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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 TerritoryGuardians late push, Greene and Fried DEALT, AL West weekend showdown
Cleveland swept Detroit and is still alive! We debate whether the Guardians could get a Wild Card spot and if Detroit’s scuffling is something to worry…
Foul TerritoryDansby Swanson on Cubs' clinch, Horton for ROY, playing with Shota, run-in with AJ
The Cubs are OFFICIALLY 2025 playoff contenders. Shota gives the low-down on champagne. (1:51) Dansby Swanson dished about the Cubs' celebration after…
Foul TerritoryBuck Showalter talks managing in a pennant race, valuing MVP candidates, World Series favorites
Buck Showalter detailed the challenge to strongly closing out a good season. He gave insight into how to manage in September, including weighing roster…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory - AL MVP debate: Judge or Raleigh? HUGE AL West series
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack the AL MVP Race and discuss whether Aaron Judge or Cal Raleigh can help their causes in the final 10 games. (Top of show)…
Foul TerritoryFT Breaking News: Clayton Kershaw will retire following 2025 season
Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw announced he will retire at the end of the 2025 season. Alanna Rizzo and Erik Kratz reflect on Kershaw’s legendary…
Foul TerritoryWho wins AL West? Tigers struggles, Dodgers rotation dominates, London Series cancelled
The Astros swept the Rangers to reclaim first place in the AL West. Houston and Seattle jockey for the division title, and possibly a playoff bye. (Top of…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden: AL MVP & MOY picks, key to postseason dominance, Mets, Blue Jays + Astros playoff hopes
Resident GM Jim Bowden got right into the Mets playoffs chances. What's the most dominant trait for a postseason team? Bowden answered that, talked about the…
Foul TerritoryShayna Rubin talks Giants' identity, Buster Posey's plan, Melvin & Verlander back in '26?
Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle joined FT and dished about the Giants' slim but still possible chances of a playoff berth. She also talked about…
Foul TerritoryCal Raleigh + Trevor Story reach career-high marks, Wild Card DRAMA, Ohtani to the outfield?
Cal Raleigh sparkling season continues! After tying Ken Griffey Jr. for the team HR record, how historic is Cal’s season from the catcher position? (Top…
Foul TerritoryF.P. Santangelo talks Giants push, Eldridge call-up, Devers impact
Does San Francisco merit a playoff berth? KNBR Giants broadcaster (and former Big Leaguer) F.P. Santangelo tells us how the team reversed its season and…
Foul TerritoryKen’s Inside Scoop: Yordan injury, Schwarber's looming free agency, Bochy Manager of the Year case
Ken Rosenthal dives into the Astros' situation with the Yordan Alvarez injury and the return of Isaac Paredes. He also talked about the Mariners' home/road…
Foul TerritoryPhillies clinch NL East, Yesavage SAVAGE debut, Brewers Uecker letter snafu, RIP The Natural
The Phillies clinched the NL East but the bigger question is if they can win a World Series. (Top of show) (11:40) Yordan Alvarez is hurt again…
Foul TerritoryRays closer Pete Fairbanks talks Junior Caminero, Travel schedule fun
Rays closer Pete Fairbanks talks about the underrated Junior Caminero and how Tampa’s travel schedule has been a wild ride. Pete also answers how nervous…
Foul TerritoryGeoff Blum’s Astros checkup
Do the Astros still have enough to reach the postseason? Houston broadcaster Geoff Blum discusses the biggest takeaways from this season and the upcoming…
Foul TerritoryBrewers & Phillies clinch, Mets snap L streak, Toronto AL East lock?
Alanna Rizzo is pinch-hitting for Scott! We start with AJ backing Ken Rosenthal for his viral moment this weekend. (03:38) The Brewers are the first team to…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: AL West Chaos, Mets on the Brink, Ken Addresses Viral Cameraman Moment
The playoff picture is coming into focus. Ken Rosenthal breaks down the wild AL West race between the Mariners, Astros, and Rangers. (Top of show) (5:20) In…
Foul TerritoryLegendary author Jane Leavy on new book “Make Me Commissioner” + @Brookeknowsball creates new stats
Legendary baseball author Jane Leavy discusses her new book, “Make Me Commissioner: I Know What’s Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix It”, and…
Foul TerritoryMatt Barnes talks 2025 Red Sox, Pitching takes, Informal retirement?
MLB veteran pitcher Matt Barnes dissects the Red Sox, including the tales of Aroldis Chapman his Rafael Devers trade analysis. Also, Matt delivers a strong…
Foul TerritoryRed rookie Sal Stewart on his rise to MLB, Machado’s big bro impact
Reds rookie infielder Sal Stewart brings us into the clubhouse, sharing who he gets advice from and the mood during a Wild Card race. He also sheds light on…
Foul TerritoryMLB player alcohol/cannabis article + Stephen Nelson talks Dodgers pitching debacles & October prep
MLB players are consuming fewer alcoholic drinks and engaging in less partying than in the past. Why is this happening and what's the hot new alternative? For…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Mets crumble, AL WILD West, MLB = CIA?
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal recaps the Mets and Phillies series, including whether Bryce Harper is now in the supporting cast. He dissects the AL West and…
Foul TerritoryAL West madness, Phillies rock Mets, Impact injury returns
It’s Frazier Friday and the playoff races are suddenly boiling. Toddfather has thoughts on what this feels like for a player. (Top of show) (2:56) The…
Foul TerritoryMets and Reds team checkups
The Athletic Mets Senior Writer Will Sammon joins FT to evaluate the current Mets slide. He also explains why Juan Soto is taking more blame than he deserves…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Rangers surge, Mookie Betts is back, Mets rollercoaster, Tigers-Yankees battle
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss a favorite of pennant race baseball: unsung heroes. (Top of show) (1:08) The hosts weigh the issues…
Foul TerritoryOrioles promote Mike Elias, M’s are back, Tigers statement v. Yanks
It’s the 24th anniversary of September 11th, 2001. We commemorate this day and speak on the role MLB played in healing USA after the tragic day. (4:40)…
Foul TerritoryNationals begin GM search + Dodgers starter Tyler Glasnow joins FT
We learned about some names on the GM search list for the Washington Nationals. Who are they and will the larger conundrum with the Nats be solved at the top…
Foul TerritoryRangers utility man Josh Smith
Even the Rangers are shocked to be in this postseason race! Texas utility man Josh Smith makes his FT debut to share stories of being unfiltered in the locker…
Foul TerritoryBlue Jays W + bulletin board quote, Houston’s problem, Volpe’s fall, Early’s exceptional debut
Kratz starts off the show by revealing how he dealt with haters while playing in the minors. (Top of show) (2:06) Blue Jays commentator Buck Martinez let it…
Foul Territory156 game season coming soon? + Cubs checkup w/Sharma
The OG FT crew weighs Jayson Stark's article insinuating future MLB expansion = fewer regular season games. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Rays sale update, AL Wild Card fight, MVP voting ethics
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins to discuss Stu Sternberg selling a majority stake in the Rays and the likelihood of a relocation to a nearby market. Ken…
Foul TerritoryNo-No Dodgers, PitchCom Padres, Secret injuries, Is Aaron Nola back?
Credit FT sources! The Red Sox call up Connelly Early to start in Sacramento tonight. (Top of Show) (4:14) The Phillies and Aaron Nola took care of business…
Foul TerritoryHeath Bell talks Padres + Aroldis Chapman’s incredible discovery
Aroldis Chapman has been on fire. Did he really just discover a pitching philosophy this season that everyone else knows??? For 20% off your first purchase…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox catcher Carlos Narváez, Rangers closer Shawn Armstrong
How is Shawn Armstrong embracing the closer role with Texas? We ask the veteran pitcher about the postseason push for the Rangers and his windy career path to…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: AL WC frenzy, LA lull, AL Cy race, RIP Davey Johnson
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal recaps the puzzling past week for the Dodgers, including their unprecedented loss Saturday to the Orioles. (Top of Show)…
Foul TerritoryAaron Judge’s arm conundrum, Weighing AL WC race, No bye for LA?
Why are people stealing baseballs from children?! AJ says don't give in! (3:53) It’s a tight AL Wild Card race and we weigh the odds of a team catching…
Foul TerritoryMLB contender concerns + D’backs rookie Taylor Rashi’s inspiring rise
What are the biggest concerns facing postseason contenders? We review The Athletic’s list and discuss our own worries. (8:03) 29 year-old Diamondbacks…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden: AL West drama, Framber cross-up aftermath, Boston losing Anthony, Yanks bullpen outlook
FT Resident GM Jim Bowden breaks down the American League postseason picture. He also delves into the Framber Valdez confrontation and how it affects his free…
Foul TerritoryTwins Pitcher Bailey Ober talks cross-ups, bat flips, Twins fire sale
Twins starter Bailey Ober shares his thoughts on the heated incidents from the week. Plus, Bailey reveals his teammates’ reactions after getting traded…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Mets new pup trio, Jays-Yankees clash, Astros-Rangers battle, Rays alive!
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal covers the epic youth infusion with the Mets starting rotation and Kodai Senga being optioned. He also previews some exciting…
Foul TerritorySinking Seattle M’s w/Ryan Divish
Will the Mariners get over their annual end-of-season slump? Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish hit recent problems with the team, including starters not…
Foul TerritoryTrammell Bat-gate, Bucs sweep LA, Weekend matchups preview
It’s Frazier Friday! We begin with what pitches Kratz and Todd preferred to hit (Top of show) (4:22) There’s Batgate in Houston! The umpires took…
Foul TerritoryDodgers checkup w/Bill Plunkett
Which team poses the biggest threat to LA? We ask Orange County Register Dodgers beat writer Bill Plunkett, who also lays out how much they miss Max Muncy…
Foul TerritorySeptember MLB Power Rankings + Astros checkup w/Chandler Rome
Let’s kick around the top 10 teams in baseball right now. Which list is your favorite? Then it’s Crush City Territory host (and The Athletic beat…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: AL Wild Card Shakeup, Roman Anthony Sidelined
The AL Wild Card is suddenly wide open for that last spot and the Mariners are sliding into familiar territory. Fair Territory hosts Alanna Rizzo and Ken…
Foul TerritoryUmp show in Yanks-Astros? Seattle swoon, Cards call out Jordan Walker
The Yankees were not fans of balls and strikes being called in Houston. Were their gripes legit? Do umps hold grudges? Also, why is there limited PitchCom…
Foul TerritoryMike Bacsik covrers Pitcher DRAMA of the week, Rangers playoff chances, Serving up Barry’s 756th HR
Can the Rangers lineup stay awake and take them to the postseason? Rangers Sports Network analyst Mike Bacsik explores how injuries and a big roster hole are…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on Roman Anthony’s injury, Framber controversy, Devers v. Freeland + the new Taj Bradley
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the cross-up heard around the world and how it could affect soon-to-be free agent Framber Valdez. Ken also addresses…
Foul TerritoryFramber's cross-up crisis, Rockies-Giants brawl, Shohei’s HR missile
Does anyone believe that Framber Valdez didn't intentionally cross-up his catcher to hit him? (top of show) What happens moving forward in Houston? (15:46) The…
Foul TerritoryStephen Nesbitt ranks MLB expansion cities + Marc Luino's Mets playoff rotation, Soto's special season
Let's talk strength of schedule down the stretch with Stephen Nesbitt of the Athletic. He also talked about his article on Roman Anthony and he ranking the six…
Foul TerritoryMax Scherzer talks Blue Jays surge, Manfred vs. Union, MLB realignment, Battle vs. Kershaw
Max Scherzer joined FT and got into why he chose the Blue Jays in the offseason. He also explained why Toronto had a surge, why he won't be following Rob…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory w/Ken Rosenthal: AL East Chaos, Rangers still alive, Braves add Kim, Padres injury bug
The AL East race is heating up as the Blue Jays’ bullpen continues to falter. Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal covers Toronto’s late-game…
Foul TerritoryAL East is tight! Rangers wake up, Astros metal scoreboard issue, Phils add Buehler, Braves claim Kim
(02:20) Are there any real playoff races left? It looked like no but now the AL is getting interesting. (09:11) Who wins the AL East? The Yankees and Red Sox…
Foul TerritoryJake Cronenworth joins Friar Territory: Padres-Dodgers, Machado effect
San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth joins Friar Territory for an exclusive interview with Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell. He discusses the…
Foul TerritoryGreg Maddux on “the Maddux”, 90’s Braves, Tony Gwynn, Prank humor
Hall of Famer Greg Maddux talks retirement life, why Tony Gwynn was his toughest target, how his fundamental upbringing influenced his baseball success and how…
Foul TerritoryRuss Ortiz recalls Bonds bat rack brawl, 2002 WS + Cody Ross talks LA-SD & NY-BOS rivalries
Former Big League starting pitcher Russ Ortiz remembers the 2002 World Series and Dusty Baker giving him the ball from Game 6. He also shares Barry Bonds'…
Foul TerritoryTrevor Rogers on his epic comeback, Unique delivery, Orioles lost season
The Orioles suddenly have one of the best starting pitchers in baseball and he joins FT to tell us about how he found success again. Trevor Rogers covers…
Foul TerritoryBrian McCann talks Big Dumper, Shift sucks, HOF catcher shade
Longtime MLB catcher Brian McCann shares how Cal Raleigh has impressed him this year. Should McCann, or catchers in general, get more love in Hall of Fame…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal weighs in on MVP fatigue, Pitching prospect debuts
What makes an MVP candidate and could there be any Judge/Ohtani fatigue looming? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal talks about key factors in the voting process…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox release Walker Buehler, Schwarbomb MVP debate, Helsley’s tipping quotes, AL East breakdown
Toddfather and Kratz educate us on Little Leaguers using Big League tech, which could be why the scoring is down. 05:11) 4 SchwarBOMBS kick up the MVP debate…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: NL best record chase, KC in mix? Call-up sensations
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack the New York Mets sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies at home. (Top of Show) (2:58) If the season…