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Want to hear the latest news about your San Diego Padres? This podcast gives the latest game recaps, deep stat analytics, updates and news from Padres fan Dominick DeRosa! New episodes are uploaded after every Padres series. Follow the Grand Slammin' Padres on Twitter: @GrandPadres Follow the Grand Slammin' Padres on Instagram: @grandslamminpadres Follow the Grand Slammin' Padres on TikTok: @grandslamminpadres Want to be a guest on the show? Feel free to send a DM or email to grandslamminpadres@gmail.com

Dominick DeRosa


    • Mar 15, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Grand Slammin' Padres

    Dylan Cease Traded to the San Diego Padres?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 10:07


    A.J. Preller decided to make a last second move before the Padres headed to Seoul for their international match with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Does trading for Cease give the Padres playoff hopes? Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Eyeing Dylan Cease

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 9:18


    The San Diego Padres are now on the Cease sweepstake rumors with other clubs. Could the Padres make a move for Cease and should they even look into it? Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Looking For Outfield Upgrades?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 11:45


    Perhaps San Diego is willing to upgrade during the free agency period with some names left on the market. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Xander Bogaerts Moved to Second Base

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2024 22:39


    The second time in recent Padres history has a former shortstop been moved. After having Fernando Tatis Jr become a primary right fielder as well as an excellent one, the Padres have transitioned the $280 million shortstop Xander Bogaerts to second base, where Bogaerts has never played the right side of the diamond. Will this transition work for the organization and both Bogaerts and Kim? Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    The Padres Should Sign Trevor Bauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 22:28


    I know this take will get blasted. But Trevor Bauer wants to play again and rightfully so. The San Diego Padres need pitching, and what better way than to make things right by signing the former Cy Young winner in Bauer? At some point, we as baseball fans have to put the past in the past, just like we did as Padres fans with Fernando Tatis Jr. It is time for the team to make a necessary move and grab Bauer who is willing to play for a low price. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Have the Padres Done Enough?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 40:04


    With less money being spent on free agents compared to years past, the San Diego Padres have taken a quiet approach in the 2023 offseason. Have they done enough to contend? Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere and follow the YouTube channel! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    So What's Next for the San Diego Padres?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 17:32


    For what has been a miserable season for the San Diego Padres in 2023, us Friar fans already have to look at the off-season this early as there are questions looming. What comes next for an organization that had extremely high expectations? We break down the most important tasks the team must get done. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadresCheck out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Is Ohtani a Risk to Sign?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 13:54


    Injuries suck! But unfortunately, it is a part of the game. It is devastating to hear about Shohei Ohtani tearing his UCL again in which Tommy John surgery is likely, but not required. With Ohtani's value dropping with the injury, do not be fooled San Diego. This could play a huge factor in his future as well as the Padres' overall roster in the near future. Should the Padres take the risk in signing Ohtani without knowing the status of his two-way abilities? Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    

THE PADRES ARE DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2023 16:49


    The Padres really can't give us a break this 2023 season! No better way to show desperation than to look into calling up a 20-year old prospect in AA too soon! So much to wonder including how will this impact the roster construction throughout years to come. To top it off, the reason for a potential call-up is sad. But desperate times call for desperate measures. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    THE PADRES ARE DONE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 19:56


    THE PADRES HAVE HAVE OUR EMOTIONS MOVING LIKE A SEESAW MAN! I finally let not just my frustrations out on this pathetic team, but let all of our voices be heard on how embarrassing it has been watching this team underperform. We have had enough, Friar Faithful! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

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    Did the Padres Make a Trade Deadline Splash?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 16:31


    Did San Diego make a last second push to win the second half of the season? Find out how Preller's trades get graded along with how they impact the roster moving forward! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Wait, Joe Musgrove said what?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 15:41


    Joe Musgrove made some remarks that have Padres fans worried. Plus, is Snell here to stay for the long-haul? Find out on this episode! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    How Shohei Ohtani Comes to the Padres!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 15:42


    The Padres have shocked us before with crazy moves! Could they do it yet again by somehow acquiring today's version of Babe Ruth? (Only better) Ohtani will not come at a cheap task and every team knows that the price is high. However, nothing is impossible for Peter Seidler and A.J. Preller. If we see Shohei Ohtani represent the 619 and the 305, how could it happen? No better way than to find out here! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Take a look at the poll and you decide the outcome! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Should the Padres Trade for a Former Foe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 25:38


    Should the Padres look into trading for a former foe or two from the Dodgers? Plus, should the team trade for Shohei Ohtani or hold back? We get into all of that and why on this episode! Answer the poll with your opinions! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Should the San Diego Padres Be Sellers at the Trade Deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 14:19


    Never did we think we would be discussing the term 'SELLERS' for this San Diego Padres team. No All-Star starter appearances for 2023 and a 37-44 record, the Padres have been embarassing. Is it time to clear the house to also save their financial fears in the future? This episode covers it all! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    The Reason Why The Padres Struggle To Score

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 15:42


    The Padres are NOT living up to their payroll! It is time to change that! On this episode, Dominick DeRosa breaks down how the Padres can show their true identity and put this pitiful offense to the side. Make sure to like and SUBSCRIBE for more Padres content to listen anywhere! FOLLOW the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg FOLLOW me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    'Strand Diego' Is a Major Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 26:48


    From 'Slam Diego' to 'Strand Diego!' How frustrating this team is to watch man. This episode covers on what the Padres are doing completely wrong as a team with their bat production and includes some possible trade candidates the team should seriously look into. For low team numbers with such high expectations, the Padres have brought nothing but embarrassment to its name so far this 2023 season. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Continue Their Embarrassing Performances

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 13:40


    The Padres only look good on paper, and even that is said with some kindness. The team has a lot of work to do as it will not get any easier anytime soon. Dominick DeRosa breaks down what the biggest issues are for the squad. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Offense Finally Thriving In Petco Park

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 17:52


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into how the Mexico City Series could have really helped the Padres bats get in sync. Maybe even having a fun-caliber player in Fernando Tatis Jr. bringing more energy than the Energizer bunny also helps! DeRosa breaks down which Padres players are starting to get clicking and how this translates to the teams' success down the road. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    ”La Ofensiva de Los Padres Despierta en la Ciudad de México!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 15:03


    The Padres offense took advantage of the elevation at Estadio Alfredo Harp HelĆŗ. Well, it was not hard for the San Fransisco Giants to also do the same. However, the Padres came up with late, clutch hits to take the series as the Padres returned to Mexico for the first time since 2018. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres
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    The Padres Are Wasting Prospect Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 16:05


    The #Padres are wasting prospect development and are never patient enough to see their true potential! On this episode, Dominick DeRosa breaks down how the Padres are playing such a risky game by not having a large window in keeping prospects for the long term haul as well as keeping them on the Major Leagues for short periods. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    What Happened to Juan Soto?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 22:15


    What in the world happened to Juan Soto? How did he become known as one of the best hitters compared to Ted Williams to being an automatic groundout machine? Dominick DeRosa tells you why Soto has struggled and how he can return back to being a hitting icon again. In addition, DeRosa gives you his insight on the Diamondbacks series as the Padres look to hit the gas with a full team on display. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Tatis Jr, Musgrove Set to Debut For Much Needed Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 17:00


    Despite the Padres run production disappearing faster than the Oakland A's playoff chances as of late, the Padres do see some help on the way. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into the disappointing homestand as well as what to expect with starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (fractured toe) and Fernando Tatis Jr. (suspension) making their long-awaited returns. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    El NiƱo Heats Up El Paso

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 29:25


    This Fernando Tatis Jr. kid seems like just the kind of player the Padres could desperately use! On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into how much the Padres need the return of El NiƱo to the lineup. In addition, breaking down how having former Padre pitchers look like Cy Young winners is not good and how Juan Soto is being outperformed by pitchers. It is time to swing the bat aggressively rather than have it glued onto your shoulder. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Made a Successful Road Trip Against Two Contenders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 30:40


    By capturing four of seven games in the Padres' first road trip of 2023, the short-handed Friars provided some statement to arguably two contenders in the National League East. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa recaps what went right and wrong for the Pads, as well as going into why Luis Campusano must start more than Austin Nola behind the plate by bringing in some catcher statistics. Manager Bob Melvin and the Padres cannot stunt the potential for the 24-year-old backstop. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg⁠ Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    The Padres Must Develop Their Young Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 28:32


    It is vital for the San Diego Padres to develop young talent, whether Blake Snell returns to the team come the 2024 season. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into why youth development is so important for the Padres and whether the team should consider letting Snell walk or bring him back. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Show Late Inning Heroics Despite Series Split

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 24:34


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into how David Dahl and Ha-seong Kim's late inning heroics can be a big contribution to the Padres' season as well as what went wrong in the series split versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Must Improve Against This Divisional Foe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 20:15


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into how newest Padre Xander Bogaerts has flourished since arriving to Petco Park as well as how important it is for the San Diego Padres to step their game up against teams such as the recently played Colorado Rockies. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Invest Long-term With Versatile Jake Cronenworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 12:34


    The Crone Zone is here to stay for the long-run! Cronenworth and the San Diego Padres agree to an extension that will take the versatile player through his 36th birthday. I discuss the latest extension here on this episode! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Luis Campusano Needs to Show His Potential Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 16:25


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa speaks into why Luis Campusano can prove himself right away and how he will need to show his skills early as a big opportunity arises for the catching prospect this 2023 season. Development means patience in baseball prospects, but Campusano's time to shine is now! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Joe Musgrove Making Fantastic Progress!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 13:45


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa talks about Joe Musgrove's phenomenal progress in trying to recover from a fractured toe as well as his thoughts on two new Padres' Hall of Famers coming this July to the Padres Hall of Fame! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website and more: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Bold Predictions for the San Diego Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 17:03


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into his boldest predictions for the San Diego Padres this upcoming season! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres
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    Expectations Are High for the 2023 San Diego Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 19:16


    Dominick DeRosa goes into what he expects from this 2023 San Diego Padres loaded roster and why he believes there is always still work to be done! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content to listen anywhere! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres
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    How Keeping Juan Soto Long-term Can Become a True Outcome

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 27:48


    Could we see Juan Soto in a Padres uniform throughout the next decade and more, Friar Faithful? Host Dominick DeRosa dives into why it is a true possibility for Juan Soto to stay in San Diego for the rest of his career rather than testing the market come 2025. Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres
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    Who Will Win the National League West Division?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 18:23


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into whether the San Diego Padres or Los Angeles Dodgers have a better shot at winning the National League West Division! Make sure to like and subscribe for more Padres content! Follow the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClxw1m1QBAVv5KQ6Hwu95eg Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres

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    MLB's Pitch Clock Rule Takes Away Suspense From the Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 23:53


    One of the few newest rules in Major League Baseball has received mixed reviews from true baseball fans. After taking some time to see the new MLB pitch clock put into play in Spring Training so far, I have broken down how this new rule will spoil the little things in the game we love as well as how it has not made much of an impact as some believe. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW for the latest podcast episodes. Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrandSlamPadres Check out the website, YouTube channel and more in the linktree: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    The Padres "Offer" To Manny Machado Was Disgraceful

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 23:22


    The San Diego Padres reportedly offered star third baseman Manny Machado an extra 5-year, $150 million to his contract which would have totaled to an extra 10 years, $255 million rather than the remaining 5-year, $150 million if opting in. This was an embarrassment for the organization that lowballed Machado before Spring Training goes underway. Dominick DeRosa goes into why that was a poor move but also how this is not the end of Padres-Machado era. Check out the podcast episode on why Machado will stay in San Diego for life below! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/DYOJyG15wxb If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Do Not Worry If Manny Machado Opts Out, Friar Faithful

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2023 28:49


    Friar Faithful, Manny Machado has made it clear he is going to opt out of his remaining five year, $150 million contract with the San Diego Padres once the end of 2023 comes. However, that does not mean he will be in a Mets uniform or a Yankees uniform or anything like that. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa expresses his confidence that Machado will stay in San Diego long-term with a reconstructed contract even if he opts out to 'test the market.' Perhaps he explores the market to have the Padres make a significant offer. (Just as Aaron Judge did for the Yankees when looking into other teams.) If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! Make sure to subscribe to the YouTube channel as well! (Link below) On the road to at least 100 subscribers by Opening Day! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Padres Looking At Michael Wacha or Cole Hamels

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 27:42


    So the Padres are reportedly interested in either Michael Wacha or Cole Hamels to bolster and expand their pitching rotation? Host Dominick DeRosa gives you who he would prefer and why for the Padres this 2023 season! If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres!
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    How Yu Darvish's Extension Shows Loyalty to Manny Machado & The Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 29:05


    On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into a breakdown of how Darvish's recent six-year extension benefits not just him, but also Manny Machado and the San Diego Padres for years to come. If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Yu Darvish Signs Six Year Extension With The San Diego Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 23:52


    Yu Darvish is here to stay, Friar Faithful! What better way to talk about the extension than with a big Padres fan himself in Friar Bolt! (Twitter: FriarBoltSports) Bolt and Dominick DeRosa go into their Darvish extension takes and even discuss what a Manny Machado extension could look like hopefully soon. Go show love and support FriarBoltSports! If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Should The Padres Choose Juan Soto Or Shohei Ohtani?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 26:56


    It is still crazy to even think of the San Diego Padres obtaining superstar players still to this day. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa gives you his choice on if the San Diego Padres had to either stick with Juan Soto for the long run, or instead go after Shohei Ohtani in 2024. Let me know what you think, Friar Faithful! If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres!
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    Hog Watch Joins The Show To Talk About The San Diego Padres!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 26:33


    Borna Nazari aka Hog joins the Grand Slammin' Padres show with host Dominick DeRosa to talk about San Diego Padres baseball! Both dive into what they are most excited about going into the Padres' 2023 season, with also key concerns surrounding the team. Hog Watch has grown in the San Diego community with his great Padres content, to which you can check out in the link below! If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! Grand Slammin' Padres: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres Hog Watch: https://linktr.ee/thehogwatch

    Padres Superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. Excited To Return Next Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 30:29


    Fernando Tatis Jr. is due to return April 20th, and Tatis's mindset is ready more than ever before! Dominick DeRosa goes into how El NiƱo can be a force to reckon with for this upcoming season and how he can bring so much to the Padres as he is hungry to return. If you enjoyed this episode, show love and subscribe to the channel to keep up with the latest on your San Diego Padres! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    Jon Schaeffer Joins The Show To Talk The Latest On The San Diego Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 30:57


    Special guest Jon Schaeffer, host of San Diego Sports 760 comes on the show to discuss the San Diego Padres offseason and what to think about the Shohei Ohtani rumors. Schaeffer hosts the Padres Wrap-Up Show with Jim Russell and contributes content to the SDSU Aztecs as well. If you enjoyed this episode, show love to the Twitter channel @GrandSlamPadres and subscribe to the YouTube channel attached in the Linktree to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/grandslamminpadres

    The San Diego Padres Welcome 'Boomstick' Nelson Cruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 38:03


    The San Diego Padres have went out and signed another designated hitter option in Nelson Cruz. With Boomstick's arrival, this brings more options for the Padres' lineup and projects more power if all pans out. Host Dominick DeRosa dives right into how Cruz can have a bounce back season and help this lineup become even more of a force! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres.

    Discussing the Padres' Biggest Needs With Longtime Fan Adam Gross

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 35:11


    What better way to discuss the Padres off-season and the biggest needs than with a guest? Host Dominick DeRosa is joined along with longtime Padres fan Adam Gross, in which they discuss the latest on your San Diego Padres. Gross, a San Diego native, has been a Padres fan since he was young and truly has great insight on the organization. Much is discussed on this episode including a possible Johnny Cueto addition to the team. If you want to be a guest on the show, feel free to send a direct message on Twitter or email the host @grandslamminpadres@gmail.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres. Be sure to give Adam Gross a follow on his Twitter @ADHDrunsme858.

    The Padres Should Not Trade Trent Grisham or Ha-Seong Kim at This Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 38:32


    There is so much value to baseball when it comes to younger talent that is under team control for quite some time. Host Dominick DeRosa dives right into why the San Diego Padres should not look into trading Trent Grisham and others for possibly starting pitcher Pablo Lopez from the Miami Marlins. If you trade away Major League talent, make sure it is for the best value in return for a team that is interested in prospects instead. Why? Tune in to this episode to find out! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres.

    Matt Carpenter Brings Much Versatility to the Padres

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 29:47


    Matt Carpenter and his mustache are coming to San Diego! Well, maybe the full beard again. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa goes into how valuable Carpenter can be. Not only as a designated hitter, but in all parts of the field. DeRosa also goes deep into the analytics, bringing you the numbers that Carpenter produces; including a very impressive wOBA mark. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres.

    The Padres' Back-End Starting Rotation Still Needs Improvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 37:26


    On this episode of the Grand Slammin' Padres, host Dominick DeRosa shares his frustration on the Padres and the weaknesses they need to improve on this offseason with the starting rotation especially. DeRosa goes into the recent signing of long time Mets pitcher, Seth Lugo, and goes into the missed opportunities on improving the designated hitter role in the lineup. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres.

    Manny Machado Is Destined To Be a Padre For Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2022 42:29


    Whether he opts-out of his deal or not, DeRosa am confident to say that Manny Machado will be a San Diego Padre for life. On this episode, Dominick DeRosa dives into the Machado opt-out rumors, the latest on the pitching market and the team recently signing the top ranked international prospect. In addition, DeRosa goes into how Justin Turner could fit tremendously on the Padres' stacked lineup. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review, as well as give the Twitter @GrandSlamPadres a follow to keep updated on the latest with your San Diego Padres.

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