Friar Territory: a San Diego Padres podcast

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A San Diego Padres show hosted by longtime Padres reporter Marty Caswell, San Diego radio voice Darren Smith and former Padres All-Star Heath Bell. The trio brings you inside news and analysis on all things Padres. Friar Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!

  1. 12h ago

    Dennis Lin talks Padres trade deadline, is Ethan Salas untouchable?

    Every game for the Padres is a must-win game ahead of the trade deadline, and right now they're looking like buyers. Darren Smith and Marty Caswell welcome in The Athletic's Dennis Lin to break down the upcoming MLB trade deadline, why A.J. Preller really has no untouchable players, and if he's angling to have have any of his high-contract players waive their no-trade clauses. Lin discusses the uncertainty of the pending Padres sale and who from the organization has been in touch with Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones when it comes to adding payroll at the deadline. The three discuss the idea of buying and selling at the deadline, what it means for Adrian Morejon, the promotion of Ethan Salas and why Fernando Tatis may not be untouchable in the future. Marty and Darren then jump into the comments from Michael King on the pressure the Padres are playing with each game, the team's little margin for error and Manny Machado's comments on negative coverage amid their underwhelming season.Marty updates the latest from reliever Jason Adam on his return timeline and how it could affect an already taxed Padres bullpen. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountFriar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dennis Lin talks Padres trade deadline, is Ethan Salas untouchable?

  2. 2d ago

    One week to trade deadline, Padres offense make a case, too little too late?

    The MLB trade deadline is one week away. Should the San Diego Padres be buyers or sellers? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss what, if anything has changed after the Padres sweep the Marlins to finish a 5-5 road trip. The two discuss a huge moment from Manny Machado versus the Marlins, Jackson Merrill's hot bat, and if the production from two of their bigger stars will be enough to sway President of baseball ops A.J. Preller on his deadline decision. The duo discuss Craig Stammen's candor on the thin Padres rotation, the latest rumors surrounding Michael King, and why the Padres are clear sellers if they move their only reliable starting pitcher. Marty and Darren address Bob Nightengale's report on Mason Miller reportedly staying put and what he means by Preller's "different tone" when he speaks to his rival GM's on trade proposals. The two break down the wild card race, the Padres having the second easiest strength of schedule, and yes, a huge upcoming homestand versus the lowly Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants. Could Nick Pivetta and Joe Musgrove return in time to make a difference? Marty and Darren jump into their latest rehab outings in Arizona, Musgrove's comments on pitching again this season, and what kind of value the scorching Ty France could have at the deadline.Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    One week to trade deadline, Padres offense make a case, too little too late?

  3. 5d ago

    The Padres last stand, end of an era, frustrated fans weigh in on deadline

    Does the Marlins series represent the Padres last meaningful series of the 2026 season? Marty Caswell and Darren Smith discuss the last road series for the Padres before the trade deadline versus a Marlins team that's lost nine straight games. And yet somehow, the Marlins are still in the hunt for the final wild card spot. The two discuss a prove-it series for the Padres while sending German Marquez, J.P Sears and Walker Buehler to the mound and what the team needs to show AJ Preller over their final nine games. Darren and Marty then answer questions and suggestions from frustrated Padres fans, who weigh on their wide-ranging trade proposals. Should the Padres keep Mason Miller and go for it next season or it time to clean house? Should the Padres trade Michael King, their only viable starting pitching? Do they want Nick Pivetta to opt out of his contract after the season? Marty and Darren also discuss the latest update on Padres ownership and why it feels like this entire uncertain season represents the very end of the Peter Seidler era that revitalized a city and fan base. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch.🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Padres last stand, end of an era, frustrated fans weigh in on deadline

  4. 6d ago

    AJ Preller wants to buy, Kyle Glaser on best trade partners for Padres

    The San Diego Padres have only won one of their last seven series but President of Baseball Ops A.J. Preller is itching to buy? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell welcome in Kyle Glaser to discuss the confounding Padres, what their record says about them, and the obstacles to making a real run. The trio react to former MLB general manager Jim Bowden bemoaning their lack of prospects, why it's hard to watch James Wood and C.J. Abrams flourish with the Nationals and why the Padres need to hold on to Ethan Salas and acquire more young talent. The show also discusses the merits of trading Kash Mayfield to the Mets for a rental of Freddy Peralta. What teams would line up as the Padres trade partners should the Padres become sellers? Glaser breaks down the list of teams that would covet Mason Miller, and which system offers the best fit of young controllable pitchers that the Padres desperately need. For a team desperate to find starting pitching, what would be the benefit of trading Michael King? Marty, Darren and Kyle jump into the King trade scenarios, why the Padres could very well hold onto Mason Miller, and the latest on the Padres new ownership being approved sometime in August, but only after the trade deadline.See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential.  Enroll online today at K12.com/foul Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOULFriar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AJ Preller wants to buy, Kyle Glaser on best trade partners for Padres

  5. Jul 21

    Padres stumbling on big road trip, Mason Miller rumors heat up

    19 runs one night, two runs the next. The 2026 Padres have been defined by inconsistencies,  injuries, and uninspiring baseball.Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss the Padres dismal 1-3 roadtrip, and why the manner in which they are losing is more discouraging and telling than their actual record. The duo discuss the latest blow in losing Miguel Andujar, and what type of blow it is ahead of the trade deadline. 100 games in, have the Padres even shown they are capable of a hot streak? Marty and Darren discuss how remarkable it is the Friars are somehow within three games of a wild card, what factors A.J. Preller is considering ahead of the deadline and if belief still lies inside the clubhouse. Injuries happen to every time but the Padres best option in replacing Andujar is the light-hitting Rodolfo Duran? As the losses mount and the clock ticks, the rumors circulating around All-Star closer Mason Miller continue to swirl. Darren and Marty discuss the latest surrounding the New York Yankees, who pursued Miller a year ago, and the likelihood of Adrian Morejon and the hot-hitting Ty France also being traded. Would the Padres really consider trading prospect Kash Mayfield to the New York Mets for a rental of Freddy Peralta? The show also discusses the idea thrown out by GM Territory's Jim Bowden.  Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Padres stumbling on big road trip, Mason Miller rumors heat up

  6. Jul 16

    Padres crucial road trip, new owners won't be ready in time, Heath Bell joins

    As the Padres get set to embark on a pivotal road trip that will shape A.J. Preller's approach at the trade deadline, we finally have an update on the new ownership group. Kind of? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell jump into what stood out from the All-Star game, the continued speculation around Mason Miller and what Rob Manfred had to say about the pending ownership group. The two discuss what "business as usual" under the current ownership group means for spending money and adding anything significant ahead of the trade deadline. Marty and Darren then break down Manny Machado's comments on what kind of job Craig Stammen has done in the first half of the season before welcoming in former Padres All-Star closer Heath Bell. Bell weighs in on Stammen learning on the job and the mistakes he's made that's cost the team. Would the Padres be a better team had they hired an experienced manager? Bell says yes, and says the real issue lies with Preller's track record of hiring managers. Do the Padres have enough to really make a run in the second half? The trio discuss what kind of moves the Friars realistically could make, and Bell details what it was like when he was dealing with constant trade rumors at the deadline. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Padres crucial road trip, new owners won't be ready in time, Heath Bell joins

  7. Jul 14

    State of the Padres farm system, John Conniff talks trade chips

    The trade deadline is several weeks away and as expected, All-Star closer Mason Miller was the center of trade rumors at the All-Star game. Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discussed the line of questioning around Miller and why the don't think he's getting traded before the deadline. But what DO the Padres have in their system to trade with multiple holes to address? The two welcome in John Conniff from Mad Friars, who breaks down the state of the farm system, why AJ Preller always knew trading James Wood was going to hurt, and a breakdown of their 2026 draft.? Marty and Darren then read tweets from Padres fans, who weigh in on what the Friars need to do at the trade deadline.Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    State of the Padres farm system, John Conniff talks trade chips

  8. Jul 13

    Are the Padres better than a .500 team? AJ Preller's deadline dilemma

    The San Diego Padres head into the All-Star break with a .500 record but have they shown enough to think they can turn it around in the second half? Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss the team's first half, what kind of grade they give them for their official "first half" of the season and a road trip that could shape A.J. Preller's trade deadline.Manny Machado is been the team's hottest hitter as of late and is finally hitting over .200, but the Padres will need a lot more from the rest of their stars if they can really make a run in the wild card race. We hear from Manny on the team's mentality ahead of a defining roadtrip that could shape them as buyers or sellers. Padres manager Craig Stammen discusses why Machado's surge is a "game changer" for the Padres. Yes, as we've always known, the Padres go as Manny goes. While Preller was busy with the MLB draft, Marty was interrogating him on the trade deadline and how he evaluates Stammen's performance. Marty and Darren break down Preller's comments on roster holes, Stammen's adjustments and learning on the go. The Padres HAVE shown an ability to play a lot better baseball in the second half, but is there any reason to believe this team, with its' various holes can do the same? Marty thinks this deadline could look a lot more like 2023, which merited Rich Hill, Scott Barlow and Ji-Man Choi.Use code foul50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last at Factormeals.com/foul50off🌶️Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe!Follow us on X: @FriarTerritoryFollow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Are the Padres better than a .500 team? AJ Preller's deadline dilemma
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A San Diego Padres show hosted by longtime Padres reporter Marty Caswell, San Diego radio voice Darren Smith and former Padres All-Star Heath Bell. The trio brings you inside news and analysis on all things Padres. Friar Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!

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