Foul Territory

Why did Michael Massey’s dad challenge George Brett to a fight? The Kansas City Royals slugger recounted that hilarious story, reminisced about his love for the 2005 White Sox and shared his excitement for the new winning culture in Kansas City.Will Massey be spending some time in the outfield this season in KC?Follow the FT Network: Baseball the way it should be coveredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quick myth about player duffle bags bag debunked before we get to (02:52) Arizona skipper Torey Lovullo for a chat before spring training fires up.(04:47) To claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ft(08:14) AJ's Papi story revealed to Lovullo during his Red Sox days.(09:20) A look back at last year's Diamondbacks run that fell just short of the postseason.(10:59) Corbin Burnes even shoves on the phone!(12:55) D'Backs feeling the heat this season?(14:22) Torey on owner Ken Kendrick's Jordan Montgomery bust signing comments.(18:25) How much did missing spring training affect Monty? We also get to the Naylor for Walker swap at 1st base.Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball Prospectus Editor-in-Chief Craig Goldstein explains the science behind the notorious PECOTA projections!(01:00) Craig discusses fan reactions to the projections.(02:00) PECOTA misses.(06:18) 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!(07:22) How does run differential factor into the projections? (10:00) Why do the projections for the AL Central and AL West look the way they do? (13:00) How do injuries and current free agents swing projections? (19:24) Should teams use these projections as a baseline?(25:56) Dodgers POBO Andrew Friedman commented on the advantage of the two-way player rules.(29:48) Who will the Dodgers option out to start the season?(37:30) Kike Hernandez has BIG leadership energy.Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good debate off the top with AJ v. SB on the Angels signing Kenley Jansen. Let's weigh the pros and cons. (3:25)(15:51) What are some alternatives for the Cubs if Alex Bregman signs elsewhere? Apparently Justin Turner is an option.(30:26) Yanks manager Aaron Boone tastefully blasted the Dodgers for their World Series trash talk.(35:43) Kershaw is going back to the Dodgers on another one-year deal.Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunGo to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. (18:50)  He may still technically be a free agent, but No. 22 will always have a spot in the Dodgers clubhouse if he wants it. (23:09)Subscribe to Dodgers Territory to hear from VIP LA guests.Kiké Hernández is heading back to Los Angeles! The versatile fan favorite has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin the Dodgers, adding depth and energy to the roster.DT hosts Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas break down Kiké’s highly anticipated return, discussing how his presence could be crucial to the team’s pursuit of another championship. (0:56)To claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Dodgers.How about those uniforms getting all fixed aka back to normal??Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik KratzFollow FT on socialsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 first spring covering the 1987 Baltimore Orioles. True story: he started covering baseball without knowing how to calculate ERA!(16:32) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Braves will sign another pitcher, when Albert Pujols will be a major league manager & will Alex Bregman sign this week??WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on YouTube too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 love locking up homegrown talent—so who’s next in line for an extension?(21:40) We’re asking the big question: Who has the better 2025 in Anaheim—Tim Anderson or Yoán Moncada?(27:38) An extension for Dave Roberts seems inevitable but will Craig Counsell’s record-setting deal complicate the negotiations between Roberts and the Dodgers?Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunTo claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 BraunDrop a rating/review if you like the 2025 team previews we've been dishing out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 dive into the facial hair policy still strictly enforced by the Yankees and then get to Berti's unlikely journey from an 18th-round pick with no prospect pedigree to a key MLB contributor.Follow FT on all the socials!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.