Foul Territory

Rob Manfred has a plan: Tell players they’ve lost billions, and build their trust in him (2:09)

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(16:51) A quick weekend series recap

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(18:10) ASG snubs: James Wood vs Teoscar Hernandez 

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Should the Twins sell hard? Former Rockies GM Dan O'Dowd is here with trade takes, including the market for Baltimore's assets and the confusing direction of the Red Sox.

O’Dowd also analyzes Colorado’s current front-office woes and how the altitude drastically affected player performance.

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Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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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 and his reaction to Pete Crow-Armstrong's dominance. 

Other topics include pitch grips and card collecting.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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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 pressing trade questions surrounding the Diamondbacks, Padres, Marlins, Pirates and Brewers.

Ken also covers Juan Soto playing to his potential again and the Rangers' nightmare offense. Is Globe Life Field to blame?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Jason Kipnis, Scott Braun

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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 playing better ball.

Varsho also enlightens us with stories about current and former teammates, including Max Scherzer, Vladdy Jr. and guest host Whit Merrifield.

How hard (or easy) was it to transition from catcher to the outfield? 

Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Angels broadcaster and former MLB pitcher Mark Gubicza talks about a super improved bullpen and the durable reliability of their starters. Gubicza also gives health updates on Zach Neto and Ron Washington. Of course we cover the team shooting prospects up to MLB in a blink!

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Jason Kipnis, Scott Braun

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We analyze first-half grades for the NL that were listed by CBS Sports. Look back a few pods for the AL version too.

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(12:28) Braves starter Spencer Schwellenbach reveals his mentors and who he’s learned the most about pitching from. Spencer also explains pitching changes in baseball, quickly learning pitches, and how pitchers are being trained for going deeper into starts. Plus, who on the Braves is overlooked by the national media?

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?

(8:16) Even more BEEF with Willson Contreras and the Chicago Cubs.

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(9:55) Life as a small market team: no Rays are finalists for the All-Star game :(

(11:40) Wander Franco was convicted by a Dominican court. Chances are very low we see him in the Big Leagues again.

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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 Padres/Dodgers rivalry and the 2024 postseason regret. What is it like playing for manager Mike Shildt? Is the NL West the elite division in MLB?

Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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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 in a younger clubhouse and where does skipper Terry Francona factor in? We also ask about the electric opening innings from rookie Chase Burns.

Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss MLB holding preliminary conversations with the Tampa Bay Rays about where to play home playoff games. (Top of show) 

(5:16) Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer returned Wednesday. What can he bring to the charging Jays? 

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(6:25) Milwaukee Brewers sensation Jacob Misiorowski is a key figure in the NL Central’s Trade Dead...

Welcome to the media world, Mr. Whit Merrifield! Whit begins the show talking us through his retirement call. (Top of show)

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(10:04) Ronald Acuña Jr. IS participating in the Home Run Derby!

(11:37) MLB and the Rays held talks on a possible alternate home postseason location. Where would they go?

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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 got punched coaching Little League?!

Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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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 AL East update. What was up with Jazz’s ejection the other day and who are the emerging star sluggers in the division?

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Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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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 wins but Strip doesn't think they can win a World Series title.

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(16:40) Paul Skenes against The Miz SOLD OUT!

(18:18) AL MVP: Cal Raleigh or Aaron Judge? Strip gives his two cents. 

(20:52) A fan got banned after tormenting Ketel Marte. We...

Milwaukee rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shares his expectations on a dazzling debut and his matchup today against Paul Skenes.

The Miz also details his career from high school catcher to his MLB debut, including why he chose Crowder College. Would he play for the Polish National Team in the WBC?

Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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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 scheduled off days and Frankie Montas’ return from the IL for the Mets.

(17:04) The A's are really doing the thing in Vegas with a clueless owner.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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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 this year or continue to prep for the future? Katie also covers the team's six-day rotation success and whether Oli Marmol will get a long-term extension. 

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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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 the Braves played the Mets everyday, right? What’s working and not working for ATL?

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(20:08) The Angels are full of 1st Round picks.

(21:44) Jackson Holliday is getting more PT and loving it.

(23:45) Kenley Jansen might be hurt...

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 Phillies taking 2 of 3 from the New York Mets, and the San Francisco Giants winning the Rafael Devers “revenge series.” 

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(12:46) Ken’s Inside Dish remembers his late colleague Scott Miller. 

(21:05) He also takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including the team with the easiest path to a divi...

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 what Cincinnati might do at the trade deadline.

We of course hit the rise of Elly De La Cruz and emerging ace Andrew Abbott.

Hosts: AJ, Cam Maybin, SB

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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?

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(13:00) Angels manager Ron Washington is out indefinitely with a health concern.

(16:45) Max Scherzer returns Wednesday and Hunter Dobbins heads to the 15-day IL with an elbow strain.

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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 declares that he wants in on the Home Run Derby and how he’s trying to convince MLB to let him in! He also talks about an epic comeback for TB this week, plus differences between the Trop and Steinbrenner Field.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 from his time with the New York Yankees.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 deal and inside the Roki Sazaki recruiting process.

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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 gives his take on the Dodgers-Padres battle. We finish up hitting the similarities between the Padres and Diamondbacks and where they go from here.

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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).

Hunter also explains pitching differences in Coors Field vs. on the road and his reaction to Bud Black’s firing. Is the All-Star game on his mind?  

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 account of the Spiderman fan at Wrigley Field. 

How is year two of the Pat Murphy era going? Curt finishes with some thoughts on the steps back for Jackson Chourio and William Contreras, plus injury updates on Brandon Woodruff and Garrett Mitchell. 

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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. Who was in the wrong?

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(18:56) Todd was a Savannah Banana! He recaps his experience.

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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 Zalupski. Is Stu Sternberg serious about selling? Samson also gives his very candid opinion on MLB service time manipulation and the Rafael Devers situation.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 what he talks about with his Red Sox buddies and adds context to Marcelo Mayer's car key situation. 

What is Chase's favorite position to play and would he like to meet the Pope?

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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)

(2:10) The San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks are slipping behind the surging Los Angeles Dodgers. 

(5:53) Plus, more on the future Tampa Bay Rays outlook with the team in talks to be sold for $1.7 billion. 

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Let's go behind the scenes on how a Big League broadcast gets prepped. (top of show)

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(6:46) Why is Skubal vs Skenes not happening? 

(13:00) AJ and Kratz answer how they decided on their gamer bats. 

(14:15) Dodgers catcher Will Smith owns the Padres and the Dalton Rushing playing time debate rages on.

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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 handle a unicorn Shohei Ohtani workload.

Joe also shares his experience with hit by pitches and the changes in front-office involvement with teams.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 questions about himself.

Why have the O’s been on a better run lately? What are the differences between interim manager Tony Mansolino and former skipper Brandon Hyde?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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?

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(13:08) Boston has been mid for a while now.

(17:06) The Yankees scoring woes continue. 

(19:47) The Rays might have a new owner soon. Will it happen and will they stay in Tampa? 

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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 discusses Shohei Ohtani’s sudden return to the mound and gets asked if National manager Dave Martinez is on the hot seat.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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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 Phillies ace Zack Wheeler not morphing into the modern baseball way and thriving.

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(15:59) Did Rafael Devers’ ego get in the way or did the Red Sox front office botch comms badly? Jonathan Papelbon details the Devers trade and when the sc...

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 Empire notched his first dinger.

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(16:42) Juan Soto works count/walks a lot.

(19:06) Red Sox execs defended dumping Rafael Devers. Did Buster Posey land a steal of a deal? 

(31:21) Trevor May weighs in on how...

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 the Devers trade outlook for SF, including the new lineup and position possibilities.

What about that return package for Boston and how is Buster Posey making headlines in his front office role?

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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