TURNAROUND: Padres Bats ERUPT in CRUCIAL Series Win | Can They SUSTAIN Momentum?

Padres bounce back against Rockies with 3-1 series win. Is the team's seeding all but official? Host Javier Reyes breaks down San Diego's impressive weekend victory, highlighting Randy Vasquez's "insane" pitching performance and Fernando Tatis Jr.'s power surge. The discussion covers Manny Machado's crucial home runs, the team's evolving playoff chances, how manager Mike Shildt might've put the hot-seat talk to rest, San Diego's position in the NL West standings, upcoming challenges in the wild card race, and the value of advanced statistics in player evaluation. Go Padres.0:00 Intro: Padres win series against Rockies5:07 Randy Vasquez goes sicko mode10:10 Dylan Cease showing improvement (again)15:47 Addressing listener/viewer comments21:23 Importance of clinching playoffs, fan perspective26:27 Discussion on hard hit rates and advanced statsFollow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/JaviipenoFollow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.socialFollow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioosSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go to https://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. 5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order. This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.  PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGameday HueLet your colors talk—because colors speak louder than words. Right now, you can get 15% off with code MLB15 at GamedayHue.com.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber——- The Padres head to New York next to face the New York Mets in a huge series starting Tuesday night, with 1st pitch set for 4:10pm PT.  RHP Michael Kjng (4-2, 2.87 ERA) will take the mound for the Padres, facing Mets’ RHP clay Holmes. (11-8, 3.75 ERA)  We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, & uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show.——- Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Enough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today.   Nutrafol - See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix - Go to https://ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. PrizePicks - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, Jackson Merrill and Bryce Johnson all homered, Dylan Cease made his 2nd straight strong start, and the San Diego Padres blew out the Colorado Rockies 11-3 to take a 2-1 lead in this 4-game series that concludes tomorrow afternoon at Petco Park. Manny’s home run was his 25th of the season, giving him 25 or more in each of the last 5 years. He added a 2-run single  and had 3 RBI on the night. Ramon Laureano also drove in 3 runs. Cease went 6 innings, striking out 6 and walking 1 while giving up just 1 run on 5 hits. The right-hander struck out his 200th hitter of the season, giving him 5 straight seasons with 200+ punch-outs. The Dodgers beat the Giants, so the Padres are still 2.5 games bwhind LA in the NL West. ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber ——- The Padres and Rockies play the finale of this 4-game series tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 1:10pm PT.  RHP Yu Darvish (3-5, 5.65) will take the mound for the Padres, facing Rockies’ RHP Germán Márquez. (3-13, 6.31 ERA)  We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, & uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show.——-  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Nutrafol - See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix - Go to https://ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. PrizePicks - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber ——-  The Padres and Rockies play game 3 of this 4-game series tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 5:40pm PT.   Dylan Cease (7-11, 4.71 ERA) takes the mound for the Padres. The Rockies haven’t named a starter yet.   We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, & uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show. ——-  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Nutrafol - See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix - Go to https://ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. PrizePicks - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

San Diego Padres face a must-win series against the Colorado Rockies. Can the struggling Friars turn things around against MLB's worst team?Host Javier Reyes and CBS 8 Sports reporter Jake Gary dissect the Padres' recent slump, losing 11 of their last 16 games. They analyze Mike Shildt's managerial decisions, including controversial lineup choices and bullpen management, why the four-game set against the Rockies feels so important, preview pitching matchups, and more! Go Padres.0:00 Intro: Welcome Jake! The Padres have been bad, huh?5:58 Multiple factors contributing to struggles11:03 Analyzing Mike Shildt's managerial decisions17:43 Weekend pitching matchups against the Rockies23:32 Dylan Cease fears25:57 OutroFollow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/JaviipenoFollow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.socialFollow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioosSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go to https://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. 5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order. This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.  PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGameday HueLet your colors talk—because colors speak louder than words. Right now, you can get 15% off with code MLB15 at GamedayHue.com.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Randy Vasquez pitched his best game of the season, Jackson Merrill homered, Luis Arraez added 3 hits including an RBI single, and the San Diego Padres won the opener of their crucial 4-game series against the Colorado Rockies, 2-0 at Petco Park.  Vasquez tossed 6 innings of 4-hit baseball, striking out 9 and walking none in his best outing of the season, and maybe his career. The right-hander has been pretty good this season, keeping the Padres in games and winning some with an ERA under 4. The Pads won 4 of Vasquez’s 5 starts at a crucial time in June, before the trade deadline brought in the new guys, and when Michael King and Yu Darvish were out and Dylan Cease was struggling. There is no overlooking how much Vasquez has helped keep San Diego in the playoff race this season.  The Padres’ bullpen was fantastic again, tossing 3 perfect innings, striking out 5 Rockies. Vasquez, Jeremiah Estrada, Mason Miller and Robert Suarez combined to retire the last 12 Rockies to come to the plate.  Arraez was the only Padre with more than 1 hit, and they were all singles besides Merrill’s homer, his 11th of the season. Jackson has been coming around his last few games,  picking up some big hits and slugging extra-base hits all over the field like he did last year in that magical rookie season.  Manny Machado continues to struggle. The Pads’ superstar 3rd baseman went 0-4 tonight, on the heels of his 0-12 series against the Cincinnati Reds, a series the Pads lost 2-1. Manny is batting .108 in 9 games this month after hitting just .222 in August. Fernando Tatis Jr., who went 0-4, has also struggled with both average and power this season.  The Pads defense continues to shine in key moments. Left-fielder Ramon Laureano made an outstanding catch up against the wall in foul territory to rob Mike Moniak to save a run in the 1st inning, and Machado- who committed a rare error earlier in the game- started a 5-4-3 double-play in the 3rd.  The LA Dodgers were off tonight, so the Padres have moved to within 2.5 games of the defending World Series champs with 15 games left to play. The Pads are 3.5 games behind the 1st-place Chicago Cubs and 3 games ahead of the 3rd-place NY Mets in the NL Wild Card chase.  ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber ——- The Padres and Rockies play game 2 of this 4-game series tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 5:40pm PT.   JP Sears (8-10, 5.01 ERA) takes the mound for the Padres, facing the Rockies’ Tanner Gordon.. (5-6, 6.60 ERA)   We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, & uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show. ——-  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Nutrafol - See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix - Go to https://ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. PrizePicks - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Padres good vibes dissipate as Reds take crucial series. Can Mike Shildt right the ship before it's too late?Host Javier Reyes breaks down San Diego's disappointing performance against Cincinnati, highlighting Nick Pivetta's stellar outing and Manny Machado's alarming offensive slump. The discussion dives into Shildt's controversial managerial decisions, including questionable lineup choices and in-game substitutions. Plus, responding to a couple of listener comments, as a treat. Go Padres.0:00 Intro: Padres lose series against Reds5:07 Nick Pivetta's impressive performance on the mound10:13 Analyzing Mike Shildt's controversial decisions15:47 Lineup issues: Machado and Arráez struggling21:29 Evaluating Shildt's management and future26:32 Jake Cronenworth appreciation and upcoming seriesFollow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/JaviipenoFollow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.socialFollow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioosSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go to https://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. 5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order. This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.  PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGameday HueLet your colors talk—because colors speak louder than words. Right now, you can get 15% off with code MLB15 at GamedayHue.com.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Pinch-hitter Bryce Johnson (?) struck out with the tying run on 3rd base to end the game, Mike Shildt wasted 7 shutout innings from Nick Pivetta, and the San Diego Padres blew their 2nd game in a row, 2-1 to the Cincinnati Reds at Petco Park. The loss leaves the Padres 3 games beind the LA Dodgers in the NL West. Gavin Sheets led off the 9th with a double. Ramon Laureano popped out, Jackson Merrill flew to deep center, moving Iglesias to 3rd base. Johnson pinch-hit for Mason McCoy, who was a defensive replacement that took Ryan O’Hearn out of the game in the 8th inning. Mike Shildt had earlier inexplicably taken Pivetta out of the game after 7 innings, and even more inexplicably brought Kyle Hart into the game. Pivetta, your best pitcher all season, had thrown just 101 pitches in 7 innings, and had retired the side in order in the 7th. The 3 hitters coming up were 1-6 against him in the game. So enter Kyle Hart. TJ Friedl reached on a bunt single with 1 out, stole 2nd and later scored on Elly De La Cruz’s RBI single off Adrian Morejon to right field, just beating a beautiful throw from Fernando Tatis Jr. De La Cruz stole 2nd and scored on a bloop single by pinch-hitter Miguel Andujar.  Fernando Tatis Jr.’s solo home run in the bottom of the 5th inning has given Nick Pivetta and the Padres a 1-0 lead over the Reds. Ramon Laureano made a leaping catch to rob Austin Hays of a game-tying homer in the 7th. Pivetta went 7 shutout innings, giving up only 4 hits while walking just 1 and striking out 8. ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber——- The Pads welcome in the lowly Colorado Rockies for a 4-game series starting tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 6:40pm PT. Randy Vasquez (4-6, 3.91 ERA) takes the mound for the Padres, facing the Rockies’ McCade Brown (0-3, 12.54 ERA) We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, & uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show.——- Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Nutrafol - See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix - Go to https://ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. PrizePicks - Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Padres' pitching woes continue as King returns and Suarez stumbles. Can San Diego recover in time for the playoffs?Host Javier Reyes breaks down the San Diego Padres' recent game against the Cincinnati Reds, focusing on Michael King's comeback performance and Robert Suarez's struggles as closer. The analysis covers potential batting order changes, including Ryan O'Hearn's move to the second spot and Manny Machado's ongoing slump. Javi also tackles the hot-button issue of MLB's future CBA negotiations, dissecting the pros and cons of a potential salary cap and its impact on competitive balance. Go Padres.0:00 Padres lose to Reds, Michael King returns5:04 Ryan O'Hearn batting second, lineup changes11:41 Robert Suarez's performance as closer debated19:19 Apology for episode upload errors 20:50 Discussing potential MLB salary cap and floor25:55 Potential for long lockout in next CBA negotiationsFollow on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/JaviipenoFollow on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/javiipeno.bsky.socialFollow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@javioosSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Listener SurveyWe’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go to https://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. 5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order. This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.  PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGameday HueLet your colors talk—because colors speak louder than words. Right now, you can get 15% off with code MLB15 at GamedayHue.com.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Robert Suarez gave up a 2-run home run to Tyler Stephenson in the 9th inning, and the San Diego Padres’ offense managed just 3 hits in a 4-2 loss to Cincinnati Reds that spoiled the return of Ace Michael King and evened up this 3-game series at 1 apiece with the finale set for tomorrow evening at Petco Park. Stephenson hammered a low and inside sinker from Suarez just fair down the left-field line to win it, just 5 innings after being robbed of a homer to right field on a spectacular catch by Fernando Tatis Jr., who has robbed 5 fingers this season. Suarez (L, 4-6) walked Lux with 2 outs to get to Stephenson. The Reds hit 2 solo home runs early off King, who looked good for a guy starting for the 1st time since August 8th and for just the 2nd time since May 18th. The San Diego offense certainly didn’t help him much, managing just 2 runs on 3 hits the whole game. The Padres scored 2 runs in the 5th inning, 1 on Jackson Merrill’s 2nd RBI triple in as many nights, scoring Ramon Laureano, and the other on Jake Cronenworth’s sacrifice fly that scored Merrill. Jose Iglesias was hit by a pitch and stole 2nd with 1 out, but Freddy Fermin struck out and Fernando Tatis Jr popped out in foul ground to end the inning. Merrill doubled with 1 out in the 7th, but pinch-hitter Luis Arraez struck out and Cronenworth flied out to end the threat. Manny Machado flew out to the warning track with Tatis on 2nd with 2 outs in the 8th, but other than that they didn’t get much going tonight. King went 5 innings, giving up just 3 hits and 2 runs while walking just 1 and striking out 2. He missed almost 3 months with inflammation in his shoulder, came back on August 8th, and developed swelling in his knee after just 2 innings. The Padres’ long and set-up relievers kept the Reds off the board just like last night, until Cincy got to Suarez in the 9th. King’s return couldn’t have come fast enough for this Padres’ rotation that has been shaky at best without him, with Dylan Cease having a down year, Yu Darvish just rounding into form after missing the 1st 3 months of the season and the absolute lack of a 5th starter. Only Nick Pivetta, (13-5) who will start this series’ finale tomorrow against the Reds, has given the Padres a consistent winner in the rotation so far. Merrill went 2-4 with the double, triple, RBI & run scored. He was the only Padre with more than 1 hit. Jeremiah Estrada, Wandy Peralta and Mason Miller- who struck out the side in the 8th- were lights out again for the Pads, combining to go 3 innings and give up just 1 hit & no walks while striking out 6. ***** ‘LIVE’ Instant Reaction from Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber——- The Pads and Reds play game 3 of this 3-game series tomorrow, with 1st pitch set for 5:40pm PT. Pivetta (13-5, 2.85 ERA) takes the mound for the Padres, facing the Reds’ Andrew Abbott. (8-6, 2.88 ERA) We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber- 'LIVE' and FREE on YouTube right after the game, and uploaded wherever you get your audio content and ROKU right after the 'LIVE' show.——- Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY - Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. 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