Foul Territory

Adam Ottavino's FT hosting debut! BIG top of the show: Toddfather linked up with the Savannah Bananas, we had a Bark In The Park Night debate, and our guys dished out advice on getting into the media world. (Top Of Show)  (8:29) Tigers ace Tarik Skubal makes his LONG-AWAITED return Saturday against the Guardians. Is this the spark the Tigers need? Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you s...

Former manager Buck Showalter joined FT to share his thoughts on dealing with comebacks and blown leads, and balancing individual goals vs. team goals. He also spoke on Tarik Skubal's impending return, the situation in Baltimore with Samuel Basallo and Craig Albernaz, plus college baseball ejections. (34:22)  Mets'd Up host Marc Luino was a guest on FT and talked about the inconsistent season...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the White Sox sitting atop the AL Central (Top of show). (4:35) On the other side of Chicago, the Cubs slide back to .500. Will it stop there? (8:05) Ken and Alanna discuss if the Giants can use Wednesday's STUNNING walk-off as a catalyst for a surge. (11:14) The hosts answer your live Grillin' Ken questions, including if pitchers can pr...

The Knicks weren't the only historical comeback on Wednesday. The Giants made some history of their win, and the Pirates had a big come-from-behind win as well. (6:48) Shohei Ohtani's ERA is over 1.00 for the first time this season. How would you grade his outing against the Pirates? (11:02) Tarik Skubal is set to return on Saturday for the Tigers . Is it too late for Detroit to turn things around...

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The White Sox are a vibe now. CSN reporter Chuck Garfien has the scoop, including why Miguel Vargas deserves to be an AL All-Star starter and if the Sox will pull the trigger at the deadline. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/FOUL #squarepod (18:52) Former major league pitcher and  Fish On First host AJ Ramos joins FT to talk about what unique strategies Mar...

Fun Fact: Erik Kratz is a high school baseball coach and he's got a big week ahead. (Top of Show)  (3:03) This is why we love baseball. White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery hit a walk-off home run in his MLB debut against the Braves. Do the White Sox have a chance to make the playoffs in a weak AL? (19:53) We have a medical update on Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas and Ronald Acuña Jr. h...

We don't just list the top 10 but also look back from a month ago to see what changed in the MLB Power Rankings. (13:07) Bucco Territory host Noah Hiles joined FT to break down the Pirates' impressive run and whether the pitching staff, especially the bullpen, is good enough to keep them in the race. He also weighed in on Oneil Cruz's All-Star case, Paul Skenes' ability to elevate his game against...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal chimed in with thoughts on the Blue Jays, Cubs, and Pirates planning their trade deadline. He also touched on the historically bad Astros outfield, the chaos of the first game played in Las Vegas, and the chances of Byron Buxton being moved before the deadline. (23:30) Some MLB organizations are more injury-prone than others. Who are the top three, and is it a syste...

What's the hardest thing to do in sports? (top of show) Shout out to a vet big leaguer for making it back to the show. (2:01) It was absolute MADNESS in Vegas as the A’s began their series vs the Brewers in Sin City. (16:45) Josh Naylor hit a grand slam on Monday to lead the Mariners to a win. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/ FOUL . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is no...

Phillies relief pitcher Brad Keller called in to FT to talk about his first year in Philadelphia, the intensity of the fanbase, and the mental difference of starting v. relieving. Keller also shares his experience throwing to JT Realmuto, what makes Kyle Schwarber's clubhouse presence so special, and just how impressive Cristopher Sánchez has been. Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Sco...

FT Front Office Insider Jim Duquette joins us to break down the Orioles rollercoaster ride. He also weighs in on whether the Mets can recover from their first-half struggles and what he expects the team to do at the trade deadline. Plus, Duquette discusses the latest on Tarik Skubal's return from the IL after his first rehab start. Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun Use our code fo...

Tarik Skubal made his first rehab start, and Randy Arozarena wrote a note to some fans who have been chirping at him. (Top of show) (5:24) The Red Sox are dead last in the AL East after a weekend series vs the Yankees. Will they be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline? Do any of the teams under .500 have a chance to make a playoff run? (17:52) Max Kepler has signed with the D'backs as he n...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal recaps the weekend, starting with Tigers ace Tarik Skubal beginning his rehab assignment at High-A. (2:13) The Cubs drop a series and add another arm to the IL. (3:43) The Braves and Cardinals keep rolling. (8:42) Get your popcorn ready! Paul Skenes faces the Dodgers on Tuesday. (10:58) Inside Dish: the relationship between former Red Sox manager Alex Cora and the...

Legendary baseball manager and 2-time World Series champion Dusty Baker joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on this special episode of Dirt From The Dugout (subscribe to their new show!). Dusty opens up on his life and career in baseball, sharing stories about the most impactful people and moments along the way. Subscribe to FT on YouTube please :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Maury Brown from Forbes stops by! The lockout is looming and the war of words is already getting nasty. Maury explains why this one feels different, how Bruce Meyer's elevation to MLBPA interim chief changes the dynamic for players, what a salary cap world actually looks like for the Dodgers, Yankees, and Mets, and where expansion fits into all of this. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Brau...

He's back in the Bigs. Angels starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez discusses what his rehab process has been like, how new pitching coach Mike Maddux has been a total game-changer, his thoughts on the baseball consistency issue, and what it's been like sharing a clubhouse with Mike Trout. (19:29) Twins pitcher Pablo López joins  Twin Cities Territory with Dan Hayes and Zach Pierce. L&oac...

Former Phillies general manager and current Brewers executive Matt Klentak joined The Phillies Show this week to tell the story behind the trade that brought Cristopher Sánchez to Philadelphia. Klentak also reveals how the Phillies signed Zack Wheeler, acquired J.T. Realmuto, and more! Follow the FT Network please :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dodger legend Orel Hershiser hopped on Dodgers Territory to share his assessment of the team up to this point, the growth of Roki Sasaki in his second year in the big leagues, and to drop his perspective of the proposed salary cap. Got FT Merch? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time AL All-Star Zack Britton joins Birdland Territory to talk about transitioning to a closer, what made his sinker so special, & why he never took the mound during the infamous '16 Wild Card game. Subscribe to FT on YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the latest news on Aaron Judge’s injury, what a potential 2027 work stoppage actually means for this year’s trade deadline, San Diego's deadline approach, the Michael Conforto comeback story and more notes. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s D...

Two awesome storylines yesterday: PCA went from zero to hero for the Cubs, and Carmen Mlodzinski silenced the noise with his first save after all that restricted list drama. (Top of Show) (2:30) Tough news for Aaron Judge and the Yankees. He has a stress fracture in his rib and is out indefinitely. (10:35) Twins starter Bailey Ober filed a complaint alleging that poorly rubbed baseballs are what c...

Three-time World Series champion and Dodgers 3B Max Muncy returns to the show! He discusses Shohei Ohtani's MVP-level and Cy Young-type season, the underrated Andy Pages, conversations with new teammate Eric Lauer, and Dalton Rushing's early-season controversies. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski & Scott Braun (20:27) Dodgers catcher Will Smith joins Dodgers Territory to discuss Roki Sasaki's growth, the A...

Do the Rangers need to keep rolling with a small ball strategy? Dallas Morning News writer  Evan Grant joined FT to discuss the latest news with the team, including a breakout season for Ezequiel Durán and how the team should approach the trade deadline. (21:08) NY Times Best Selling author Tim Brown linked up with FT to promote his book "Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Origina...

Tension continues to build. ESPN's Jesse Rogers breaks down the latest on the MLB salary cap battle and reacts to Commissioner Rob Manfred's latest comments admitting he fears the CBA negotiations could end in a lockout. Hosts: Pierzynski, Braun One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod See omnystudio.com/listen...