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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 TerritoryCards & Marlins trade decisions + Ross Stripling's trade predictions
We are just about a month out from the trade deadline, and teams are starting to look deeper into the market. Do the Cardinals and Marlins make moves to buy or…
Foul TerritoryTrade szn w/Robert Murray: Sizing up each team by division
FT Insider Robert Murray jumped on FT and discussed the trade deadline across the league, covering each division. Which teams could be both buyers and sellers?…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Angels trade plans, Ken's toughest All-Star picks
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reveals his complete MLB All-Star ballot to co-host Alanna Rizzo, explaining the toughest decisions, biggest snubs, and why…
Foul TerritoryAaron Judge's wake-up call, Phillies rock Skenes, Soto v. Lindor? Rooker’s season over, No ASG for Miz?
The Cubs smashed the Padres 23-3. Our player hosts cover just how little it actually matters. (top of pod) BTW, Ross Stripling is hosting this one with SB and…
Foul TerritoryFresh CBA proposal + Braves checkup
What will the Braves do at the trade deadline? The Athletic's Jesús Cano talks about the Phillies on their tail, the status of Reynaldo López and…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden on FT: White Sox trade plans, Giants sell-off, Contreras drama, Tigers keeping Skubal?
FT Resident GM Jim Bowden shares his take on the Willson Contreras situation and the lack of veteran leadership in the Red Sox clubhouse. He also breaks down…
Foul TerritoryNationals-Red Sox BRAWL, Steve Cohen is keeping Stearns, Marlins June BREEZE, PCA says no HR Derby
Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! What other deferred payment deals are still floating around the league? (Top of Show) (4:06) Willson Contreras was ejected for the…
Foul TerritoryMariners checkup with Ryan Divish + Marlins checkup with Isaac Azout
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish looks at the Mariners’ season and what has produced a meh start. He breaks down what the team needs most at the…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: NL East trade race, Angels selling soon? Padres quiet star bats
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the race for the NL East and how pitching could define the gap between the Phillies and the Braves. He then…
Foul TerritoryUmp show upstages Willson Contreras, Bichette returns to Toronto, Naylor v. Hedges spirited trash talk
We officially have our first Home Run Derby participant! (top of show) Junior Caminero finished in 2nd place last year and is going for gold! (4:07) Red Sox…
Foul TerritoryTrade Predictions + Former Mets HC Eric Chavez unveils what’s wrong
Former Mets hitting coach Eric Chavez unveils what is going on behind the scenes in the recent team turmoil and Carlos Mendoza taking the fall for a…
Foul TerritoryAll-Star finalist decisions + Sam Blum on the Angels firing Perry Minasian & hiring John Mozeliak
Sam Blum from The Athletic breaks down the surprise of Perry Minasian's firing and what it means for the Angels. He also weighs in on John Mozeliak's resume…
Foul TerritoryRed Sox smash Yanks, 105.5 The Miz, Caminero dingers, Langford IL’d
The D'backs broadcast made a jab at Max Kepler for his PED suspension. Also, which FT superhero are you? (top of show) (4:54) The Red Sox swept the Yankees in…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Angels GM shuffle, Trade Deadline needs for AL WC contenders, Phillies & Rays surge
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal dishes on the Angels firing GM Perry Minasian and bringing in former Cardinals executive John Mozeliak. (top of show) (4:40)…
Foul Territory4x World Series champ Jeff Nelson joins Karl Ravech on DFTD
Jeff Nelson joined Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout to share what pitchers should focus on other than velocity, favorite memories from the…
Foul TerritoryKent Mercker on Tim Kurkjian’s “Is This A Great Game, Or What?”
Kent Mercker joined Tim Kurkjian's Is This A Great Game, Or What? earlier this week. Mercker is a former MLB pitcher who spent 18 seasons in the big leagues…
Foul TerritoryDissecting an MLB player poll on teams that treat players best/worst + D’backs closer Paul Sewald joins
MLB players answered a poll of which teams they want to play for, and the teams they would run from. The FT crew takes us inside how much a topic like this can…
Foul TerritoryRays reliever Craig Kimbrel joins
Veteran saves machine Craig Kimbrel joined the show and discussed what it's like playing in Tampa Bay vs other organizations. He also spoke on being DFA'd by…
Foul TerritoryQ&A w/MLBPA Interim Exec Director Bruce Meyer: Inside the proposals
MLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer answered questions on FT about the proposals being exchanged for the next labor deal. Tons of topics covered here…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal's reaction to Mets firing Mendy, AJ meets Pope Leo XIV + Jays trade ideas + Reds checkup
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets firing Carlos Mendoza and explains why he believes POBO David Stearns faces the biggest questions moving…
Foul TerritoryMets fire Carlos Mendoza, Philly’s wild Braves chase, Shohei Ohtani & Ernie Clement All-Star starters
The Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza, with Andy Green taking over as interim. Was Mendoza really to blame? (top Of Show) And are Albert Pujols or Alex…
Foul TerritoryJoe Maddon Unfiltered: Ohtani-Rushing comms issues, Dealing with Devers, Blue Jays keeping the spark
Former manager Joe Maddon joined the FT crew to talk about teams that lose in the World Series and how that hangover can be a challenge. Also, what is the…
Foul TerritoryTyler Kepner examines the quest by some clubs to copy the Brewers
Tyler Kepner of The Athletic joined FT to talk about his latest article on the Mets (and the Cubs to an extent) wanting to mimic the Milwaukee mojo, and why it…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Front Office HOT seats, Cardinals q's, Mets woes
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the Mets' continued collapse, what their recent moves signal ahead of the trade deadline, and…
Foul TerritoryCubs acquire David Peterson, MLB proposal to cap contract length, Ohtani not on same page with Rushing?
AJ got to meet the Pope and present him with a gift from the 2005 World Series. What a time. (top of show) (4:11) The Cubs acquired David Peterson from the…
Foul TerritoryMarlins Manager Clayton McCullough joins Fish on First
Every month, Fish On First (part of the FT Network) takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins…
Foul TerritoryJim Bowden's Front Office Unfiltered: Trade needs for teams, Giants selling BIG, Suspend Devers?
FT Resident GM and host of GM Territory Jim Bowden weighs in on which Giants players are realistically available at the deadline, and which teams should be…
Foul TerritoryEvan Drellich joins Friar Territory with details on the new Padres owner takeover, MLB labor strife
Friar Territory welcomes in The Athletic's Evan Drellich, who discusses why the pending Padres sale to Kwanza Jones and Jose E. Feliciano hasn't gone through…
Foul TerritoryDevers blames media, Lindor activated, Giants open for biz, Philly’s epic inning, Cubs lose 2 more arms
Some Mets news to start the show: Francisco Lindor has been activated, and Kodai Senga got the demotion to the bullpen. (Top of show) (04:14) The Giants are…
Foul TerritoryBig Donkey hypes national champion Oklahoma, Drops college perspective on MLB’s Draft cutting proposal
Former college baseball pitcher Stephen Schoch (aka Big Donkey) joined FT to hit the atmosphere around the College World Series after the Oklahoma Sooners took…
Foul TerritoryBIG Trade Q&A Inside Scoop with Ken Rosenthal: Skubal, Joe Ryan, Alcántara, White Sox, Braves & more
Which teams will be aggressive at the Trade Deadline? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joined the show and discussed White Sox potential moves due to their…
Foul TerritoryJazz Lollipop Gate, Dodgers first to 50 wins, White Sox “team sport”
Scotland's Tartan Army invaded Miami's park. (top of show) Can we get more of this? (2:10) The Dodgers are the first team to 50 wins. Are there any issues with…
Foul TerritoryPhillies OF Brandon Marsh joins
The Phillies’ offense a fun weekend with Bryce Harper hitting for the cycle and Kyle Schwarber smashing balls to the second deck. Phillies outfielder…
Foul TerritoryBob Nightengale's trade market notes + injury updates across MLB
FT Insider and USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins FT with the latest on the trade market including Tarik Skubal, Freddy Peralta and Matt Chapman potential…
Foul TerritoryRafael Devers tantrum, Pirates interference, Skubal-White Sox beef
Nationals star CJ Abrams hit three homers this weekend after taking some Father’s Day BP in his hotel room! (top of show) Kratz bets others might follow…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Devers DRAMA, Tigers/D'backs trade plans, O's beat LA
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks Giants star Rafael Devers refusing a pinch runner in the weekend loss in Miami. (Top of Show) (6:13) The Orioles take…
Foul TerritoryFormer O’s manager (current Rays Senior Advisor) Brandon Hyde joins
Rays senior advisor of baseball operations Brandon Hyde was a guest on FT and talked about his role with the Rays, what he’s learned since being let go…
Foul TerritoryBrewers prospect Andrew Fischer is a must-listen guest on FT
This was a great one! Brewers position player prospect Andrew Fischer was on FT to talk about his journey to pro ball, what life looks like inside the Brewers…
Foul TerritoryOtto López joins Fish On First
Barely two years after being claimed off waivers by the Miami Marlins, Otto López is producing at an All-Star level. The 27-year-old shortstop joined AJ…
Foul TerritoryBraves 1B Rowdy Tellez joins FT
Live from the ballpark, Rowdy Tellez joined FT to talk life with his new team, why other clubs passed on him in free agency, the new MLB Draft restrictions…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal: Skubal frontrunners, MLB Draft slashing proposal + Trade thoughts for Braves, Blue Jays, M’s, Yanks, Pirates
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down his latest column on the front-runners for Tarik Skubal, then previews the trade deadline outlook for the Braves…
Foul TerritoryTrout IL’d, Buxton shuts down trade rumors, MLB proposal includes trading picks & international policing, Adolis García out for 2026
Former Home Run Derby Champion Toddfather weighs in on the new rule changes to the upcoming Derby. (Top of Show) Will it be a smoother entertainment…
Foul TerritoryEarly Trade Rumors (Chapman, Detmers) + Nationals checkup w/Nusbaum
The Giants could trade one of their expensive names. Is Matt Chapman most likely to be dealt? (04:55) Aroldis Chapman is all but gone before the deadline, but…
Foul TerritoryCardinals Manager Oli Marmol & Bench Coach Daniel Descalso join FT + Guardans checkup w/Cody Allen
Cardinals manager Oli Marmol brought his bench coach Daniel Descalso on FT, and they talked about the Cardinals early success, Jordan Walker’s…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: Ken Rosenthal's early trade deadline sellers list, Yanks surging, PCA MVP bid?
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo take an early look at MLB trade deadline landscape, breaking down potential buyers and sellers across both…
Foul TerritoryMLB proposes massive Draft changes, New Home Run Derby rules, Aaron Judge inspired by Knicks title
Players-only episode of FT! AJ and Kratz running point today! (Top of Show) (2:37) There are new rules in the Home Run Derby that eliminate the clock. Is this…
Foul TerritoryYankees checkup: Trade plans, Volpe’s future, Caballero’s pitch clock beef with MLB, Jazz’s ABS money
Yankees beat reporter Gary Phillips (New York Daily News) joined us to break down the latest from the Bronx. He hits on trade deadline plans, Anthony Volpe's…
Foul TerritoryJeff Passan joins: Top trade deadline candidates to track, Team needs
ESPN's Jeff Passan joined FT to run through his list of names likely to move at the deadline and we asked him how team like the White Sox, Angels, Padres, and…
Foul TerritoryM’s piggyback rotation debate, A’s owner regretful, BIG IL returns, Cubs closer feeling WBC effects?
Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber was at 1st base for the first time since 2021. (Top of Show) He dispelled a famous saying. (4:24) The Mariners are going to a…
Foul TerritoryTommy Pham joins FT after opting out of deal with the Orioles
Free agent outfielder Tommy Pham joins FT just days after opting out of his deal with the Orioles. He explains how a season with no real spring training threw…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: Giants open for trade biz, Bryce Harper to the outfield? + D’backs update
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal has the latest on the Giants testing the trade market with some of their bigger names. He also breaks down the Phillies'…
Foul TerritoryHunter Brown returns v. Framber, PCA’s cycle, Dustin May’s gem, Padres bat woes, Cal Raleigh’s back, Tommy Edman too
Injuries suck is a frequent segment on the show but let's highlight some big names returning today. (Top of show) We list a few and then get to more roster…
Foul TerritoryJeremy Affeldt takes us inside pro athlete life challenges after retirement + Giants checkup
Three-time World Series champion Jeremy Affeldt shares his thoughts on the Giants' disappointing season, why Buster Posey went into the year without…
Foul TerritoryRobert Murray joins Pinstripe Territory to hit Yankees trade plans
FT Insider Robert Murray joins Pinstripe Territory to break down the latest Yankees trade deadline rumors. Who could New York make a move for? Get up to $200…
Foul TerritoryReacting to reports: Bo opting out? Philly needs, Marlins shopping Sandy? + Brewers notes w/Curt Hogg
Will Bo Bichette opt out of his contract at the end of the year, or will a trade happen before that? (7:46) The Phillies desperately need outfield help. Who…
Foul TerritoryMiz Maddux, Pads-O's Beanball, Yanks-Jays beef, Yamamoto shines, Skubal's return, Guards lose Ramírez
Happy Birthday Mr. Erik Kratz! This weekend, Erik and his son took home the PIAA state championship. (Top of Show) Have a day. (05:42) Yoshinobu Yamamoto was…
Foul TerritoryFair Territory: White Sox top Dodgers, Tarik Skubal returns, Max Meyer & Marlins heater
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal breaks down two more hamate bone injuries: Guardians star José Ramírez and Royals slugger Vinnie Pasquantino…
Foul TerritoryDustin Pedroia talks career & youth baseball on Dirt From The Dugout
Dustin Pedroia joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout to reflect on his decorated career, youth baseball tips, injury treatment, and how…
Foul TerritoryTwins slugger Kody Clemens + Braves reliever Tyler Kinley join FT
Twins masher Kody Clemens joined FT to talk about his career path and what went into the decision to give him more playing time. He also opened up about Byron…
Foul TerritoryKen Rosenthal’s Trade Talk Q&A
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins FT for trade deadline speculation topics. He updates us on the latest Tarik Skubal and Jarren Duran buzz, mentions why…