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The Padres have gotten reacquainted with the Dodgers and it's not too hard to see what separates the two clubs. Darnay chats with SI's Ryan Phillips about the big picture takeaways from the teams' meetings, before diving into the numbers. There are some stats that tell the story of this up-and-down Friars' campaign. They highlight a promising, up inconsistent pitching staff as well as a lineup that lacks depth. Manny is once again carrying the team, while Xander Bogaerts can't get it going. Some numbers are good, some are bad, and others are baffling. But they all help explain why the Padres are where they are.
I'm back and raring to go after a ups and downs weekend starting with the downtrodden Royals, who we will dive into with David Lesky from Inside the Crown. Plus carnage, high drama, and a heroic comeback by J.J. Spaun at the U.S. Open, KC Current hot, SKC not, NBA and NHL high octane finals, and more. Come on along!
Bryan and A.D. discuss the latest news and information from the past week in HBCU Sports and look to the upcoming week to see what people will be talking about.Follow the BCSN on X/Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (@MyBCSN1)Follow the SportsWrap on FaceBook (Facebook.com/BCSNSportsWrap)Follow Bryan on X/Twitter (@DrB365)Follow AD on X/Twitter (@BCSNDrew)We ask that you at least follow us on all social media, download our app and share it with a few friends! We hope to continue to be your largest producer of HBCU sports for another 25 years and beyond!Facebook Pages: @MyBCSN1 | @BCSNSportsWrap | @OandGStrikeZoneTwitter.com/MyBCSN1Instagram.com/MyBCSN1 Watch our feeds on the Internet at www.MyBCSN.net. Podcast of all Black College Sports Network shows are available on all podcast platforms such as Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast and more. Search, "BCSNPodzone".Make a donation to the show via Cash App - $MyJBNMyBCSN#HBCUSports #BlackCollegeSportsNetwork #HBCUFootballRivalries
SportsWrap - June 13, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas Read Headlines, Interview CEO of True Fan Travel Vince Rittuzo, and Discuss NHL and NBA Finals
SportsWrap - June 13, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas Discuss Stanley Cup Finals and NBA Finals
SportsWrap - June 13, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas Interview Vince Rittuzo - CEO of True Fan Travel
SportsWrap - June 12, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas discuss the Pacers beating OKC in Game 3 of the NBA Finals
SportsWrap - June 12, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines, the NBA Finals and the US Open
SportsWrap - June 12, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas discuss the US Open with former collegiate golfer Justin Kruse
Advantage Dodgers in 2025's first installment of baseball's best rivalry. One blowout win was sandwiched between a pair of disappointing losses. What did we learn from their first meeting of the season? Is anyone clicking besides Manny? What's wrong with the lineup right now? It's time to make some deals - the guys speculate about a few bats, and Derek says bullpen additions could make sense. Who knows when we'll see Michael King again? And things could go sideways fast for the Padres if they don't get clicking.
June 11, 2025 - Lakareber Abe Joins Steve Courtney live from The Great Lakes Championship at the Highlands
June 11, 2025 - Join Steve Courtney live from The Great Lakes Championship at the Highlands as he talks to PGA professionals Riley Rennell and Lakareber Abe.
July 11, 2025 - Riley Rennell Joins Steve Courney live from The Great Lakes Championship at the Highlands
SportsWrap - June 9, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss the Tigers, NHL Stanley Cup Finals and NBA Finals live from the Michigan Central Station
SportsWrap - June 9, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas discuss the NHL Stanley Cup Finals and the NBA Finals
SportsWrap - June 9, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas talk with EAT Detroit guests live from the Michigan Central Station
Bryan and A.D. discuss the latest news and information from the past week in HBCU Sports and look to the upcoming week to see what people will be talking about.Special Guest: Dr. Kenyatta CavilFollow the BCSN on X/Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (@MyBCSN1)Follow the SportsWrap on FaceBook (Facebook.com/BCSNSportsWrap)Follow Bryan on X/Twitter (@DrB365)Follow AD on X/Twitter (@BCSNDrew)We ask that you at least follow us on all social media, download our app and share it with a few friends! We hope to continue to be your largest producer of HBCU sports for another 25 years and beyond!Facebook Pages: @MyBCSN1 | @BCSNSportsWrap | @OandGStrikeZoneTwitter.com/MyBCSN1Instagram.com/MyBCSN1 Watch our feeds on the Internet at www.MyBCSN.net. Podcast of all Black College Sports Network shows are available on all podcast platforms such as Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast and more. Search, "BCSNPodzone".Make a donation to the show via Cash App - $MyJBNMyBCSN#HBCUSports #BlackCollegeSportsNetwork #NCAAHouseSettlement
SportsWrap - June 6, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas Discuss Tyrese Haliburton and The Pacers
SportsWrap - June 6, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas Interview Danny and Anthony from Detroit Jiu-Jitsu Academy
SportsWrap - June 6, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas Discuss Headlines, Interview Detroit Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and Talk About Tyrese Haliburton and The Pacers
Fresh off a split in San Francisco that was either frustrating or fortuitous, Darnay welcomes Annie Heilbrunn to the pod! How should we feel about the Giants series? Should we be concerned or hopeful about the team finding ways to win? Manny is raking. Tatis has signs of life. Xander and Arraez are dinged up. A series with the Dodgers is finally around the corner. Darnay asks Annie about a more affable Mike Shildt, and the key to asking good questions and getting useful answers.
SportsWrap - June 5, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas speak with friends of the program at the 11th Annual Cars and Cigars Smoke Detroit event
SportsWrap - June 5, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas talk with former Lions running back Joique Bell about his work in the community
SportsWrap - June 5, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines and speak with friends of the program such as former Lions running back Joique Bell at the 11th Annual Cars and Cigars Smoke Detroit event
SportsWrap - June 4, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines, Game One of the Stanley Cup Final and a mock trade for the Lions
SportsWrap - June 4, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas discuss a mock trade for the Lions
SportsWrap - June 4, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas discuss Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final
SportsWrap - June 3, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines, the Tigers dominating the White Sox and Frank Ragnow retiring with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press
SportsWrap - June 3, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas discuss Frank Ragnow retiring with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press
SportsWrap - June 3, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas discuss the Tigers routing the White Sox
Bryan and guest co-host Charles Edmond review the past week of news from the past week of HBCU Sports and look forward to the what to expect from the upcoming week and summer.Follow the BCSN on X/Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (@MyBCSN1)Follow the SportsWrap on FaceBook (Facebook.com/BCSNSportsWrap)Follow Bryan on X/Twitter (@DrB365)Follow AD on X/Twitter (@BCSNDrew)We ask that you at least follow us on all social media, download our app and share it with a few friends! We hope to continue to be your largest producer of HBCU sports for another 25 years and beyond!Facebook Pages: @MyBCSN1 | @BCSNSportsWrap | @OandGStrikeZoneTwitter.com/MyBCSN1Instagram.com/MyBCSN1 Watch our feeds on the Internet at www.MyBCSN.net. Podcast of all Black College Sports Network shows are available on all podcast platforms such as Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast and more. Search, "BCSNPodzone".Make a donation to the show via Cash App - $MyJBNMyBCSN#HBCUSports #BlackCollegeSportsNetwork #SummerMadness
SportsWrap - June 2, 2025 | Segment 2 | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines and the NBA playoffs
SportsWrap - June 2, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas discuss Lions center Frank Ragnow retiring
SportsWrap - June 2, 2025 | Full Show | Anthony and Lomas discuss headlines, the NBA playoffs and Lions center Frank Ragnow retiring
As I get set to head for the hills, literally, David Lesky from "Inside the Crown" chats Royals, Cags, and more. Also my weekly baseball roundup, Scheffler's continued dominance, NHL and NBA Finals looming, great KU and KSU baseball seasons end, SKC is warmish, and more. Soak up the info and fun!
SportsWrap - May 30, 2025 | Segment 3 | Anthony and Lomas Talk About CFB Chaos
The Padres had a successful week to build some momentum heading into what should be their most difficult month of the season. The On Friar Podcast hosts break down the looming gauntlet and discuss the health of the pitching staff … including the chances it will soon include Pirates ace Paul Skenes, who is suddenly the subject of trade rumors because of social media.
A busy holiday weekend to assess with the Royals in Sunday Salvage mode, our weekly baseball roundup, mostly successful soccer weekend, NBA, and NHL, and with the Chiefs starting OTA's, a healthy slice of Chiefs with Stan Weber. A full plate to devour!
The Padres just had one of their worst weeks in a long time. Back-to-back sweeps, which included one of the ugliest performances you'll see. Gavin Sheets nearly saved them against the Jays. Manny hasn't looked like himself and Tatis looks defeated. Luis Arraez is confusing. The guys discuss the damage, wonder about shaking up the lineup and are getting worried about Yu Darvish.
A frenetic weekend of varied activity to dive into. The Royals scuffles with David Lesky from “Inside the Crown”, plus excellence from Scheffler, Journalism, KC Current, playoffs highs and lows, and more. Enjoy the ride!
After a surprising stumble on Monday the Padres showed resilience with a couple big swings leading to a series win over the Halos. Fernando Tatis Jr. continues to have a special season. Xander Bogaerts has had big moments, even if the numbers leave something to be desired. Manny Machado is in a groove. Jackson Merrill is doing everything. And Yu Darvish is getting closer! Heidi Watney joins Derek for her thoughts on the club.
What a Mother's Day weekend around KC. Thousands of fans at various venues soaking up varied events. We'll break down a good homestand with a sour finish with the Royals Matt Quatroro and Seth Lugo, plus KC Current, SKC, NBA and NHL playoffs, a golf major and golf in KC this week, and a big weekend at Kansas Motor Speedway. Whew....join the fun!!!
A series of plot twists resulted in a lost series in New York. Jackson Merrill hit the ground running in his return. Unfortunately the bullpen faltered the last two nights in New York. Derek and Darnay discuss the highs and lows against the Yankees. Fernando Tatis Jr.is slumping for the first time in 2025, and he's searching for answers. Dylan Cease went from no-hit bid to an injury exit. And Jake Cronenworth is on his way back.
The Royals are cookin', and we'll dive in deep with David Lesky from "Inside the Crown". Plus, I'll take you around the rest of baseball, and riff on NBA and NHL playoffs, the Derby, the KC soccer weekend, a bit of golf and even a rugby note. Come on along!
After a breath of fresh air in the form of a two-game sweep of San Francisco, Darnay catches up with Greg Garcia to get his thoughts on the club's stellar start. Arraez and Heyward are back, and it sounds like Jackson Merrill isn't far behind. Is this the best version of Fernando Tatis Jr.? Fans are glad the Padres won't see Paul Skenes, would players agree? And Mike Shildt's relentless positivity continues to pay off. Garcia shows love for his former skipper, discusses sign stealing and the living between the bigs and Triple-A.
A full plate of a weekend with the Chiefs and the NFL Draft, a Sunday loss but a strong homestand that Matt Quatroro and Kris Bubic weigh in on, the rest of MLB, NBA and NHL playoffs, a zany golf playoff, and more. Check in and catch up!
The Padres have dropped back-to-back series for the first time this season. But, there's no need for alarm. The On Friar Podcast host puts the current subpar stretch in context and explains why this could actually be a sign of great things to come for the Padres.
Jesse Newell of The Star joins us for insightful Chiefs daft analysis. Plus, a desperately needed extra inning win ends a Royals losing streak and miserable road trip, an upbeat soccer weekend, JT is back, and much more!
It's early, but the San Diego Padres are the best team in baseball? We'll see what stands out about the club's first few weeks with friend of the pod, John Conniff of MadFriars. Jackson Merrill's scorching start is slowed by injury. The club's depth is already on display with contributions from guys who started the year in El Paso. What will happen with Campy after his hot start? Speaking of the minors - John will give us the lowdown on who's where and what to watch for from the affiliates. And what is going on with Leo De Vries?
The Padres got out of Sacramento with a series win. But some injury concerns will follow them back to Petco Park? Mike Shildt said Jake Cronenworth and Fernando Tatis Jr. are moving in the right direction. Hard not to worry about Tatis, right? Plus, Merrill's balky hamstring. Bogaerts is doing some good things. Robert Suarez is a stud. The 2025 Padres look a lot like the 2024 Padres. Highs and lows from the first road trip of the season with a sneaky important week ahead.