Foul Territory

San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth joins Friar Territory for an exclusive interview with Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell. He discusses the Padres-Dodgers battle for the NL West, why Manny Machado is misunderstood as a leader, if he misses playing both ways and how good of a pitcher he thinks he could've been. SUBSCRIBE to the Friar Territory podcast!! See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Hall of Famer Greg Maddux talks retirement life, why Tony Gwynn was his toughest target, how his fundamental upbringing influenced his baseball success and how he helps his brother coach the Rangers pitching staff. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz Scott Braun 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 in...

Former Big League starting pitcher Russ Ortiz remembers the 2002 World Series and Dusty Baker giving him the ball from Game 6. He also shares Barry Bonds' stories, including a bat rack brawl and the dynamic between Bonds and Jeff Kent. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Then Cody Ross joins FT and picks his top rivalries in baseball right now. We...

The Orioles suddenly have one of the best starting pitchers in baseball and he joins FT to tell us about how he found success again. Trevor Rogers covers overcoming struggles and excelling on a losing team. What must change for the Orioles in 2026? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL See omn...

Longtime MLB catcher Brian McCann shares how Cal Raleigh has impressed him this year. Should McCann, or catchers in general, get more love in Hall of Fame voting? B-Mac also talks about the lost season for the Braves season, the death of the shift and why he thinks elite catchers should be catching more games. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use...

What makes an MVP candidate and could there be any Judge/Ohtani fatigue looming? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal talks about key factors in the voting process. Ken covers big prospect promotions for the Red Sox and Mets, including the impact it might make in October. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun For 20% off your first purchase, head to  FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code...

Toddfather and Kratz educate us on Little Leaguers using Big League tech, which could be why the scoring is down. 05:11) 4 SchwarBOMBS kick up the MVP debate and what free agency will look like for Philly's big masher. 15:11) Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez now has two hand issues to battle through. (16:57) Breaking News during FT: The Red Sox release Walker Buehler. Who will pick him up and can he...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack the New York Mets sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies at home. (Top of Show) (2:58) If the season ended today, the Los Angeles Dodgers would get the NL's second bye.  Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to  https://joinbilt.com/FOUL . (7:01) The Milwaukee Brewers shuffle their pitchin...

Two-time World Series champion Joe Carter joins FT and immediately recites the call from his WS walk-off home run. He also recalls stories about fans telling him where they were during that moment. Carter discusses the 2025 Blue Jays, says he prefers the 1992 celebration, and reminds Drake that he owes him money. Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to...

The Mets swept the Phillies and might be back in this NL East race again. (2:50) Are they better than Philly? (12:52) Jameson Taillon is heading back to the Injured List. (14:21) Shohei Ohtani was nasty on the mound with some added arsenal options. (28:09) MLB wants the Bananas involved in All-Star festivities. Their logistics excuse is silly. (29:18) Cora on Anthony (31:18) The Brewers lost Trevo...

2004 champ Kevin Millar joins FT and backs up why he thinks the Red Sox can win it all this year. He also goes in-depth on the Rafael Devers deal aftermath and why he was all-in with the decision. Millar praises Roman Anthony, and explains why he made the right move to grab that early extension money on the table. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FO...

Former AL MVP Josh Donaldson recalls a story about teasing Billy Beane over contract extension talks in Oakland. The former Blue Jay praises Toronto fans in October and what that experience was like. He also teases AJ and Kratz about his elite pop times, and breaks down that decision to play third base over catcher. Finally, he talks about playing in Oakland/Sacramento, as well as the difficulties...

Astros smasher Yordan Alvarez is finally back after his 100-game stint on the IL. (3:20) (11:26) Clayton Kershaw is ready for the postseason. Will he start? (13:07) The Rangers lost Nathan Eovaldi most likely for the rest of the season. Season over? (22:49) Willson Contreras gets a 6-day suspension. Enough? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (24:...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal explores several Padres-Dodgers storylines: Laureano and O’Hearn’s contrasting deadline decisions, AJ Preller’s motivations and tactics, and which team values the rivalry more. Ken also discusses Zack Wheeler’s injury impact on the Phillies, recounts the perils of in-game tweeting and how Novak Djokovic was saved from a baseball! For 20% off...

Former two-time MLB All-Star Tyler Clippard reveals the reason he used to lick his hand when pitching, and his key to longevity in the big leagues. He also answers whether he used spider tack, how to get more starters in the World Baseball Classic, and how he played minor league ball to get one last call up to the Bigs. Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun  Get 20% off your first S...

Shoutout to Vinnie Pasquantino for racking up AL player of the week. Dude is on fire. (02:38) Willson Contreras LOST his cool, tossing his bat towards the umpire! We review the ejection and predict how many games Contreras will miss. (11:43) Sending lots of love to Ron Washington after he had quadruple bypass surgery. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL...

Did Erik Kratz end Wally Joyner’s career as a hitting coach? The former MLB first baseman and hitting coach answers that and reveals the difficulties of being a hitting coach. He also shares stories about hazing when moving from the AL to the NL, the 1986 Home Run Derby TIE, plus a scary fan attack incident at Yankee Stadium. Wally weighs in on the state of the Angels, the ABS system, and if...

Retired MLB outfielder Aaron Hicks joins from The Pro Rivals Open, and explains the biggest differences in playing for the Yankees versus the Orioles. He also gets into the Anthony Volpe situation, including the difficulty of producing when being benched and the importance of teams having players' backs when they’re struggling. Additionally, Hicks shares his experiences playing with Aaron Ju...

AJ and Scott are at THE PRO Rivals Open in Alabama for VIP interviews with legends all week! (01:33) There’s something wrong in the Bronx and the Royals are catching up. What should the Yankees do with Anthony Volpe? We also kick around whether the Red Sox have enough pitching to achieve ultimate postseason success. (12:25) Rookie Nolan McLean is finally giving the Mets length they were look...

Going off an article from Jim Bowden on 'under-the-radar' players, Britt and Kratz give some of their top choices. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (11:26) Then a chat with Pirates reliever Isaac Mattson on dad strength, his journey to this point, and the reliever mindset. He also breaks down Paul Skenes as a teammate and shares tho...

Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Red Sox taking the first three games against the Yankees in The Bronx this weekend. (Top of show)  (5:13) The Padres hold serve against the Dodgers at home.  For 20% off your first purchase, head to  FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL  and use code FOUL (10:38) Ken explores the NL East race with news Zack Wheeler is lost for the season. (13:31) Inside Dish...

All-Star Mets starting pitcher David Peterson shares the secret to going deep into games. He also unveils who the leaders of the clubhouse are for position players and pitchers. What has changed in the Mets organization since owner Steve Cohen took over control from the Wilpons? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Hosts: Kevin...

Buckle up! 22-year MLB manager Buck Showalter tells fun stories about his Savannah Bananas appearance and interactions with Ichiro. Plus, Buck discusses issues with the Minor Leagues and how managers should handle injured players who play through pain. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at  https://trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod (14:17) KP gives his thoughts on MLB realign...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal covers how Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony has been unfazed so far in MLB. Ken dives into Samuel Basallo's extension and breaks down both sides of young players signing these deals. Ken believes the Astros are fine, comments on the return of Shane Bieber for Toronto, and tells us why he still believes the Padres can get it done in the NL West. Rula patients typically p...

Baltimore Banner beat writer Andy Kostka breaks down the extension newbie Samuel Basallo and if this spells trouble for Adley Rutschman's future with the Orioles. He also answers if this is a statement by ownership, what happens with the other young talent, and if Mike Elias is the right guy for the job. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod Hosts...