Shows / Foul Territory
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 TerritoryCubs pitcher Justin Steele: Recovery life, MVP’ish PCA, Card love
Cubs pitcher Justin Steele sheds light on his elbow surgery and what rehabbing has been like for him. Steele also shares what he does when the Cubs are playing…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s: Trade Deadline update, Juan Soto owns June, Extreme Rangers pitching park
Why don't the bad teams with trade assets do business now, instead of waiting for more assets to flood the market? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal hits some…
Foul TerritoryBlue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho on BIG offensive pivot, Return timetable, Scherzer convos
When will Daulton Varsho be back making ridiculous catches for Toronto? The Gold Glover makes his FT debut and has strong thoughts on why the Blue Jays are…
Foul TerritoryMark Gubicza talks Angels pitching revival, Ron Washington’s absence
Angels broadcaster and former MLB pitcher Mark Gubicza talks about a super improved bullpen and the durable reliability of their starters. Gubicza also gives…
Foul TerritoryNL 1st half grades + Spencer Schwellenbach on MLB pitching evolution
We analyze first-half grades for the NL that were listed by CBS Sports. Look back a few pods for the AL version too. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers…
Foul TerritoryRetaliation game, Wander Franco convicted, Mets lose Canning
What team doesn’t have their name as their website URL? (Top of Show) (2:20) The Blue Jays and Guardians had BEEF after HBPs. Any issues plunking star players?…
Foul TerritoryJake Cronenworth on Dodgers-Padres heat, TV nicknames, Ball fam
We ask Padres vet Jake Cronenworth about his nicknames and life being newly married into a baseball family. Crone Zone also drops his take on the…
Foul TerritoryGavin Lux on being traded from Dodgers to Reds, Tito’s chair
Reds slugger Gavin Lux details his transition from the Reds to the Dodgers, including new tricks he’s learned from Cincinnati coaches. How has his role changed…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Scherzer returns, Rays home turmoil, Miz beats Skenes
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss MLB holding preliminary conversations with the Tampa Bay Rays about where to play home playoff…
Foul TerritoryAL midseason grades, MLB moving Rays playoff games? Guest host Whit!
Welcome to the media world, Mr. Whit Merrifield! Whit begins the show talking us through his retirement call. (Top of show) Try Huel with 15% OFF for New…
Foul TerritoryJoe Kelly rules out teams, says ’18 Dodgers were mid, got punched as Little League coach?!
3x World Series winner Joe Kelly shares his rehab progress and his return plans. Joe talks about his real answer mentality, why he shaded the Yankees and…he…
Foul TerritoryTop 5 starting pitchers in MLB + Yanks open AL East race back up
Who are the top 5 starting pitchers in the sport? Stripling and AJ unveil their lists. (9:38) Then it’s Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski giving us an…
Foul TerritoryFan banned, Tigers rule, Rays too, Guest host Ross Stripling!
Recently retired pitcher Ross Stripling joins the team today and answers fan q's at the top. (Top of show) (10:45) The Tigers are the first team to reach 50…
Foul TerritoryBrewers rookie sensation The Miz: facing Skenes, journey to the Bigs
Milwaukee rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shares his expectations on a dazzling debut and his matchup today against Paul Skenes. The Miz also details his…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on Judge v. Raleigh MVP debate, Reds status, Mets pitching + Vegas A’s break ground
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps into status updates on the Mariners and Reds. Ken also covers how WAR factors into writer award votes, analytical…
Foul TerritoryKatie Woo talks Cubs-Cardinals, Buy/Sell scenarios, Oli’s rise
Cardinal Territory host Katie Woo arrives to talk about a youthful Cardinals club involved in a statement series. Should the Redbirds put a heavier focus on…
Foul TerritoryBraves THRIVE v. Mets, D’Backs IL Carroll, Volpe’s weird rest day
It’s a Trevor May show day! So you want to work in sports media? We discuss what players and journalists should be thinking about. (Top of show) (7:26) If only…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: "Meh" teams on the fence, Phillies & Giants W’s, Should Rangers shop Corey Seager?
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal creates a new “meh” division of teams on the contending bubble. (Top of show) (8:34) He also reacts to the Philadelphia…
Foul TerritoryChase Burns debut day, Reds buyers/sellers? Superstars Elly & Abbott
As Chase Burns makes his MLB debut against the Yankees, The Athletic Reds Senior Writer C. Trent Rosecrans discusses what to expect from the top prospect and…
Foul TerritoryAstros-Angels beef, Red Sox Turncoats, College World Series drama
Benches cleared Astros-Angels. (3:51) Did Hunter Brown have a point about hitting Zach Neto and where are we at with the AL West race? Get up to 10 FREE meals…
Foul TerritoryTrade candidates Big Board + Rays masher Junior Caminero joins
We review the top of The Athletic’s trade deadline big board 1.0 and debate who gets shipped away this deadline. (8:51) Rays third baseman Junior Caminero…
Foul TerritoryClint Frazier on White Sox fake injuries, Yankees tension
This one is LIT. Former MLB player Clint Frazier opens up about some wild times on the 2023 Chicago White Sox. We also get to some of the notable controversy…
Foul TerritoryBlue Jays manager John Schneider on Bo’s bounce back, Recruiting Roki, Boston ditching Devers
What has gotten into Toronto lately? We ask manager John Schneider about the keys behind their resurgence, a Max Scherzer update, thoughts on the Rafael Devers…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on White Sox trade chips, NY team pros/cons, Angels future, D’backs/Padres buying
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the trade deadline strategy for both New York teams. Ken dives into the Angels roster, White Sox trade chips, and…
Foul TerritoryRockies catcher Hunter Goodman on All-Star chances, Catching return
How are Rockies players handling a disaster year? We ask Colorado catcher Hunter Goodman, who also touches on returning to a catcher (and thriving in it)…
Foul TerritoryCurt Hogg on Spiderman at Wrigley, Sophomore Chourio, Freddy P trade?
What is the percentage chance that Freddy Peralta gets traded by the Brewers? We Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Curt Hogg, who also drops a firsthand…
Foul TerritoryDodgers-Padres beanball, Santana swings at fan, Megill calls ump show
Toddfather received some interesting insight from Gerrit Cole on the Yankees broadcast together. (Top of show) (3:29) Tensions ran high in the Padres-Dodgers…
Foul TerritoryDavid Samson on Rays sale, Dodgers owning Lakers, Devers saga, Royals Jac Caglianone call-up debate
Former Marlins President David Samson enlightens us about Dodgers owner Mark Walter buying the Lakers and dives deep into Tampa Bay’s possible sale to Patrick…
Foul TerritoryChase Meidroth on White Sox youth, Red Sox roommates, the Pope!
Chicago White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth goes over what the next core of players is like and what skills his teammates have that he wants. Chase also shares…
Foul TerritoryFair T: Buy/sell szn, Padres/D’backs slip, Rays sale, Yankees skid
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the brewing race in the AL East with the New York Yankees falling back to the pack. (Top of show)…
- Foul Territory
Will Smith Padre punisher, Sad no Skubal v. Skenes, Chris Sale slays
Let's go behind the scenes on how a Big League broadcast gets prepped. (top of show) Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and…
Foul TerritoryJoe Maddon Unfiltered on Ohtani’s workload, Intentional HBPs, Devers/Castellanos situations, Front office influence
3x Manager of the Year Joe Maddon hits the latest headlines from his view as a former skipper: Rafael Devers trade, Nick Castellanos punishment and how to…
Foul TerritoryOrioles DH Ryan O’Hearn on trade rumors, Devers move, O’s recent rise
Did the Devers trade just open up the DH spot for the AL All-Star team? Leading candidate Ryan O’Hearn reacts to the trade trade and also answers trade rumor…
Foul TerritoryDevers loves SF, Padres/Dodgers BEEF, Castellanos trouble, Rays sale
Cal Raleigh love at the top. (Top of show) (3:05) The Giants went ALL OUT for Rafael Devers upon arrival. Are they relevant again? Schedule your PXG golf club…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on Big Papi's Devers take, Ohtani’s remarkable return Breslow/Kennedy Sox presser
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to David Ortiz’s comments on the Rafael Devers trade and the front office press conference that followed it. Ken also…
Foul TerritoryMLB ball specs changed again, Dad bods win titles, Pap talks Devers
The baseball is not traveling as far this season and MLB claims to be befuddled. Kratz conspiracy theory coming in hot. Then we hit the recent feature on…
Foul TerritoryShohei’s mound return, Breslow trade comments, Wheeler done in 2027
Recent guest Hunter Goodman had FT magic! The Nats are in a RUT. (Top of show) (3:30) He’s back! Shohei returns to the mound with some HEAT! (15:14) The Roman…
Foul TerritoryGiants perspective on adding Rafael Devers w/Susan Slusser
How dangerous are the Giants now with the Devers addition? We re-rank the NL West. Then it’s the San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser jumping in to explain…
Foul TerritoryCardinals Manager Oli Marmol: Consistency cure, The Miz, Jordan Walker’s status, MLB player poll
How are the Cardinals thriving after an offseason of inactivity? Skipper Oli Marmol mentions some key ingredients. How will the front office regime change…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden grades Devers deal & talks Ohtani’s return
Is this the Mookie Betts dump deal ==all over again for Boston? FT resident GM Jim Bowden grades the Devers trade for both sides. Bowden dives into the timing…
Foul TerritoryDevers Trade SHOCKER, Shohei’s a unicorn again, Weekend Catchup
Woah, a mid-June MONSTER trade! Let's dive deep into the Red Sox shipping Raffy Devers to the Giants (1:10) Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein…
Foul TerritoryFairT: Red Sox trade Devers to Giants, Ohtani returns to the mound
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal breaks down yesterday’s massive deal: the Boston Red Sox trading infielder Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. (Top of…
Foul TerritoryAnonymous MLB Player Poll reax
Which manager is the most popular and which one talks too much? We hit the results of The Athletic’s MLB Player Poll and bring on Tyler Kepner joins to dissect…
Foul TerritoryPhillies slugger Otto Kemp's undrafted path to MLB, Bunt play FTW
Rookie infielder Otto Kemp takes us through his call-up and first week in the Big Leagues and details the changes that got him there. He’s a unique story…
Foul TerritoryTorii Hunter surprises A’s OF’er Denzel Clarke after ICONIC catch
The viral Athletics centerfielder joins the show to talk about his insane catches and why Statcast didn't love the wall climbing. (2:47) Legendary outfielder…
Foul TerritoryToronto pitcher Erik Swanson on post-hype Jays, sign stealing thangs
Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson explains his rehab journey over the past few months and how baseball might baby pitchers too much. What was it like to watch…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal: 1B trade ideas, White Sox/Brewers deal, Dobbins comments + MLB ratings spike
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal gives his first base trade ideas and thoughts on Sandy Alcántara’s return to prominence. Ken also dives into the Aaron…
Foul TerritoryJesús Luzardo on The Phillies Show
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Foul TerritoryVaughn/Civale White Sox/Brewers trade, The Miz debut, Skubal is HIM
That was fast. Aaron Civale was traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn. Let’s talk out the deal for both sides. (Top of show) (11:26) Thoughts on Jacob…
Foul TerritoryFair T: Sandy Alcántara's surge, TJ for Jobe, Civale’s trade ask
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dig into Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Aaron Civale requesting a trade after being shifted to the bullpen. (Top…
Foul TerritorySal Frelick on The Miz debut, Judge’s 3B impact, Tipping Pitches
Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick talks about playing with more bulk and facing Phillies hurler Jesús Luzardo. He also dives into how players learn about possible…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox rookie Hunter Dobbins on his viral anti-Yankees comments
Boston pitcher Hunter Dobbins addresses his recent comments about hating the Yankees and the ensuing media rollercoaster. Dobbins also touches on his dad’s…
Foul TerritoryCivale asks Brewers for trade, Pete plunked, Complete game pitchers
GIVEAWAY CONTEST for a chance to win 2 free tickets to a game of your choice! Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to see this week's contest. (2:20) Brewers…
Foul TerritoryEarly Trade Talk w/Robert Murray
Which team is going to be the most popular at the trade deadline? We ask Fansided Insider Robert Murray about the top assets on expected sellers. We also hit…
Foul TerritoryAndre Pallante and Matthew Liberatore join Cardinal Territory
Cardinal Territory host Katie Woo is joined by Cardinals starting pitchers Andre Pallante and Matthew Liberatore. They discuss how the rotation has performed…
Foul TerritoryRays closer Pete Fairbanks: Facing Roman Anthony, Team chemistry fix
Pete Fairbanks DID NOT want to give up Red Sox top prospect Roman Anthony’s first MLB hit. The Rays closer addresses improved clubhouse chemistry, hypes his…
Foul TerritoryOhtani update, Soto v. Nats beef? Reds roll, Giants 1-run W’s
Did Will Smith really mean that the Dodgers-Padres series is just a normal game? (Top of show) (4:17) Andrew Abbott twirled a shuout. Is he a Cy Young…
Foul TerritoryTravis Sawchik on interesting trade candidates & surprise sellers
Let's start with wtf happened to Statcast on that ridiculous Denzel Clarke catch. After that, we talk to The Score writer Travis Sawchik about notable trade…
Foul TerritoryMLB power rankings + Ken Rosenthal on Anthony’s debut, Sacto field issues, Padres & Giants ballin’
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal’s Roman Anthony column came to fruition! Now can the Red Sox make the playoffs with three rookies being heavily relied on for…
Foul TerritoryRoman era begins, Statcast scam on Clarke catch? Phillies finally win
Wild story at the jump about a former NHL player making up a story about AJ. (Top of show) (7:13) The Roman Empire began in Boston! There's cold water for fans…