Foul Territory

Alanna Rizzo and guest-host, ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian discuss the Milwaukee Brewers as baseball’s hottest team.  The San Diego Padres took the weekend series over the Boston Red Sox and are built for October.  Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscrib...

Where in the world was AJ this weekend? He learned on his travels that Jhoan Duran is helping the Phillies A LOT. (2:35) Milwaukee deserves a thank-you card from Philadelphia after they swept the Mets. We review what's working for the Brew Crew – pocket pancakes and all – and what isn't for New York.  Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (18...

Toronto’s offense is having a banger year. Can they carry this into October success? Do pitchers fear power or contact more in in the postseason? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (8:42) Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams joins after a stellar (near no-hitter) performance against the Mets. How surprised was he that manager Ste...

Rob Friedman aka Pitching Ninja dishes out the nastiest pitches he's seen this season and what rookie pitchers have surprised him. He also covers Roki Sasaki making tweaks during his rehab and Jesus Luzardo tipping pitches earlier this season. What does Pitching Ninja think of Max Fried’s downturn? How much will things change for the Padres with the return of Michael King? Plus, Pitching Ninja del...

Did Baltimore’s performance factor into the surgery decision for Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez? He details the injury and timetable for a return. Grayson also discusses the direction of the Orioles after players were dealt away during the deadline. Plus, Grayson answers who the new team leader is and his favorite pastime during the offseason. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Cameron Maybin, Scott...

The Syracuse Mets are renaming the team and are having a community contest. Name ideas, anyone? (2:40) Then, new Milwaukee Brewer Andrew Vaughn joins FT to take us through his journey from minor leaguer in the White Sox organization this year all the way up to a star performer on the team holding the best record in baseball. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.c...

Are the Mets okay? The Athletic Senior Writer Tim Britton reveals the Mets' weaknesses and how opponents exploit their flaws. He also discusses Pete Alonso's slump, Juan Soto's issues with runners on base and the plan for Frankie Montas.  Does Hitting Coach Eric Chavez deserve heat? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Host: Trevor May & Scott Brau...

Alanna Rizzo and guest host Fansided Insider Robert Murray discuss why the Red Sox extending Roman Anthony made sense for both sides. (Top of show) (4:28) The Brewers are baseball’s first 70-win team. Are they peaking too early? Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL . (7:09) The Mariners deadline acquisitions are fitting in well. Th...

It’s Trevor May Day! We open with this question: Are relievers like Trevor the most important position in baseball?  (3:58) Mariners sweep the White Sox and walk it off last night, but there’s some worry about Josh Naylor’s shoulder. We discuss Seattle’s game changers, including new faces, and check on competitive AL races.  Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home,...

Kevin Pillar, Cam & SB lay out their new top ten team power rankings. Be nice :) (11:08) Then we offer options for an MLB special event in Canada for the Blue Jays and offer other unique locations in the U.S. to host a game. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Cameron Maybin, Scott Braun Earn points on rent and aro...

Shohei Ohtani is doing it again. We ask LA Times beat writer Jack Harris if fans appreciate Ohtani's insane talent and if there's an element of complacency for LA in the regular season. Harris also covers the question about the best position for Mookie Betts, Rōki Sasaki's recovery timeline and the importance of Max Muncy's return. Additionally, Jack shares who the Dodgers hope to have in their po...

Welcome back Kevin Pillar! And a shoutout to Jen Pawol, who will be the first female umpire in a regular season MLB game. (4:10) The San Diego Padres are coming in hot after a comeback W. We review all of the recent acquisitions that are helping them close the NL West gap. Who is best in the regular season and playoffs, Dodgers or Pads?  For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing....

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden reacts to Roman Anthony’s extension and shares how much the Red Sox won with this deal.  We also ask if Jed Hoyer should still deal with the Nationals after Mike Soroka’s injury and how a change of scenery can help players thrive. Plus, Jim answers if the Yankees will make the playoffs or not. Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your fi...

Section 10 podcast host Jared Carrabis gives his instant reaction to Roman Anthony's new contract with the Red Sox. What has impressed him the most about the Roman era? Jared also has updated feelings about the Rafael Devers trade and Craig Breslow as a GM.  Plus, Carrabis addresses Boston not landing a starting pitcher at the trade deadline with a better track record and whether Red Sox greatness...

Kipnis is back! We immediately hit BREAKING NEWS: Roman Anthony and the Red Sox agreeing to an eight-year, $130 million contract extension. (top of show) (15:35) Mariners trade acquisitions are working out as Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez hit homers in the same game. AJ wonders if the Yankees are in serious trouble. Kip says what he would do if he were manager Aaron Boone...is there much? Go to G...

Marlins Insider Craig Mish dishes on what's been working for Miami and why Sandy Alcántara didn't get traded. Can Miami really make a run and will they break up parts of this band after the season? Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL . (14:33) Toddfather and Cam share their trade likes and dislikes. Cam also played with Carlos Cor...

Newsday Yankees beat writer Erik Boland dissects the top-to-bottom issues plaguing the Bronx Bombers right now. What is the clubhouse vibe during this downfall and why did the team option new addition Jake Bird so quickly? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Cameron Maybin, Scott Braun For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Toddfather is back from Home Run Derby X. How did it go?? (Top of show) Is Cam going to join him next time? (4:11) The Brewers grow their NL Central lead but is that roster built for October? And the Cubs already lost their only starting pitcher add. (16:37) Pittsburgh should let Tommy Pham fly away to contender land. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use cod...

New Padres flamethrower Mason Miller takes us through the journey of being traded from Sacramento to San Diego, including how surprised he was at his destination and whether he said goodbye to his teammates. He also talks about what his role will be for manager Mike Schmidt. Was the A’s mound in Sacramento that bad? Plus, Mason discusses moving teams with JP Sears and being a part of the Padres/Do...

Sportsnet columnist Shi Davidi grades Toronto’s trade deadline and if the Blue Jays should have picked up a high-leverage reliever. What do they expect from Shane Bieber? Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL (17:59) The visuals were sick, the rain was annoying and the food situation was absurd at the Bristol Motor Speedway Classic....

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses the cooling Blue Jays, floundering Yankees and the surging Red Sox in the AL East. (Top of show) For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (4:46) The NL Wild Card picture is pretty clear, but Ken says to prepare for unfolding drama in the division races. (10:41) Inside Dish unpacks how Ken covers the Trade Dea...

Lance Lynn is back in the FT building! He and AJ’s White Sox passed last year's win column and they both attempt to name any Twins reliever.  (3:36) Are the Marlins good? We react to Miami sweeping the Yankees and Bronx BOMBING. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (15:29) Jhoan Duran had an ELECTRIC entrance for his Phillies debut.  Earn points on...

West Sacramento Athletics rookie slugger Nick Kurtz recaps his historic six-hit four homer performance and the adjustments he’s making to become an instant star. Would Kurtz participate in the Home Run Derby next year? What does this big bopper do for fun? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Guest request? Let us know. DM FT on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Why did the White Sox hold Luis Robert Jr. and announce that they're picking up his club option? USA Today Insider Bob Nightengale chimes in and then we gets to his winners/losers column. We hit a ton of the active teams at the trade deadline and the ones that came up short. Bob also tells us why the Twins really sold away almost half of their Big League club. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Sco...

9-year MLB pitcher Daniel Bard joins after announcing his retirement. He reveals what went into that decision and if there was a moment when he knew it was time. Daniel also shares his incredibly unique story full of ups and downs, which included a battle with the yips. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL an...