About this episode

Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss the Padres' recent performance and fan sentiments regarding the trade deadline, featuring insights from guest Jackson Merrill.

The Padres rebounded from a disastrous start to their crucial homestand, thanks to a key moment from Jake Cronenworth and a good outing from German Marquez. Darren Smith and Marty Caswell discuss Cronenworth's importance to the roster, and why it feels like the longest week ever after just two games with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The duo hear from Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill, who details why the team will show who they really are in the second half, as well as the tight knit bond on the team. But do Padres fans share Merrill's optimism? Marty and Darren read tweets from Padres fans on what they want the team to do at the trade deadline, including changing the coaching staff, and mixed opinions on being buyers or sellers. Darren wonders why the Padres sale is dragging out and if Major League Baseball is sending a pointed message. Shop now at Fabletics.com/Foul and get 70 to 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. 🌶️ Friar Territory is the official San Diego Padres podcast in the Foul Territory Network. Subscribe! Follow us on X: @FriarTerritory Follow us on X: @MartyCaswell Follow us on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Darren Smith, Marty Caswell

Guest: Jackson Merrill

Topics covered

• Padres performance
• trade deadline
• fan opinions
• team dynamics
• coaching staff changes

Keywords

• Padres
• Jackson Merrill
• trade deadline
• Jake Cronenworth
• fan opinions
• coaching staff
• Major League Baseball

Sponsors

Fabletics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: San Diego Padres, Major League Baseball, Foul Territory Network

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