Foul Territory

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...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down his latest column on the front-runners for Tarik Skubal, then previews the trade deadline outlook for the Braves, Blue Jays, Mariners, Yankees, and Pirates. Ken also shares his thoughts on the new MLB draft proposal and weighs in on Jacob Misirowski's dominant stretch. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get up to $200 off Square hardware when y...

Former Home Run Derby Champion Toddfather weighs in on the new rule changes to the upcoming Derby. (Top of Show) Will it be a smoother entertainment experience? (5:02) A detail that slid under the radar in the latest MLB CBA proposal: trading draft picks! (22:07) Tough news as Mike Trout is headed to the IL with a hamstring injury. Plus, Phillies outfielder Adolis García's season is ov...

The Giants could trade one of their expensive names. Is Matt Chapman most likely to be dealt? (04:55) Aroldis Chapman is all but gone before the deadline, but there is a question as to whether he needs to be a closer to have the most success. (06:37) Will the Angels trade Reid Detmers while his stock is soaring? (09:39) District Territory co-host Spencer Nusbaum joined FT to talk about the Nationa...

Cardinals manager Oli Marmol brought his bench coach Daniel Descalso on FT, and they talked about the Cardinals early success, Jordan Walker’s transformation, and why the pitching has been so strong lately. They also touched on JJ Wetherholt’s rookie year, and what exactly “The Cardinal Way” means. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/FOUL #s...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo take an early look at MLB trade deadline landscape, breaking down potential buyers and sellers across both leagues, including the Giants, Phillies, Diamondbacks, Tigers, Orioles, and more. (8:41) The Yankees continue to widen their AL East lead despite injuries to Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Max Fried, and Trent Grisham. (12:35) Grillin&rsquo...

Players-only episode of FT! AJ and Kratz running point today! (Top of Show) (2:37) There are new rules in the Home Run Derby that eliminate the clock. Is this cool again and what else can they do to improve the derby? (14:14) Matt Olson had to play right field for the first time in a while, but don’t get used to it. (15:51) Are the Yankees the team to beat in the AL East? They're on a heater...

Yankees beat reporter Gary Phillips (New York Daily News) joined us to break down the latest from the Bronx. He hits on trade deadline plans, Anthony Volpe's future with the team, José Caballero's pitch clock beef with MLB, and Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s poor ABS challenge record. (16:51) After Gary, AJ and Kratz weigh in on José Caballero pitch clock routine that is causing a stir. Hosts:...

ESPN's Jeff Passan joined FT to run through his list of names likely to move at the deadline and we asked him how team like the White Sox, Angels, Padres, and Brewers will approach it. Passan also dives into why this deadline reminds him of 1994 and his thoughts on a potential MLB lockout. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at  sq...

Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber was at 1st base for the first time since 2021. (Top of Show) He dispelled a famous saying. (4:24) The Mariners are going to a rotating piggyback rotation. Will they regret it? Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at  square.com/go/FOUL #squarepod (17:15) Cubs closer Daniel Palencia hit the IL for the second time. Is the World Baseball Classic to blame...

Free agent outfielder Tommy Pham joins FT just days after opting out of his deal with the Orioles. He explains how a season with no real spring training threw off his timing, and why he still believes he can help a contender right now. Pham also sounds off on MLB roster construction under the current CBA and whether handing young players longer leashes is quietly costing teams wins. Plus, as a for...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal has the latest on the Giants testing the trade market with some of their bigger names. He also breaks down the Phillies' outfield issues, what the Padres' lack of hitting means for their deadline expectations, and Ken weighs in on whether Chaim Bloom deserves more recognition for his work. Is it finally time for the White Sox to make a move at the deadline, or would...

Injuries suck is a frequent segment on the show but let's highlight some big names returning today. (Top of show) We list a few and then get to more roster notes later on. (02:26) Good Padres and Cardinals talk here. The Padres couldn't generate a single run against the Dustin May on Monday night. Was it the Padres' lack of offense, or May's dominant outing that contributed more to the result? (14...

Three-time World Series champion Jeremy Affeldt shares his thoughts on the Giants' disappointing season, why Buster Posey went into the year without solidifying the bullpen, and how the Rafael Devers trade looks one year later. He also weighs in on Kyle Harrison's dominance with the Brewers and his book, Built for the Storm .   Part II of this conversation is a deep dive into the immense stru...