When it was leaked, then officially announced, that the Padres would be leaving their long-time flagship radio station the Mighty 1090 for FM 94.9 there were lots of rumors. I regularly listen to many Padres related podcasts and there were three independent suspicions that Ted Leitner may be left behind and without a job in the move. A quiet rage brewed from within.
Leitner, known affectionately as “Uncle Teddy” to San Diegans during his 36 year broadcast career with the Padres is the team’s voice. Upon losing Jerry Coleman, he became the only connection to the team’s of our youths.