Foul Territory

Michael Conforto and Rhys Hoskins have new homes. (Top of show) (2:50) Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks his latest column in The Athletic about the Red Sox. They are banking on Roman Anthony to provide needed pop. (4:40) While the Twins are relieved Joe Ryan has inflammation, they could be troubled by keeping Ryan and Pablo Lopez at the last Trade Deadline. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10...

Mariners All-Star starting pitcher Logan Gilbert discusses expectations after being one game away from the World Series, how the team is preparing to bounce back, and the new pitches he’s working on this season. (14:37) New Mariners outfielder Rob Refsnyder discusses what he’s looking forward to with his new team and his role this season (27:21) Gabe Speier talks about his incredible s...

Brewers President of Baseball Operations Matt Arnold joins the show to take us inside trading players like Freddy Peralta and Caleb Durbin. He also shares his expectations for the club this upcoming season and discusses the possibility of extending some of their young stars. (18:37) The Brewers led MLB in wins last year. Can they repeat a similar run after losing significant assets? (27:36) Acquir...

Happy Monday! We’re live at Brewers camp today. (1:11) Today is Shohei Ohtani’s last day at camp before he leaves for the World Baseball Classic. Will we see him pitch? (14:20) The Yankees had a sewage leak in their clubhouse?! Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount...

Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman joins FT to discuss how he built the club into a destination franchise, the process of signing players like Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz, prospects to watch, recruiting Shohei Ohtani, and what he learned during his time in Tampa. (19:53) After winning back-to-back World Series titles, can the Dodgers do it again? Let’s do a season...

After being traded from the Mets, Brandon Nimmo discusses adjusting to a new team, building a relationship with manager Skip Schumaker, batting leadoff, starting the season in Philadelphia, and his role as a mentor for younger players. (27:23) Jake Burger discusses his experience at camp, incorporating Pilates into his routine with his wife, working with manager Skip Schumaker, and the mission of...

The 2026 FT Spring Training Tour continues today at Rangers camp. Congratulations to Team USA on winning gold in men’s hockey! (3:40) Rhys Hoskins agrees to a minor league contract with the Guardians. That's it? (8:46) Good news for the Twins regarding Joe Ryan’s MRI results. (14:22) Watch out for Tatsuya Imai’s splitter this season. (20:40) Could this be the last season in a Cub...

After coming off a 60-homer season, Cal Raleigh discusses finishing second in MVP voting, how the team can take the next step and what it means to play for Team USA in the WBC. (15:04) Since we’re live at Mariners camp, let’s dive into a full season preview of the team. (20:46) Mitch Garver talks about how his deal with the team came together, what Cal Raleigh means to the clubhouse, t...

After breaking his hamate bone early in Spring Training, D-backs star outfielder Corbin Carroll joins FT from the Playmakers Classic to provide an update on his recovery. He also discusses his relief after Ketel Marte was not traded and how upset he is about missing the WBC. (14:39) Dodgers outfielder Alex Call hits on being traded from the Nationals to the Dodgers, celebrating as a champion, and...

The 2026 FT Spring Training Tour rolls on! We are at Mariners camp today! (2:30) Pablo López will undergo Tommy John surgery and is officially out for the season. (10:05) Did Angels owner Arte Moreno really say that winning is not a top priority? Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/FOUL — using our lin...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins us to discuss the next steps for the MLBPA after naming Bruce Meyer executive director. He also shares his thoughts on the Red Sox heading into the upcoming season, the questions they face, Pat Murphy’s reworked deal, and expectations for the Orioles and Dodgers. (17:06) Jack Harris of the California Post joins us with updates on Yoshinobu Yamamoto&rsquo...

Since we are at Guardians camp, let’s do a season preview for the team. (top of pod) (08:52) Closer Cade Smith reflects on his Hawaii college days, discusses his decision not to play for Team Canada in the WBC and jumping from setup man to closer. He also teases a new walkout song for this season. (23:17) Reliever Hunter Gaddis hits on his approach to bullpen sessions, going from starter to...

Will the A’s find a way to sneak into the playoffs? We roll out our season preview. (6:49) Mark Kotsay joined FT to talk about getting an extension along with some of his players, and how the A’s will adjust to starting stronger this season. He also discussed working with his young players, if Nick Kurtz extension talks have started and who he’s looking forward to seeing blossom...

After winning NL Manager of the Year in back-to-back seasons, Pat Murphy has earned himself a nice new contract. (10:49) Freddie Freeman floated the idea of playing four more years. Will he finish his career in Los Angeles? (15:26) Is Jazz Chisholm Jr. really a 50/50 player? (19:47) Jordan Westburg's elbow injury news arrived and he is dealing with a partial UCL tear. His timeline for a return is...

A’s slugger Brent Rooker talks about some new rules coming up in 2026 and handling fans respectfully on Twitter. He also tells us about his conversations with Mark McGwire, his World Baseball Classic rooting allegiance and the new Sacramento jerseys. (14:39) Contact extraordinaire Jacob Wilson joins the crew to talk about his new extension, hitting .438 in the minors and how Nick Kurtz snagg...

Vinnie Pasquantino sizes up the early days of Spring Training, his contract extension, and his thoughts on the ABS challenge system. (15:10) Jac Caglianone reflects on what draft day was like and missing his days as a pitcher. (30:01) Michael Wacha discusses the strategy of facing teams in camp versus the WBC, who he’s most looking forward to playing with on Team USA, and reflects on his tim...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the MLBPA electing Bruce Meyer as their interim executive director. (Top of show) (8:11) The hosts dish on the Braves starting pitching injury woes. (11:02) Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg’s status is up in the air. (13:46) Grillin’ Ken answers your burning questions, including free agent pitchers, Tony Vitello's comments a...

The FT Spring Training Tour continues at A’s camp today. Look out for those interviews on pods soon! (3.36) Bruce Meyer takes over for the MLBPA. What does this mean for the looming lockout? (19:18) Mike Trout will play center field for the Angels. Is this the right move for him or for the team? (34:30) Jordan Westburg is out for the Orioles but the uncertainty around his injury feels like i...

Astros ace Hunter Brown joins Tyler Stafford and Chandler Rome on Crush City Territory to discuss the start of spring training, his ascension into one of MLB's best starters, his humble beginnings at Wayne State University and why throwing 100 mph isn't something he's necessarily chasing. Subscribe to Crush City Territory on YouTube     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Guardians GM Mike Chernoff talks about the team’s culture, his process for signing free agents as a smaller-market team, how the team dealt with the Emmanuel Clase situation, and José Ramírez’s extension. (19:20) Gavin Williams discusses his breakout 2025 season, watching the success of his former college teammates in the league, and the state of college baseball. (32:55)...

The FT Spring Tour rolls on! We’re LIVE from Guardians camp today. (02:23) The Braves are now down two key starters already in camp. (03:46) New details have surfaced in the investigation into Tony Clark’s resignation as executive director of the MLBPA. What’s next for the union? Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses...

Bobby Witt Jr. discusses going from bench player to starter for the upcoming WBC and how excited he is to represent Team USA. He also shares his thoughts on the fences moving in at Kauffman Stadium and what he has been working on this offseason. (15:37) Closer Carlos Estévez hypes his WBC time looming with the Dominican Republic and shares several spicy stories from throughout his career. (...

Former big league manager Buck Showalter is back to dissect the recent rash of injuries during Spring Training and the importance of rest for players. He also offers his perspective on the dramatic situations for both Nick Castellanos and Bryce Harper with the Phillies, along with Brian Cashman’s remarks about the Yankees’ roster being championship-caliber. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik K...

We’re LIVE at Royals camp to kick off FT’s 2026 Spring Training tour! (01:32) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins us for more intel on Tony Clark’s resignation as MLBPA executive director and what’s next for the union. (17:46) Aaron Judge seemed frustrated by the Yankees’ relatively quiet start to their offseason. Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when th...

He is the newest co-host of Friar Territory . Darren Smith joins FT to discuss the Nick Castellanos addition and how he will impact the team. He also discusses AJ Preller’s extension and chimes in with an update on the sale of the team. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Tricia Whitaker Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at htt...