Foul Territory

Marathon Man AJ is back from calling the ALDS. (top of show) What was it like to be part of that epic Game 5 broadcast? (3:19) Shohei Ohtani is trying something different to snap out of his slump. Does this even matter for the Brewers-Dodgers series? Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (15:11) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal checks in with a report from the ALCS in Seattle, including the Vladdy Jr. rise to postseason stardom. (29:16) Han Perdido…the Pope said what?! Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off (31:24) The Blue Jays blasted the Mariners in Game 3. Do we have a series now?? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (44:16) AJ is skeptical at the possibility of Albert Pujols managing the Orioles. (45:42) The end-of-season Yankees press conference happened, and injuries are infiltrating the squad. (47:30) Mariners fans didn’t recognize Ken Griffey Jr.??? Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcaster (and former A’s pitcher) Dallas Braden talks up the starting pitchers turning up the playoff HEAT! Braden gives his keys for the Brewers to counteract LA’s immaculate pitching, and how the Mariners can continue to exploit Toronto’s shortcomings. How important is playing catcher to Cal Raleigh’s MVP case? Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (20:03) Issues between former skipper Mike Shildt and members of the Padres organization have been reported but are they legit? (26:37) The Guardians re-sign catcher Austin Hedges before he can reach free agency. (28:10) The Rockies are finally looking beyond the organization! The club is talking to an ex-Astros GM (among others) for their top role. (30:37) Alex Bregman is jumping back into free agency. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the Grandyman! Longtime Big Leaguer and and current TBS commentator Curtis Granderson gives us his take on the NLCS, how Albert Pujols will do as a manager and if Anthony Volpe will be better after shoulder surgery. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (26:19) Anthony Volpe underwent shoulder surgery this week. Is the injury to blame for Volpe's rocky year, or should the Yankees be looking for alternative options at shortstop? (33:45) Yankees coaching staff changes here. (35:07) The Orioles recently interviewed Yankees third base coach Luis Rojas for their open managerial position. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Name last team to win a best-of-seven series after losing the first 2 games at home. (Top of show) What SB says is in fact true! (2:40) Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a complete game GEM leading the Dodgers to a 2-0 lead in Milwaukee. Is that fantastic (and expensive) LA pitching staff too much for the top regular-season team to make a comeback? Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (20:06) How did Detroit’s offense dip so much from the regular season to the playoffs? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20 (21:31) The Athletic’s Tyler Kepner analyzes the ALCS and what the atmosphere is like in Seattle as fans await a Game 3. Plus, Kepner makes a not-so-subtle case for his AL MVP award vote. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com What has Mookie Betts and Teoscar Hernandez scared of staying at a hotel in Milwaukee? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dive into Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s complete game shutout that put the Los Angeles Dodgers in NLCS command. (Top of show) (7:18) The hosts discuss why home field advantage hasn’t mattered at all so far.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (9:13) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why general managers skate when managers get fired, how good the Padres manager job is, could Tarik Skubal or Paul Skenes be dealt and why Ron Washington isn't managing the Angels next year. (18:40) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (25:08) The hosts debate the obvious calls for a salary cap with the Dodgers 2 wins away from another trip to the World Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners hurler George Kirby is starting ALCS Game 3, posing an obstacle for the Blue Jays to overcome their 2-0 series deficit. We delve into what to expect in this matchup. (Top) (11:29) Umpire Doug Eddings missed 24 calls in ALCS Game 2. Why was he behind the plate?  Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (18:28) In non-playoff news, Friar Territory hosts Kyle Glaser and Mike Cameron delve into what will make the new Padres manager successful. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting pitching is SO back. The Dodgers take both games on the road against the Brewers and bring their 2-0 series lead back to LA. Let’s talk out what happened in Game 2 and spin it forward to NLCS Game 3. Can the Brewers make this a series? Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. Hosts: Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blake Snell stole the spotlight in NLCS Game 1. We break down last night's game, including how so much went wrong on an INSANE double play! (Top of show) Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!   (22:10) Brewers manager Pat Murphy leads in his own way. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off.  (24:42) The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya stops by, and answers how past playoff runs helped shaped this year’s LA strategy. He takes the temperature on Snell's dominance, faith in Roki Sasaki and tries to think like manager Dave Roberts. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiger Territory host Cody Stavenhagen evaluates Detroit’s season and answers whether they will truly try to keep Tarik Skubal. He also reacts to POBO Scott Harris’ comments about the trade deadline and reveals what the Tigers need to fix after their ALDS loss. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (15:23) 2025 is the year of the southpaw, with left-handed starters dominating more than ever. What changed? Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Kyle Tucker re-sign with Chicago? North Side Territory co-host Sahadev Sharma gauges the Cubs' season and why they fell in the NLDS. He also ponders whether Chicago should’ve pursued more pitching at the trade deadline and if PCA needs to adjust his plate approach. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.