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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 TerritoryMets checkup w/Abbey Mastraco
Stick around in this one for a fascinating discussion about the dynamic between media and players. New York Daily News writer Abbey Mastracco joined FT to…
Foul TerritoryYanks slump, J.D. Martinez calls out 2016 Astros, Weekend Matchups
It's Frazier Friday! The ABS Challenge System continues to be good for baseball. (top of show) (04:31) The Yankees ran into a speed bump on offense. Should…
Foul TerritoryCity Connect jersey ratings + David Peterson’s pitch usage gripe
Mets starting pitcher David Peterson disagreed with manager Carlos Mendoza’s assessment of him. (top of pod) Toddfather and Kratz debate how to handle…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: New Shohei Ohtani rules? Konnor Griffin extension, Under-the-radar teams
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the renewed debate around whether Shohei Ohtani should have more time to ramp up between…
Foul TerritoryOhtani rule controversy, Reynaldo López suspension reduced, Zach Eflin out for year, NL Central rules!
We have new items available (including cute baby stuff) at the Foul Territory Shop—check them out! (2:09) Did George Springer take exception to Shohei…
Foul TerritoryA's C Shea Langeliers joins FT
He’s off to an incredible start. A’s catcher Shea Langeliers hopped on FT to discuss his strong start to the season. He also touched on potential…
Foul TerritoryRays Reality Check w/Marc Topkin and Reds Talk w/C. Trent Rosecrans
Tampa Bay Times beat writer Marc Topkin feels great to be back at the Trop! He joined FT to talk about the vibes after playing in a minor league stadium last…
Foul TerritoryHUGE Braves-Angels brawl, Taj Bradley shines, Fish pull Sandy, Konnor Griffin deal done, Horton surgery
The 19-year-old gets paid! The Pirates finally officially lock up shortstop Konnor Griffin with an extension. (top of show) (01:45) A HUGE brawl broke out in…
Foul TerritoryEno Sarris identifies top pitching stuff+ & bat speed trends in MLB
Eno Sarris of The Athletic joins the show to talk about his latest article identifying the biggest trends in stats to kick off the season. He talks about which…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on Blue Jays injury nightmare, Contreras threat, Hoerner deal + Sahadev Sharma talks Cubs
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins FT to talk about the World Series rematch that was marred by Max Scherzer's early exit and a potential new issue in the…
Foul TerritoryWillson Contreras v. Brewers BEEF, Dodgers haunt Toronto, Woah quotes from Craig Breslow & Tony Vitello
Why did Mike Bacsik throw a dart at Phillies fans? Erik Kratz and Trevor May did not agree. (2:35) Blue Jays fans’ hype for the Dodgers series…
Foul TerritoryOrioles Reality Check w/Steve Melewski: Superstars starting slow & Jackson Holliday update
He is the co-host of the brand new show on the FT Network–Birdland Territory. Steve Melewski has covered the Orioles for decades, and he joined FT to…
Foul TerritoryAngels OF Jo Adell take us inside his INSANE HR robbery performance
Coming off one of the best defensive performances ever, Angels outfielder Jo Adell joins FT to break down his three home run robberies from Saturday’s…
Foul TerritoryLONG IL list: Juan Soto, Mookie Betts, Hunter Brown + Machado’s kick
NEW SHOW ALERT! By popular demand, we launched an Orioles show. Subscribe to Birdland Territory for all-access, unfiltered O’s content. (02:13) Mookie…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Betts, Soto & Hunter Brown injured; O’s & Red Sox slow starts, Jo Adell's ELITE night
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks injuries to big names: Mookie Betts, Hunter Brown, Juan Soto and Alejandro Kirk (Top of show). (5:15) Ken explores…
Foul TerritoryInside the Shohei Ohtani Collectibles Market w/Brooks Peck + Jonathan Lucroy claps back at Kelce bros
Brooks Peck is The Athletic's Senior editor for sports memorabilia and collectibles and he joins us to discuss the true value of Shohei Ohtani items. (16:06)…
Foul TerritoryTorii Hunter joins Halo Territory
Former Angels outfielder Torii Hunter joins Halo Territory to discuss his new job as special assistant to the Angels general manager. The nine-time Gold Glove…
Foul TerritoryEvan Drellich on players and owners stockpiling war chest money
There's a lot of money being saved up for the labor battle that is about to begin. The Athletic's Evan Drellich joins FT to break down his column on MLB…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox RP Tommy Kahnle joins FT
New Red Sox pitcher Tommy Kahnle joins FT to reveal his progression plans with his new team, potentially facing his old Yankee teammates and unleashing a…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Teams Under Pressure, Konnor Griffin Day + Tony Vitello’s Epic Quotes
Giants manager Tony Vitello is a walking soundbite. His quotes are GOLD. (top of show) Did we like his gutsy bullpen strategy in Thursday's win? (10:38) Could…
Foul TerritoryKonnor Griffin debut day! Carter Jensen's rookie mistake, Mets new acquisitions' slow start
Happy Konnor Griffin debut day! It's a new day in Pittsburgh. (top of show) (03:20) Royals rookie Carter Jensen was scratched from the starting lineup after he…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox Reality Check w/Chris Cotillo + Marlins talk w/Isaac Azout
Is it panic time for Red Sox fans? It’s a small sample size, but MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo joins us for a reality check on the team. He discusses how…
Foul TerritoryKonnor Griffin debut preview w/Baseball America’s JJ Cooper, Prospect extensions, 2016 Top 10 revisited
Baseball America editor-in-chief JJ Cooper, reacts to Konnor Griffin getting the call-up. Why did the Pirates wait, and how will this impact the team moving…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Konnor Griffin Called Up! Who's Hot & Who's Not
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Pirates calling up top prospect Konnor Griffin and what it means for the organization moving…
Foul TerritoryPirates promote Konnor Griffin, Matt Chapman/Casey Schmitt viral error, Rangers-O’s ends on ABS
Welcome to the show, Konnor Griffin! The Pirates promote MLB’s top prospect. (top of show) (14:04) Paul Skenes had a bounce back performance. (15:44)…
Foul TerritoryState of the Padres w/Darren Smith
Friar Territory co-host Darren Smith joins us to discuss the current state of the Padres. He breaks down how the team and manager Craig Stammen can turn things…
Foul TerritoryDodgers 3B Max Muncy joins FT
Three-time World Series champion and Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy joined FT to discuss Shohei Ohtani’s potential Cy Young case, how the new additions…
Foul TerritoryKonnor Griffin extension talks heating up, Andrew Painter's debut, C.B. Bucknor's rough week continues
The Pirates are reportedly deep into negotiations with Konnor Griffin on a long-term deal. (top of show) What is holding it back? (11:17) Phillies rookie…
Foul TerritoryJoe West joins FT to talk ABS rules, Ump priorities + MLB fan survey on team optimism/pessimism meters
Legendary MLB umpire Joe West joins FT to talk about his feelings on the ABS challenge system. He also spoke about how replay helped interactions with players…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on latest extensions, ABS + Jim Bowden talks rookies, Yankees reported Paul Skenes offer
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal hits the contract extensions for Colt Emerson and Cooper Pratt before wondering which young player/prospect will sign a deal…
Foul TerritoryColt Emerson & Cooper Pratt extension szn, ABS 2D v. 3D, Cody Ponce’s injury, Boston missing firepower?
AJ is back from his Atlanta trip and tells us what he saw from the Braves and Royals. (01:35) Colt Emerson is the latest player to sign an extension without…
Foul TerritoryPads closer Mason Miller joins FT
He has a FIRE new entrance song this year. Padres closer Mason Miller joins FT to explain the story behind it. He also shares his thoughts on the ABS challenge…
Foul TerritoryKatie Woo’s Dodgers update & Curt Hogg’s Brewers report
Was the Edwin Diaz entrance music well received? We ask The Athletic reporter and Dodgers Territory co-host Katie Woo, who hits key takeaways on the start to…
Foul TerritoryABS Challenges are GOLD, Rookies SHINE, Tony Vitello’s quotes, Bo booed, Shane Baz extended
The ABS Challenge System exposed CB Bucknor on Opening Weekend. We get deep on all of the beautiful ABS viral chaos. (top of show) (16:41) Yankees third base…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Rookies sizzle, Viral ABS, Yankees & Blue Jays sweep
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal has observations following the first weekend of baseball in 2026. The Yankees and Blue Jays are both hot out of the gates…
Foul TerritoryPitching Ninja joins FT
Pitching Ninja creator Rob Friedman breaks down the topics in his new book Unhittable. He also discusses whether players could someday throw 107–108 mph…
Foul TerritoryHall of Famer Trevor Hoffman & Tony Gwynn Jr. join Friar Territory for a Padres Season Outlook
Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman joins Friar Territory to discuss the team's rotation, the lights-out bullpen, new manager Craig Stammen, a fresh start for Walker…
Foul TerritoryMarlins RP Pete Fairbanks joins FT + Gary DiSarcina discusses Anthony Rendon on Halo Territory
Marlins reliever Pete Fairbanks hopped on FT to discuss how Miami vibes differ after years in Tampa Bay. Plus, with many players’ heights changing due to…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox talk w/Jonathan Papelbon: Crochet shoves, Young bats star
Six-time All-Star and Red Sox legend Jonathan Papelbon joins FT to recap the Red Sox win in their season opener. He also discusses what the Red Sox potential…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Padres sale update, Giants start slow + Yankees pursued Paul Skenes
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins us live from Oracle Park with the inside scoop. He discusses season outlooks for the Yankees, Giants, and Dodgers…
Foul TerritoryRookies SHINE, Alec Bohm sues parents, Nico Hoerner’s Cubs extension
Happy Frazier Friday and what an Opening Day! Let's shout out the rookie debuts that slapped. (03:48) The Cubs lock up another core piece, with Nico Hoerner…
Foul TerritoryBlue Jays Season Preview with Kevin Pillar + Mariners Season Preview & TV confusion with Ryan Divish
Former Blue Jays outfielder and Blue Bird Territory host Kevin Pillar joins FT to set the stage for Toronto's season. (17:10) How pumped are Mariners fans this…
Foul TerritoryBob Nightengale’s Notes: ’26 storylines, Mets sign Pham, Brewers lose Chourio + Season Predictions
FT Insider Bob Nightengale fills us in on his payroll column and reacts to the Yankees taking down the Giants on Opening Night. He also runs us through some…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Chourio IL’d, Roki Sasaki road bump, Mets sign Pham
Happy Opening Day! Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo start the show with Tommy Pham signing a minor league deal with the Mets. (Top of show)…
Foul TerritoryMets knock out Paul Skenes in 1st inning, Opening Day Vibes, Jackson Chourio to IL, Yanks-Giants recap
NEW FT NETWORK SHOW ALERT: Check out Twin Cities Territory for all-access and unfiltered Twins content! (2:42) Jackson Chourio was placed on the IL with a…
Foul TerritoryRobert Murray’s Season Preview: Surprise teams, Decision-makers feeling the heat, Extension szn
FT Insider and FanSided writer Robert Murray shares his thoughts on Pete Crow-Armstrong’s contract extension. What about extensions for players like…
Foul TerritoryTim Kurkjian Unfiltered: Season predictions and Opening Day memories + 1B/3B Coaches fear new rule
Welcome to the FT family, Tim Kurkjian! One of the game’s legendary storytellers joins FT to relive his favorite Opening Day memories, highlight teams to…
Foul TerritoryMLB is SO back! Season predictions, PCA contract details
Happy Opening Night FT fam! (Top of Show) Baseball the way it should be covered all season long. (01:46) The details of Pete Crow-Armstrong’s contract…
Foul TerritoryMLB power rankings update + Cardinals SP Dustin May joins FT
The Foul Territory crew dissected MLB power rankings from CBS Sports with some likes and dislikes. (14:58) New Cardinals pitcher Dustin May joined the show and…
Foul TerritoryKeith Law talks breakout candidates, Kevin McGonigle’s call-up, Konnor Griffin & Dylan Crews sent down
Keith Law was a guest on FT and got into his latest article on potential breakout players, including Jac Caglianone, Evan Carter and Shane Baz. He also shared…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal joins FT: Braves SP injury chaos, Cubs extend Pete Crow-Armstrong + Roki Sasaki’s flub
Real baseball starts Wednesday. Let us rejoice. The Giants and Yankees are getting a standalone Opening Day. Is this cool? (02:45) Ken Rosenthal joins the FT…
Foul TerritoryBoom or Bust Players for 2026 + Injury Expert Will Carroll talks Strider, Yesavage & Stowers IL stints
FanGraphs Senior writer Dan Szymborski drops info on his column calling out boom or bust players for 2026. Plus, who does he have winning the AL Central? Enjoy…
Foul TerritoryPhillies Season Preview w/Ruben Amaro: Cristopher Sánchez deal details, Painter on Opening Day roster
The Phillies Show co-host Ruben Amaro Jr. joins FT to discuss Andrew Painter making the Opening Day roster, Cristopher Sánchez’s extension, the…
Foul TerritoryBucs option Konnor Griffin, Contract extensions for John Schneider, Ross Atkins & Cristopher Sánchez
A few extensions to note: The Blue Jays locked up John Schneider and Ross Atkins, while the Phillies extended Cristopher Sánchez. (Top of Show) (17:14)…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Pirates option Konnor Griffin, Cristopher Sánchez extension, Max Scherzer thumb rehab
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses why the Phillies chose to extend Cristopher Sánchez. (Top of show) (4:18) Pirates phenom Konnor Griffin…
Foul TerritoryGiants OF Drew Gilbert joins Splash Hit Territory + Astros OF Jake Meyers joins Crush City Territory
FP Santangelo and Susan Slusser welcome Drew Gilbert on Splash Hit Territory from Scottsdale Stadium. He discusses his relationship with manager Tony Vitello…
Foul TerritoryCEO Mark Shapiro, Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber @Blue Jays camp
Toronto President/CEO Mark Shapiro explains how front offices have evolved over the years and what he’s focusing on to make Toronto the best place to…
Foul TerritoryGiants Spring Training report w/Susan Slusser + Mookie Betts works out with Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Susan Slusser of the SF Chronicle provides updates on Bryce Eldridge after he was sent down and what it means for other players on the team. She also recaps…
Foul TerritoryOrion Kerkering joins The Phillies Show: Talks New pitch and Game 4 of NLDS
Phillies right-hander Orion Kerkering joins Todd Zolecki and Jim Salisbury on The Phillies Show to discuss the heartbreaking end to Game 4 of the NLDS, new…
Foul TerritoryKolten Wong on Cardinal Territory
Kolten Wong joins Jim Hayes on Cardinal Territory to talk about his time at Spring Training with the team. He also reacts to Team USA's loss to Italy, and…