Podcast by Donavan and Roy
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.
We are still selling the Zamo shirt for the El Paso Child Crisis Center Link: Linkhttps://chihuahuas.milbstore.com/products/chihuahuas-manager-tee-goteez MLB Minute: Is there a solution to the Left field problem? MiLB Minute: Updated Fangraphs notes on Leodalis de Vries and Ethan Salas Affiliate Rundown: Storm- Bateman squachin' Tincaps- Hawkins racking up the K's Missions- Nett bounces back Chihuahuas- Matt Waldron working his way back
Shirt Link: https://chihuahuas.milbstore.com/products/chihuahuas-manager-tee-goteez MLB Minute: Introducing David Morgan & Bradgley Rodriguez MiLB Minute: Will Varmmette's Cal League pitcher of the week Affiliate Rundown: Storm: Luis Gutierrez is putting it together and Kavares Tears is tearing it up. TinCaps: Eric Yost and Isaiah Lowe had strong May's Missions: Jagger Haynes is starting to pick up steam and Brandon Valenzuela is mashing. Chihuahuas: Jackson Wolf is Howling
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
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
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.
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
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.
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 by Donavan and Roy
Spring Training is here! Donavan and Roy breakdown the position battles and prospects that are having strong starts and who's turning heads.
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!
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.
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.
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
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
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
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
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
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
Donavan sit's down with Isaiah Lowe and Jose Luis Reyes.
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?
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.
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
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.
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.
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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
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
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
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!!
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!!
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!!
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.
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.
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!!
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