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Aug 3, 2025 • 17min

Former Twins GM Thad Levine

It's a FIRE SALE in Minneapolis. Former Twins GM Thad Levine reacts to some of his acquisitions departing. Thad also explains his perspective on how execs approach the trade deadline and we ask him about being hamstrung by ownership when he was in the front office.Disclaimer: this conversation happened on trade deadline day before all of the Twins trades had been completed.Hosts: AJ, EK, SBSupport baseball the way it should be covered at FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 2, 2025 • 15min

Inside the Carlos Correa trade

How did the Astros bring back Carlos Correa for their postseason chase and to potentially end his career there? Crush City Territory host Chandler Rome is all over the deal. He explains how it came to fruition and whether moving to third base will benefit Carlos. Plus, Chandler elaborates on why Jim Crane is the most aggressive owner in MLB and how important Jesús Sánchez will be for Houston.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunNEW MERCH at FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 55min

Trade Deadline grades, Yanks cut Stroman, Cubs & Red Sox defend moves

It’s the post-deadline hangover show! We share our takeaways from yesterday’s chaos, including AJ Preller’s massive moves and all of the prospect shuffling. (Top of Show)(12:26) Luis Robert Jr. might get some money in free agency.(15:11) Pirates GM Ben Cherington really likes drools for Yankees prospects but it's not working.(17:57) We react to press conference quotes from Cubs GM Jed Hoyer. Fans are livid.(27:13) BREAKING NEWS: The Yankees released Marcus Stroman during the show. Will he get picked up by another team this season?(34:58) Ke’Bryan Hayes got his pop back in Cincinnati for a night.(37:35) Let’s grade the trade deadline. We compare Jim Bowden’s report cards to our own assessments. (51:34) More press conference quotes, courtesy of Craig Breslow. How frustrated are Red Sox fans? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, 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.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 58min

Trade Deadline Winners/Losers & Reporters: Red Sox wtf, M’s slay, Phils run, Dodgers lite, Mets move

Boston Globe columnist Pete Abraham is just as puzzled as everyone else about Boston's lack of moves. Does the new front office understand the importance of the trade deadline? Pete also drops his instant reaction to Boston getting Dustin May.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!(8:37) Former Phillies GM Rubén Amaro Jr. talks about the impact that Dave Dombrowski’s pickups will have: David Robertson, Jhoan Duran, and Harrison Bader.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(20:31) Adam Jude from the Seattle Times analyzes the haul the Mariners got around the trade deadline, including reuniting with Eugenio Suárez.(27:38) The Athletic Dodgers reporter Fabian Ardaya reacts to LA acquiring Brock Stewart and if LA is worried about San Diego’s moves.(34:53) Former Mets exec Zack Scott grades the trade deadline for the Mets and compares their bullpen to the rival Phillies. He also chimes in on how big of an impact Cedric Mullins will make. Would he have preferred getting Luis Robert Jr. instead? (45:48) AJ, Kratz & Scott list winners and losers of the deadline!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 26min

Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal: MLB Trade Deadline Instant Recap

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to today’s Trade Deadline, beginning with the top story: the Padres activity. (Top of show)(3:22) Carlos Correa is a Houston Astro again, and more on the Twins fire-sale.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!(6:20) Ken says "hats off" to the Yankees deadline activity.(7:58) The hosts scratch their heads at how the Pirates (mis)managed their deadline assets.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(13:34) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the Cubs and Red Sox fell well short of expectations to include their clubs. Plus, why the Brewers didn't end up with the bat they coveted.(22:27) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 41min

FT MLB Trade Deadline Extravagenza

We sorted through our 6-hour live show to dish as much of the relevant conversations from today about trades as they were happening. We’ll also release our interviews in the AM.(2:07) Harrison Bader moves from the Twins to the Phillies. Kratz shares how Philadelphia fans feel about the recent transactions. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!(14:13) Eugenio Suárez returns to Seattle in a deal with Arizona late last night. We debate whether Seattle is a World Series contending team. (22:30) Shane Bieber is a Blue Jay. We react to the former AL Cy Young winner moving this morning from Cleveland to Canada.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(28:33) The Yankees get David Bednar from the Pirates to bolster their bullpen.(34:46) The Mets are at it again. They landed Cedric Mullins from the Orioles. We also recap other Mets moves made this deadline.(42:03) Woah, Carlos Correa is going back to the Houston Astros. He will replace the injured Isaac Paredes at 3rd base. How surprised are we? (56:06) The Twins fire sale continues as Danny Coulombe gets dealt to the Rangers.(57:59) The Padres keep on buying. Ryan O’Hearn and Ramόn Laureano switch coasts from Baltimore to San Diego. They also get Will Wagner from the Blue Jays.(1:08:15) Colorado traded Jake Bird to the Yankees.(1:09:02) Merrill Kelly is going to Texas. The Diamondbacks traded him to the Rangers as the first high end starter to move. (1:13:20) Oswald Peraza heads to the Angels from the Yankees and Willi Castro is the latest Twin to leave, heading to the Cubs.(1:19:03) The Red Sox did a thing and got Dustin May from the Dodgers. Plus, the Reds get Miguel Andújar from the A’s, Jose Caballero switches clubhouses during the Rays/Yankees rain delay, Tampa Bay acquires Adrian Houser from the White Sox and Nestor Cortes is like the 50th Padres transaction today, coming from the Brewers.(1:27:00) The Yankees landed Camilo Doval from the Giants in the final minutes! How nasty is the Yankees bullpen now? (1:30:16) Even more last minute deals: Griffin Jax goes to Tampa Bay, Charlie Morton to the Tigers, and the Twins team is now all gone, as Louis Varland is now a Blue Jay.(1:34:30) The deadline has passed, and we review the surprise names that were not traded. Plus Shelby Miller to the Brew Crew was a very late deal.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunShout out to our awesome producer/director/editor Gab for cutting this all together!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 15min

Padres trade rumors & targets

What will the Padres do? Friar Territory host Kyle Glaser shares what San Diego needs and reveals limiting factors affecting the front office. He also gives us an update on Michael King and answers whether the Padres are willing to trade Robert Suárez.Additionally, Kyle analyzes San Diego's excellent performance lately and looks big picture at the state of the NL West.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULHosts: AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 45min

BREAKING NEWS: Diamondbacks Trade Eugenio Suárez To Seattle Mariners For Tyler Locklear And More

Snakes Territory hosts Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers arrive for a special live show to cover the Diamondbacks swinging a late-night trade, sending Eugenio Suárez back to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for three prospects: first baseman Tyler Locklear, right-hander Juan Burgos and right-hander Hunter Cranton.ST discusses the mechanical change that Locklear made earlier this season that might've played a key role in the D-backs' interest in him, and break down everything they know about Burgos and Cranton, each of whom could play a role in the D-backs' bullpen some time soon.Finally, did the D-backs get enough in the trade? And what could be coming next?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 32min

FT Breaking News w/Ken Rosenthal: Phillies land Durán, Cubs get Soroka, Mets trade for Helsley & Rogers

Bonus FT at night! Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal brings us the Inside Scoop on NL East foes bolstering their bullpens: the Phillies acquiring Jhoan Durán and the Mets trading for Ryan Helsley and Tyler Rogers. (Top of Show)(11:30) Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper details the prospect return for the Twins in the deal with Philly.(16:43) SNY Insider Andy Martino stops by to talk about the reliever pickup activity for the Mets and what could be next.The FT Trade Deadline show will be LIVE from 1-6p ET on the FT YouTube channel right up until the deadline hits!Hosts: AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 30, 2025 • 31min

Ken Rosenthal & Jim Bowden Trade Deadline Eve Reports: Astros star search, Yanks plan, D’backs assets

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal dishes more trade deadline updates, including whether the Angels will buy more after their trade for relievers today. He also discusses how active Houston will be, what the Giants will do and whether the D'Backs will unload the rest of their short-term assets. Plus, Ken discusses the Yankees' acquisitions and the battle between the Mets and Phillies for talent.*Disclaimer: these conversations happened before the Mets acquired Tyler Rogers and Ryan Helsley, and before the Phillies landed Jhoan Duran.Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod(15:03) FT Resident GM Jim Bowden evaluates the starting pitcher market and Sandy Alcantara's recent developments. He also forecasts what the Orioles, Giants, and Astros do at the deadline. What teams are still interested in Eugenio Suárez? What team makes the biggest impact buy? Plus, Jim sheds light on what a front office war room looks like.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, 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.

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