El Niño's MVP-Level Start

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open with today's trivia question, before taking a closer look at the San Diego Padres' hot start to the season. Ben Higgins, co-host of Ben & Woods on 97.3 The Fan, joins the conversation to discuss who can be the difference-maker on the Padres' roster, the underrated contributors on the squad, and Fernando Tatís Jr.'s MVP-caliber performance. Ben also dives into what's behind Tatís' breakout start, the lasting effects of the team's 2024 playoff series with the Dodgers, and the job Mike Shildt has done. Later, Jeff and Kevin debate how the conversation surrounding PEDs has changed over the years, before chatting about the state of the Blue Jays' bullpen (28:15). Today's program wraps up with your questions and comments on the "Back Leg Line".

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