Foul Territory

Dodgers infielder Max Muncy gives us an update on his knee, including the diagnostic process. He also details missing Clayton Kershaw’s 3,000th strikeout and Kersh's reaction to being an All-Star commish pick.  Plus, Max weighs in on Orel Hershiser’s comments about the Astros and Andy Pages getting snubbed from the All-Star Game. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at htt...

Ken Rosenthal lays out what has changed for the Blue Jays, including manager John Schneider and the importance of sweeping the Yankees. Do the Rockies follow suit and fire their GM after the Nats move? Ken also touches on the weird timing of the Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez firings and how this impacts the Nationals at the trade deadline.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going...

Congrats to Manny Machado for logging his 2,000th hit!! We point out one of Machado’s underrated characteristics. (Top of Show) (8:57) We discuss the five known HR Derby participants and predict some other options to fill out the field. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (21:12) Fan question: What if the player of the month in June is...

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Nationals cleaning house a week before holding the #1 pick in the MLB Draft. (Top of show)  (4:43) Ken has a gripe with the All-Star player ballot, and weighs other All-Star snubs.  Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (10:28) The Toronto Blue Jays are bas...

Washington Post  columnist Barry Svrluga explains the oddly timed firings of Dave Martinez and Mike Rizzo. He also sheds light on why the Lerner family stopped spending on the Nationals and whether this could lead to a potential sale of the team.  Was Mike Rizzo’s tenure as GM successful? What happened to Dylan Crews? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY a...

Are the Blue Jays for real? We hit a quick 2 minutes on the topic and then bring in (2:18) Toronto play-by-play broadcaster Dan Shulman to size up the strength of the roster and fan reactions to the club sweeping the Yankees. What is it like for Dan working with Buck Martinez and his radio broadcaster son?  Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card pur...

The Nationals fired manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo. (2:11) Are Washington’s issues their fault and what's with the timing? Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! (10:26) FOUL TERRITORY ALL-STAR TAKEOVER announcement! (11:52) The Braves have fallen off a cliff. (13:28) Clarke Schmidt might need TJ...

Former MLB second baseman Kolten Wong explains his retirement decision and shares what he misses most about playing baseball. What and who helped him regain confidence after his World Series blunder? Kolten also sheds light on playing with AJ and the biggest change after leaving the Cardinals.  Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going...

Are position players pitching getting out of hand? Should manager salaries be public? 4x All-Star Dellin Betances is back with thoughts.  The former Yankees (and Met) hits the recent slumps for the New York clubs, the influence of NY media on player performance, the Cal Raleigh v. Aaron Judge MVP debate and BTS on the Clint Frazier Jordan brand prank. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun...

Nashville Stars Director of Marketing Will General pitches us on why they should have an expansion MLB team. General explains the origin of the team name, where the money will come from, possible stadium location, and marketing plan.  How will they win over local Braves fans? Who are some notable names advising the group? Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun Get 20% off your first Sla...

Cardinals 2021 first-round draft pick Michael McGreevy joins Katie Woo to discuss his role with the Cardinals this year, what he's learned in the Cardinals minor-league system so far and how his Major-League experience is going lately. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL . Cardinal Territory is the official St. Louis Cardinals podcast...

Padres setup man Jason Adam joins Friar Territory for an exlusive interview. He discusses with Kyle Glaser and Heath Bell what the secret to the Padres bullpen success has been in 2025, the odd shenanigans the group gets into in the bullpen and why he misses swinging a bat. Plus, Adam discusses his journey back from four elbow surgeries and what the Padres do to help so many pitchers have the best...

Jacob deGrom has resurged to elite status and Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News tells us how it’s happening. Evan also gets to the success of newfound relievers, what prompted Josh Jung’s demotion to Triple-A, and Chris Young’s reaction to Kevin Pillar’s comments. Was Pillar right about the Rangers and MLB culture?  Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz Buy or sell your next car today...

Author of  The Last of His Kind  and journalist for The Athletic Andy McCullough talks about Clayton Kershaw reaching a historic strikeout mark, instant reactions to the achievement, experiences speaking with Kershaw, and his lasting legacy in LA. Will any other Dodgers reach legendary status? Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month...

Hammer Territory host Stephen Tolbert details the Spencer Schwellenbach injury hit for the Braves, Marcell Ozuna’s future in Atlanta and rookie Drake Baldwin’s emergence. Could the Braves be sellers at the trade deadline and how are fans feeling about Jurickson Profar returning from his suspension? Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using co...

Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun react to MLB placing Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz on paid leave. (Top of show) (4:27) Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw reaches 3000 strikeouts but the team loses Max Muncy in the process. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL . (7:47) The Braves are unr...

The AL East is LIT. (Top of show) (4:41) Guardians starter Luis Ortiz was placed on non-disciplinary paid leave due to an investigation on TWO PITCHES. AJ's rant about betting in baseball is fierce here. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL . (28:01) What impact does the Luis Ortiz inv...

Oops, FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal tells us how he is actually human and missed an All-Star pitcher in his latest article. Ken also hits tough calls and underdog All-Stars. A’s starter Luis Severino’s numbers don’t necessarily make him an attractive trade candidate. Also, Ken talks possible trade deadline fixes for the Yankees and we talk Tigers and Blue Jays in here too. Nutrafol is offering o...

Superman centerfielder Kevin Pillar officially calls it a career on FT. He tells us why he chose to announce it now and how it's difficult saying goodbye. Why can’t the Rangers hit? KP lists some reasons for a disappointing sum of parts in Texas and the comments went a lil viral. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://...

The guys discuss sites and sounds playing in the poker tournament in Vegas. (Top of show) (6:44) The Giants pic up Bob Melvin's '26 option. Why is there so much secrecy around manager salaries? Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL. (12:44) Chris Sale lands on the 60-day IL.  (15:30) Yo...

Former MLB outfielder Dexter Fowler sheds light on his experience as a commissioner ambassador and how the league and players can mend their relationship. What’s needed to boost marketing efforts? Diving into his career, Dexter compares the experiences he had on different teams (Rockies, Astros, Cubs, Cardinals, and Angels) and identifies his favorite manager. What were his most cherished moments...

10x Gold Glover Andruw Jones started announcing his Team Netherlands roster for next year's World Baseball Classic. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Andruw also touches on the Braves' collapse and if the Hall of Fame snubs centerfielders.  Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Nutrafol is of...

Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! Will there be a Shohei Ohtani Day in the future? The Red Sox waxed the Reds with an historic night from Wilyer Abreu. Was Chase Burns tipping pitches? (4:03)  Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal. (12:53) Is Zack Wheeler on track for an NL Cy Young Award? Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s s...

Former GM Jim Bowden has key trade ideas for a number of clubs and the names include Merrill Kelly, Kyle Stowers, and Sandy Alcantara. We also talk to JB about Jeremy Peña’s injury, Luis Severino’s A’s complaints and why the Cubs should win the 2025 NL Central trade war. Then it’s The Athletic’s Will Sammon swinging by to tell us about a sinking Mets team. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set....

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets putrid showing over the weekend as owner Steve Cohen preaches patience. (0:50) (3:26) The Phillies take the NL East lead but Ken is not all that impressed with Philly either. Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s. (5:31) The Astros top the Cubs in Kyle Tucker’s return to Houston. They're surging with Yo...