-term outlook. With key players sidelined and depth being tested, is it time for fans to press the panic button — or is it still too early for full-blown concern?

Braden takes the final calls on Xander Bogaerts before taking a look at a surprising quote made by Cam Ward as he joins the Tennessee Titans

Braden looks at other big money Shortstops and how they have been performing this season before discussing Shedeur Sanders' drop in the NFL Draft and Eddie Brown from the Union Tribune calls in to take a wider look at the 2025 NFL Draft

Braden explains to the listeners and callers why Xander Bogaerts is your best option right now and Frank gives today's Sports Thread

Braden opens the show by trying to talk Padres fans off the ledge after being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend and Braden discusses and takes calls on whether or not Xander Bogaerts is hurting the team as much as the fans think he is.

Braden kicks off Friday reacting to Kyle Hart being optioned and breaks down why Petco Park remains a massive advantage for the Padres. He dives into the “next man up” mentality in San Diego and explains why the Dodgers' depth might be overrated. In Hour 3, Braden explores the Padres’ historic shutout pace — tied with legendary teams like the ‘92 Braves and ‘58 Yankees — and asks whether Fernando Tatis Jr. is now the best all-around player in the game. Then in Hour 4, a wild week in MLB is recapped, from the 16-run inning at Wrigley to Mike Trout’s 484-foot blast. Padres-Rays series preview and Drake Hills joins the show to preview San Diego FC vs. Real Salt Lake and explains the complexities of soccer’s in-season competitions.

Braden wraps up the week with an action-packed MLB recap — from the Cubs and Diamondbacks combining for a record-breaking 16-run inning at Wrigley, to Mike Trout’s moonshot and Francisco Lindor making shortstop history. Plus, the Padres' 7 shutouts in 24 games draw comparisons to historic teams. A preview of Padres vs. Rays at Petco Park and Drake Hills joins the show to explain San Diego FC’s busy competition slate and what in-season soccer tournaments mean for fans.

Braden dives deep into the Padres' early-season dominance on the mound, with 7 shutouts in 24 games — tying an MLB record shared with iconic teams like the ‘92 Braves and ‘58 Yankees. Are the Padres’ arms October-ready already? Plus, Fernando Tatis Jr. is putting together the most complete season of his career — is he now MLB’s best all-around player? Braden breaks down the data that shows Tatis could be on a 50-50 pace and making a legit MVP case.