SAN DIEGO -- As much as new Padres first-base coach Tarrik Brock enjoyed his 13 seasons playing professional baseball, what he truly enjoys is life after playing.
"The most important thing, the most satisfying thing I get to do is coach," Brock said. "That's when you get to give more of yourself. You share your experiences, good and bad.
"For me, the most important thing is helping these men with their journey. If I can help at least a couple of them, I've done a great job."
Brock will get that opportunity again this season with the Padres, joining the coaching staff of first-year manager Andy Green after spending 2015 as one of the organization's Minor League coordinators.