Padres Editorial: Beard Power Rankings

Mar 14, 2015; Peoria, AZ, USA; San Diego Padres catcher Derek Norris (3) looks on against the Texas Rangers at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Derek Norris

Norris is new to the Padres and scaled his crazy look back after the trade from the A’s was announced. Still, his beard holds so much potential.

With the A’s we saw Norris pumping up his team and the fan-base with with the full Tarzan look.  While I respect Norris’ decision to start with a clean slate with his new club, the resurgence of his beard is absolutely essential for a playoff push in 2015.

I look forward to Norris growing out his beard this season, alongside his rapport with the Padres pitching staff.

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