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The Injury Expert Will Carroll explains how the Dodgers are slow playing Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound from a second elbow surgery. Who gets back to 100% first: Ohtani on the mound or Ronald Acuña Jr? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code foul. What is the prognosis for someone like Anthony Rendon coming back from hip surgery? Will disc...

How are the Astros going to attempt to replace Kyle Tucker? The Athletic reporter and Crush City Territory host Chandler Rome goes through the storylines surrounding the 2025 Astros. What kind of production can Isaac Paredes expect in Houston? What does Christian Walker bring to the table at first base? Chandler breaks down Framber Valdez and his impending free agency.  Where do the Astros stack u...

Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith covers the failed Vladdy Jr. extension talks and then we hit season storylines. Did the quotes after negotiations get personal between team prez Mark Shapiro and Vladdy? Ben discusses the additions of Anthony Santander, Max Scherzer and Andres Gimenez.  Is a bounceback for Bo Bichette on the horizon? Ben analyzes whether Jeff Hoffman can be the everyday closer.  Hos...

No Alex Bregman for the Cubs but they land Justin Turner. (2:39) How will he fit in with the current roster construction? (10:33) We seem to have some conflicting quotes with Vladdy Jr. and the Blue Jays on how close they got on an extension agreement. (17:59) The Red Sox signed Adam Ottavino and also have a confusing documentary release date. (20:43) Geraldo Perdomo and the D'Backs agreed to a fo...

Ken Rosenthal reacts to Rafael Devers standing his ground on playing third base and explains why the best fit for Alex Bregman in Boston is at third. (Top of Show)  (4:06) Ken also looks at the looming extensions for last year's World Series managers: Dave Roberts and Aaron Boone.  (7:25) Ken expands on a piece from his weekend notes column explaining why the Angels didn't take out insurance on An...

Dodgers special advisor Farhan Zaidi joins Dodgers Territory to talk about his new role and his return to the organization. (7:22) With incredible pitching depth, the Dodgers face the challenge of managing their rotation as arms get stretched out to start the season. Zaidi breaks it all down.  (12:09) Get an insider’s take on the NL West competition from someone who’s been on the other side. Subsc...

Agent Scott Boras joins FT to weigh in on the state of the game, mega deals for his top clients and why he believes MLB must ensure teams are truly committed to winning. Boras gives an inside look at Juan Soto’s epic free agency process and his record-breaking contract. Plus, how did Red Sox ownership step up to close the Alex Bregman negotiations, and what led to Pete Alonso’s slow market? Boras...

Alex Bregman has reported to camp but is he really Boston's everyday second baseman? Fresh comments from manager Alex Cora and third baseman Rafael Devers have suddenly turned this into a contentious situation. (1:46) (6:50) Shohei Ohtani is back on the mound—but don’t expect the Dodgers to rush him into action. How cautious will LA be with their two-way superstar? (23:32) The FT crew reacts to Mi...

Will an eerily quiet Seattle offseason come back to haunt them? Seattle Times reporter Ryan Divish previews the 2025 season for the Mariners. Divish discusses the need for a Julio Rodríguez fast start, whether Randy Arozarena/Victor Robles can stay consistent and if new hitting coach Kevin Seitzer can unlock struggling bats. Also, Seattle ownership...WTF?! FoulTerritoryShop.com - Rock the spot tha...

The Brewers lost two stars this offseason and made no major moves to replace them. Can they fill the void left by Willy Adames and Devin Williams by banking on more from what they have? Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Curt Hogg joins FT to discuss Milwaukee’s quiet offseason, what it will take for them to return to the playoffs and whether this group can finally break through in October a...

Orioles reporter Steve Melewski answers q's on the biggest storylines for the Orioles heading into 2025. Is the starting rotation good enough? How will Jackson Holliday perform in his sophomore campign? Are the O’s going to lock up Gunnar Henderson long-term? Can this club crack a postseason win? Do they have another big move in them? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun TAP IN - All 2025...

TPS had plenty to talk about with skipper Rob Thomson, including expectations for the 2025 club, a ridiculously strong rotation, potential changes in the lineup, Alec Bohm’s mindset coming into camp, Max Kepler’s ability to be the everyday left fielder and more! To claim your Double Your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ft Subscribe to @The Phillies Show on YouTube and pod! See omnystudio.com/li...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps in for his normal Friday check-in and then we chat with FT Resident GM Jim Bowden. Topics include: -Do the Yankees have a Marcus Stroman problem in camp? -After Alex Bregman signed with Boston, where does Nolan Arenado stand in St. Louis?  -How is Reds manager Tito Francona going to put his stamp on this young club? -Ken dives into the two-way player rule that...

Does Colorado have a pulse right now? Denver Post Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders takes us inside the insular culture created by ownership that has held the club back.  With another last-place finish on the horizon, what needs to happen in 2025 to give fans any hope for the future? We also get the latest on top prospects Chase Dollander and Charlie Condon, plus whether Nolan Jones can rebound...

Marlins Insider Craig Mish guides us through the headlines for a lowly organization. (3:17) Can Clayton McCullough revive a lifeless offense?  (4:35) Why are the Marlins intent on being like the Rays?  (6:51) Craig details the plan for the pitching staff in Miami.  (8:19) Bring back the statue! (10:12) BTW, this is not a small market. Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun DM q's/comments...

Astros manager Joe Espada joined Crush City Territory hosts Tyler Stafford and (The Athletic beat reporter) Chandler Rome to reflect on his first season in charge, the excitement of 2025 and preview the new-look Astros team headed to West Palm Beach. SUBSCRIBE to Crush City Territory for Astros baseball the way it should be covered See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Diamondbacks signed up Kendall Graveman to help patch a weak spot from a year ago. (Top of Show) Is their bullpen good enough to win it all? (12:39) Analytics nerds love Jakob Junis and he just signed with the Guardians. (15:16) What do Framber Valdez’s comments about Jose Altuve and no extension talks mean for the Astros? (18:32) Did Tigers POBO Scott Harris throw shade at Alex Bregman for no...

Jonathan Papelbon talks about the Alex Bregman signing and where it puts the Red Sox in 2025. (1:52) Lineup talk. (5:45) Where do the top prospects fit in? (7:30) Could this make the club a division contender? (13:03) BETMGM over/under stolen base totals for Anthony Volpe this season. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun Baseball the way it should be covered See omnystudio.c...

The Dodgers host the Tigers in LA to open the season, including a ring ceremony for now-enemy Jack Flaherty! How is that going to play out? Jack tells us about the conversations that led to him returning to the Motor City. Was Tarik Skubal involved in the recruiting process? Jack dives into beef with the Padres and emotions running high.  Have you heard about FoulTerritoryShop.com ??? Angels catch...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Boston Red Sox signing Alex Bregman to a 3-year deal and question where the gold glove infielder will play. How does Boston choosing Bregman affect Nolan Arenado? (Top of Show) (11:05) The San Diego Padres sign free agent Nick Pivetta to a backloaded deal, and Shohei Ohtani is progressing towards pitching this season. (15:55) The hosts take your live Gri...

Alex Bregman is shipping up to Boston on what could be just for one season. (2:16) How big was this for the Red Sox, why did he not take the bigger Detroit offer and should they figure out starting him at third base? (23:10) Did Nick Pivetta get a good deal with the Padres and does this make up for a quiet SD offseason? (31:36) Drama already with the Yankees...what do we make of Marcus Stroman not...

He's shipping up to Boston! Monster Territory host Robbie Hyde jumps on right after the Alex Bregman news breaks and runs through how this signing will line up for the Sox. Are they a division title contender now?! SUBSCRIBE to Monster Territory for news on the Red Sox AND postgame shows after every Boston regular season tilt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much could Terry Francona’s presence in Cincinnati be a real difference-maker? FT Insider Ken Rosenthal checks in from Reds camp. Ken also reacts to the news that Anthony Rendon will miss extended time due to hip surgery. Is his time with the Angels over?  Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! Plus, Blake Snell is finally...

KC Star reporter Jaylon Thompson takes us through the storylines for the Royals, including their Jonathan India addition to boost the lineup. Also covered: Is Jac Caglianone debuting this year? Enough outfield help in place? Bobby Witt Jr. MVP season on the horizon? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Leave us a rating/review if you like all the team show previews :) See omnystudio.com/l...

Can the Pirates finally turn potential into results? Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins FT to break down Pittsburgh’s 2025 outlook.  Paul Skenes is expected to pitch without restrictions and take on a bigger clubhouse leadership role.  Even with Skenes and Jared Jones penciled in the Opening Day rotation, the Pirates still expect top pitching prospects to contribute in 2025.  Instead...