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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 TerritoryFair Territory: Aaron Judge Injury Confusion, MLB Playoff Races
Aaron Judge is pushing back on Aaron Boone's injury prognosis. Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react and dig into the strange disconnect…
Foul TerritoryVlad Jr. said WHAT?! Ohtani returns, Judge’s complicated status, AL West mess, 200K Sale, NL WC changes
Chris Sale reached 200 strikeouts for the ninth time in his career! Is his stuff getting better with age? (4:05) The AL West could send a sub-.500 team to…
Foul TerritoryMLB Power Rankings + Laz Díaz calls out “nasty” climate for umps + Driveline’s modern swing influence
AJ and Erik reveal their power rankings with less than a week to go in the regular season. (09:20) Laz Díaz didn’t hold back, calling out…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal covers the latest manager & front office deals, Rays edge + Chicago’s LIT this October
Foul Territory Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the latest managerial and front office movement, including new deals for Andy Green and Chad Tracy…
Foul TerritoryNL Wild Card CHAOS, Yordan ignites Astros, AJ's scoop on Verlander's final outing, Rays clinch AL East
The Rays won their fifth AL East title in franchise history on Tuesday. (Top of Show) (04:41) We’ve got a three-way tie atop the NL Wild Card. It’s…
Foul TerritoryAdam Ottavino joins FT: WBC hurt Skenes? Aaron Judge out for WC, Best pitching staffs entering October
What will the Yankees do without Aaron Judge in the Wildcard Round? Veteran MLB reliever Adam Ottavino weighs in on the plan for the Yanks, Freddy Peralta's…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Playoff seeding, A Mea Culpa! Status checks: Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Alex Bregman
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses how the Yankees and Aaron Judge go forward following Judge's setback. (top of show) (3:58) Shohei Ohtani is poised…
Foul TerritoryOctober without Judge? Bregman out too? Red Sox sign Mgr Chad Tracy long-term & pick up Breslow options
The Red Sox have ditched the interim label and named Chad Tracy as their full-time manager, locking in a 3-year contract. (TOS) (3:00) Aaron Judge is likely to…
Foul TerritoryCarlos Rodón on Aaron Judge’s injury, Schlittler’s rise + Jim Salisbury discusses Philly October fears
The Phillies Show co-host Jim Salisbury discusses the state of the Phillies heading into the postseason. Can they overcome a slumping bullpen? Plus, Jim…
Foul TerritoryBuck Showalter Unfiltered: Managing around Judge’s injury, Pete’s return to Queens, Early celebrations
Four-time Manager of the Year Buck Showalter explains why there’s nothing wrong with a postseason-clinching celebration. Showalter reveals a chilling…
Foul TerritoryAaron Judge back to IL, Bregman struck by foul ball, Cavalli’s $, Postseason bracket with 1 week left!
Scott wasn’t around today, so AJ got to talk football :/ (3:10) Aaron Judge landed back on the IL with a calf injury. Are the Yankees in trouble? Plus…
Foul TerritorySavannah Bananas founder/owner Jesse Cole joins Karl Ravech’s show
Jesse Cole, owner of the viral baseball sensation The Savannah Bananas, sat down with Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout this week. Cole…
Foul TerritoryGM Territory: Jim Bowden breaks down the MLB postseason races
Some MLB postseason races are coming down to the wire, and on this episode of GM Territory, Jim Bowden and Trey Bowden break down the teams fighting for…
Foul TerritoryTodd Frazier joins Tim Kurkjian's “Is This A Great Game, Or What?”
Foul Territory host Todd Frazier sits down with Tim Kurkjian and his son, Jeff, on Is This A Great Game, Or What? The Toddfather digs into his Little League…
Foul TerritoryThe incredible story of Nationals RP Erik Tolman after amputation risk + Realities of dad life in MLB
Nationals RP Erik Tolman’s journey to MLB included two elbow surgeries and a nearly amputated foot. Tolman discusses the recovery process and the…
Foul TerritoryGM Territory: Jim Bowden’s free agent market preview
On this episode of GM Territory, Jim Bowden and Trey Bowden break down the top impending free agents in baseball, ranking the best names on both the mound and…
Foul TerritoryEno Sarris joins: How the Rays fixed Freddy Peralta FAST + Ryan Divish talks Mariners disaster season
The Rays are at it again, this time leaning on same-handed changeups to supercharge Freddy Peralta, Bryan Baker, and more. The Athletic's Eno Sarris joins the…
Foul TerritoryContreras HBP mania, HUGE weekend matchups, Steve Cohen applauds Pete, Skubal hinting at LA future?
Alex Bregman's teammates pulled up to celebrate his horse winning at Churchill Downs. (Top of Show) (03:18) A frustrated Willson Contreras spoke out about…
Foul TerritoryHall of Famer Pedro Martínez on state of MLB, 2004 ALCS comeback
Red Sox legend Pedro Martínez offers his thoughts on the state of modern baseball and whether he’d be able to compete in today’s game. Plus…
Foul TerritoryFormer GM Jim Bowden offers his take on MLB owners, defends the salary cap & responds to Bruce Meyer
GM Territory co-host Jim Bowden replies back to MLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer for his claims against his article in The Athletic. Bowden…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: MLB Manager Hot Seats, Aaron Judge & Blake Snell Injuries, NL Wild Card Race
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the latest injury updates on Aaron Judge and Blake Snell, then preview Phillies-Mets and the…
Foul TerritoryAL West up for grabs, Is Aaron Judge OK? PCA praise, Steve Cohen responds to FT tweet about Stearns
Steve Cohen responded to David Lennon’s claim on Wednesday’s show that David Stearns hasn't been at Citi Field during Pete Alonso’s…
Foul TerritoryMLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer joins FT: Labor battle update, Jim Bowden’s pointed column
MLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer took exception to GM Territory co-host Jim Bowden’s take on baseball’s labor battle. Meyer discusses…
Foul TerritoryInjury Expert Will Carroll’s insight on injuries for playoff clubs: Ohtani, Freeman, Crochet, & Luzardo
Injury Territory host Will Carroll breaks down concerning injuries for playoff contenders with October rapidly approaching. Is Shohei Ohtani’s neck issue…
Foul TerritoryPlayoff picture scenarios, Brewers own NL Central, Mets fans protest LOUD, Houston, we have concerns…
The Guardians walked it off on Tuesday after Sam Antonacci took a controversial route to the ball on the final play. Let’s discuss. (5:19) Were Mets fans…
Foul TerritoryD’backs TV PxP Steve Berthiaume joins + Reds running it back
D’backs play-by-play voice Steve Berthiaume explains the path for the Diamondbacks to make the playoffs, how dangerous they could be if they get in, and…
Foul TerritoryTop MLB expansion city candidates + Ken Rosenthal on Edwin Díaz floundering, Mets missing Pete Alonso
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal discusses whether Edwin Díaz’s struggles have cost him a spot on the Dodgers’ playoff roster. Plus, Brian…
Foul TerritoryAJ’s EPIC rant on White Sox playoff push, Pete Alonso’s return, Braves lose Lopez, No Jazz extension?
Were the White Sox really going to lose on Pope Leo XIV’s birthday? AJ is on fire at the top of the show. (2:57) AJ goes on an EPIC rant about why it…
Foul TerritoryIs it panic time for the White Sox? + Rangers path to playoffs
Should White Sox fans be panicking? The division is now getting tight. Sox Machine host Josh Nelson weighs in on why the lack of moves at the trade deadline…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden’s Front Office Unfiltered: HOT SEAT Managers/GM’s, Ohtani’s injury, Brewers/Rays title quest
FT resident GM Jim Bowden breaks down whether the Dodgers are doing the smart thing by placing Shohei Ohtani on the IL, and how they should handle it moving…
Foul TerritoryDoes Cam Schlittler have an AL MVP case? Contreras vs. minor league umpire, Blue Jays = sleeping giant?
It took until September 13th, but Vladimir Guerrero Jr. FINALLY homered at home. (Top of show) Kratz thinks he's heating up. (3:02) Pitchers don’t…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: AL Central up for grabs, NL Playoffs all set?
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal thinks the NL postseason picture is set thanks to the Padres' 7-game winning streak. (Top of show) (2:17) In the American…
Foul TerritoryWhich General Managers/PBOs should actually be on the HOT seat?
Which General Managers (or Presidents of Baseball Operations) should be worried about their jobs? Are there some names that are safe, but their owners should…
Foul TerritoryHall Of Famer Adrián Beltré on FT
Untold stories asked by a former teammate here! One of the greatest players to ever man third base jumped on FT for the first time. Hall of Famer Adrián…
Foul TerritoryPadres SP Michael King on Karl Ravech's Dirt From The Dugout
Karl Ravech and Justin Musil welcome Padres starting pitcher Michael King on this episode of Dirt From The Dugout. King dives into his upbringing in the…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal: AL Wild Card madness, Shohei Ohtani IL aftermath, Phillies expectations, Volpe’s future
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down how the Dodgers plan to handle Shohei Ohtani's IL stint moving forward. Plus, Rosenthal weighs in on whether…
Foul TerritoryTim Kurkjian joins FT: Ruth v. Ohtani, Brewers slap, Yanks October path, PCA's rise, 9/11 significance
Baseball royalty sits down with FT! Tim Kurkjian dives into what makes the Brewers so dangerous, hypes the rise of Pete Crow-Armstrong, maps out the Yankees…
Foul TerritoryDo managers need to be former players? + Bobby Valentine joins FT
Does an MLB manager need to have playing experience? Reaction in here to a recent poll brings out some insightful player perspective. (16:35) Legendary manager…
Foul TerritoryAnthony Volpe’s loud return, Sonny Gray retiring? Remembering 9/11
It's been 25 years since the attacks on September 11th. It will be remembered and talked about throughout the game of baseball today and forever. (Top of show)…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Ohtani IL'd, Josue De Paula debut time, Aaron Judge’s build up, NL WC & NL East races
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal weighs in on Shohei Ohtani landing on the IL after playing through knee, biceps, and neck issues. Did the Dodgers wait too…
Foul TerritoryKevin Pillar on AL WC picture, Blue Jays frustrating fight for a playoff spot, What’s wrong w/Vladdy?
Blue Bird Territory co-host Kevin Pillar breaks down the Blue Jays roller coaster push for October and whether they could make some noise if they get in. Plus…
Foul TerritoryKatie Woo on Ohtani IL situation, De Paula’s DH time, ‘01 Met Todd Zeile reflects on aftermath of 9/11
Dodgers Territory co-host Katie Woo explores the questions surrounding the Dodgers after placing Shohei Ohtani on the injured list so close to the postseason…
Foul TerritoryBenches CLEAR after controversial slide, Buehler’s “accidental” early exit, Strider nearly traded?
Jermaine Dye used to call pitches from the dugout?! (Top of show) AJ and Kratz have some stories of unlikely personnel making big decisions. (5:34) Benches…
Foul TerritoryMax Muncy Unfiltered: Tarik Skubal’s unique arrival, Shohei Ohtani’s status, Unrealistic expectations
Three-time World Series champion and Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy breaks down Tarik Skubal's interesting adjustments to his new team, enlightens us on…
Foul TerritoryRays status check + Blue Jays rookie CF Brett Bateman joins FT
Rays radio broadcaster Neil Solondz breaks down what's clicking for the AL East leader, Junior Caminero's AL home run race bid, Freddy Peralta's adjustments…
Foul TerritoryAaron Judge unhappy in return, Padres benefit from historic Nats meltdown, Brewers run NL Central
Cubs reliever Jacob Webb's last few save opportunities haven't been ideal, to say the least. Should we be concerned about their bullpen? (3:23) Let's talk…
Foul TerritoryTrevor May: Shutting down Shohei, HEEL Acuna Jr., Jesús Luzardo’s sweeper, AL Cy Young debate or nah?
Former MLB pitcher Trevor May explains why Shohei Ohtani should exclusively hit the rest of the season, weighs in on Garrett Crochet’s return as a…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal on Aaron Judge’s return, Max Muncy’s rise, Gausman’s ride, Pat Murphy NL MOY three-peat?
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal discusses how the Yankees should build Aaron Judge back up without a rehab assignment after missing several months. Ken pulls…
Foul TerritoryRidiculous Ump Show tilted hat power trip, Red Sox roast O’s, Ronald Acuña Jr. curtain call in Philly?
Thomas Pannone tossed a perfecto for AAA Nashville! (Top of show) It hasn't happened in a minute in the Minors. (1:48) Umpire Doug Eddings directed Hancel…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Ronald Acuña Jr.'s huge HR, Umpire Doug Eddings goes too far, Aaron Judge's return plan
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks Ronald Acuña Jr.'s heroics to lift the Braves over the Phillies. (Top of Show) (3:23) In a muddy "Race of the…
Foul TerritoryKarl Ravech reflects on legendary ESPN career on Tim Kurkjian's “Is This A Great Game, Or What?” show
Karl Ravech sits down with Tim and Jeff Kurkjian on Is This A Great Game, Or What? to look back on his legendary run at ESPN. He breaks down can't-miss stories…
Foul TerritoryDave Roberts on managing Shohei Ohtani, 2004 ALCS, & epic career on Karl Ravech's Dirt From The Dugout
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout in a special two-part episode! Doc talks about his playing and coaching…
Foul TerritorySeptember Power Rankings, Brent Suter joins FT, Joe Mack joins FOF, Alec Bohm-parents lawsuit settled
September power rankings spark chatter and receipts. (top of pod) Let us know your thoughts :) (13:39) Alec Bohm and his parents have settled their lawsuit for…
Foul TerritoryPadres fighting for October: Friar Territory host Darren Smith joins
Friar Territory co-host Darren Smith explores whether the Padres have it in them to make a run in October. Smith discusses injuries surrounding Manny Machado…
Foul TerritoryAdley’s EPIC B’more return, Phils-Braves HUGE series, Corbin Burnes back soon, Astros playoff cakewalk?
The LA Clippers got busted in a salary cap circumvention probe related to Kawhi Leonard. (Top Of Show) Could this happen in MLB? (05:38) Adley Rutschman's…
Foul TerritoryPhillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy joins FT + Marlins still kicking
Is the NL East crown still obtainable for Philly? Phillies play-by-play broadcaster Tom McCarthy guides us through the latest on the club that finished with…
Foul TerritoryAL Cy Young race debate + Jonathan Papelbon on rigged MLB mounds
Is the AL Cy Young race even a race, or has Cam Schlittler already locked it up? (7:26) Former All-Star MLB closer Jonathan Papelbon explains what Jacob…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Angels $4B record sale, Sal Stewart’s ROY case, Aaron Judge nearing return?
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo spotlight Reds rookie Sal Stewart's old-school production and debate why his 31 home runs and 105 RBI…
Foul TerritoryBraves-Phils clashing, Ohtani dilemma, Will enemies rig Miz mounds?
The Toddfather is back! He tells us all about calling the Little League World Series while he was away. (3:17) With seven head-to-head games left against the…
Foul TerritorySam Blum on Stan Kroenke buying the Angels, New ballpark plans, Arte Moreno’s holding-them-back meter
It’s a new era in Anaheim following Arte Moreno’s agreement to sell the Angels to Rams owner Stan Kroenke. New name? Higher payroll? New stadium?…