Friar Territory: a San Diego Padres podcast

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...

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 P...

The San Diego Padres are engaged with the New York Mets in trade talks. Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell break down how the teams match up, including trading Nick Pivetta and Ramon Laureano really makes sense, why the Mets, Cubs and Orioles are the three teams that have what the Padres need, and what Yu Darvish said about his future and the likelihood he retires. Plus, looking back at Juan Soto's tim...

San Diego Padres closer Robert Suarez signed a three-year, $45 million contact with the Atlanta Braves on Thursday. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the news, including why Suarez's departure was expected, how his Padres tenure should be remembered, and what to watch for as he moves to Atlanta. Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast of the Foul Territory Network.  Follow us...

The Winter Meetings are officially in the books. Kyle Glaser and Marty Caswell break down everything that happened in Orlando and what it means for the Padres, including confirmation Fernando Tatis Jr. won't be traded, why a Nationals-Mariners trade bodes well for the Padres if they trade one of their relievers, and why a potential lockout means the Padres window to compete may come to an end afte...

The first day of the Winter Meetings is in the books. Marty Caswell, Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down all the Padres news from the day, including Craig Stammen saying Mason Miller and Adrian Morejon will likely remain in the bullpen, John Seidler's comments about A.J. Preller extension talks, and Nick Pivetta trade rumors swirling. Plus a look at the Padres first two free agent signings of...

The 2025 Winter Meetings begin in Orlando, Fla. this weekend. Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser break down the biggest things to watch for from the San Diego Padres at the annual gathering, including a potential Jake Cronenworth will be traded, if Joe Ryan and other starters on the trade market are within the Padres grasp, and what to watch for from the latest top Japanese pitcher, Tatsuya Imai. Friar...

Marty Caswell makes her official Friar Territory co-host debut! Marty and Kyle break down AJ Preller's lack of a contract extension with the Winter Meetings less than a week away, including the possibility of him being a lame duck GM in 2026 despite the Padres' proclamations they want to extend him. Plus, they discuss Mike Shildt taking a new job with the Baltimore Orioles so soon after resigning...

The San Diego Padres are set to hire Steven Souza as hitting coach and Randy Knorr as bench coach to join first-year manager Craig Stammen's staff. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell discuss the hires, including whether hiring a first-time hitting coach in Souza is too big of a risk, where Randy Knorr will make a major impact, and how long to give Stammen and his staff before making judgements on their pe...

Manny Machado tired badly at the end of the 2025 season and will be 34 next year. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron discuss how the San Diego Padres should manage Machado's workload in 2026, including whether DH days actually provide requisite rest, why 150 games should be his target, and how first-year manager Craig Stammen can mitigate pushback from Machado about taking days off. Go to MeUndies.com/f...

The San Diego Padres are in desperate need of starting pitching and don't have much payroll room to work with. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell assess the possibility of Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon or David Morgan moving from the bullpen to the rotation, including how many innings Miller could realistically be counted on for, why Morejon is highly unlikely to be able to make the conversion, and if Morg...

The San Diego Padres have multiple holes to fill in their rotation this offseason. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the top free agent pitching targets that make sense for the club, including why bringing back Ruben Niebla and Ben Fritz on staff shapes their strategy, how ownership and payroll questions affect their pursuit, and whether bringing Michael King back is a realistic possibility....

San Diego Padres chairman John Seidler announced Thursday that the Seidler family is exploring a potential sale of the team. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the news, including whether a sale would hurt or benefit the franchise, if the news will affect free agents' interest in signing with the Padres, and how Sheel Seidler's lawsuit plays into the decision. Get Huel for 15% off for New Custo...

The San Diego Padres formally introduced Craig Stammen as their new manager on Monday morning. NBC San Diego sports anchor Darnay Tripp joins Kyle Glaser to discuss the main takeaways from Stammen's opening presser, including Stammen's qualities that made him the choice to lead, how his relationship with Manny Machado and others will have to evolve, and whether the Padres stated goal of winning a...

The San Diego Padres named former reliever and current special assistant Craig Stammen as manager on Thursday in a shocking twist. Heath Bell and Kyle Glaser break down the surprise hire, including if Stammen was the right choice, whether former teammates like Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. will give him deference, and why retaining Ruben Niebla on staff as pitching coach is now even more cr...

The San Diego Padres have a lot of pitching needs to address this offseason, but the offense is what needs the biggest improvement for them to achieve their World Series dreams. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the top hitters that make sense for the Padres to pursue this offseason, including the case for and against bringing back Ryan O'Hearn, which of Japanese sluggers Munetaka Murakami a...

The San Diego Padres search for a new manager is winding down with Albert Pujols, Nick Hundley and Ruben Niebla reportedly among the finalists for the job. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break it all down, including whether Pujols is ready for the job with no full-season coaching or managing experience, Hundley's promise as a manager vs. the Padres needs, and if Niebla would be able to make the jump f...

San Diego Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller has one year remaining on his contract, and the team has a decision to make whether to extend him or not. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron discuss if Preller deserves an extension, the arguments for and against, and why the length of any extension is the most important part. Plus, they compare Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s and Fernando Tatis Jr....

The San Diego Padres were once again a playoff team, but they also had some clear deficiencies. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell highlight the five key areas the Padres need to improve in 2026, as well as what players in free agency could be brought in to help in those needed areas. Plus, Heath and Kyle make their World Series picks between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, as well as what...

The San Diego Padres have begun looking for a new manager to replace Mike Shildt. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the Padres' search, including whether the team should prioritize previous managerial experience, whether internal candidates like Ruben Niebla or Brian Esposito are good fits to be elevated to the top job, and why Albert Pujols would not be the right fit for the Padres. Plus, a...

The Arizona Fall League began last week, and already San Diego Padres prospects are making their mark. Kyle Glaser runs down the hot starts by Ryan Jackson, Carson Montgomery and more for the Peoria Javelinas, plus an interview with pitching prospect Kannon Kemp on his first full season and the experience playing in the AFL. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at...

It's been an eventful 48 hours since Mike Shildt announced he was retiring as San Diego Padres manager. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the latest developments, including reports about Shildt's treatment of his coaches, what was most notable about A.J. Preller's press conference, and how attractive the Padres manager job really is to prospective candidates. Download the DraftKings Pick6 app...

Mike Shildt unexpectedly announced his retirement as Padres manager on Monday. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the news, including Shildt citing the toll of the job in his decision, how his Padres managerial tenure should be remembered, and what type of manager the Padres should hire as his replacement.  Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FOUL – play just $5, get $50 in Pic...

The Padres have 12 players who could be free agents and seven players headed to arbitration from their 90-win team. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the key decisions the Padres have to make this offseason, including whether to extend Luis Arraez a qualifying offer, how hard they should try to retain Michael King if he declines his player option, and if Ryan O'Hearn showed enough to justify t...

The 2025 San Diego Padres went 90-72 and had a lot of things go right, but there were also some very clear holes that need to be addressed. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down how the 2025 season should be viewed, hand out their end-of-season awards and discuss the future for Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr. and more. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOX...