Foul Territory

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...

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: Whi...

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 Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.co...

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 today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (12:28) Braves starter Spencer Schwellenbach reveals his mentors and who he’s learned the most about pitching from. Spencer also explains pitching cha...

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. Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. (9:55) Life as a small market team: no Rays are finalists for the All-Star game :( (11:40) Wan...

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 Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by goin...

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 Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today...

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?  Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash Ap...

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 Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (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 lo...

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 Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when...

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? Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scot...

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. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (16:40) Paul Skenes against The Miz SOLD OUT!...

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 Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today usin...

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 Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/h...

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 Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code...

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? Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (20:08) The Angels are...

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.”  Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel...

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 Go to https:// SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. See...

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 and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. (13:00) Angels manager Ron Washington is out...

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 Krat...

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 Many new items at the new FoulTerritoryShop.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping...

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 Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchas...

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 M...