Foul Territory

Dirt from the Dugout host and ESPN broadcaster Karl Ravech hopped on FT to talk about his new show, whether college baseball could become the new pipeline replacing MiLB and if the MLB Draft should be in Omaha. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at  BlueChew.com See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Baseball America Editor-in-Chief JJ Cooper joins FT to guide us through the fresh Top 100 prospects update and who could be next to get promoted. (16:03) JJ tells us more about the Marlins pitching development, include Robby Snelling's call to the show. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.com See...

He’s one of the best personalities in baseball. Marlins reliever Tyler Phillips joined us on FT to break down prospect Joe Mack's recent call-up to the big leagues and what fans should expect from the young catcher going forward. Phillips also weighed in on calling pitches from the dugout, offered his take on why save numbers are trending down across the league, and pitched a few creative id...

Banning the infield shift didn't bring base hits back into the game. (top of pod) Is it still a success? (13:13) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins for the Inside Scoop and his thoughts on the Yankees calling up Spencer Jones. Ken also hits his column on the Rays feeling at home at the Trop, touched on the Cubs hot streak and the recovery timetable for Tarik Skubal. Hosts: Whit Merrifield, Erik...

It's one of the most anticipated series of the season. We're previewing Braves-Dodgers. (Top of show) (14:01) The Reds couldn't get out of Chicago fast enough. (15:38) Injury news out of Kansas City: Cole Ragans has been diagnosed with VEO and Carlos Estévez is dealing with a rotator cuff strain. (17:20) The Yankees are calling up outfielder Spencer Jones. We break down what to expect from...

How much chaos is Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm experiencing with this lawsuit against his parents? The Athletic's Charlotte Varnes joined FT to break down the legal proceedings and how much it might be impacting his on-field performance. (15:22) Charlotte also digs into the recent turnaround for Philly and what Don Mattingly has been like as manager. (21:43) Scott and AJ go through the latest...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo debate which surging team is baseball’s hottest: the Cubs, Rays, Braves or other! (Top of show) (5:22) The hosts look ahead to this weekend’s heavyweight series in LA between the Braves and Dodgers. (7:33) The Astros got hit with a devastating injury to Carlos Correa, which headlines this week’s key setbacks. (12:09) Ken an...

Framber Valdez received a six-game suspension for intentionally throwing at Trevor Story and it was later reduced to five. Was that enough? (Top of show) (3:10) The Rays are turning heads again. How sustainable is this run, and do they have what it takes to compete in a loaded AL East? (18:55) Baseball viewership is on the rise! (20:39) Cubs All-Star pitcher Matthew Boyd is headed for knee su...

Former MLB manager Joe Maddon hopped on FT to share his thoughts on how the Dodgers are managing Shohei Ohtani’s usage in this quest for a Cy Young and another title. Maddon also weighs in on the Framber Valdez-Trevor Story situation, where he'd like to see Mike Trout land, Tony Vitello's adjustment to MLB-level play, and the recent wave of manager firings.\ Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz,...

The Orioles have had a meh start to the season. Birdland Territory host Tim Barbalace tells us what the problem is and talks us through Jordan Westburg’s setback. Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.com (20:38) Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson drops intel on the benches-clearing incident started up by Framber Valdez and Trevor Sto...

Astros All-Star Carlos Correa is headed for season-ending surgery after tearing a tendon in his left ankle. (top of show) What's next for Houston? (12:20) Benches cleared in the Red Sox-Tigers game after Framber Valdez hit Trevor Story. Was it intentional? (22:54) Injury updates galore: Reds closer Emilio Pagán, Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff, and Blue Jays SPs Max Scherzer, Shane Bieber,...

Pirates hitting coach Matt Hague joins FT to talk about the strong start to the season. He discussed Oneil Cruz's adjustments at the plate, what it's like coaching Konnor Griffin, and how he handles being a hitting coach in today's data era. Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun We have a show dedicated to the Pirates too --> Bucco Territory Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal stops by to jump into the Tarik Skubal news. He also discussed Philly's improvement since Don Mattingly took over, some extension thoughts on Drake Baldwin and Sal Stewart, and what the Marlins plan to do with Sandy Alcantara. (19:08) Sox Machine writer James Fegan checks in with FT to talk through the thought of the White Sox being a playoff contender. He also brea...

Check out our newest show Dirt from the Dugout with ESPN’s Karl Ravech and Justin Musil! (3:03) AJ and Kratz share their power rankings after the first month of the season. Can you guess which host has the White Sox in his top 10? (15:51) Randal Grichuk signs with the Southsiders. (17:29) Jonah Heim heads to the A's. Small moves that can have an impact. (20:14) Bryce Eldridge is "feeling sex...

Willson Contreras dropped some viral comments after a rough weekend and Tim Healey of the Boston Globe was in the room for it. Was he taking a shot at Alex Cora and another one at the rookies in the lineup? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at  BlueChew.com If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for yo...

The Giants are STRUGGLING right now. SF Chronicle senior reporter  Susan Slusser joins FT to analyze the power outage and the rookie callup they're hoping will change that. Want more Giants coverage? Get the latest from Splash Hit Territory ! (15:34) A rough injury roundup: Ronald Acuña Jr. is dealing with a hamstring strain, Ryan Helsley is on the shelf, Ronnie Mauricio fractured...

A tribute to legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling. RIP (top of show) (8:03) The Yankees optioned shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A instead of calling him up from his rehab assignment. Also, what's going on in with the Orioles? (23:39) Yankees rookie Elmer Rodriguez had two cousins finish 1-2 in the Kentucky Derby. (25:17) Breaking News: 2x Cy Young dude Tarik Skubal is undergoing surgery...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal begins the show remembering the late John Sterling, the longtime Yankees broadcaster. (Top of show) (1:38) Ken begins The Lede discussing how the Orioles and Giants road struggles are fueling their slips away from contention.  (3:32) The Yankees made an obvious choice to option Anthony Volpe to Triple-A. (6:41) There’s a new crop of key names facing inj...

Legendary broadcaster Joe Buck joined Tim and Jeff Kurkjian on Is This A Great Game, Or What? to talk about his enshrinement into Cooperstown, what to expect on ESPN's Jeopardy , and share incredible stories from throughout his baseball career.   Follow the FT Network please :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of the “Holding Kourt” podcast and wife of Justin Turner, Kourtney Turner, joined FT to discuss her husband’s decision to play in a different country and how she’s adapting to him being away. She also goes into how she started her podcast and what the goal of their foundation is. (15:49) As MLB bullpens keep evolving, is the sport devaluing the save stat? Hosts: Pierzy...

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer joined Tim and Jeff Kurkjian on Is This A Great Game, Or What? to share his bold idea for increasing the value of starting pitchers, his touching story about his daughter's letter to the Blue Jays, and Buck Showalter stories. Subscribe to FT on YouTube please :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Mason Miller on pace to be the greatest closer ever? The Athletic’s Jayson Stark breaks down how insane Mason Miller is and where he could rank among all-time closers in MLB history. He also talked about the vibes in Philadelphia after Rob Thomson’s firing. (16:25) The A’s have been a surprising team this year. A’s radio broadcaster Ken Korach discusses what’s work...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets announcing publicly that they are backing manager Carlos Mendoza. Could a change still happen if they continue to struggle? (7:22) Ken also breaks down his article on how the Cubs are scoring more by swinging less. And we ask him if the A’s can sustain this pace, and what’s working well for the Cardinals. (18:35) Let’s go over so...

What is the appropriate age for coaches to assist with stealing signs? (top of show) (5:33) The Mets are backing manager Carlos Mendoza despite their 10-21 start. (20:25) What does the FT Crew expect to happen in the month of May? (30:33) Are the Tigers going to be okay? They're down quite a few starting pitchers. (33:29) The Brewers placed Brandon Woodruff on the IL with shoulder inflammation. (3...

Former MLB GM Jim Bowden had a strong reaction to the firings of Alex Cora and Rob Thomson. He also presented a case for Carlos Mendoza to keep his job, and addressed Craig Breslow's uncertain future.  (16:55) Jim hands out April Awards in MLB. (25:24) The Blue Jays are starting to heat up. Former Blue Jays starting pitcher and Blue Bird Territory co-host Ricky Romero joins FT to recap Trey Y...