Foul Territory

Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman joins the show to unpack a busy offseason! (9:13) The Dodgers checked off nearly every item on their offseason wish list— Friedman explains just how rare that is. (12:26)
 Shohei Ohtani’s designation as a “two-way player” provides a significant roster-building advantage. Friedman reveals how this factor played into their pitch to Roki Sasaki...

Is Lance Lynn the next dominant closer—or is he sticking in the rotation? The veteran free agent pitcher joins FT to talk about his offseason, the teams eyeing him as a bullpen weapon and how he’s staying sharp while waiting for the right deal.  Lance also shares insight into how managers shape a team’s culture and gives his candid thoughts on Dave Roberts amid his contract negotiations with the D...

Ken Rosenthal unpacks his biggest Spring Training storylines, including implementing ABS in the big-league game, Terry Francona's return with the Reds, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. extension talks and how the Dodgers will assemble their rotation. (00:00) Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life! (9:38) Inside Dish looks back at Ken's fi...

Should MLB follow the Super Bowl model and host the World Series at a neutral site each year? (top of the show) (8:50) Kiké Hernández is back in Dodger blue, but who is the odd man out in LA’s crowded roster crunch? (14:34) The cash-strapped Padres are hoping Jason Heyward and Connor Joe can replace Jurickson Profar’s All-Star production. (19:29) The Rockies still refuse to try hard but they do lo...

Did the Nats do enough this offseason to take a step forward? Washington Post reporter Andrew Golden details top storylines for the 2025 season. We cover their need for pop, impressive young core, bullpen thinness, a brutally tough division and the chances that they get sold by current ownership soon. Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun Drop a rating/review if you like the 2025 team previ...

New Cubs infielder Jon Berti tells FT about his free agency journey that led him to Chicago.  As a Yankee last year, what was going through his mind in that infamous fifth inning in Game 5? What does he think about many Dodgers taking shots at the Yankees post-World Series? Berti was part of the 2023 Marlins playoff run—how does he feel about the team tearing it down to start all over again? We di...

Red Sox manager Alex Cora talks to Monster Territory host Robbie Hyde about the state of the club. They look back at good/bad from last season and ahead at much higher expectations for 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Mooney of The Athletic and North Side Territory joins FT to size up the offseason for the Cubs and preview their 2025 campaign. Do they have another move left in them before the season? Is this a much better bullpen than the last few years? Will their top prospects shine in the Bigs? We talk about year two for manager Craig Counsell and hot seat status for Jed Hoyer if the team doesn't cra...

How does free agent Whit Merrifield handle his experience waiting for calls? First, we ask about anything MLB could pick up from the popularity dominance of the NFL. We also dive in to front offices not valuing durability the same way anymore and how it affects load management. Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun To claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ft See omnystud...

Sam Blum goes through the biggest storylines for the Angels entering the 2025 season: Sam talks about where Mike Trout is physically entering 2025.  Will Christian Moore be the next Angel to be called up quickly?  Is copying the Braves’ blueprint actually going to work?  Sam tackles the question the Angels have to answer about Anthony Rendon.  Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scot...

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down different ways to fix revenue disparity in MLB. Where will Alex Bregman and Nolan Arenado land? Ken covers the Yoan Moncada/Tim Anderson reunion in LA and drops his take on the Ohtani/Ippei conspiracy theories. Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun To claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ft See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Ippei Mizuhara was sentenced to prison and his recent letter did not help the cause. (Start of show) We put a lid on the Shohei Ohtani interpreter scandal that rocked the sports world one year ago. (14:30) fan q's about the Ippei case. (19:54) The Angels signed Yoan Moncada and make third base a very interesting position in spring training. (28:28) Fresh off his FT appearance, Rays slugger Junior...

What does the current landscape of the AL East look like and is this the year Boston returns to the postseason? FT's Jonathan Papelbon dives into the top storylines surrounding the Red Sox but first he backs up a controversial tweet predicting April struggles for Aaron Judge. How much impact will the top prospects have on Boston’s lineup? Pap breaks down how the Red Sox rotation can be most effect...

Ken Rosenthal and guest host Tricia Whitaker discuss the New York Mets bringing Pete Alonso back into the fold. (Top of Show) (5:14) The hosts dive into murky comments that further cloud the Tampa Bay Rays future in St. Pete. Plus, how will the team perform at Steinbrenner Field this season? (16:11) Ken and Tricia answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if the Orioles need more starting...

What does the Pete Alonso deal mean for the future of the 1B market? Former GM/current Insider Jim Bowden sizes up the late deal with the Mets and then we dive into what's really happening at the MLB owners meetings. Jim also details how medical evaluations work in front offices and  Jim details his top candidates for Rookie of the Year, including why Roki Sasaki isn't a lock for the award. After...

After all of that jazz, Pete Alonso returns. (3:00) How much better are the Mets now and can Pete still cash in big after this year? (16:03) The Pirates just woke up! How much will their Tommy Pham signing help their playoff chances? (23:10) The Rays are in a battle with the St. Pete mayor and it's getting ugly. (25:53) How good was Randy Johnson? (38:31) BETMGM rolled out odds for Tarik Skubal's...

How did the Dodgers end up so high on the newly released 2025 farm system rankings and which clubs are ahead of them that could make noise? What about the clubs that rank way down in the dungeon? BA's JJ Cooper sorts through the list with us. We also check out the fresh list of Stuff+ leaders from 2024. Buster Posey is bringing former Giants back for spring training—how will this impact the team’s...

Are the Yankees going to be OK without Juan Soto this season? We bring on Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski to preview the top storylines surrounding the 2024 AL champs. (2:08) Juan Soto aftermath (4:16) Jasson Dominguez expectations (5:46) Aaron Judge's bounceback from a rocky October Show some love to Pinstripe Territory on Youtube!  PT also has live shows after every Yankees regular se...

Former Polar Bear teammate Todd Frazier drops his instant thoughts on Pete Alonso returning to the Mets and how much it'll help the club lengthen their lineup for year one of the Juan Soto experience. Erik Kratz & Scott Braun also react to the news, including the contract that ends up lower than expected but puts him in another free agent season if he opts out. Is he keeping receipts to tear up th...

Paul Skenes is a cash cow and the Pirates must attempt to lock him up now. Why can't this happen?! (Top of show) (7:01) The Orioles signed another outfielder but does it hint at a bigger move coming? If not, is Baltimore mismanaging its assets? (18:57) The Cubs acquired Ryan Brasier from the Dodgers. Did they finally fix the bullpen?  (21:35) Harrison Bader signed with the Twins. Good fit?  (24:01...

Will the Cardinals let speedster Victor Scott II run free this season even if he struggles at times? VSII talks about having a runway when getting called up. How many bases could Victor steal in a full season? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Trevor May, Scott Braun Have you heard about the new Cardinal Territory with Katie Woo and Trevor Rosenthal? Show them some love! See omnystudio.com/listener...

Former Big Leaguer and current Giants analyst FP Santangelo runs us through the chances that SF can get back into playoff mode with Buster Posey running the front office. Topics include their Justin Verlander/Willy Adames additions, BIG Bryce Eldridge lurking, and Camilo Doval's recovery from 2024. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun WATCH previews for every team entering the 2025 season...

Could the Phillies make a move for Kyle Tucker next winter? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal ponders the next big move from Philly and then gets into his callout for Bobby Witt Jr. to get more respect! What has Ken heard about the saga surrounding MLB firing umpire Pat Hoberg after their betting investigation? Ken details what the Padres are up to and why the Mariners are really pissing off fans on...

MLB banned umpire Pat Hoberg for being connected to baseball bets. (top of show) We explain the intricacies of the details from the lengthy MLB report. (14:24) The Yankees signed back Tim Hill for some lefty help in the bullpen. (16:57) Mariners POBO Jerry Dipoto defended the quiet offseason for the M’s in a curious way. (24:28) Does Jim Edmonds have a point with his comments about the Cardinals c...

Rays third baseman Junior Caminero was a monster star in the Dominican Republic playing winter ball and he went nuclear viral on multiple occasions. (04:27) The impact of manager Albert Pujols (09:42) Did he feel safe during the series? (11:55) Will the Rays be better off playing at Steinbrenner Field? (15:03) Cleveland trading young Junior at a young age (16:50) Will we see another epic bat flip...