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Mayday! host Trevor May runs through the big news from the All-Star break. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred spoke about the possibility of a salary cap. The MLB Draft had some surprising picks. Cal Raleigh won the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game was a thriller.  Trevor also looks back at his predictions from before the 2025 season. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45...

Foul Territory Network hosts Alanna Rizzo ( Dodgers Territory ), Kyle Glaser ( Friar Territory ) and Jack Sommers ( Snakes Territory ) discuss if the Dodgers are inevitable in the NL West, Rafael Devers and the Giants, and how each team will approach the trade deadline. (Top of show) Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL (15:...

Mayday! host Trevor May dishes on the history of the Trade Deadline. (Top of show) (12:30) Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview this year's deadline by discussing which teams will cut bait in the muddled AL Wild Card race.  (15:44) The hosts also discuss the team needs for those contending for home field advantage. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™...

A World Series for the Rays at Steinbrenner Field?! Believe it! Ken Rosenthal explores the Rays baseball breaking news stories regarding their postseason home and the sale of the team. Ken offers a trade idea for Boston and weighs in on The Miz All-Star selection aftermath. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL Hosts: AJ Pier...

Hall of Famer John Smoltz hypes a new format for the All-Star Game to bring all the pitchers to the yard. Smoltz also delves into MLB’s arm injury crisis and explores strategies for teams to keep players healthier.  Smoltzie also discusses what’s wrong with Atlanta this season and fields a fun q about where he ranks among Braves legends from the '90s. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advant...

The FT social team had some fun with Kratz last night on Twitter/X. (Top of show) (4:18) Cal Raleigh is the first catcher to win the Home Run Derby! We recap the opening round controversy, Jazz’s disappointing appearance, and other performances. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! (15:17) We answer...

It’s All-Star week with Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal. An MLB Draft recap to start off the show, including a sentimental pick by the Rockies with Ethan Holliday. Also, the youngest pick in the draft, Eli Willits goes first overall to the Nationals. (Top of show) (2:53) The Red Sox and Brewers are on winning streaks and pushing the top of their divisions. Can they keep it up as we enter the 2nd...

Baseball America's JJ Cooper and Peter Flaherty join Scott Braun for a heated discussion about the major flop by MLB with promoting the stars of tomorrow. How can they fix the promotion of the Futures Game and why did ZERO players show up for the MLB Draft? Then we hit the surprises at the top of the Draft and the teams that hit with their picks. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage o...

There's controversy in Atlanta! We break it all down, including The Miz being an All-Star and several players no-showing the festivities. (Top of Show) (21:02) Are the All-Star selections a popularity contest? TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! (23:41) Matt Olson is in the HR Derby to replace Rona...

How are the Rays doing this? Starter Ryan Pepiot discusses pitching deeper into games and how the organization manages injury prevention. Pepiot also explains how and why he adjusted some of his pitches. How is life pitching in the Majors in a minor league park and how does the team manage road trips? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today usin...

Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer sits down for a wide-ranging Q&A with The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney. It’s a must-listen interview that gets into the dynamics within the trade market, what the Cubs are looking for right now, the calculus around Kyle Tucker, Craig Counsell’s influence and much more. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to Aren...

10-year MLB pitcher Jim Abbott was born without a right hand. It's an amazing story and he joins FT to talk about his new ESPN documentary, “Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott.” He also touches on his famous accolades, including his no-hitter.  How difficult was it for Abbott to avoid tipping pitches? Who are his favorite pitchers to watch?  Jim discusses interacting with children with a...

NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Alex Pavlovic discusses his new book, “The Franchise: San Francisco Giants: A Curated History of the Orange and Black,” including the potential Bryce Harper deal that ended up as a losing bid. Alex also covers the Rafael Devers saga shifting to San Francisco. Is Devers the star the Giants are looking for? What will they target at the trade deadline? Hosts: AJ Pierzynsk...

Ken Rosenthal hits burning trade deadline questions, including why Boston shouldn’t trade Alex Bregman. Ken also picks out some 3rd basemen the Yankees could trade for and who the D’backs will deal at the deadline. Why did that Bryan Baker trade happen for the Orioles and Rays? (15:35) The hosts look at the Out of the Park Baseball 2nd half simulations to see how the rest of the season might play...

Does not being in the playoffs for a decade push a team to go hard with an outside shot of a playoff seat?  The Athletic  Angels reporter Sam Blum contemplates what they will do at the trade deadline and if the club has a legit shot at the playoffs. Blum also explains how the young Halos have developed and if there should be any extensions handed out. We finish with Blum sharing his experience doi...

Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff returns to FT to review his rehab process and return to a Big League mound for the first time since 2023. We talk setbacks, inspiration, the state of his stuff and why he signed back with Milwaukee. Of course we ask about The Miz too. Hosts: Erik Kratz, Scott Braun, Todd Frazier Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FO...

6x All-Star pitcher Jonathan Papelbon addresses Boston's trade deadline possibilities, including if they'll trade Jarren Duran or Alex Bregman. Pap also does a deep dive into Brayan Bello’s advancement and what Walker Buehler needs to fix. Additionally, Pap gives a prognosis for Kristian Campbell and addresses whether Boston rookies are taking on too much too soon. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Cu...

Watch the show LIVE Monday and Tuesday in Atlanta for All-Star Break!  (2:49) The Bronx Bombers sweep Mariners thanks to Andrés Munõz pitch tipping. Why did you make it so damn obvious?! Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. (16:04) Clarke Schmidt gets his elbow surgery today. What's his rehab going to be like? Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers tod...

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden tackles the Braves trade rumors and who he thinks they should actually sell.  JB also discusses the Orioles trading Bryan Baker and Mike Elias’s weakness. Plus, Jim voices ideas on revenue sharing, a salary cap debate and a salary floor. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun See omny...

How does Carlos Mendoza manages starters and make sure he’s not too scripted? We talk to the Mets skipper, who also reacts to the All-Star ABS challenge system breaking news. Mendy talks about Juan Soto being snubbed from the All-Star game and what did he think about Pete Alonso not participating in the Home Run Derby?  Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY...

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Orioles trading reliever Bryan Baker to the Rays, perhaps signaling a bigger sell-off. (Top of show) (4:54) The Yankees are shifting their infield after releasing DJ LeMahieu. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings, in celebration of Amazon Prime Day! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: S...

The draft starts Sunday night! We reminisce about the days of 50 draft rounds. The Yankees released DJ Lemahieu. Plus, we discuss Yankees fans' dissatisfaction with Anthony Volpe. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. (19:51) Tarik Skubal gets the best hitters out better than everyone. (21:02) The Orioles traded reliever Bryan Baker to the Rays for their...

22-year MLB veteran Gary Sheffield delivers a strong tribute to the late Dave Parker and his Hall of Fame case that took too long. Sheff also covers some epic stories from his days with the Yankees and drops a story on why modern baseball strategy might be ruining young players. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with...

Deputy Executive Director of MLBPA Bruce Meyer reacts to commissioner Rob Manfred’s recent callout to players and the commish ambassador program. Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Bruce explains issues with the salary cap, revenue sharing, and a free agency deadline, including how it would impac...

Which former manager is connected to all of the firings this season? Trivia at the top. (2:01) The Miz is SO LEGIT! Jacob Misiorowski dominates the Dodgers. What should the Brewers do at the trade deadline? (11:36) We briefly recap victories for the Guardians, Padres, and Blue Jays. (13:08) BREAKING NEWS: MLB will use the ABS challenge system in the All-Star Game! Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Cus...