Foul Territory

Kratz starts off the show by revealing how he dealt with haters while playing in the minors. (Top of show) (2:06) Blue Jays commentator Buck Martinez let it rip about the Yankees. Does New York care? Plus, we go over Toronto’s comeback win over Houston and both teams’ injury concerns. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20 . (16:38) T...

The OG FT crew weighs Jayson Stark's article insinuating future MLB expansion = fewer regular season games. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (12:59) North Side Territory host Sahadev Sharma talks about the severity of an injury to reliever Daniel Palencia and the strength of the bullpen alongside...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins to discuss Stu Sternberg selling a majority stake in the Rays and the likelihood of a relocation to a nearby market. Ken kicks around Toronto's concern with their bullpen and how the Yankees may address fundamental concerns and Anthony Volpe’s season-long struggles. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Pro...

Credit FT sources! The Red Sox call up Connelly Early to start in Sacramento tonight. (Top of Show) (4:14) The Phillies and Aaron Nola took care of business against the Mets. Trea Turner and Alec Bohm hit the IL. What was Francisco Alvarez swinging at against Jhoan Duran in the game’s final at-bat? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20 . (...

Aroldis Chapman has been on fire. Did he really just discover a pitching philosophy this season that everyone else knows??? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20 . (03:54) Former All-Star closer Heath Bell stops by for some thoughts on the Padres as he gives us a glimpse of what he's been covering lately on Friar Territory . Hosts: AJ Pierzynski...

How is Shawn Armstrong embracing the closer role with Texas? We ask the veteran pitcher about the postseason push for the Rangers and his windy career path to a pivotal bullpen role. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (19:16) Red Sox catcher Carlos Narváez shares some epic Aroldis Chapman st...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal recaps the puzzling past week for the Dodgers, including their unprecedented loss Saturday to the Orioles. (Top of Show) (4:04) There is suddenly a race for the 3rd AL Wild Card spot. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (6:52) Key injuries surfaced this weekend for...

Why are people stealing baseballs from children?! AJ says don't give in! (3:53) It’s a tight AL Wild Card race and we weigh the odds of a team catching up to the Mariners for the final spot. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (13:54) Trea Turner is out and Kratz tells us how this loss looks f...

What are the biggest concerns facing postseason contenders? We review The Athletic’s list and discuss our own worries. (8:03) 29 year-old Diamondbacks rookie pitcher Taylor Rashi reveals his life in The Show, including saving games in his first two appearances. He also tells the story of when he almost quit baseball and why he stopped worrying about velocity. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz,...

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden breaks down the American League postseason picture. He also delves into the Framber Valdez confrontation and how it affects his free agency outlook. How much will the Roman Anthony oblique injury hold back Boston’s title dreams? How can the Yankees patch up their late lead problems? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @tru...

Twins starter Bailey Ober shares his thoughts on the heated incidents from the week. Plus, Bailey reveals his teammates’ reactions after getting traded from the Twins. Was he surprised by any moves? How did he feel about Griffin Jax’s trade request? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal covers the epic youth infusion with the Mets starting rotation and Kodai Senga being optioned. He also previews some exciting AL series: Blue Jays vs. Yankees and Rangers-Astros. Plus, did the Rays come out of nowhere as a playoff contender?  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Shopping day? NEW ITEMS at FoulTerritoryShop.com See omnystudio.com/listene...

Will the Mariners get over their annual end-of-season slump? Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish hit recent problems with the team, including starters not showing up and Eugenio Suárez’s streakiness. Plus, Ryan divulges Seattle’s biggest threat in the AL Wild Card race.  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Have you seen the new FoulTerritoryShop.com ? See omnystu...

It’s Frazier Friday! We begin with what pitches Kratz and Todd preferred to hit (Top of show) (4:22) There’s Batgate in Houston! The umpires took Taylor Trammell’s bat after Aaron Boone pointed it out. Is this a nothing sandwich or an illegal bat?  Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod (14:35) We review the rules for the pit...

Which team poses the biggest threat to LA? We ask Orange County Register Dodgers beat writer Bill Plunkett, who also lays out how much they miss Max Muncy right now. Also covered: potential lineup switches surrounding Will Smith and the outfield shuffle and starting rotation options for October. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod Hosts: Scott B...

Let’s kick around the top 10 teams in baseball right now. Which list is your favorite? Then it’s Crush City Territory host (and The Athletic beat writer) Chandler Rome analyzing the Framber Valdez cross-up incident. Who is the leader of the Astros dugout? Rome elaborates on the free agent case for Valdez, the likelihood of Isaac Paredes returning this season. Get 20% off your first Sla...

The AL Wild Card is suddenly wide open for that last spot and the Mariners are sliding into familiar territory. Fair Territory hosts Alanna Rizzo and Ken Rosenthal unpack Seattle’s late-season struggles, what it means for the MVP race between Cal Raleigh and Aaron Judge, and the latest AL East shakeups with Roman Anthony sidelined and the Yankees bullpen collapsing again. Plus, we hand out D...

The Yankees were not fans of balls and strikes being called in Houston. Were their gripes legit? Do umps hold grudges? Also, why is there limited PitchCom devices? (Top of show) Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod (15:11) The Mets are calling up another young starter. Will Brandon Sproat be the next rookie to make a playoff rotation push? (17:05...

Can the Rangers lineup stay awake and take them to the postseason? Rangers Sports Network analyst Mike Bacsik explores how injuries and a big roster hole are negatively impacting the team. He also touches on the anger issues from pitchers in Houston and Denver. Additionally, Mike reveals how he felt after giving up Barry Bonds’ 756th home run and addresses a rumor spread about that event by...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the cross-up heard around the world and how it could affect soon-to-be free agent Framber Valdez. Ken also addresses the Raffy Devers and Kyle Freeland exchange. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at  trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod How bad is Roman Anthony's oblique injury for Boston? How will the BBWA’s Relief Pitcher award...

Does anyone believe that Framber Valdez didn't intentionally cross-up his catcher to hit him? (top of show) What happens moving forward in Houston? (15:46) The Mariners lost last night and are slipping at a bad time. (18:37) The Cubs picked up Carlos Santana and Aaron Civale, plus they sent down Owen Caissie. This isn't service time manipulation, is it? (21:10) Mets rookie Nolan McLean's first fou...

Let's talk strength of schedule down the stretch with  Stephen Nesbitt of the Athletic. He also talked about his article on Roman Anthony and he ranking the six potential expansion cities. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at  trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod (18:45) Marc Luino of  Mets'd Up swings by to picks his potential playoff rotation and to remind everyone...

Max Scherzer joined FT and got into why he chose the Blue Jays in the offseason. He also explained why Toronto had a surge, why he won't be following Rob Manfred around in retirement, and how things are with the MLBPA these days. Scherzer covered a comp for Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s special talent, MLB realignment, and his recent legends matchup start against Clayton Kershaw. Hosts: AJ, EK, SB Upgrade y...

The AL East race is heating up as the Blue Jays’ bullpen continues to falter. Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal covers Toronto’s late-game struggles, which have cracked the door open for the Yankees and Red Sox. These episodes drop sooner on the Fair Territory podcast channel ...get after it! The biggest shocker has to be the Rangers coming back to life to be in the thick of the AL Wil...

(02:20) Are there any real playoff races left? It looked like no but now the AL is getting interesting. (09:11) Who wins the AL East? The Yankees and Red Sox have made it close but do they have enough to overtake the Blue Jays? (24:00) The Phillies picked up Walker Buehler. Can Buehler do enough to warrant a postseason roster spot? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to Aren...