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13-year MLB pitcher Kyle Gibson just announced his retirement. We ask him about the decision and he eventually gets into the turbulent period when he was released right after the Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde. Nhat new skill does Kyle want to learn in his free time? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL a...

It's a FIRE SALE in Minneapolis. Former Twins GM Thad Levine reacts to some of his acquisitions departing. Thad also explains his perspective on how execs approach the trade deadline and we ask him about being hamstrung by ownership when he was in the front office. Disclaimer: this conversation happened on trade deadline day before all of the Twins trades had been completed. Hosts: AJ, EK, SB Supp...

How did the Astros bring back Carlos Correa for their postseason chase and to potentially end his career there? Crush City Territory host Chandler Rome is all over the deal. He explains how it came to fruition and whether moving to third base will benefit Carlos.  Plus, Chandler elaborates on why Jim Crane is the most aggressive owner in MLB and how important Jesús Sánchez will be for Houston. Hos...

It’s the post-deadline hangover show! We share our takeaways from yesterday’s chaos, including AJ Preller’s massive moves and all of the prospect shuffling. (Top of Show) (12:26) Luis Robert Jr. might get some money in free agency. (15:11) Pirates GM Ben Cherington really likes drools for Yankees prospects but it's not working. (17:57) We react to press conference quotes from Cubs GM Jed Hoyer. Fa...

Boston Globe columnist Pete Abraham is just as puzzled as everyone else about Boston's lack of moves. Does the new front office understand the importance of the trade deadline? Pete also drops his instant reaction to Boston getting Dustin May. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (8:37) Former Phillies GM Rubén Amaro Jr. talks about the impa...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to today’s Trade Deadline, beginning with the top story: the Padres activity. (Top of show) (3:22) Carlos Correa is a Houston Astro again, and more on the Twins fire-sale. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (6:20) Ken says "hats off" to the Yankees deadline activity. (7:58) The host...

We sorted through our 6-hour live show to dish as much of the relevant conversations from today about trades as they were happening. We’ll also release our interviews in the AM. (2:07) Harrison Bader moves from the Twins to the Phillies. Kratz shares how Philadelphia fans feel about the recent transactions.  Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark V...

What will the Padres do? Friar Territory host Kyle Glaser shares what San Diego needs and reveals limiting factors affecting the front office. He also gives us an update on Michael King and answers whether the Padres are willing to trade Robert Suárez. Additionally, Kyle analyzes San Diego's excellent performance lately and looks big picture at the state of the NL West. Get 20% off your first Slab...

Snakes Territory hosts Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers arrive for a special live show to cover the Diamondbacks swinging a late-night trade, sending Eugenio Suárez back to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for three prospects: first baseman Tyler Locklear, right-hander Juan Burgos and right-hander Hunter Cranton. ST discusses the mechanical change that Locklear made earlier this season that might'v...

Bonus FT at night! Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal brings us the Inside Scoop on NL East foes bolstering their bullpens: the Phillies acquiring Jhoan Durán and the Mets trading for Ryan Helsley and Tyler Rogers. (Top of Show) (11:30) Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper details the prospect return for the Twins in the deal with Philly. (16:43) SNY Insider Andy Martino stops by to talk about the...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal dishes more trade deadline updates, including whether the Angels will buy more after their trade for relievers today. He also discusses how active Houston will be, what the Giants will do and whether the D'Backs will unload the rest of their short-term assets. Plus, Ken discusses the Yankees' acquisitions and the battle between the Mets and Phillies for talent. *Dis...

BREAKING NEWS: The Pirates trade Ke'Bryan Hayes to the Reds. Why did the Reds take on all of that money?? (Top of show) (15:10) Happy Trade Deadline Eve! Front offices are not as aggressive as they used to be. (26:21) Austin Slater is moving from the White Sox to the Yankees for platoon things. Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to yo...

How does the investigation into Emmanuel Clase affect the Guardians? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal explores the trade possibilities for Steven Kwan and the Rays' trade of Danny Jansen to the Brewers. Ken also covers four teams that haven't decided on their deadline motives and why the Pirates are contemplating longer term assets. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 ext...

Will Chris Paddack shine with the Tigers? The Athletic Twins reporter Aaron Gleeman joins us to digest that trade and then we get into other potential moves for Minnesota. Gleeman also discusses how the ownership situation impacts the front office this deadline. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VP...

Two days until the trade deadline and we're waiting for BIG action. We start by discussing if the White Sox will pick up a $20mil player option for Luis Robert Jr. if they somehow don't trade him. (Top of Show) (4:38) The Brewers acquired Danny Jansen from the Rays. Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #super...

Injury expert Will Carroll cautions that Aaron Judge's elbow injury might be worse news than you think. He dives into the details and then we ask about Giancarlo Stanton heading back to the outfield. Will also covers arm injury woes for the Braves and Dodgers, which spins into the pitching arm crisis debate and what MLB should do about it.  Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to...

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden examines the impact of the Emmanuel Clase investigation news on the trade market and it kicks off a conversation about other relievers on the move. We cover A LOT of teams and players in this one. JB also predicts the trade chaos timetable, how aggressive Seattle will be, and how many impact starters will move.  Plus, Jim explains recent moves by the Royals to buy and how...

It's Trade Deadline week! Tune in for our 5-hour marathon coverage on Thursday: Foul Territory Youtube Channel (3:36) BREAKING NEWS: Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave as part of MLB's sports-betting investigation. Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod...

Ken Rosenthal breaks down the latest swirling around Thursday’s Trade Deadline, including the Royals extending Seth Lugo and taking him off the board. (Top of Show)  (1:45) Ken follows up on his weekend report that the D'backs could trade both Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly if the price is right. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (3:10...

A's All-Star Brent Rooker takes us inside his All-Star madness, including lack of communication with the Home Run Derby tiebreaker and the swing-off success in the All-Star game. We also ask Rook if there's any chance he gets traded and what it's been like playing for the Sacramento A's while waiting for the Las Vegas move. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.co...

The Angels outfielder wishes he learned a very important practice with swing reps long ago. He talks BP routine, the key to avoiding injuries, and meeting his idol, Joey Votto. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Kevin Pillar, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Days after departing from the Braves, Jesse Chavez announces his retirement live on Foul Territory. Jesse shares secrets behind his unlikely Big League journey and adjusting his approach to pitching as his velocity dwindled.  Jesse also talks about his greatest baseball moments and a next career he has in mind. DON'T MISS the end of this convo when Jesse gets a pop quiz to list all of the teams he...

Josh Naylor is gone from AZ.  Snakes Territory host Jesse Friedman tells us who else is on the trade block. Also, he drops his take on whether Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen will both be dealt, and why moving Lourdes Gurriel could get them some serious cash. (12:14) Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski joins us for a look at the Ryan McMahon deal for the Yankees and what else they're looking t...

The Mets picked up reliever Gregory Soto. What's next? Are the Diamondbacks officially BIG sellers? What else will the Mariners do? Our FT Senior Insider drops the latest intel. Ken also covers the Orioles selling process, the Padres buying/selling with their current financial restrictions and why he denounced the Yanks over praising the Blue Jays. (15:49) Then it's Tiger Territory host Cody Stave...

It's all happening. Let the trade madness begin. The Orioles deal Gregory Soto to the Mets right before we started up. (Top of Show) (12:33) Breaking news during FT: Ryan McMahon moves from Colorado to the Bronx. (29:03) Josh Naylor to the Mariners is the start of the D'backs selling many assets. How clutch was this move for the M's? Have ya heard?! FoulTerritoryShop.com has MANY new items :) (37:...