Jake Cronenworth Future at Padres in JEOPARDY? Sung-Mun Song Signing IGNITES Speculation!

San Diego Padres shake up their infield with the signing of KBO star Sung-Mun Song. Could Song emerge as the next Jake Cronenworth, bringing versatility, defensive upside, and adaptability to MLB pitching? Javier Reyes evaluates Song’s fit, analyzing his whiff rates and potential to fill key utility roles alongside Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts. 

Javier then tackles listener mailbag questions, with lots of folks taking issue with his trade ideas involving Nick Pivetta, weighing the pros and cons of various proposals, and addressing offseason critiques. The episode also sparks debate on which walk-offs pack more excitement—football or baseball—and a whole lot more! Go Padres.

0:00 – Intro

1:53 — Sun Moon Song Analysis

10:07 – Padres Mailbag & Nick Pivetta Trades

19:09 – Walk-Off Debate & More

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