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Foul Territory
Baseball the way it should be covered and exclusive interviews with MLB studs #FTLive hosted by AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Kevin Pillar, Trevor May, Jason Kipnis, Jonathan Papelbon, Scott Braun, insider Ken Rosenthal and PTBNL. The world is our clubhouse.
Episodes
Foul TerritoryJayson Stark on Mason Miller’s epic run, Phillies vibes + A’s talk w/Ken Korach
Is Mason Miller on pace to be the greatest closer ever? The Athletic’s Jayson Stark breaks down how insane Mason Miller is and where he could rank among…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Cubs new attack plan, Mets backing Mendoza, Cardinals surprising
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets announcing publicly that they are backing manager Carlos Mendoza. Could a change still happen if they…
Foul TerritoryCarlos Mendoza’s job is safe, May predictions, Brewers lose Woodruff
What is the appropriate age for coaches to assist with stealing signs? (top of show) (5:33) The Mets are backing manager Carlos Mendoza despite their 10-21…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden's Front Office Unfiltered + Blue Jays talk w/Ricky Romero
Former MLB GM Jim Bowden had a strong reaction to the firings of Alex Cora and Rob Thomson. He also presented a case for Carlos Mendoza to keep his job, and…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Mets place Robert Jr. on IL, Justin Steele setback, Marlins win in LA
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the crumbling Mets: now 10-20 with injuries mounting. (Top of show) (3:40) The hosts dissect other…
Foul TerritoryBIG April Awards, Twins neglected pen, Mets IL Luis Robert Jr.
Let’s pick our own April Awards: Biggest surprises and disappointments, Best moments, and Players, Pitchers, and Rookies of the month. Plus, AJ dropped…
Foul TerritoryTim Kurkjian talks MLB early season chaos, Historic moments + How are the big free agents performing?
One of baseball's best storytellers is back on FT! Tim Kurkjian makes the case for why the game is at its peak right now, weighs in on the firings of Alex Cora…
Foul TerritoryBraves checkup w/CJ Nitkowski + Sam Blum’s Angels & Astros stories
Are the Braves the best team in baseball right now? We ask TV analyst C.J. Nitkowski, who tells us about Walt Weiss exceeding expectations, updates us on Sean…
Foul TerritoryShohei resting for Cy bid, Trey Yesavage is SO back, Yanks SP rich, Rob Thomson still loves Philly
Ex-MLB player Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four different steroids at the WBC?! (top of the show) AJ comments on his former teammate. (02:41) The…
Foul TerritoryFormer Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. on Mattingly replacing Thomson
How tough was the decision for the Phillies to fire Rob Thomson? The Phillies Show co-host Ruben Amaro Jr. joined FT to show respect for Topper and detail what…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal reacts to Rob Thomson firing news & reviews front offices of Red Sox, Mets, & Phillies
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps on for his reaction to the Rob Thomson firing. Why did Alex Cora decline the offer? What can we expect from Don…
Foul TerritoryPhillies fire Rob Thomson, Alex Cora declines Philly job, 1-1 Travis Bazzana arrives, Yankees announce Elmer Rodriguez promotion
The Phillies have relieved Rob Thomson of his managerial duties, naming Don Mattingly interim skipper after Alex Cora reportedly turned down the job. (top of…
Foul TerritoryWhite Sox SP Davis Martin joins FT
Munetaka Murakami has been a highlight reel this season. White Sox starter Davis Martin hopped on FT to talk about what he’s been seeing from the rookie…
Foul TerritoryInside Boston’s Alex Cora decision w/Pete Abraham + Former MLB Exec Zack Scott talks Sox & Mets mess
Is Alex Cora truly relieved to be away from the team? Boston Globe columnist Pete Abraham joined FT to discuss the mood in the clubhouse following Cora's…
Foul TerritoryAlex Cora firing aftermath, Roki's new splitter, Kyle Harrison shines, Mets meltdown, Rays sweep Twins
A massive shakeup in Boston. The Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora, along with five additional coaches. (top of show) Why is there always so much drama…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Ken Rosenthal reacts to Red Sox firing Alex Cora
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks how the Red Sox suddenly ousted Manager Alex Cora and five other coaches over the weekend. (top of show) (14:19) One…
Foul TerritoryPitching Ninja is back on FT
There has been a lot of ridiculous pitching so far this year. "Pitching Ninja" Rob Friedman joined FT to discuss Shohei Ohtani's dominant start to his season…
Foul TerritoryBuck Showalter Unfiltered: Ohtani rule, Nimmo-Semien trade, much more
It's always a rollercoaster when Buck hops on FT. The former big league manager drops his opinion on the Ohtani rule and if teams have a right to be upset…
Foul TerritoryOrel Hershiser joins Splash Hit + Giants OF Drew Gilbert joins FT
Dodger legend Orel Hershiser hopped on Splash Hit Territory earlier this week in the mix of the Dodgers-Giants series. He provided a peek behind the scenes in…
Foul TerritoryMonster Territory Instant Reaction to Red Sox firing Alex Cora
Monster Territory host Robbie Hyde jumps on live with breaking news to react to the firing of Red Sox manager Alex Cora, along with five additional coaches…
Foul TerritoryJake Cronenworth on Friar Territory
Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth joined Friar Territory to discuss the incredible support by Padres fans on the road, how much players look forward to playing…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Inside the Ohtani rule, Teams panicking + Life of MLB players on the road
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joined FT to answers questions about his column on the Ohtani rule and why other players haven’t developed into unicorn…
Foul TerritoryBraves get richer with JR Ritchie, PCA v. LA, Dodgers-Giants beef
Welcome back Ross Stripling to host the show! (top of show) (01:09) Let’s review JR Ritchie’s standout debut for the Braves. Plus, a quick look at…
Foul Territory3x All-Star Daniel Murphy joins FT
How can the Mets rebound from a disastrous start? Former NLCS MVP and Mets second baseman Daniel Murphy joined FT to talk about what he's seen from the team…
Foul TerritoryJonathan Papelbon Unfiltered: Red Sox-Yankees thoughts, Toronto closer situation, Soto’s viral comments
Former World Series champion and six-time All-Star Jonathan Papelbon joins us for an in-depth look at the Yankees-Red Sox series. Pap also discussed how the…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Questions on Braves, Mets, Phillies, Reds & Red Sox
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo size up the Mets snapping a 12-game losing streak. (top of show) (06:36) The Phillies now own the longest…
Foul TerritoryPhillies cut Taijuan Walker, José Soriano & Shohei Ohtani are DEALING
The Brewers are going up against the Cy Young gauntlet. (top of show) Kratz faced his own version of the gauntlet back in the day. (2:29) The Phillies just…
Foul TerritoryYankees Manager Aaron Boone joins
When are Anthony Volpe, Gerrit Cole, and Carlos Rodón returning to the Bronx? Yankees manager Aaron Boone joins FT to address the alternate uniform…
Foul TerritoryBob Nightengale’s Murakami report + Magic Johnson’s profitable tweet, Royals new ballpark announcement, Two-strike approach debate
FT Insider Bob Nightengale elaborates on his Munetaka Murakami and if his massive start will lead to a sweet payday down the line. Plus, Bob weighs in on the…
Foul TerritoryBob Nightengale on Padres signing Lucas Giolito + Cubs streak good, Phillies & Mets streak ugly
Entrepreneur and FT resident 2nd baseman Jason Kipnis gives his thoughts on the Padres’ record sale of $3.9 billion. Was Kip involved in a team sale too?…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s manager HOT SEAT list + Royals therapy session
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal coming in hot with a review of managers who already appear to be on the hot seat. (20:43) KC Star reporter Jaylon Thompson…
Foul TerritoryCounsell slams Ohtani rule + Katie Woo on Edwin Diaz’s elbow surgery
What happened to Edwin Diaz and who will replace him? Katie Woo (The Athletic and Dodgers Territory) swings by for an update on a number of buzzy LA topics and…
Foul TerritoryRockies “suggest” pitches: Will this take over MLB? Blue Jays plane IL’d, Beanball in DC, Soto’s return
The Rockies are joining the party that the Marlins started. (Top of show) Will all pitches be called from the dugout across MLB soon? (18:38) The Braves and…
Foul TerritoryGuardians 1B Rhys Hoskins joins FT + Cam Schlittler calls out fan behavior ahead of Red Sox series
Guardians 1B/DH Rhys Hoskins hopped on FT to talk about José Ramírez’s legacy, advice for younger players, Austin Hedges’ postgame…
Foul TerritoryThe Mets have 10 days to save their season? + Ben Rice’s MVP’ish run
The Mets are on a historic 11-game losing streak. The Athletic’s Tim Britton discusses how their upcoming schedule might determine their season. He also…
Foul TerritoryBraves > Phillies, Salvy dislikes "mental break", Eric Lauer shades opener, Sonny Gray exits early
Happy 4/20 FT fam! The records in the NL Central are ridiculous. (top of show) (3:18) The Braves swept the Phillies. Why do they look so good and why do the…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Managers on the Hot Seat, Edwin Díaz & Garrett Crochet problems, Yanks new bash bro duo
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal breaks down the early-season struggles of Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz and Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet. (Top of Show)…
Foul TerritoryLance Lynn talks MLB suspension fixes + Nats P Clayton Beeter joins
Former World Series champion and Cardinal Territory co-host Lance Lynn hopped on FT to share his thoughts on how MLB handles suspensions. He also explains his…
Foul TerritoryInside MLB player group texts + Padres OF Ramón Laureano joins FT
Our player hosts add on to an article by Andy McCullough on how MLB players communicate with each other on group texts and other communication apps. (05:35)…
Foul TerritoryAaron Nola joins The Phillies Show
Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola joins The Phillies Show to discuss why he loves throwing to J.T. Realmuto, what impresses him about Andrew Painter, how he…
Foul TerritoryABS Challenge System ripple effects, Tigers rollercoaster run
Tiger Territory co-host and The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen joined FT to break down his article on an in-depth look at the ABS challenge system. He also…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: Trout’s epic week, Mets skid, Pads sale
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins FT to update us on the sale of the Padres. He also breaks down Mike Trout’s unbelievable series against the…
Foul TerritoryPadres sell for $3.9 billion! Cubs IL Daniel Palencia, Parker Messick's no-no bid, RIP Garret Anderson
Happy Friday, FT Fam! Orioles manager Craig Albernaz suffered a broken jaw after being hit by a foul ball — ouch! (top of show) (04:40) Guardians starter…
Foul TerritoryMLB Power Rankings update + Mets therapy session w/Jim Duquette
Former MLB GM Jim Duquette joined FT for a Mets therapy session. He breaks down Francisco Lindor’s struggles, Steve Cohen’s message to fans, Carlos…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Vintage Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani’s dominant pitching, MLB rookies are on fire!
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo marvel at Angels superstar Mike Trout shining under the Yankee Stadium bright lights this week. (top of…
Foul TerritoryPadres EN FUEGO and new owners soon? Shohei Ohtani’s Cy Young quest
Jorge Soler’s seven-game suspension has been reduced to four. (Top of show) Does it make sense? (2:23) The Padres stay hot, walking off the Mariners to…
Foul TerritoryPhillies checkup w/Ben Davis + Pirates Reality Check w/Josh Harrison
Phillies color commentator Ben Davis breaks down the team’s inconsistent start and why he’s not panicking just yet. He also chimes in on Zack…
Foul TerritoryCubs & Padres interested in FA Lucas Giolito + Tatsuya Imai's viral quotes about adjusting to America
After a solid 2025, Lucas Giolito is still a free agent. Why is he not playing, and what teams might need what he has to offer? (11:10) Crush City Territory…
Foul TerritoryTigers lock up Kevin McGonigle to $150mil extension, Jarren Duran flips off fan for inhumane comment
It's Jackie Robinson Day FT fam! (top of show) The number 42 will be everywhere today. (02:54) Another young star gets signed, as the Tigers lock up Kevin…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Jordan Walker breakout, Dodgers dev machine, Yankees rotation update
FT senior insider Ken Rosenthal tells us about some keys to Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker’s hot start and the Cardinals’ path forward. He also…
Foul TerritoryThe Twins are shocking the world
How is Minnesota surprising people early on this season? The Athletic writer and Twin Cities Territory host Dan Hayes documents the changes and if it is…
Foul TerritoryAstros Nightmare Trip, Dodgers troll Mets, Trout vs. Judge show
BIG power surge with the weather warming up across the country. (top of show) Did you know that Monday night almost set a record for multi-homer games? (03:50)…
Foul TerritoryTwins newbie Tristan Gray joins FT
The Twins are surprising people. Infielder Tristan Gray joined FT to discuss the team’s strong start, how manager Derek Shelton has helped shift the…
Foul TerritoryBlue Jays Checkup w/Mitch Bannon + Nationals talk w/Spencer Nusbaum
After a World Series appearance last season, the Blue Jays are not off to the strongest start. Blue Bird Territory co-host and The Athletic’s Mitch…
Foul TerritoryThe Jazz quote about rules, NY teams slumping, Roki tipping pitches?
Let’s recap the debut weekend of the City Connect jerseys around the league. (top of show) AJ runs a quick review of the entire line. (4:38) What is…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Mets & Yankees slump, Injuries for Brewers/Blue Jays/Astros, Mason Miller's Cy chances
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks the losing skids for the Yankees and Mets reaching 5 games. He shares his worries about one team long-term. (Top of…
Foul TerritoryDavid Samson on CBA war chest flaunting, Marlins plan to trade Sandy + MLB v. NBA Ratings
Former MLB executive David Samson hopped on FT to explain how owners and players plan on stockpiling war chest money for the upcoming labor battle. What do…
Foul TerritoryFantasy Baseball Buy/Sell/Hold + Rockies 1B TJ Rumfield joins FT
The Athletic’s Owen Poindexter joins FT for fantasy baseball talk. He guides us through his latest buy/sell/hold list. (19:32) Rockies first baseman TJ…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal: Struggling teams, Inside Konnor Griffin’s long deal negotiations, Umps upset with ABS?
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details a fascinating article on the ABS Challenge System, diving into the layers behind it. Do you know about BOSS operators?…
Foul TerritoryCardinals 1B Alec Burleson joins FT + Country Music Star Brad Paisley joins Dodgers Territory
In the middle of a rebuild, Cardinals first baseman Alec Burleson joined FT to discuss the current state of the team. We also asked him about his take on…