Showdown with those pesky birds. On today's episode, Javier is joined by JD Hafron (the new host of Locked On Cardinals!) to discuss what is poised to be a major series between the Padres and Cardinals. The two first discuss what it was like from both of their perspectives when the Juan Soto trade went down, the Cardinals acquisitions of Jordan Montgomery and Jose Quintana, the lack of power in the Padres lineup, which team has the better pitching rotation (it's super close!), Albert Pujols' quest for 700, and much more! Go Padres. Follow Javier on Twitter @Javiipeno Follow Locked On Padres @LO_Padres Subscribe to the new Locked On Padres YouTube Channel! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices