# AJ Ellis joins the show, Fermin Campusano tandem, Padres starting lineup?

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Podcast: [Friar Territory: a San Diego Padres podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/friar-territory-a-san-diego-padres-podcast-7179492)
Published: 2026-03-20T19:53:49+00:00
Episode link: https://omny.fm/shows/friar-territory-a-san-diego-padres-podcast/aj-ellis-joins-the-show-fermin-campusano-tandem-padres-starting-lineup
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Darren Smith and Marty Caswell kick off the show by talking to Padres special assistant and former MLB catcher A.J. Ellis. Ellis discusses the challenges of the upcoming season with ABS, working with catchers and why he's so excited for what's to come with Luis Campusano. The trio also discuss the Padres pitching staff, the incredible growth of Randy Vasquez and how much he's gained by working with Yu Darvish. Ellis also discusses the role of a special assistant and why first-time manager Craig Stammen checks every box. Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis have returned to scorching hot Peoria. Marty and Darren discuss the Padres first lineup with them back and if we're seeing a preview of the regular season lineup. We also hear from Craig Stammen on his lineup and Tatis on his incredible WBC experience. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com 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 Darren Smith on X: @DSmithShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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