Foul Territory

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 crack the postseason.Hosts: AJ, EK, SBMissed anything? Watch FT on Youtube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 BraunTo claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 BraunTo claim your Double your Roses offer, go to 1800Flowers.com/ftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Caminero met LeBron.(31:14) Will Bryce Harper top 30 homers this season?(34:02) Gleyber Torres deleted a tweet replying to Brian Cashman unraveling the position change controversy late last season.(42:52) What if the Pirates had signed Pete Alonso?(45:35) Offseason moves that stood out from the pack...Hosts: Toddfather, EK, SBFOLLOW the FT Network with 15 shows under our umbrella!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 effective.The Sox have two established closers but have to figure out the rest of the pen.Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Trevor May, Scott BraunBTW we have a Red Sox podcast called Monster TerritorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 pitching, how Alonso affects Alex Bregman's saga, who is the AL Central favorite & Nolan Arenado's latest rumors.(23:54) The hosts also crown their Dudes & "John Fisher" Dorks of the Week.To claim your Double your Roses offer, go to https://1800Flowers.com/ftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 JB, FT dissects playoff projections by Fangraphs.Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott BraunWATCH FT every weekday LIVE. Baseball the way it should be covered!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 season strikeout total. Over/under?!(43:58) Rapid Q&A from fans includes Padres outfield situation, Vladdy's value and if agents have limitations on player representation.Hosts: Toddfather, AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.