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The experts at Baseball America wrap up their top prospect profiles with the American League East.  JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo, Ben Badler and Scott Braun start with Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo. His monster power is already on display, but which position does the catching prospect fit within the Big League lineup? (Top of show) (9:01) The hosts discuss if the streaky hitting o...

Jim Bowden just released his starting rotation rankings and we sort through what we like and don’t agree with. Are the Mariners and Pirates underrated? What about the Cubs getting unfairly dismissed? Plus, reaction to Rob Manfred’s latest comments on the Rays stadium situation and why he’s tougher on Tampa than the A’s. Hosts: Toddfather, Kratz, Danny Graves, Braun Got FT merch? FoulTerritoryShop....

Baseball America's JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Ben Badler and Carlos Collazo join Scott Braun to profile the top prospect from each AL Central team. Guardians top prospect Travis Bazzana is continuing to improve and could reach the big leagues by season's end. (Top of show) (9:09) White Sox top prospect Noah Schultz reminds evaluators of a Hall of Fame lefty, and as JJ explains, it's time to get him...

Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez updates us on timetable to return. What is the rehab process like? Grayson analyzes the comments made by Coby Mayo when he was optioned and also covers the news about the Marlins getting rid of bullpen sessions in favor of sim games. How are the O’s prepping for Opening Day?  Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Austin Wells and Anthony Volpe carried their hot springs into the regular season— are they the answers to some of the Yankees' biggest questions? Deesha Thosar from Fox Sports swings by with thoughts on the 2025 Yankees and then we jump to the other squad in the city. On the Mets side, Deesha breaks down concerns about their questionable rotation—are they putting too much faith in reclamation proj...

We're live from Nation Kitchen & Bar at The Banks in Cincinnati! (top of show) Let's talk Opening Day overreactions and...underreactions? The Mets offense is still powerful despite a slow Opening Day. The Reds bullpen imploded in the ninth but was it bad pitching or poor decision-making by Terry Francona? The Diamondbacks looked shaky against the Cubs and the Angels fell flat against an awful Whit...

Predictions rolling in from a big panel of FT hosts on division winners, Wild Cards and their World Series predictions. (2:38) Let us know who picked it best! A lil fun at the top with an AI look at the top MLB pitchers in 5 years. (top of show) (7:14) 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 F...

Happy Opening Day! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the 2025 season. The National League won't be a cakewalk for the Dodgers. Baseball's best teams reside in the "senior circuit." (Top of show)  (2:45) The AL West feels up grabs between three teams. Plus, would a healthy Mike Trout be available at this year's trade deadline? Nutrafol is offering our listeners...

Red Sox manager Alex Cora announced Rafael Devers will be the full-time DH and Alex Bregman will play third. (Top of show) (5:28) Jazz Chisholm Jr. & Miguel Rojas BEEF continues. (8:08) 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 . (11:24) ABS in Spring Training was a smash hit. (14:08) Joe B...

How will the Chicago Cubs bounce back from two real losses to the Dodgers in the Tokyo Series? North Side Territory host (and Athletic reporter) Patrick Mooney weighs in on the starting rotation, Matt Shaw’s rookie ride, bullpen depth and the rest of the division. Patrick also theorizes why the Cubs did not go all-in this offseason. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reports on recent contract extensions for catchers Cal Raleigh and Alejandro Kirk. With the Automated Strike Zone system coming soon, could these contracts lose value? Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers. Cam Smith earned a spot on the Astros Opening Day roster but is Houston rushing its top prospe...

Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe tell us about his team's new cell phone policy. How strict is it, how has it changed team chemistry and will it actually made a difference on the field? Logan also breaks down what he’s learned from veteran additions this offseason, including the best piece of advice fellow catcher Travis d’Arnaud has given him so far. Plus, Logan shares his reactions to seeing teammat...

We're on the field at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati on Opening Day Eve! (top of show) We start with the Mariners locking up their young superstar catcher Cal Raleigh. (9:09) Astros top prospect Cam Smith has made the Opening Day roster less than a year after being drafted. Is he ready for the challenge and did the Astros already win the Kyle Tucker trade? Upgrade your wardrobe and save on...

2-time All-Star pitcher Andrew Miller pulls back the curtain on his role with the MLB Players Association and what’s brewing ahead of the next CBA negotiations. How does he work with players and the league to shape the future of the game? Miller breaks down how the union operates and what still needs to change. With news that owners will fight hard for a salary cap and their willingness for a pote...

Is there a timetable or plan for Ohtani’s return to the mound? We ask ESPN Insider Jeff Passan, who starts by discussing what he learned while visiting team camps. Team covered include the Rangers, A’s, Dodgers and Diamondbacks. How hard will owners push for a salary cap during the next collective bargaining agreement negotiations? Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclas...

Do you have a spare $1.7bil to buy the Twins? (Top) We hit the news about their asking price and how Joe Pohlad still wants to control the team. (13:43) Why is Corbin Burnes not starting until game 5 of the season for Arizona? Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL ! #trueclassicpod (17:31) Shohei Ohtani is throwing on a mound again. When will he pitch again in the...

Ken Rosenthal discusses Red Sox #2 prospect Kristian Campbell making the Big League club. Boston's infield becomes clearer. (Top of Show) (3:18) The Guardians made a couple moves over the weekend to fortify the team in a tight AL Central. Go to GreenChef.com/territoryfree and use code territoryfree to get started with FREE salad for 2 months plus 50% off your first box. (7:22) Finally the Blue Jay...

Are the Pittsburgh Pirates really broke—or just broken? Dejan Kovacevic of DK Pittsburgh Sports drops the receipts on Pirates ownership and owner Bob Nutting’s puzzling decisions over the year. Hosts: Kratz, Toddfather, Braun Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots of pre-Opening Day action to hit, including the Rockies once again making a head-scratching move. (2:00) How did Cleveland get Nolan Jones back? (8:13) 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 . (9:14) The Guards also lock up their ace with a five-year extension. (15:17) Go to GreenCh...

How does Tarik Skubal plan to handle the follow-up to his Cy Young season? We sit down with the Tigers ace and then hang out with All-Star Riley Greene. Questions for anyone on FT or behind the scenes? DM FT us on IG . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A boatload of topics to hit with FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal this weekend! How annoying is the same story every year with Pittsburgh? How good are the Braves? Did we learn anything from Mark Shapiro's comments about Vladdy? Much more here too! Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers. Hosts: Kratz, Toddfather, Braun See omnystudio...

Reigning NL Cy Young winner reflects back on his magical year and looks ahead at what's on his mind in 2025. Will his workload be the same? Sale also tells us why he doesn’t like to shake off signs from his catcher. (6:02) Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL . (16:51) Atlanta reliever Pierce Johnson looks back at the crazy end to the s...

Luis Severino opens up about the differences between the Yankees and Mets and his mindset heading into a leading rotation role with the A’s. He also provides a fascinating look at the pitch tipping issues he was having in 2023. (24:04) Rockies minor league reliever Jefry Yan joins the party to discuss his refreshing take on celebrating during the game. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo Get 20% of...

Twins #1 starter Pablo Lopez checks in about being on the trade block at times with the Twins, touches on his evolving repertoire, his desire to go deeper into games and his thoughts on the state of young Latin players in the game. (14:01) Harrison Bader dives into his signing with the Twins, moving to the outfield corners, differences between the Yankees/Mets and his philosophy with the bat. Get...

Royals leadoff man Jonathan India tells us why he was relieved to finally be traded and how he's become an OBP machine. What are the similarities and differences between new teammate Bobby Witt Jr. and former teammate Elly De La Cruz? What is India's plan defensively this year? A little outfield action? Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. Hosts: Todd Fraz...