Foul Territory

Former first overall pick and current Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak joins to discuss what's changed since arriving in Colorado, how he's adapting to the high altitude, and reflects on his time with the Phillies and Angels. Hosts: Pierzynski, Pillar, Kratz Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatge...

Remember José Martínez? He joined Jim Hayes on Cardinal Territory  to cover what he's been up to since retiring and his favorite moments in a Cardinals uniform. He also discusses the impact teammates like Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright had on his life and career, plus his place in Venezuelan baseball and more. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com wit...

FT Insider and USA Today's Bob Nightengale elaborated on his article critiquing Bryce Eldridge sitting too often in SF. We also asked Bob if Edwin Díaz will face any discipline following his cockfighting scandal, and which teams could be buyers and sellers for trade season. Hosts: Pierzynski, Pillar, Kratz To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/ FOUL . The ASPCA® is not an ins...

Brewers slugger Jake Bauers hopped on Brewer Territory to discuss what's clicking for him this year, his MLB journey, and more! To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/ FOUL . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mets closer Devin Williams spoke about a key change he recently made to get back in a groove. It leads to good ball talk about pitch tipping. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory (14:09) Brewers righty Chad Patrick hopped on to discuss how the team is approaching a rematch against the Dodgers, his transition from starter to reliever a...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins us for the Inside Scoop. He discusses the Dodgers and Brewers as they matchup this weekend, his column on JP Crawford mentoring Colt Emerson, and the Angels' front office troubles. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory (17:20) Ken and the FT crew break down a stadium tier list. What makes ballparks...

Fan shoutout at the top. We appreciate everyone. Have an awesome holiday weekend. Let's talk ball. (01:11) Gerrit Cole makes his return to the mound tonight. Let's get into the state of the Yankees and Rays right now. (14:23) It's a rematch of last year's NLCS. We take a look at the three teams leading the divisions in the NL right now. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start a...

North Side Territory host and The Athletic's Patrick Mooney joined us to break down what's going on with the Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong's recent struggles and much more. (16:09) Mooney also discusses Shota Imanaga's season and concerns surrounding Edward Cabrera. Hosts: Pierzynski, Pillar, Kratz To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/ FOUL . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not eng...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the latest on Tarik Skubal’s recovery and whether the Tigers ace could return sooner than expected. (top of show) (3:41) The Brewers continue proving doubters wrong with one of the best records in baseball despite injuries, roster turnover, and moving on from several key stars in recent years. Does Matt Arnold deserve more credit? (...

The Dodgers beat the Padres 4-0 last night behind another dominant Shohei Ohtani outing. What did we learn? (top of show) BTW it's player-only today on the show! (15:12) Shohei Ohtani could have been...a Ray? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal wrote an article discussing a trade proposal involving Junior Caminero. This is not the only trade that Arte Moreno shut down. Does he have too much power in t...

Cardinal Territory host and TV broadcaster Jim Hayes dishes on the "tarps off" craze that originated in St. Louis. We talk ball too. Is this team a real playoff contender? What's working so well? To explore coverage, visit  aspcapetinsurance.com/ FOUL . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start...

District Territory host & Nationals TV broadcaster Kevin Frandsen lays out what's working and not working for a Nats club that is not too shabby so far this season. That young staff can kick it. (23:35) The Athletic's Zack Meisel checks in with the latest on a Guardians club that has found its offensive firepower lately. They also grow unsung reliever studs on trees in Cleveland. To explore co...

A fan wrote in about a radical idea to try and promote more contact in the sport, but EK and AJ weren't feeling it. (Top of show) (4:59) Let's start with the Brewers taking back 1st place in the NL Central with The Miz dealing. (18:08) Legendary exec Theo Epstein was the latest guest on  Dirt From The Dugout and we dissected his comments on scouting in today's world.  (26:13) Why aren't...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joined FT for the Inside Scoop. He discussed Bo Bichette's skid, Drake Baldwin's injury, whether the Phillies can make a run at the NL East, the Dodgers-Padres series and the Edwin Díaz cockfighting scandal in Puerto Rico. (18:13)  Tiger Territory host Cody Stavenhagen jumped on to break down Tarik Skubal's NanoNeedle procedure and whether he can save th...

The Mets called up yet another prospect to try and turn their season around.  Baseball America's JJ Cooper joined FT to hit the mindset behind POBO David Stearns on these moves. JJ also chimes in on Brady House down while Dylan Crews pops back up with the Nationals, and how not all first overall picks are treated equally. Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun  If you like your money, Mint Mobi...

We have to give more praise to Padres catcher Rodolfo Duran's journey. (top of show)  (5:25) A tough blow for the Braves as catcher Drake Baldwin is headed to the IL with a strained right oblique. Are they still in command of the division? (13:29) Yankees starter Gerrit Cole could be making his MLB return sooner than expected.  (15:17) The "Tarps Off" trend is taking over MLB and some fa...

Rule change ideas were thrown to The Athletic's Stephen Nesbitt , who joined us to share some wild ideas. (18:19) Jhostynxon García, AKA “The Password”, is reportedly being called up by the Pirates. Baseball America's JJ Cooper breaks it down. (21:09) How would you critique your favorite team up to this point in the season? We react to some of your entertaining replies. Hos...

The Mets took the Subway Series, but lost Clay Holmes for a significant stretch. SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes joins to discuss the clubhouse vibes and Francisco Lindor's slow start. (9:51) She also dives into the Yankees' bullpen issues and whether time is running out on Mike Elias and the Orioles. Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/...

Cardinals manager Oli Marmol turned a viral shirtless fan moment into an unforgettable Busch Stadium scene. (top of show) (4:00) The White Sox edged the Cubs, and it was everything a rivalry series should be.  (14:36) The Padres swept the Mariners. What did we learn? (17:06) Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz has been connected to an illegal cockfighting operation in Puerto Rico. (29:00) The Ph...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal previews this week's Dodgers-Padres clash. (Top of show) (6:20) Mariners prospect Colt Emerson makes his MLB debut, and looks like he's here to stay. (7:37) Kyle Schwarber powers the Phillies past the Pirates. (8:50) The White Sox take the Crosstown Classic rivalry series against the Cubs. (10:26) Inside Dish breaks down the Mets' Subway Series win, plus Ken's lat...

Former Cubs star Ben Zobrist joins Father-Son duo Tim and Jeff Kurkjian on Is This A Great Game Or What? to talk about thriving under pressure: on the field and in life. (18:08) What was it like playing for Joe Maddon for two different teams, multiple World Series runs (including the historic one with the Cubs) and we hit Zobrist's his final game. (27:52) His new book, Prepare for the Pressure , r...

MLB legend, 354 game winner, 11-time All-Star, 2-time World Series champ, 7-time Cy Young Award winner -- the great Roger Clemens joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil today on Dirt From The Dugout ! "The Rocket" opens up about his early baseball days and how he worked his way to becoming one of the best pitchers of all time. Clemens shares stories from his playing days, including his iconic 20-strik...

MLB veteran of 16 seasons and Team USA manager Mark DeRosa joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on episode 1 of Dirt From The Dugout ! DeRo shares his experience playing baseball as a youth, his father's impact on his growth and career, and his biggest and best advice for young players and the parents of those players. He also opens up on his time as the manager of Team USA in the WBC and some of th...

The best closer on the planet is superstitious! Padres closer Mason Miller joined Friar Territory with Darren Smith and Marty Caswell to drop his thoughts on his superstitions, ABS challenges and how often he pays attention to how hard he's throwing. (8:48) Mason also discusses his recent sponsorship with Dexcom, which creates glucose monitoring devices for people living with diabetes, and why it'...

To address their defensive struggles, Nationals manager Blake Butera had his players work on fundamentals for a long time this week. (9:45) Fresh off a new nickname from Vinnie Pasquantino, Kris Bubic breaks down his slider, ABS with Salvador Perez, and Seth Lugo's run. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Katie Woo, Scott Braun Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgee...