Foul Territory

FT insider Bob Nightengale breaks down his article on Joe Espada’s future following Dana Brown's departure. Bob also shares his thoughts on the Ketel Marte situation. (15:59) How can someone the size of Giancarlo Stanton keep getting hurt like this? The Athletic's Brendan Kuty dissects Stanton's potential season-ending calf injury and whether we'll see him play baseball again. Kuty also cove...

AJ is back from an epic golf tour. (Top of show) We have some breaking news right after that! (3:11) The Astros fired General Manager Dana Brown. With Houston tied for first place in the AL West, is this seriously the time to make that move? (16:04) The White Sox walked off the Mets not once, but twice in their series.  (17:35) Rafael Devers says he has "no regrets" about how things ended in...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Astros parting ways with Dana Brown. (top of show) (5:23) The Phillies' win streak is alive after an improbable comeback on Sunday. (9:12) The Dodgers' pitchers are getting healthy. Shohei Ohtani, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Tarik Skubal are readying for a stretch run. (11:40) Inside Dish unpacks the chaotic AL Wild Card pictu...

It's a story full of ups and downs. Two-time World Series champion Scott Spiezio hit the biggest home run in Angels franchise history, a three-run shot that sparked a comeback from a 5-0 deficit in Game 6 of the 2002 World Series. Spiezio joined Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and Sam Blum of The Athletic to tell the story of how he overcame an 11-year addiction to alcohol and drugs that led t...

Which first baseman is best at receiving throws? Hint: you'll be hearing from him very soon... (12:08) Turns out the hint wasn't subtle…it's Alec Burleson. He joins FT to explain why he's the best in the league at receiving throws, how he keeps sharpening that skill at first base, and what conversations actually sound like when a guy reaches the bag mid-game. He also gets into the current s...

Dodgers third baseman and 2026 All-Star Max Muncy joins Dodgers Territory to break down the club's reset after the Rockies series and what's fueled his resurgent, healthy season. He also opens up on his defensive transformation at third base and the franchise's all-time postseason home run record he now holds. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory...

Fresh off his 500th career appearance, Astros closer Josh Hader joins FT to discuss the mentality in the clubhouse as the team fights for a tight AL playoff spot. He talks about returning to the minors for a rehab assignment after years in the majors, and how much better minor leaguers have it now compared to nine years ago. He also breaks down the Astros bullpen's turnaround in the second half of...

The AL playoff race continues to confuse us, so we brought in The Bandwagon's Zach Crizer to sort through the chaos. He dives into which teams are surprisingly still in the mix, the muddled AL West, and whether a team will make the playoffs under .500. Crizer also breaks down the impact Twins prospect Walker Jenkins could have on their playoff push, and what the Tigers, Guardians and Mariners stil...

Tigers rookie outfielder Brett Callahan takes us inside his MLB debut, including the first-pitch RBI triple that made him just the third player since 1988 to pull that off in his first at-bat. He also talks about his path from Delaware to Saint Joseph's and the scramble to get his family to Detroit in time for the big moment. Wait until you hear about how his dad missed his flight! Hosts: Kevin Pi...

New crew today! Katie Woo and first-time guest host Josh Reddick are pinch hitting with Kratz, and to start the show we're giving some love to Jacob deGrom on reaching 2,000 strikeouts. (02:00) This Ketel Marte story is all over the place. He's now on the 10-day IL and expected to rejoin the team later this year. (14:26) Tommy Pham had some words to say about outfielders playing the game less team...

The Athletic's Melody Gutierrez breaks down the investigations involving Dodgers majority owner Mark Walter and explains what they could mean for the team. Gutierrez also discusses whether Walter's recent sale of the Lakers signals anything about his Dodgers ownership status, how the situation could impact the team's future spending, and why Shohei Ohtani's key-man clause has suddenly become a sto...

Katie Woo and Tim Kurkjian are pinch hitting for Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo, diving into Edwin Díaz landing back on the IL and what it means for the Dodgers' bullpen down the stretch. (5:19) The Ketel Marte situation in Arizona takes another turn as the Diamondbacks place him on the restricted list. (11:11) Looking ahead to Rangers-Nationals, Tim weighs in on Jacob...

Pete Alonso ignited controversy during the Orioles - Yankees game Wednesday night when his potential go-ahead home run was ruled foul. (Top of show) Should MLB's technology be under more scrutiny? (19:22) Max Muncy surpassed 400 plate appearances, triggering a quirky contract incentive. (20:59) Willson Contreras got into it with a fan...over a dinner invitation? (22:44) Will Ketel Marte return to...

Legendary MLB manager Joe Maddon weighs in on what's going on with Kyle Tucker and what the Dodgers should do to help him reset. Maddon also gives his thoughts on how he would've handled the Ketel Marte no-show. Plus, Joe breaks down why Cal Raleigh and Paul Skenes' season numbers are way down from last year, Anthony Volpe's demotion to Triple-A, how Aaron Boone is managing the shortstop position,...

The Phillies Show host Jim Salisbury has the latest on how the new defensive shuffle experiment is going. He explains how the refreshed alignment has impacted the seasons of Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott, and Alec Bohm. Jim also dives into whether the bullpen is playoff material, Andrew Painter's return to the mound, and whether Kyle Schwarber is a lock for the Hall of Fame. See how K12 Powered Schoo...

Mets first baseman Jorge Polanco is set to undergo season-ending surgery. Just an absolute disaster of a signing for New York. (Top of Show) Where would they be with Pete Alonso right now? (3:49) One of the biggest blowout wins you'll ever see: the Brewers dropped 22 on the Mariners and didn't allow a single run. No, that is not a typo. (15:02) The Blue Jays have been on a roll and now find themse...

Kyle Tucker looks lost right now, and it’s becoming increasingly difficult for the Dodgers to ignore. Former MLB outfielder Kevin Pillar weighs in on Tucker’s struggles. (18:37) Let's hear Kratz and KP's (very) current power rankings! Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL See how K12 Powered Scho...

What's the latest on Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton working their way back?  Erik Boland of Newsday details the injuries that have plagued the Yankees roster, including Max Fried heading back to the IL. Boland also highlights the success George Lombard Jr. has had since being called up. (13:31) Birdland Territory host Tim Barbalace discusses the Orioles late turnaround and the incredible t...

The Padres officially have new owners. We give that some time at the top of the show. (2:26) Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic game was the cherry on top of an electric start to the Crosstown Classic in Chicago. (11:24) Sam Antonacci has tied the White Sox franchise record for hit-by-pitches. Was last night's HBP legal? Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at FOXOne.com (20:03) CJ Abrams is feel...

Sox Machine host Jim Margalus dives into the surprising 2026 for the White Sox. Jim explores the club's offensive player development, the questions still lingering around the pitching staff, and what it'll take to keep the momentum going into October. With a crosstown series against the Cubs on deck, is this the real test of whether the White Sox have what it takes for a real run? (17:58) Twins Ci...

Which MLB manager jobs are in their players' hands down the stretch, and who's earned the right to stay at the helm long-term? Bob Nightengale's latest article puts managers on the hot seat as the playoff race heats up. (14:01) The Pirates are giving Paul Skenes extra rest during the toughest stretch of his young career and a noticeable dip in velocity. Just a rough patch, or genuine cause for con...

Former All-Star pitcher AJ Ramos is back on FT! What does he think about that historic Joshua Báez debut? (Top of show) (9:06) Baseball America's JJ Cooper breaks down what's next for the Cardinals rookie. (10:58) The Brewers took the season series over the Dodgers . Can that momentum carry into the postseason? Plus, what's going on with Kyle Tucker? (22:12) The AL Wild Card race is officia...

Fair Territory host Alanna Rizzo welcomes ESPN's Jesse Rogers to discuss rookie Joshua Báez's incredible debut over the weekend. (Top of show) (3:57) The Brewers take the season series over the Dodgers. (7:54) The Orioles are surging in the AL Wild Card race. (12:28) Alanna and Jesse preview the crosstown rivalry between the White Sox and Cubs. (18:07) The Mariners took 2 of 3 in Houston bu...

Starter, middle reliever, closer, you name it. Kyle Hart has done it all for the Padres. He joined  Friar Territory to discuss his do-it-all role, his long road back to the Majors, and how his manager helped him through a dark stretch as AJ Preller's special assistant. Kyle also opened up on his friendship with Phillies star Kyle Schwarber, the tight-knit Padres bullpen, and his takes on the...

The sudden sale of the Lakers has raised questions about whether Mark Walter will shop the Dodgers next. The Athletic's Sam Blum joined FT to break down the Lakers sale and what it means for Shohei Ohtani's "key man" clause in his contract. (16:14) Scooters are all the rage. MLB players love them, but teams wish they wouldn't. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Jason Kipnis, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first...