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Is the Padres current roster better than it was a year ago at this time? Former Padres reliever Heath Bell says yes. Heath and Marty Caswell break down the extremely talented outfield and why Luis Campusano may finally get his biggest chance under Craig Stammen. Will Miguel Andujar end up being AJ Preller's biggest off-season acquistion, and how does he fit the team? But the biggest story hovering over the Padres is who the next owner will be. Heath discusses the disastrous regime of Jeff Moorad, the ensuing fire sale, and why being honest with the players is a major deal.  Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe! Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyCaswell Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic's Keith Law joins Marty Caswell to break down the San Diego Padres farm system - ranked last by The Athletic. The duo dives into Ethan Salas' 2026 progression after injuries last season, and discuss the other key prospects left in the system. The Athletics' Leo De Vries may add more salt to the wound for Padres fans. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe! Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The San Diego Padres signed veteran left-hander Marco Gonzales to a minor league deal as they continue to make interesting signings on the margins. Marty Caswell, Heath Bell and Kyle Glaser break down Gonzales' signing and how he could help, discuss why inaccurate Fernando Tatis Jr. trade rumors won't go away, and analyze if anything should be read into Nick Pivetta not having a bobblehead this year. Plus, Kyle breaks some news about his future with Friar Territory. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yu Darvish's future with the San Diego Padres remains unresolved after he refuted a report that he was retiring. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser break down the latest on Darvish, including why retirement is still his most likely outcome, his impact on the Padres clubhouse and why he'll still be a part of the organization regardless of whether he remains active. Plus, Randy Jones' Celebration of Life at Petco Park, and the latest listener questions. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Subscribe to the podcast! Apple: https://bit.ly/4geW2xF Spotify: https://bit.ly/4hbjsW2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethan Salas is the lone Padres prospect who made Baseball America's Top 100 Prospects list. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser break down Salas' ranking and what he needs to show in 2026, if any other Padres prospects deserved to be ranked the Top 100, and why having only one Top 100 Prospect isn't a reflection on the Padres scouting and player development groups. Plus, a look at Nick Pivetta's trade market in the wake of the Freddy Peralta deal, and Heath Bell joins to answer listener questions. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring training games begin in just over a month and the San Diego Padres still have major question marks. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser break down the latest, including why Randy Vasquez and J.P. Sears may actually be ok as the Nos. 4 and 5 starters, how Sung Mun Song's oblique injury affects his Opening Day roster chances, and the Padres' reported pursuit of Nolan Arenado in a trade before he went to Arizona. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/Territory Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyCaswell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bud Black is back with the San Diego Padres as a special advisor to baseball operations. The former Padres manager joins Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser to discuss why he decided to return to the organization, the status of his relationship with A.J. Preller, and what lessons he plans to impact to Craig Stammen as a pitcher making the transition to managing. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The San Diego Padres remain at least one starting pitchers short and need to clear salary. Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell break down the best potential trade fits, including the Royals for Jake Cronenworth, the Mets for Nick Pivetta and why Jeremiah Estrada might actually be their best trade chip. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring training is a little over a month away and the San Diego Padres still have plenty of unanswered questions. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser break down the Padres offseason so far, including whether the club deserves an Incomplete grade, how much A.J. Preller's lack of a contract extension really matters, and why some under-the-radar minor league signings are worth giving them credit for. Plus, answers to your mailbag questions. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Year has arrived and the San Diego Padres have a big year ahead. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser discuss the keys to watch for the franchise this year, including if Fernando Tatis Jr. can return to peak form, A.J. Preller's contract situation and resolving ownership as soon as possible. Plus, a look at the starting pitching market and this year's Hall of Fame voting. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Mike Cameron on X: @_mcameron44  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final Friar Territory of 2025 is here. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell look ahead to 2026 and detail the top five New Year's Resolutions for the San Diego Padres, including Craig Stammen sending a critical message in spring training, avoiding poor signings like Yuli Gurriel and Jason Heyward, and finding a way to add Kazuma Okamoto before his signing deadline on Jan. 4. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network. Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell are back with another holiday mailbag. They discuss whether the Padres should target veteran pitchers like Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander in free agency, how much longer Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts will be able to stay at their positions, and if Mason Miller still could become a starter at some point.  Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV    Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The San Diego Padres have been busy the last few days, with more moves sure to come. Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell answer fans' questions about the team's offseason plans and outlook for 2026, including if Luis Campusano's playing time will increase with Mike Shildt no longer managing, whether Gavin Sheets or Jake Cronenworth are more likely to be the Padres' first baseman on Opening Day, and what boxes the Padres need to check in order to be a World Series contender. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV  Subscribe to the podcast!  Apple: https://bit.ly/4geW2xF  Spotify: https://bit.ly/4hbjsW2 Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael King is returning to the San Diego Padres. Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell break down how the Padres were able to bring King back on a surprise deal, how King's return changes the Padres outlook, and what it means financially for the club. Plus a scouting report on Korean infielder Sung Mun Song and where he fits in San Diego, and why the minor league signing of Tristan McKenzie has a chance to pay big dividends for the club. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holidays are upon us, which means 2025 is about to come to a close. Marty Caswell, Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell look back at the San Diego Padres top storylines from the year, including the Seidler family exploring a sale of the team, Mike Shildt's surprising resignation, and Mason Miller's addition at a wild trade deadline. Plus, they discuss Ruben Niebla's new title with the expansion of the Padres coaching staff and Miller announcing he'll pitch in the WBC. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory  Kyle Glaser on X: @KyleAGlaser  Marty Caswell on X: @MartyTimeTV  Heath Bell on X: @HeathBell21  Subscribe to the podcast! Apple: https://bit.ly/4geW2xFSpotify: https://bit.ly/4hbjsW2 Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.