SAN DIEGO (FOX ... the Padres’ fanbase is known as the “Friar Faithful,” in honor of the friars that laid the foundation for the city. The Padres adopted its mascot, The Swinging Friar ...

Spring is in the air and it’s ushering in new hope for a strong San Diego Padres season ... Diego-oose and even the old San Diego Chicken mascot stomping on the Phillies Phanatic mascot ...