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Once those steps are complete, Darvish will likely make a rehab start or two before making his 2025 debut with the Padres. Therefore, the Friar Faithful shouldn't expect Darvish to return quickly.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Baseball fans — or those who know Spanish — may already know the Padres’ name translates to “Father” or “Friar,” but how exactly did the Major League ...