Friar Territory: a San Diego Padres podcast (Foul Territory Network)
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| 12 Mar 2025 | Padres Spring Breakout Game Preview | 00:37:38 | |
The second annual Spring Breakout Series begins this week. Kyle Glaser preview the Padres matchup against the A's and runs down everything you need to know about the top prospects on the Padres roster, including keys to watch from Ethan Salas and Leo De Vries, the first public viewing of Kash Mayfield and Boston Bateman, and why Cobb Hightower and Brandon Butterworth are rising fast in evaluators' eyes. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 05 Mar 2025 | Assessing the Padres Pitching Depth | 00:34:04 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the Padres starting pitching depth, including the strides from Ryan Bergert and Braden Nett in spring training and whether the Padres have enough quality arms to contend if injuries hit. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 13 Mar 2025 | Gavin Sheets' Roster Push, Dylan Cease Trade Rumors and "Problem" Players | 00:46:46 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell discuss Gavin Sheets' huge week in spring training and whether it's enough for him to make the Opening Day roster. They dive into his improvements against lefties, why getting out of Chicago could boost his career and where he potentially fits on the roster. Plus they break down the latest Dylan Cease trade rumors and why he's unlikely to be moved, and Heath shares stories about Mat Latos and Milton Bradley, and why players labeled a "problem" from the outside aren't always what they appear to be. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 09 Apr 2025 | Merrill Hits IL; Tatis, Cronenworth Leave Injured On Painful Night For Padres | 00:37:49 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell discuss the Padres' painful Tuesday, with Jackson Merrill going on the IL and Jake Cronenworth and Fernando Tatis Jr. leaving a 10-4 loss to the A's with injuries. They discuss the Padres' updated outlook with the injuries, who are the leading candidates to step up and what's behind the Padres' rotation struggles on the road. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | Pitchers and Catchers Report! What To Watch For And Heath Bell's Best Spring Training Stories | 00:47:34 | |
Spring Training is here as Padres pitchers and catchers officially report! Heath Bell and Kyle Glaser discuss how to keep pitchers healthy in spring, how to know if a player is on the right track and Heath's best memories of spring - including the time Kevin Kouzmanoff made a fire in the clubhouse. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 02 Apr 2025 | Padres Extend Jackson Merrill For Nine Years, $135 Million | 00:22:55 | |
Jackson Merrill is staying in San Diego for the long haul. Kyle Glaser breaks down Merrill's nine-year extension with the Padres, including why it's a deal the Padres wanted to make now, the rare company Merrill is in with his early success and how his drafting and development is a signature accomplishment for the Padres organization.
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| 25 Feb 2025 | Connor Joe Joins The Show! Why He Chose The Padres, His Role With The Team and Coming Home | 00:44:15 | |
Connor Joe joins the latest episode of Friar Territory with Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell. He talks about growing up going to Padres games, what it was like making his debut at Petco Park and how meaningful it is for him to now wear a Padres uniform. Plus, Heath shares why's getting more bullish on the Padres, and tells the story of the time he got handcuffed at Disneyland. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL. Follow all our social media channels for more content! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 03 Feb 2025 | Let's Find The Padres A Left Fielder | 00:38:30 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down who should be the Padres left fielder in 2025, including why Alex Verdugo isn't a good fit as a free agent, whether Eddie Rosario still has something to offer and weighing the appeal of Heston Kjerstad, Jarred Kelenic and Spencer Steer on the trade market. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 06 Feb 2025 | The Next Moves The Padres Need To Make | 00:40:05 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the merits of the Padres signing Elias Diaz and what is says about Luis Campusano, what pitchers REALLY want from their catchers, why a reunion with Cal Quantrill makes sense at the back of the rotation and Heath's secret to throwing hard - chocolate chip cookies. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 24 Mar 2025 | 2025 MLB Season Preview: How The Padres Stack Up | 01:38:55 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell preview the 2025 season, complete with projected standings and award winners. They predict whether the will Dodgers break the single-season wins record, how the Red Sox and Yankees are set for an old-fashioned AL East showdown and, of course, if the Padres will make the playoffs. Plus, a tribute to late San Diego Union-Tribune sports columnist Bryce Miller. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 23 Apr 2025 | Road Trip Recap: Padres Shut Out By Tigers, Injuries Start Taking Their Toll | 00:22:26 | |
The Padres wrap up a 2-4 road trip by getting shut out by the Tigers on Wednesday afternoon. Kyle Glaser breaks down how all of the position player injuries are starting to take a toll on the Padres offense, and what they can realistically do about it. Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 21 Mar 2025 | NL West Division Preview: San Francisco Giants | 00:31:22 | |
Senior baseball writer Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joins the show to break down the Giants' outlook for the 2025 season. How Buster Posey has already changed the culture, why Robbie Ray could be in for a huge season and if the Giants are being underrated as a sleeper team.
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| 31 Mar 2025 | Opening Series Sweep: The Padres Do It All Against The Braves | 00:33:31 | |
Mike Cameron and Kyle Glaser break down the Padres' season-opening four-game sweep against the Braves, including Fernando Tatis Jr.'s immediate impact out of the leadoff spot, how the offense did both the big and little things to make a difference, a dominant bullpen showing and why Gavin Sheets looks like a Padres scouting coup. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 25 Mar 2025 | Yuli Gurriel, Martin Maldonado Make The Team; Kyle Hart, Randy Vasquez Win Final Rotation Spots | 00:20:55 | |
The Padres bench and rotation battles have been decided. Kyle Glaser breaks down the decisions to go with Jose Iglesias, Yuli Gurriel, Martin Maldonado and Brandon Lockridge on the bench, and why Kyle Hart and Randy Vasquez were the logical choices to fill out the rotation. Plus, what's next for Tyler Wade, Eguy Rosario, Connor Joe, Stephen Kolek and others who just missed the Opening Day roster. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 27 Jan 2025 | Taking Stock of the 2025 Padres | 00:44:48 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron bring you the debut episode of Friar Territory, the newest show on the Friar Territory Network. Mike discusses how his time with the Padres helped him get back to loving the game and why he wished he would have been able to stay in San Diego after the 2007 season. Plus, Kyle and Mike break down the Padres' 2025 outlook, how players handle ownership legal issues in the wake of Sheel Seidler's lawsuit, why Jurickson Profar will be sorely missed and stories about how bad Ichiro is at dancing. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 06 Mar 2025 | OMG! The Padres Sign Jose Iglesias | 00:49:00 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down the Padres signing of Jose Iglesias, including how it affects Xander Bogaerts at shortstop and why the deal is all upside and no downside for the Padres. Plus, the prospects to watch on the Padres Spring Breakout roster just announced. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 19 Mar 2025 | NL West Division Preview: Colorado Rockies | 00:31:22 | |
Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post joins the show to discuss the Rockies' outlook for 2025. He breaks down the state of the Rockies rotation, what can be expected of Kris Bryant at this point and how the organization could be in for a shakeup if the team gets off to a slow start. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Top Takeaways From The Padres Spring Training Opener | 00:09:54 | |
Kyle Glaser provides instant reaction to the Padres spring training opener, including good signs from Manny Machado, the poise of Ethan Salas and Gavin Sheets actually hitting a lefty. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | Spring Training Storylines! Position Battles, Health Watch and Memories of Michael Jordan In Camp | 00:49:57 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the top spring training storylines for the Padres with full squad workouts underway. We talk about whether Xander Bogaerts can handle shortstop again, the Elias Diaz-Luis Campusano catcher battle, who will be the No. 5 starter and what Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. need to do to stay healthy. Plus, Mike recalls his best storues of playing alongside Michael Jordan at White Sox spring training. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 17 Apr 2025 | Recapping the Padres Series Win Over the Cubs: Machado, Suarez, Starters and Smallball | 00:46:55 | |
The Padres have gotten contributions from everywhere during their MLB-best 15-4 start. Heath Bell and Kyle Glaser break down their most recent series win over the Cubs, including how Manny Machado is stepping up, Robert Suarez is leading a dominant bullpen and the little things are leading to the big things for the Padres offense. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 07 Apr 2025 | Padres Rally Past The Cubs; Gavin Sheets Joins The Show! | 00:45:29 | |
The Padres are 8-2 after a thrilling comeback win over the Cubs to cap their first road series of the season. Mike Cameron and Kyle Glaser break down what's gone right for the Padres so far and are joined by Gavin Sheets, who discusses his strong connection with Padres hitting coach Victor Rodriguez, the biggest differences between playing for the White Sox compared to the Padres, and how Padres fans are already picking up his tab after his hot start to the season. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 26 Mar 2025 | Padres Season Preview: Predictions for Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Dylan Cease and More | 01:08:46 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron preview the 2025 Padres season and make their predictions on over/unders for every key player. Will Fernando Tatis Jr. top 30 home runs ? Does Jackson Merrill finish Top-7 in NL MVP voting? Will Dylan Cease reach 200 strikeouts with the Padres - or someone else after a deadline trade? Kyle and Mike make their picks as well as whether the Padres will make the playoffs - and who wins the World Series. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 11 Feb 2025 | The Impact of Signing Jason Heyward | 00:45:06 | |
Mike Cameron and Kyle Glaser break down Jason Heyward signing with the Padres, including whether the Padres can help him improve offensively and how his leadership style will impact the clubhouse. Plus, Mike celebrates the 25th anniversary of the day he was traded for Ken Griffey Jr. and recounts how he once bought food and drinks for the entire New York press corp in spring training. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 27 Feb 2025 | Ethan Salas, Tirso Ornelas and Early Padres Spring Training Standouts | 00:43:34 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron break down the early standouts of Cactus League play for the Padres, including Ethan Salas, Tirso Ornelas and Bradgley Rodriguez. Plus, when performance in spring training actually starts to matter, and Mike seeking his first win as a spring training split squad manager. Follow all our social media channels for more content! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 10 Mar 2025 | NL West Division Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers | 00:44:21 | |
We kick off our NL West Team previews series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dodgers beat writer Bill Plunkett from the Orange County Register joins the show to discuss Mookie Betts becoming a full-time shortstop, when to expect Shohei Ohtani to return to the mound and how Game 4 of the NLDS marked an inflection point in Dave Roberts' managerial legacy. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.
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| 10 Feb 2025 | Who is John Seidler? Kevin Acee Joins The Show! | 00:26:17 | |
Padres beat writer Kevin Acee from the San Diego Union-Tribune joins the show to discuss everything we know about new Padres control person John Seidler. Who he is, what to expect from the franchise with him in charge and whether he or others will hold the levers of power from behind the scenes. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 15 Apr 2025 | Bear Down! Padres Stage Stunning Comeback To Roar Past Cubs, 10-4 | Special Postgame Edition | 00:24:10 | |
The Padres score nine runs in the final three innings to shock the Cubs, 10-4, and improve to 14-3 on the season with a thrilling comeback win. Kyle Glaser breaks down how the Padres pulled it off, the two-strike heroics of their offense and why all signs point to a special season brewing in San Diego. Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | Padres Offseason Report Card; Grading Every Move The Padres Made | 00:33:57 | |
Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell grade the Padres offseason roster moves, from an "A" for the decisions to keep Michael King and Dylan Cease down to a "D-" for signing Yuli Gurriel to a minor league deal, and everything in between. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 14 Apr 2025 | Scoreless Sweep! Scoreless Sweep! Padres Shut Down The Rockies As Starters Strut Their Stuff | 00:35:42 | |
The Padres swept the Rockies with three consecutive shutouts in a dominating weekend performance. Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron discuss the Padres rotation bouncing back after a rough turn, the team's 10-0 start at home and what the team can prove in their upcoming home series against the Cubs. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 28 Mar 2025 | Opening Day Recap: Gavin Sheets Plays Hero As Padres Rally Late To Beat Braves | 00:21:04 | |
Kyle Glaser breaks down the Padres' 7-4 win over the Braves on Opening Day, from Jackson Merrill's early impact to their four-run rally in the seventh inning to a lockdown performance from the bullpen. Plus, a look a breakdown of Gavin Sheets' pinch-hit, game-tying home run, and why Padres officials feel like they got a steal signing him to minor league contract. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 23 Jan 2025 | Friar Territory Trailer | 00:00:31 | |
Join longtime MLB reporter Kyle Glaser and All-Stars Mike Cameron and Heath Bell for all things San Diego Padres on Friar Territory, the newest show on the Foul Territory Network. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 18 Feb 2025 | Nick Pivetta OFFICIALLY Signs | 00:26:42 | |
The Nick Pivetta signing is official! Robbie Hyde from Monster Territory joins Kyle Glaser to break Pivetta down, including his penchant for hot and cold streaks, the bold bet the Padres made with the signing and why it could end up being a great match for both sides. ORGAIN: For 30% off your order, head to Orgain.com/FOUL30 and use code FOUL30. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 12 Mar 2025 | How Jackson Merrill Can Avoid A Sophomore Slump | 00:38:03 | |
Mike Cameron joins Kyle Glaser to discuss the dreaded sophomore slump, including his own struggles with it and what Jackson Merrill can do to avoid one. Plus, predictions what Merrill's production will look like in 2025. Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Follow all our social media channels for more content! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 19 Mar 2025 | Yu Darvish's Elbow, Matt Waldron's Oblique and the Padres' Concerning Rotation Injuries | 00:29:35 | |
Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron discuss the suddenly precarious state of the Padres rotation with Yu Darvish's elbow inflammation and Matt Waldron's oblique strain. They discuss who will fill out the rotation, what can reasonably be expected of the depth starters, and how the team can handle a tough early schedule right out of the gate. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 30 Jan 2025 | The Effects of the Padres Ownership Struggle | 00:45:22 | |
Kyle Glaser and former All-Star closer Heath Bell bring you things Padres on the second episode of Friar Territory. Heath discusses his best memories of playing in San Diego, the challenge of succeeding Trevor Hoffman and his famous slide into the mound at the All-Star Game. Plus, Heath details how the Moores divorce fundamentally changed the franchise, and his concerns that the Seidler family lawsuit could do the same once again. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 20 Mar 2025 | San Diego Padres 2025 Opening Day Roster Projection | 00:54:21 | |
Who will make the Padres Opening Day roster? Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break it all down with one week left in spring training, including why Kyle Hart and Randy Vazquez should fill out the rotation, whether Tyler Wade and Eguy Rosario will win a bench spot and the tough decision the Padres need to make about Jason Heyward. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 21 Apr 2025 | Luis Arraez's Scary Collision And What Comes Next | 00:52:50 | |
Mike Cameron joins Kyle Glaser to break down Luis Arraez's scary collision against the Astros and explain the physical and emotional healing process that has to happen after an incident like that. Plus, a look at Fernando Tatis Jr.'s explosive start and how hitting coach Victor Rodriguez is working his magic with Martin Maldonado. Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 18 Apr 2025 | Astros Series Preview feat. Crush City Territory | 00:50:17 | |
Kyle Glaser joins Chandler Rome and Tyler Stafford of Crush City Territory for a special crossover episode to preview the Padres upcoming series against the Astros. We discuss why the Padres offense has a favorable matchup against the Astros defense, how Martin Maldonado could be a secret weapon for the Padres and whether the Padres will be catching Framber Valdez at the right time. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 11 Apr 2025 | How The Padres and Dodgers Compare So Far in 2025; Fabian Ardaya Joins! | 00:30:30 | |
The Padres and Dodgers are the winningest teams in baseball with 10 wins apiece. The Athletic's Dodgers beat writer Fabian Ardaya joins the show to discuss the Dodgers' early-season strengths and weaknesses and how they match up with what the Padres have shown so far. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 03 Apr 2025 | 7-0! How The Padres Got Off To The Best Start In Franchise History | 00:50:39 | |
The Padres are off to the best start in franchise history at 7-0. Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell break down how they've done it, including their "small ball" success and a dominant showing from the pitching staff. Plus, Heath discusses the importance of clubhouse chemistry and how sees something special in this year's Padres team. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 17 Mar 2025 | NL West Division Preview: Arizona Diamondbacks | 00:26:44 | |
Longtime Diamondbacks beat writer Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic joins the show to break down the D-backs' outlook for the 2025 season. He discusses whether Corbin Carroll will return to prime form, how the addition of former Padre Josh Naylor impacts the team, if the signing of Corbin Burnes boost the rotation enough and more. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | What Comes Next In The Padres Ownership Lawsuit | 00:16:23 | |
University of New Hampshire Law Professor and sports law expert Michael McCann joins the show to provide legal analysis of Sheel Seidler's lawsuit and Matt Seidler's response and explains why he thinks the lawsuit is really about money rather than control of the Padres. Plus, how he thinks it will all end. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Friar Territory on Youtube! | |||