Derek Togerson

Derek Togerson is a versatile journalist who has been with NBC San Diego since 2005. He reports, anchors, shoots and produces sports for the station. Prior to this role, Derek held various positions in the sports industry including roles at KESQ radio in Palm Springs, KAPP in Yakima, WCAU in Philadelphia and KPNX in Phoenix. He has a strong background as a sports reporter and is well-versed with covering local sporting events. In his personal life, Derek enjoys running, fishing, attempting to golf and cooking. He also likes to throw batting practice when he gets the chance. Outside of his work at NBC San Diego, Derek has three children and is involved in various community activities related to sports. He can be reached at derek.togerson@nbcuni.com and you can follow him on Twitter @Derek739.

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Contradictions

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  • Adam has a knack for missing bats with a whiff rate in the top five percent of the league.
  • Dylan Lesko was Padres’ 1st round draft pick in 2022, regarded as best high school arm in class but had command issues at High-A Fort Wayne.
  • Jason Adam owns a career 2.30 ERA and strikes out over a batter per inning
  • The Padres are getting Adam under team control through 2026 as he enters his second year of arbitration eligibility.

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Recent Articles

San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 The San Diego Padres bolstered their bullpen by acquiring effective reliever Jason Adam from the Tampa Bay Rays, giving up prospects Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez in return. Adam, with a 2.30 ERA and top-five percent whiff rate, adds high leverage to the Padres' bullpen through 2026.