Foul Territory

Kratz is back! We briefly discuss Mets and Yanks postseason chances at the top. (6:33) The Astros held off Boston's rally in a crucial series. We discuss the main storylines: Correa and Bregman back in Houston, Cristian Javier's return from Tommy John surgery and an off night for Garrett Crochet.  Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. (15:01) That Yankees record against the Twins in the past 20 years is BEYOND dominant! (16:52) Shohei Ohtani and his rep are getting sued by real estate people. Why is Shohei involved in a deal like this? Is he being taken advantage of... again? Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (31:20) The Rangers, hunting for a playoff spot, had a huge walk-off win against the D'backs + Nathan Eovaldi is having the best year of his career. Among other pitchers, Taijuan Walker has improved drastically for the Phillies. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (41:21) We answer the big questions for the rest of the season: How much HR history will Cal Raleigh create? Will the Rockies catch the 2024 White Sox for most losses? Will the Padres catch the Dodgers in the NL West? (48:35) Paul Skenes & Freddy Peralta face off as Pittsburgh tries to stop Milwaukee's winning streak. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal takes us inside his mind during outings and we ask about his little back-and-forth with an ump in his last start. He also answers how closely he follows Paul Skenes and whether Babe Ruth could get a hit off him. Plus, Tarik dives into how teams are finding pitch tips and calls out the one part of sign-stealing that shouldn't be happening.Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. (25:25) What contenders have the toughest strength of schedule? We look at The Athletic's evaluation of team itineraries.Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunGo to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alanna Rizzo and guest-host, ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian discuss the Milwaukee Brewers as baseball’s hottest team. The San Diego Padres took the weekend series over the Boston Red Sox and are built for October. Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.The hosts try to make sense of the wackly AL Wild Card race. Inside Dish explores Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh’s special season. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Grillin’ Tim answers an age old question: how would Babe Ruth fare facing today's pitchers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where in the world was AJ this weekend? He learned on his travels that Jhoan Duran is helping the Phillies A LOT.(2:35) Milwaukee deserves a thank-you card from Philadelphia after they swept the Mets. We review what's working for the Brew Crew – pocket pancakes and all – and what isn't for New York. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!(18:11) The Mariners had a strong weekend and Cal Raleigh bashed homers.Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.(20:49) TV cameras showed us how the Red Sox looked at Robert Suárez tips on an iPad. Is this legal? Plus, Cam recalls his brief experience with the 2017 Houston Astros.(36:34) The Yankees are still on the struggle bus. Manager Aaron Boone made some interesting comments about Devin Williams and fans, so we dissect his words and the team.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(49:51) Mariano Rivera tore his Achilles at the Old-Timers' Day game.(51:59) The Phillies bullpen changed in both personnel and ability after the trade deadline.(53:42) MLB posted average attendance numbers and fans are upset with the methodology.  Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toronto’s offense is having a banger year. Can they carry this into October success? Do pitchers fear power or contact more in in the postseason?Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(8:42) Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams joins after a stellar (near no-hitter) performance against the Mets. How surprised was he that manager Stephen Vogt Did gave him a massive pitch count allowance?Hosts: Trevor May, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Friedman aka Pitching Ninja dishes out the nastiest pitches he's seen this season and what rookie pitchers have surprised him. He also covers Roki Sasaki making tweaks during his rehab and Jesus Luzardo tipping pitches earlier this season. What does Pitching Ninja think of Max Fried’s downturn? How much will things change for the Padres with the return of Michael King? Plus, Pitching Ninja delves into how Ohtani is dealing on the mound.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(17:01) Afterwards, Trevor May explores the ups and downs of training pitchers at a young age, including whether 16-year-olds throwing 100mph is OK and how to coach teens to slow pitch velocity.Hosts: Trevor May, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Baltimore’s performance factor into the surgery decision for Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez? He details the injury and timetable for a return.Grayson also discusses the direction of the Orioles after players were dealt away during the deadline. Plus, Grayson answers who the new team leader is and his favorite pastime during the offseason.Hosts: Todd Frazier, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Syracuse Mets are renaming the team and are having a community contest. Name ideas, anyone?(2:40) Then, new Milwaukee Brewer Andrew Vaughn joins FT to take us through his journey from minor leaguer in the White Sox organization this year all the way up to a star performer on the team holding the best record in baseball.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULHosts: Kevin Pillar, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are the Mets okay? The Athletic Senior Writer Tim Britton reveals the Mets' weaknesses and how opponents exploit their flaws. He also discusses Pete Alonso's slump, Juan Soto's issues with runners on base and the plan for Frankie Montas. Does Hitting Coach Eric Chavez deserve heat?For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOULHost: Trevor May & Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alanna Rizzo and guest host Fansided Insider Robert Murray discuss why the Red Sox extending Roman Anthony made sense for both sides. (Top of show)(4:28) The Brewers are baseball’s first 70-win team. Are they peaking too early?Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL.(7:09) The Mariners deadline acquisitions are fitting in well. The hosts debate if they have enough offense to stay in the AL Wild Card picture.(12:39) Alanna and Robert take your live Grillin’ Robert questions, including next season's manager candidates, if the Yankees struggles are Aaron Boone fault, if Pat Murphy is slam dunk NL Manager of the Year and how the Brewers will approach first base when Rhys Hoskins returns.For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(20:48) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the week.(25:37) Alanna and Robert discuss Kyle Schwarber's standout season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.