Braden reacts to the announcement that WWE is returning to San Diego and breaks down how the Padres’ upcoming schedule presents a great chance to keep pace in the standings despite their recent injuries.

Braden discusses how the Padres are treading water while waiting for key players to return from injury. He also explains why Gavin Sheets has earned more playing time with his reliable early-season production.

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Braden opens the week discussing the scary injury to Luis Arraez and how the Padres’ impressive early-season depth is being put to the test.

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Braden continues to defend Xander Bogaerts and explains why the heavy criticism directed at the veteran shortstop is unwarranted.

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Braden compares Kyle Hart to Matt Waldron and debates whether Gavin Sheets should be in the lineup every day based on his recent performance.

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Luis Arraez is officially placed on the 7-day concussion IL, and the Padres recall INF Mason McCoy. Braden reacts to the updated lineup and explains why San Diego can still weather the storm. Plus, a breakdown of SDSU’s disappointing AztecFAST showcase and a full scouting report on the Detroit Tigers ahead of this afternoon’s series opener in the Motor City.

Luis Arraez is officially placed on the 7-day concussion IL, and the Padres call up Mason McCoy from Triple-A El Paso. With a depleted lineup, Braden explains why San Diego still has enough to compete. He also breaks down what went wrong with SDSU’s AztecFAST showcase and gives a deep scouting report on the Detroit Tigers ahead of this afternoon’s series opener.

Braden continues to defend Xander Bogaerts against the wave of early-season criticism and lays out why the veteran infielder's value goes far beyond the box score. Is the frustration around his contract clouding fair analysis of his performance?

Braden compares the early-season performances of Kyle Hart and Matt Waldron and debates who deserves the fifth starter spot long-term. Plus, should Gavin Sheets be in the Padres' lineup every day?

Braden opens the week reacting to the scary injury Luis Arraez suffered over the weekend and how the Padres’ impressive early-season depth is now facing a serious test. Can they keep pace atop the standings without one of their key bats?

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Braden examines how the Padres’ role players have stepped up in the early going and whether the team’s dominant pitching staff can sustain their success as the season progresses.

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Braden outlines the biggest issue facing SDSU football right now and previews this weekend’s Padres-Astros series with Brandon Scott.

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The Padres have overtaken the Dodgers in multiple national MLB Power Rankings—Braden discusses how they got there and whether it’s sustainable. Plus, a full recap of this past week across Major League Baseball.

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A complete scouting report on the Houston Astros ahead of their matchup with the Padres, including insight into Houston’s elite pitching and early-season offensive struggles. Braden also provides a full Padres minor league update—including Leo De Vries’ return—and is joined by Drake Hills to preview San Diego FC at Charlotte FC and break down how the MLS transfer window works.

Braden kicks off the hour with a full scouting report on the Houston Astros ahead of this weekend’s showdown with the Padres. From dominant pitching to an underperforming offense, Houston is still figuring itself out—but remains dangerous. Braden also highlights the return of Padres top prospect Leo De Vries, who homered in his first game back for High-A Fort Wayne. Plus, a full Padres minor league report across all levels, and Drake Hills joins the show to recap San Diego FC vs Colorado Rapids and preview tomorrow’s match at Charlotte FC—including a breakdown of how the MLS transfer window works.

Braden discusses how the Padres have officially overtaken the Dodgers in several national MLB Power Rankings and what it says about their red-hot start. Plus, a full recap of the biggest stories from around Major League Baseball this week—including early surprises, top performers, and disappointing starts.