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Podcast by Donavan and Roy

Donavan and Roy


    • May 20, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 3m AVG DURATION
    • 276 EPISODES

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    The Friars on the Farm podcast is a must-listen for any San Diego Padres fan who wants to stay updated and informed about their talented farm system. Hosted by Donavan and Roy, this podcast offers in-depth coverage of the minor league players in the Padres organization, providing listeners with valuable insights and analysis that goes beyond just discussing the top prospects.

    One of the best aspects of The Friars on the Farm podcast is the wealth of information it provides about the Padres' farm system. Unlike other podcasts that focus solely on hyping up star prospects like MacKenzie Gore, Donavan and Roy dive deep into the entire farm system, giving listeners a comprehensive understanding of each level and player's development. From Triple-A El Paso to Single-A Fort Wayne, no stone is left unturned as they discuss various players' progress, strengths, weaknesses, and potential impact in the major leagues.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its entertainment value. Donavan and Roy not only have extensive knowledge about Padres minor league baseball but also possess an engaging and charismatic hosting style that keeps listeners hooked. Their chemistry is evident as they banter back and forth, making each episode enjoyable to listen to while still delivering insightful content. The addition of interviews with current or former players adds depth to the podcast, allowing fans to gain a personal connection with these athletes as they share their experiences in coming up through the Padres' farm system.

    While The Friars on the Farm podcast excels in many areas, one potential downside is that it may not appeal to casual baseball fans or those who are not specifically interested in minor league baseball. As it focuses solely on the Padres' farm system, some listeners may find themselves wanting more coverage of the major league club or other broader topics within baseball. Additionally, while there is nothing inherently negative about this podcast itself, some technical issues with audio quality or inconsistent release schedules can occasionally detract from an otherwise enjoyable listening experience.

    In conclusion, The Friars on the Farm podcast is a standout in the realm of minor league baseball podcasts. Donavan and Roy's expertise and passion for Padres minor league ball shine through each episode, making it a highly informative and entertaining listen for fans looking to gain a deeper understanding of the team's farm system. Despite some minor drawbacks, this podcast is well worth tuning into for any dedicated San Diego Padres follower.



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    FOTF_274-Vedder Off Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 67:17


    Zamo Shirt Link https://chihuahuas.milbstore.com/products/chihuahuas-manager-tee-goteez MLB Minute- Vedder Cup Why? Go HOME!! MiLB Minute- Leodalis de Vries is rising on the prospect lists AFFILIATE RUNDOWN ACL- Victor Figueroa is set the complex league on fire Storm- Kash Mayfield leaves his start in the second inning TinCaps- Nerwillian Cedeno is coming alive Missions- Brandon Valenzuela has a career week Chihuahuas- Jackson Wolf is howling in the PCL

    Episode-273 Weathering the Storm /El Paso Child Crisis Center Director Andrew Castaneda

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 70:03


    Shirt Fundraiser Link: Link https://chihuahuas.milbstore.com/products/chihuahuas-manager-tee-goteez MLB Minute: Tirso Ornelas and Ryan Bergert get the call!! MiLB Minute: Leodalis De Vries makes history and is Player of the month. Affiliate Rundown: Storm- New names are making waves TinCaps: Rosman Verdugo is finding his power Leo makes history Tyson Neighbors is a beast Missions: Jagger Haynes is finding his footing Chihuahuas: Reiss Knehr has made an stellar transition to the bullpen

    Episode-272 Debuts Up & Down the System

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 65:41


    Here's the link to the Shirts: https://chihuahuas.milbstore.com/products/chihuahuas-manager-tee-goteez Link to 12 Gauge Trixie Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7zAoZyGJDCR1CCNxNNKJTR MLB Minute: Best Start Eva!! MiLB News: Devin Ortiz Texas League Player of the Week Affiliate Rundown: Storm: Kash Mayfield is Money, Boston Bateman debuts and King Jr. keeps hitting. TinCaps: Clark Candiotti debuts and Pinales shines. Rosman Verdugo has a day. Missions: Starting staff is finding it's way while the bullpen leads the way! Sanabria picks up where he left off! Chihuahuas: Francis Pena debuts and throws smoke, Kolek bounces back and Camy crushing it. Program Note: New format and episode release announcement.

    Episode-271 MiLB Opening Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 48:33


    The boys talk about the unfriendly confines of Wrigley Field. Oscar Gonzales get's added to the 40 man roster but at the cost of Tom Cosgrove. The shirts are in EL Paso but we are waiting for a link to post. Affiliate Rundown Storm: Some bright spots in a tough Opening Weekend TinCaps: De Vries shines in debut Missions: a Trio of Tanks Chihuahuas: Ryan Bergert has another strong start

    Episode 270-Kyle Glaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 42:08


    MLB's Kyle Glaser returns to the pod. He talk's about the Padres terrific start and what he think contributes to the team winning. We then discuss the Guys that didn't make the Club. Yes Tirso talk again. The Padres are contending and right now there is no room for a rookie to develop in the Major Leagues. He also says the veterans that were signed have been there before and have a value. He tells us what he thinks Eguy's value is. With a loaded infield he's the odd man out. We also review what talent is pushing to contribute to the big League Club. Affiliate Rundown.

    Friars on the Farm Ep.269 Roster Roast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 55:09


    We will be fundraising for The Child Crisis Center of El Paso with the Pete Zamora shirt. All funds after the team store pay for cost will go to the Child Crisis Center of El Paso Donate: https://childcrisiscenterofelpaso.org/ Spring training is over and the roster is set for the beginning of the season. Roy and Donavan try to make sense of Prellers roster choices. They discuss what they think will happen to Rguy, Tyler Wade and what Tirso Ornelas has to do to get his first Big League call up. Then they discuss the pitching staff and what prospects were surprises in camp.

    FOTF_268-Spring Is In The Air

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 39:20


    FOTF_268-Spring Is In The Air by Donavan and Roy

    Episode-268 Spring is in the Air

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 39:20


    Spring Training is here! Donavan and Roy breakdown the position battles and prospects that are having strong starts and who's turning heads.

    EP.267- David Lamm-Omaha the Bat Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 72:40


    David Lamm owner and trainer of Omaha the Bat Dog joins the show! Dave talks about the origins of Omaha and raising her and then begin the training. There are a lots of funny story's where mistakes become a part of the fun!

    Episode-266 MadFriars Clark Fahrenthold Top 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 68:43


    New MadFriars Correspondent Clark Fehrenthold joins Roy and Donavan to dive deep his first Top 30 prospect list. He explains his methodology and the we dive deep into the list.

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    Episode-265 El Paso Chihuahua's Manager Pete Zamora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 60:10


    El Paso Chihuahuas Manager Pete Zamora joins Donavan and Roy. He talks about his playing career and getting the Complex coaching job with the Padres. Then we get into his first year Managing in AAA. How he balances playing time with development. The communicating with the Padres is a constant. We then get into Players: Zamo talked about Eguy Rosario and Tirso Ornelas. Tirso could make the opening day roster and Eguy although still young is close to being a everyday player in the big Leagues. We then ask about the arms in the Bullpen. Omar Cruz, Jayvien Sandridge could push for a spot in the bullpen.

    Episode-264 Ft. Wayne Tincaps Pitching Coach Thomas Eshelman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 69:05


    Donavan and Roy catch up with TinCaps {Pitching coach Thomas Eshelman. Esh talsk about his playing career, the ups and the downs and making his MLB debut. He then transitions into coaching. He talks about The progress Jagger Haynes made in his first full season healthy! He talks at length about Jagger and Braden Nett. Where they are in their development and what to expect going into next year. He tells us about the role catcher's Colton Bender, Anthony Villar and Ethan Salas have on helping pitchers grow. Merch: get 30% percent off https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=FOTF

    Episode-263 Jagger Haynes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 59:29


    Jagger Haynes returns to the show!! He tells Donavan and Roy it took a village to help him rehab and rebound from Tommy John surgery. Jagger finds a mentor and friendship in Jordan Guerrero. He posted every start and finished the season with a career high in innings and Strike outs! Jagger talks at length on what went right in the season and what went wrong! along with what the goals are for 2025!

    FOTF_262-Raul Padron Interview (1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 51:06


    El Paso Hitting coach Raul Padron joins Donavan and Roy! He discusses the strides Triso Ornelas made and if he could impact the Big League club. He talks about the benefits of playing Winter Ball. What the level of competition is. Can Luis Campusano stick in the majors. We talk about the players that should end up in AAA in 2025 and more!

    Episode-261 Jack Costello Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 39:08


    MLB Minute- Merrill robbed of Rookie of the Year Honors MiLB News- Rule 5 protections  Ryan Bergert, Omar Cruz and Henry Baez are added to the 40 man to be protected from the Rule 5 draft Jack Costello Interview. Jack talks about going to USD and falling in love with San Diego. Getting drafted and starting his Pro career.

    FOTF_260-Peter Flaherty Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 73:18


    MLB Minute- Mike Shildt and Reuben Niebla sign extension MiLB News- AFL Fall Stars Roki Sasaki Interview Peter Flaherty writes the Padres prospect list and draft for Baseball America.

    FOTF_259-Leodalis DeVries and Romeo Sanabria.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 50:25


    Roy and Donavan are back!! They discuss the Padres playoff run and payroll projections for 2025. A International prospect the Padres were gonna sign falsified his age. Donavan makes a trip out to the AFL: Pitch challenge check swing challenge. Then Donavan speaks to Leodalis De Vries and Romeo Sanabria.

    Episode #258: Storm Manager Lukas Ray

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 92:31


    Roy and Donavan discuss what the Padres receive if Jackson Merrill wins the Rookie of the Year award. Old Friend Lake Bachar makes his MLB debut with the Marlins. Braedon Karpathios is Cal League player of the Month. A: Durfee, Costello, Roberts and King all raking A+: Tyler Robertson has returned of fire!! AA: Baez earns his fourth win. AAA: Sandridge, Gillaspie, Davis punch out 12 in relief. Lake Elsinore Storm Manager Lukas Ray interview.

    Episode #257: Dylan Sinn Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 43:48


    TinCaps Beat writer Dylan Sinn returns to the Show. Dylan talks about the impact first time manager Mike Daly has on the team. We go down the roster and touch on several players that are now in AA. Henry Baez, Bradgley Rodriguez and Romeo Sanabria. Dylan then tells us how Jagger Haynes kept his focus early in the season when he struggled. Joshua Mears trun around and So Much More!!

    Episode #256: Clutch Kings and a Berzerk Bat Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 56:52


    Merrill and Profar are the Clutch Kings!!. Joshua Mears is promoted to San Antonio. Lily the bat dog does what she wants!! A: Sean Barnett & B.Y. Choi hit their first Affiliate Home runs A+: The pitching is Primo and Salas continues to rake. AA: Cole Cummings has a career day. AAA: Kollar Cools for a game & Cosgrove continues his run.

    Episode #255: A Walk-Off Blast, A No-Hitter, and Lamar King, Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 63:51


    Ryan Bergert wins Texas League pitcher of the Week. California League managers name Leodalis De Vries most exciting player in the league. A: Karp walks in off, Lamar King Interview A+: Braden Nett delivers career high strikeouts. AA: Missions throw a combined No-Hitter. AAA: Kollar hit's 100 Innings pitched

    Episode #254: Merrill Madness, Farewells, and New Faces

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 65:15


    Donavan and Roy discuss Jackson Merrill's phenomenal week. Players are released and players moving up the system. De Vries and Mendez are players of the month in the California league. A: New Kids on the Block A+: Ethan Salas is heating up AA: Romeo Sanabria hit's first AA homer AAA: Omar Cruz Cruising

    Episode #253: Trade Deadline Aftermath!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 62:49


    Donavan and Roy breakdown the trades. Draft signings. Players moving up the system. Madfriars interview with Henry Baez. ACL: Humberto Cruz gets going. A: De Vries homers and Campbell walks it off! A+: Haynes Shines, Salas is heating up. AA: Lizarraga goes career long outing. AAA: Kollar Debut's

    Episode #252: All-Stars and Draftees

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 77:14


    All-Star game Draft Padres First Half Affiliate Rundown: ACL: Colton Vincent A: Teen Titans & Walk Off A+: No Hitter AA: Kollar, Krob and Snelling AAA: Tirso Ornelas consistent

    Episode #251: Isaiah Lowe & Jose Luis Reyes Interviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 34:32


    Donavan sit's down with Isaiah Lowe and Jose Luis Reyes.

    Episode #250: LIVE from San Diego, it's Friars on the Farm!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 80:02


    SNELLING & SALAS IN FURTURES GAME AAA AND BIG LEAGUE GAP Jackson Merrill is powering up ACL: Spence Coffman A: EL MUTANTE A+: Enmauel Pinales breaking out AA: Snelling, Krob, Kollar dealing AAA: IS IT TIME FOR A TIRSO CALL UP?

    Episode #249: Sam Whiting and Romeo Sanabria Move up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 72:29


    MLB Minute: Yu Darvish "spreads" the love in Ft. Wayne MiLB News: ABS System will be in every AAA stadium next season ACL: Lamar King Jr. is close to affiliate ready A: Storm play a wild one in Visalia AA: Ausitn Krob Dominates the Sod Poodles AAA: Tirso is tearing it up.

    FOTF_248-Romeo Sanabria & Sam Whiting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 66:58


    15% off all merch with this link: https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=FOTF Yu Darvish is going to Ft. Wayne to make a rehab start The Padres are Padresing again Donavan and Roy discuss if Preller stays even if they make the playoff's. ACL: Yovannki Pascual makes his first start A:Isaiah Lowe continues to shove A+: Lesko tosses 6 scoreless innings AA: Lizarraga K's a career high 10 AAA: Cosgrove is figuring it out Romeo Sanabria and Sam Whiting talk to Donavan

    Episode #247: How Sweep it Is

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 69:52


    Merch Link: https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=FOTF The Big League club finally sweeps a series. Nate Mondou is PCL player of the week. ACL: Johan Moreno shines. A: Leodalis de Vries Is heating up. A+: Jagger Haynes is a beast. AA: Carter Loewen is a K machine. AAA: A crazy comeback win.

    FOTF_246-A Debut and An Exit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 63:13


    Merch Link: 15% off https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=FOTF Debut: Adam Mazur deals in MLB debut 6 IP 1 ER 2 H 2 K 4 BB's 3 GIDP's. Exit: Tucupita Marcano banned for life, Jay Groome suspended for one year for gambling on baseball AJ Cassavell's article on Dylan Lesko MadFriars interview with Victor Lizaragga Affiliate Rundown ACL: when are we going to see Lamar King Jr.? A: Sam Whiting k's 10 A+ :Close to home cooking did Griffin Doersching AA: Jared Kollar K's career high 8. AAA: El Paso last professional team to play and extra innings game.

    FOTF_245-Ryan Wilson & Braedon Karpathios

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 78:20


    15% OFF USING THIS LINK:https://teechip.com/field?coupon=FOTF CODE:FOTF MLB Minute: River Cat Stadium will have renovations to accommodate the A's. MiLB: Parkview to Host MLB X Home Run Derby ACL: Ruben Salinas earned his first win as a pro. A: Ryan Wilson Interview A+: Enmanuel Pinales pitched seven shutout innings, allowed only one hit, zero walks, and struck out a career-high nine. AA: Victor Lizarrga tosses 5 scoreless. AAA: Adam Mazur Growing pians. Bonus: Braeden Karpathios Interview

    Episode #244: Catching Up on MiLB & Youth Baseball News

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 58:01


    The plot thickens with Perfect Games policy of controlling the rights to players likeness. Roy and Donavan JJ Coopers article on what happened to the teams that were contracted. How they rose from contraction and thrived. They also go deeper into JJ's article on the current economics of Minor League players. The improved conditions and pay help players develop. Merch Link: https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=FOTF

    Episode #243: Playing Up (or Down) to the Competition

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 53:25


    The Big league club is playing up to the competition. MadFriars talks to Ryan Bergert ACL: Lamar King is hitting. A: Rosman Verdugo hit's a pair of bombs. A+: Lesko and Haynes takes a step forward. AA: Austin Krob cruises AAA: Adam Mazur makes his PCL debut. Merch Link: https://teechip.com/field?coupon=your_coupon

    Episode #242: Youth Ball Is Supposed To Be Fun

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 69:50


    Merch Link: https://www.teechip.com/field?coupon=your_coupon PROMO: FOTF Roy and Donavan discuss Brit Ghiroli's article on Perfect Game having licensing right to the youth's that play in Perfect Game events. They dive deeper into Nathan Martorella thoughts on hitting at the Wolf. ACL: Maikel Miralles makes his state side debut A: Lowe is on High!! audio of Sam Levitt calling Nick Vogt's triple. A+: HBJ is heating up!! AA: Mazur, Snelling, Krob and Bergert have solid outings. AAA: Sully Smashes

    FOTF_241-Arraez, Solano, and New Old Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 59:02


    Merch Link: https://www.teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store?coupon=your_coupon Use Promo Code FOTF for 10% off The boys discuss the Padres trade that brings Luis Arraez to San Diego. Why it's a win win for both teams and players involved. The ACL opened and MadFriars has a questions for Player Development Director Riley Westman. The Affiliate Rundown ACL: get's going Lake E : Eric Yost is opening eyes Ft. Wayne: Jagger Haynes puts it all together. San Antonio: Could Adam Mazur be a early call up? El Paso: Tirso Turning it on!!

    FOTF_240-DeVries to Lake E

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 57:29


    Leo De Vries is in Lake Elsinore along with J.D. Gonzales and Adan Moreno. Flame Throwing Bradgley Rodriguez heads to High-A. Affiliate Rundown The Storm Ryan Wilson is a on base machine!! Romeo Sanabria just hits. Ft. Wayne Lesko Goes 5 innings Griffin Doersching goes on a rampage. San Antonio Krob, Mazur, Snelling and Lizarraga all have solid starts. El Paso Lake Bachar is making a push for a early call up!

    FOTF_239-Jacksons and Homers and Walk-Offs, Oh My

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 64:50


    Link to Mech Store: https://teechip.com/stores/friarsonthefarm-store In the MLB minute Donavan and Roy Discuss Jackson Merrill and Jackson Churio's historic game. They then discuss the differences in this years team and last years team MiLB News The pro's and cons of Diamond Baseball Holdings buying up Minor League Affiliates. Does it give them too much power? can affiliates be run corporately? Will their success benefit all teams and smaller ownership groups. Affiliate Rundown Interesting arms in Lake E Ft. Wayne Audio of Tyler Robinson hits hit first Home Run San Antonio Audio of the Missions Walk off Wild pitch Mazur continues to deal and Nathan Martorella is still hot! El Paso Graham Pauley hit's two homers Lake Bachar is pushing for a call up early

    Episode #238: A New Season, A New Rundown

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 62:50


    A new Season is here!! We have a new Affiliate Rundown format. Graham Pauley is sent to AAA we have our thoughts on that. A old friend returns via trade. The Missions are stacked!! Dylan Lesko and Ethan Salas are not only battery mates they are roommates. We roll out a new Affiliate Rundown.

    FOTF_237-Cease, Korea, & Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 76:14


    The Boys are BACK! This episode is chalked full. The Korea Series, Jackson Merrill and Graham Pauley make the trip to Korea. #Merrillmadness, SpringBreakout game, MadFriars notes from the Backfields. The Cease trade, MLBPA turmoil, MLB Pipeline's Johnathan Mayo article on the Padres International scouting.

    Episode #237: Dylan Cease, Korea Series, and the latest Padres prospect news

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 76:14


    The Boys are BACK! This episode is chalked full. The Korea Series, Jackson Merrill and Graham Pauley make the trip to Korea. #Merrillmadness, SpringBreakout game, MadFriars notes from the Backfields. The Cease trade, MLBPA turmoil, MLB Pipeline's Johnathan Mayo article on the Padres International scouting.

    Episode #236: Spring Breakout and Roster Discussions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 61:23


    Go to manscaped.com and use code: FRIARS for 20% off + free shipping. Donavan and Roy discuss the roster for MLB's Spring Breakout series. Who Baseball America chose to be a breakout player. There are a few surprises in the cut to the roster. MLB Pipeline comes out with the Padres top 30. Who has the best tools on the list?? It's looking real good for Jackson Merrill to make the opening day roster. We discuss Kevin Acee's article on what qualities the Padres think he possess to make the jump to the Big Leagues.

    Episode # 235 - Spring Training with Sam Leavitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 63:04


    Go to manscaped.com and use code FRIARS for 20% off + free shipping. Roy returns from Spring Training and reports on what he saw in the back fields. the boys discuss what they think the Padres should do with Jackson Merrill's development. Roy sits down with Sam Levitt and talks about his joureny to being the Padres pre and post game show host.

    FOTF #234: Raul Padron, El Paso Hitting Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 62:09


    Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code FRIARS at Manscaped.com. El Paso Hitting coach Raul Padron returns to the show. He spent the off season coaching in the Venezuelan League. He discusses the growth he had coaching so many veteran players. He then discusses Eguy, Campusano and then he chooses which players had the best traits at the plate and defense.

    Episode #234 - PLNU + Padres Biomechanics Lab

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 30:41


    Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code FRIARS at Manscaped.com. Director of the PLNU Biomechanics Lab Arnel Aguinaldo joins the show and discusses what they do at the Biomechanical Laboratory. He explains how the partnership with the Padres began. He goes into detail what they can do to enhance players performance.

    Episode #232: Ben Badler & new coaching staffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 95:29


    Baseball America's International prospects writer Ben Badler Joins the show!!. Ben has been to the Dominican Republic and watched Leo Devries in person. He gives his first hand evaluation and what to expect from the young Phenom. He also talk about Humberto Cruz the best Mexican pitcher in the signing period. We take a deep dive into the international players landscape. How do players get to the Academy's?. Ben dives deep into the murky dealings with Buscones, MLB, and Orgs. IT'S A MUST HEAR!!

    Episode #231: NRI's & Jeremy Sneed of the San Antonio Missions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 78:00


    Roy and Donavan discuss the Padres non-roster invitees and the roles they could play in the upcoming season. Then..... Director of Public relations for the San Antonio Missions Joins the show!! Jeremy talks about the quiet dominant season Ryan Bergert had in AA. He shares his thoughts on several of the Missions rotation. Adam Mazur, Jared Kollar, and Robby Snelling. Jackson Merrill shows his leadership. Marcos Castanon is a old school type of player. Ans More!!

    Episode #230: Affiliate Broadcast Series-TinCaps Broadcaster John Nolan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 66:27


    John discusses the hard work the TinCaps team does to have a successful season season. He talks to Donavan and Roy what he saw from the pitching staff, the position players and the promotions for the coming season.

    Episode #229: Happy Leo DeVries Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2024 50:29


    The International signing period starts and the Padres finally get there guy!! Number 1 international prospect Leo De Vries signs for 4.2 Million. Donavan and Roy discuss everything that's written. MLB Pipline announce the top RHP and Dylan Lesko is #9. Ryan Bergert is poised to make a big comeback and Jackson Merril is chosen to make his MLB debut by MLB Pipeline.

    Episode #228: Storm Broadcaster Jacob Kroneberg Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 59:32


    Lake Elsinore broadcaster Jacob Cronberg joins Friars on the Farm. Jacob talks about where he earned his chops and how he got the job with the Storm. He discussed the season and several of the players that went through Lake E!!

    Episode #227: Tom Cosgrove Live Stream Interview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 43:34


    Tom Cosgrove returns to the podcast a major leaguer. He talks to Donavan and Roy about the hard truths he learned in the Minors that drove him to get better. He discusses getting his opportunity and getting to the Show and what he is dong to stay there.

    Episode #226: Nathan Martorella Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 50:11


    Nathan Martorella joins Roy and Donavan to discuss going to Cal Berkely and it coming together his Sophomore year. Going to the MLB combine and the inner working of what goes on besides what you see on the surface and Hitting tanks at Petco. He talks about his love of working out and working hard. Continuing to polish his tools and working on getting better in the box and in the field.

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