The Darren Smith Show

MLB analyst Mark Sweeney discussed the Padres recent struggles and why pitching is a bigger concern, why Juan Soto makes everyone better & Machado expectations the final two months.

Hour 3- Mark Sweeney discusses Manny Machado's confidence comment and why the bigger issue is the pitching, SD Loyal have a big win, tv listings.

Hour 2- Tim Kurkjian says the Padres spectacular trades will pay dividends soon, the text line is on fire, we hear from Bob Melvin, who else hears the heavy breathing?

ESPN's Tim Kurkjian on Padres stunning trades for Soto, Bell and Hader, what makes Juan Soto so uncommonly advanced, why the Padres will figure it out soon & why no one's catching the Dodgers.

Hour 1- Nothing went right for the Padres in a miserable weekend versus the Dodgers, Wil Myers is right, Manny f'ing Machado has some things to say.

Matt Vasgersian discussed player reaction around the league to Juan Soto to San Diego, the Dodgers depth and what made Vin Scully so unique as a legendary broadcaster with the gift of stories and action.

Hour 2- Dennis Lin recaps an incredible week for the Padres, we hear how Vin Scully encouraged Don Orsillo to go to San Diego, #AskDarren

Dennis Lin discussed the Padres significant playoff chances after adding Soto and Hader, where Tatis fits when he returns, if Seidler's spending is sustainable & which internal free agent is biggest priority.

Hour 1- Padres GM AJ Preller joins the show after incredible week that landed Juan Soto, what Padre players compares to Preller? Massive Padres vs. Dodgers series.