Home 97.3 The Fan Sports San Diego Padres Chris Paddack discusses being named Opening Day starter Chris Paddack discusses being named Opening Day starter By 97.3 The Fan, 97.3 The Fan Chris Paddack met with the media to discuss his thoughts on being named the Opening Day starter and facing the Arizona Diamondbacks.Chris Paddack was asked how he found out he would be the Opening Day Starter and what it means to him: pic.twitter.com/KR0YuQ0ank— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked if being named Opening Day starter was a goal of his: pic.twitter.com/xuYRz4wYh5— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked what it means to be turned loose this season and not have an innings limit: pic.twitter.com/IPNCpkMud2— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked what it means to match up against Madison Bumgarner on Opening Day: pic.twitter.com/3TCI5kkPbR— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked how his new curveball is coming along: pic.twitter.com/FK9o1hZM9J— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked what went through his mind when he was told he'd be the Opening Day starter: pic.twitter.com/2qNb2uxjaj— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked how deep into the game he believes he'll bee able to pitch on Friday night: pic.twitter.com/w8Ji715RYH— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked his thoughts on facing the Diamondbacks' lineup: pic.twitter.com/p8Z8Pu0aeM— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 Chris Paddack was asked about his thoughts on the historical significance of being an Opening Day starter: pic.twitter.com/VP039QFDkP— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) July 20, 2020 The Fan Blog chris paddack Padres Featured Local Savings Featured Local Savings