Foul Territory

Kent Mercker joined Tim Kurkjian's Is This A Great Game, Or What? earlier this week. Mercker is a former MLB pitcher who spent 18 seasons in the big leagues and shared clubhouses with 17 Hall of Famers throughout his remarkable career.  Tim and Jeff Kurkjian dove into his experiences with Greg Maddux, John Smoltz, and Tom Glavine, getting an inside look at what made each of them such extraord...

MLB players answered a poll of which teams they want to play for, and the teams they would run from. The FT crew takes us inside how much a topic like this can impact winning recruiting and winning games. (12:15) Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald joined FT to discuss reaching 100 career saves and how his mindset shifts between save and non-save situations. He also weighed in on what organizations ca...

Veteran saves machine Craig Kimbrel joined the show and discussed what it's like playing in Tampa Bay vs other organizations. He also spoke on being DFA'd by the Mets and his scariest moment in the bullpen. Hosts: Braun, Kratz If you're a Babe Ruth League player, coach, or parent, you can win exclusive signed merchandise from Foul Territory and other prizes from Simon's Heart—visit just...

MLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer answered questions on FT about the proposals being exchanged for the next labor deal. Tons of topics covered here, including the salary cap battle, contract limits, draft changes, gambling props, and teams profiting more than they claim. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: se...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets firing Carlos Mendoza and explains why he believes POBO David Stearns faces the biggest questions moving forward. Ken breaks down how New York's flawed roster construction led to this point, what the Mets should look for in their next manager, and shares the story behind A.J. Pierzynski's memorable meeting with Pope Leo XIV. (18:17) Kevin Pillar m...

The Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza, with Andy Green taking over as interim. Was Mendoza really to blame? (top Of Show) And are Albert Pujols or Alex Cora in play to be the next manager in 2027? (19:17) Ian Seymour carried a no-hit bid for the Rays while Junior Caminero went off for three home runs. (20:59) Follow FT on Snapchat!   (22:59) Ernie Clement and Shohei Ohtani are All-Star G...

Former manager Joe Maddon joined the FT crew to talk about teams that lose in the World Series and how that hangover can be a challenge. Also, what is the manager’s role when it comes to the trade deadline? Maddon shared his thoughts on Dalton Rushing's bad day with Ohtani, the Rafael Devers tantrum, and why pitching staffs are a lot different from when he first was managing. Hosts: Kevin Pi...

Tyler Kepner of The Athletic joined FT to talk about his latest article on the Mets (and the Cubs to an extent) wanting to mimic the Milwaukee mojo, and why it hasn’t worked out for them yet. He also talked about some differences between smaller and bigger markets, why the playoffs can be an equalizer, and how David Stearns has done with the Mets so far. Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scot...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the Mets' continued collapse, what their recent moves signal ahead of the trade deadline, and why bigger changes may not be coming despite another disappointing season. (top of show) (7:30) Ken explains why several front office leaders around baseball could find themselves on the hot seat after the deadline, including David Stearn...

AJ got to meet the Pope and present him with a gift from the 2005 World Series. What a time. (top of show) (4:11) The Cubs acquired David Peterson from the Mets , and it could work out for Chicago because Peterson gets ground balls and the Cubs infield defense is elite. Also, the Mets are a mess. (15:20) The Phillies have defied the Win Improbability meters the last two nights and are making a rea...

Every month, Fish On First (part of the FT Network) takes Miami Marlins fans "Inside the Dugout," bringing you an extended, exclusive interview with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough. During our June sitdown, McCullough speaks with AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout about his team's red-hot performance this month, potentially getting Agustín Ramírez reps at first base and how Eu...

FT Resident GM and host of GM Territory Jim Bowden weighs in on which Giants players are realistically available at the deadline, and which teams should be calling. He also breaks down the Yankees' and Phillies' biggest roster needs, and sounds off on how he would have handled the Rafael Devers situation as a GM. What position does Bowden think is the hardest to address at this year's deadline? Ge...

Friar Territory welcomes in The Athletic's Evan Drellich, who discusses why the pending Padres sale to Kwanza Jones and Jose E. Feliciano hasn't gone through yet and when we should expect it to be finalized.  Evan then breaks down the latest proposal by MLB owners to reduce the domestic draft, cut out high schoolers, and introduce an international draft. How ugly could this dispute get and sh...

Some Mets news to start the show: Francisco Lindor has been activated, and Kodai Senga got the demotion to the bullpen. (Top of show) (04:14) The Giants are open to offers for most of their big ticket names. Who is most likely to get dealt and where? (11:30) Rafael Devers finally spoke on the pinch-runner incident, and he's blaming...the media?! Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at Mack...

Former college baseball pitcher Stephen Schoch (aka Big Donkey) joined FT to hit the atmosphere around the College World Series after the Oklahoma Sooners took the crown. Donkey also cooked on the league proposal to dramatically change the MLB Draft. Hosts: Kratz, Braun To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory . That’s it there’s no catch....

Which teams will be aggressive at the Trade Deadline? FT Senior Insider  Ken Rosenthal joined the show and discussed White Sox potential moves due to their recent success, Braves interest in Tarik Skubal, Joe Ryan/Byron Buxton landing spots and Sandy Alcántara's future with Miami.  Hosts: Kratz, Braun  Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo...

Scotland's Tartan Army invaded Miami's park. (top of show) Can we get more of this? (2:10) The Dodgers are the first team to 50 wins. Are there any issues with this dominating team and why did everyone let them acquire Eric Lauer? (16:03) Brandon Woodruff shined in his first start back from the IL. (17:54) Reds fans won free pizza after ABS confirmed a strikeout! Plus, Ernie Clement is a BIG fan f...

The Phillies’ offense a fun weekend with Bryce Harper hitting for the cycle and Kyle Schwarber smashing balls to the second deck. Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh joins FT and reacts to a historic weekend. Marsh also opens up getting full-time at-bats and about what it would mean to make his first All-Star appearance in Philadelphia. Hosts: Josh Harrison, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun To get your...

FT Insider and USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins FT with the latest on the trade market including Tarik Skubal, Freddy Peralta and Matt Chapman potential moves. He also discusses if the Astros will be aggressive enough at the deadline and why the Red Sox are making a scouting update. Plus, is Mike Trout finally going to participate in the Home Run Derby in his hometown? (23:07) Shane Bieber will b...

Nationals star CJ Abrams hit three homers this weekend after taking some Father’s Day BP in his hotel room! (top of show) Kratz bets others might follow his lead. (2:15) The Pirates dropped a series in Colorado, including a devastating interference call. Can they realistically stay in the race? Bucco Territory host and former Pirate Josh Harrison is guest hosting today with feedback. (13:29)...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks Giants star Rafael Devers refusing a pinch runner in the weekend loss in Miami. (Top of Show) (6:13) The Orioles take 2 of 3 over the Dodgers, but now they need to prove they're actually ascending. (7:22) A door is opening in the AL Central. Can the Tigers walk through it? (9:18) D-backs GM Mike Hazen says they're buying, but a rash of weekend injuries may...

Rays senior advisor of baseball operations Brandon Hyde was a guest on FT and talked about his role with the Rays, what he’s learned since being let go as a manager, and if the Rays offense is sustainable over the course of an entire season. He also talked about the Rays plans at the deadline, and what the process was for him as he built out plans for individual games on the pitching side. H...

This was a great one! Brewers position player prospect Andrew Fischer was on FT to talk about his journey to pro ball, what life looks like inside the Brewers system, if he’s concerned about his strikeout rate, and how minor league baseball compares to the college game. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/FOUL #squ...

Barely two years after being claimed off waivers by the Miami Marlins, Otto López is producing at an All-Star level. The 27-year-old shortstop joined AJ Ramos, Kevin Barral and Isaac Azout on Fish On First , peeling back the curtain on how the Marlins develop hitting, evaluating his defense, sharing what an All-Star selection would mean to him and much more. Get up to $200 off Square hardwa...

Live from the ballpark, Rowdy Tellez joined FT to talk life with his new team, why other clubs passed on him in free agency, the new MLB Draft restrictions proposal, and Jacob Misiorowski's Cy Young-caliber season. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restricti...