Foul Territory

Hall of Fame writer for  The Athletic,  Jayson Stark, gives his reaction to the swing-off and answers what All-Star game storyline will bleed into the 2nd half. He also discusses what the D’Backs will do at the deadline and which team would best match with Arizona for a baseball trade. Should the trade deadline move back to August? Plus, Jayson predicts how big a move the Phillies could make and s...

Former Astros President of Baseball Operations Jeff Luhnow joins Tyler Stafford and The Athletic's Chandler Rome on Crush City Territory to reminisce on the trade deadlines of his Astros tenure, how a general manager functions this time of year, the regrets of some deadline deals he made and how close Bryce Harper became to being an Astro. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going...

It's another FIRE SALE coming up for the Buccos. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette beat writer Noah Hiles jumps on to talk about the Pirates’ selling possibilities. The core extension guys are being shopped. Think Mitch Keller, Ke’Bryan Hayes and Bryan Reynolds. Could owner Bob Nutting make some intradivision trades?  Will the club explore a Paul Skenes extension...ever? Hosts: Toddfather, Braun, Kratz Hit...

Will this be a meh trade deadline? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal predicts whether the Astros and Mariners will be buyers as they compete for the AL West. He also shares what the market for Luis Robert Jr. looks like and what AL teams barely over .500 will do. Will the Pirates be the bell of the ball for sellers? Plus, Ken answers if the Yankees or Mets will go to town, what teams could be reckle...

2x NL MVP and Braves legend Dale Murphy joins FT in Atlanta to discuss his Hall of Fame chances. He also shares his thoughts on the Battery dominating the MLB biz world and how baseball has improved with each generation.  Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL Why did Murph move away from catching? Plus, Dale rewinds to being...

Resident GM Jim Bowden drops knowledge on current trade chatter and gets into how invested the Cubs and Blue Jays will be.  What do the Guardians do with Steven Kwan? Bowden also divulges reliever and third basemen availability for several teams that need them. Plus, Jim shares which players the Pirates can sell and dishes his opinion on the All-Star Game swing-off. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Krat...

Toddfather is back from calling the Home Run Derby and we saw some SPECIMEN All-Star players! (Top of show) (3:14) The Cubs signed pitcher Spencer Turnbull. Will Chicago get anyone else this trade deadline?  (7:21) We also discuss position players available and likely to be moved come the deadline. (14:06) The Rangers trade Dane Dunning to the Braves for José Ruiz. MLB also extends paid leave for...

We have a trade! Fansided MLB insider Robert Murray breaks down the Pirates sending Adam Frazier to the Royals and what Kansas City will do at this deadline. He also answers if the D’Backs will dictate the deadline and if the Braves will plan for the future. Where could Ryan O’Hearn go?  Plus, Robert sheds light on which center fielders are available, what the Angels could do at the deadline, and...

What are the top needs for the top contenders? The Athletic published trade deadline tiers and team necessities and we highlight some standouts. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! (11:40) Will the Red Sox continue their hot streak after the break? Boston Globe beat writer Tim Healey dives into the...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo put a bow on this year’s All-Star Game in Atlanta. (Top of show) (2:45) The Dodgers offseason spree didn’t solve their bullpen needs. (7:07) Ken responds to Tony Massarotti’s assessment of the Boston Red Sox deadline needs.  Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL (11:55) The...

The All-Star Game Swing-Off was a GRAND success! Could MLB add more of this elsewhere? Plus, we review the ABS challenge system debut and mic’d up gold. (top of show) Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL (19:15) Pete Alonso pitched an LOL idea on charging the mound. (21:04) MLB remains ON TOP for All-Star game viewership by...

Mayday! host Trevor May runs through the big news from the All-Star break. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred spoke about the possibility of a salary cap. The MLB Draft had some surprising picks. Cal Raleigh won the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game was a thriller.  Trevor also looks back at his predictions from before the 2025 season. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45...

Foul Territory Network hosts Alanna Rizzo ( Dodgers Territory ), Kyle Glaser ( Friar Territory ) and Jack Sommers ( Snakes Territory ) discuss if the Dodgers are inevitable in the NL West, Rafael Devers and the Giants, and how each team will approach the trade deadline. (Top of show) Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL (15:...

Mayday! host Trevor May dishes on the history of the Trade Deadline. (Top of show) (12:30) Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview this year's deadline by discussing which teams will cut bait in the muddled AL Wild Card race.  (15:44) The hosts also discuss the team needs for those contending for home field advantage. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™...

A World Series for the Rays at Steinbrenner Field?! Believe it! Ken Rosenthal explores the Rays baseball breaking news stories regarding their postseason home and the sale of the team. Ken offers a trade idea for Boston and weighs in on The Miz All-Star selection aftermath. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL Hosts: AJ Pier...

Hall of Famer John Smoltz hypes a new format for the All-Star Game to bring all the pitchers to the yard. Smoltz also delves into MLB’s arm injury crisis and explores strategies for teams to keep players healthier.  Smoltzie also discusses what’s wrong with Atlanta this season and fields a fun q about where he ranks among Braves legends from the '90s. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advant...

The FT social team had some fun with Kratz last night on Twitter/X. (Top of show) (4:18) Cal Raleigh is the first catcher to win the Home Run Derby! We recap the opening round controversy, Jazz’s disappointing appearance, and other performances. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! (15:17) We answer...

It’s All-Star week with Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal. An MLB Draft recap to start off the show, including a sentimental pick by the Rockies with Ethan Holliday. Also, the youngest pick in the draft, Eli Willits goes first overall to the Nationals. (Top of show) (2:53) The Red Sox and Brewers are on winning streaks and pushing the top of their divisions. Can they keep it up as we enter the 2nd...

Baseball America's JJ Cooper and Peter Flaherty join Scott Braun for a heated discussion about the major flop by MLB with promoting the stars of tomorrow. How can they fix the promotion of the Futures Game and why did ZERO players show up for the MLB Draft? Then we hit the surprises at the top of the Draft and the teams that hit with their picks. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage o...

There's controversy in Atlanta! We break it all down, including The Miz being an All-Star and several players no-showing the festivities. (Top of Show) (21:02) Are the All-Star selections a popularity contest? TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! (23:41) Matt Olson is in the HR Derby to replace Rona...

How are the Rays doing this? Starter Ryan Pepiot discusses pitching deeper into games and how the organization manages injury prevention. Pepiot also explains how and why he adjusted some of his pitches. How is life pitching in the Majors in a minor league park and how does the team manage road trips? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today usin...

Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer sits down for a wide-ranging Q&A with The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney. It’s a must-listen interview that gets into the dynamics within the trade market, what the Cubs are looking for right now, the calculus around Kyle Tucker, Craig Counsell’s influence and much more. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to Aren...

10-year MLB pitcher Jim Abbott was born without a right hand. It's an amazing story and he joins FT to talk about his new ESPN documentary, “Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott.” He also touches on his famous accolades, including his no-hitter.  How difficult was it for Abbott to avoid tipping pitches? Who are his favorite pitchers to watch?  Jim discusses interacting with children with a...

NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Alex Pavlovic discusses his new book, “The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black,” including the potential Bryce Harper deal that ended up as a losing bid. Alex also covers the Rafael Devers saga shifting to San Francisco. Is Devers the star the Giants are looking for? What will they target at the trade deadline? Hosts: AJ Pierzynsk...

Ken Rosenthal hits burning trade deadline questions, including why Boston shouldn’t trade Alex Bregman. Ken also picks out some 3rd basemen the Yankees could trade for and who the D’backs will deal at the deadline. Why did that Bryan Baker trade happen for the Orioles and Rays? (15:35) The hosts look at the Out of the Park Baseball 2nd half simulations to see how the rest of the season might play...