Foul Territory

Does Seattle have the best team in baseball? We instantly react to their ALCS Game 2 victory in Toronto. As they head back home, how well-positioned are the M’s for their first World Series appearance in franchise history? Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is a manager job not sexy anymore? There are SO many openings. (1:39) BREAKING NEWS: Mike Shildt retires after two seasons as Padres manager. Kevin Acee from the San Diego Union-Tribune joins to elaborate on Shildt’s sudden exit. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (14:25) In more managerial news, Rob Thomson returns to the Phillies, and the Angels are exploring options beyond Albert Pujols. (16:09) The good, the bad, and the ugly today features MLB umpires during the playoffs.  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. (18:45) The Mainers rode the emotional rollercoaster to a Game 1 win. We look ahead to the rest of the ALCS, including how much Toronto's early hook decisions will impact the series.  Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (32:50) Yusei Kikuchi says the Angels don’t have AC in the weight room?! WTF?! (34:42) Trey Yesavage wants trolls to stop harassing his family online.  (36:17) Manager Pat Murphy is hosting a SHOW during his press conferences.  Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (38:37) There is a massive payroll disparity between the Brewers and the Dodgers. We preview the NLCS and highlight the numerous differences between these two sides. (47:30) Anthony Santander is out of the lineup for Toronto, but Nathan Lukes is a go.  Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alanna Rizzo hosts and welcomes ESPN’s Jesse Rogers to dig into the bombshell: Padres manager Mike Shildt is retiring from the role. (Top of show) (3:41) Rizzo and Rogers react to the Mariners winning ALCS Game 1 last night in Toronto and debate how the Blue Jays can level the series tonight.  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.  (8:00) Plus, a preview of the NLCS: will the Brewers continue their regular season success against the Dodgers?  (16:04) Inside Dish explores how the Cubs fell short this season. Rizzo and Rogers weigh their offseason outlook.  (22:10) Grillin' Jesse answers your questions, including Justin Steele's 2026 outlook, the best home field advantages left, starters turned relievers in October, David Ross' managing interest and if Buck Showalter could reunite with Manny Machado in San Diego. Go 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.

What went wrong with the 2025 Mets? Who is to blame? Former Mets Hitting Coach and 6x Gold Glover lays out his love for the team’s ownership, and how the team’s streaky nature contributed to a disaster finish. He also highlights why this year’s team was unfit for a pitching dominant era and comments on the best way to utilize Juan Soto going forward. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, 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.

Erik Kratz and Scott Braun bring instant thoughts on what went down in ALCS Game 1. Brilliant Seattle pitching, Jorge Polanco clutchness, and the season of Cal Raleigh continues. We spin it forward to Game 2 with an injury update on Nathan Lukes and breaking news during the show that the Mariners will throw Logan Gilbert on the mound in Toronto against rookie hotshot Trey Yesavage. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com We’ll have another postgame show like this after that Game 2!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman reveals how the club celebrated and prepared for the ALCS. He also analyzes Aaron Judge’s crazy home run last round and former teammate Orion Kerkering’s costly error. Jeff also explains what he’s seen from Vlad Jr. and how happy he is that he didn’t end up in Baltimore. Hosts: Kevin Pillar, 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.

What happened and what's next for the Phillies--was that the last dance? WIP radio host Jack Fritz joins FT to chat defeated Phils. (13:23) Friday news dumper: Jose Iglesias was handed a one-game suspension, and Xander Bogaerts got fined for an altercation with the umpires after NL Wild Card Game 3. How can MLB prevent this from happening again? (21:39) Why are the Blue Jays the team you should be rooting for this Postseason? Hosts: Kevin Pillar, 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.

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down a wild finish in Los Angeles as the Dodgers advance to the NLCS after an 11th-inning walk-off over the Phillies. (Top of show) (4:48) They discuss how the Phillies’ stars — Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, and Kyle Schwarber — struggled throughout the series while the Dodgers supporting cast stepped up when it mattered most.  (5:59) The hosts preview both upcoming Game 5 matchups: Tigers vs Mariners and Cubs vs Brewers. (10:03) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if we've seen Clayton Kershaw pitch his last game, how the Yankees management moves past their ALDS defeat and if Dave Dombrowski's job is in jeopardy. (20:00) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Postseason bracket update! And another announcement about our next postgame show, which is happening on Sunday night. (1:07) What an insane ending in the Phillies-Dodgers game. KP gives his instant reaction to Kerkering’s error, and we analyze aspects of the series for both side.  Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com (14:21) We applaud Orion Kerkering for accountability after the game.  (16:56) Game 5 in Milwaukee. What should we expect in the Cubs-Brewers do-or-die matchup? (32:57) Quickie debate about whether the Yankees should move on from Aaron Boone and/or Brian Cashman.  (35:41) Another Game 5 tonight, with the Mariners against the Tigers. Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish helps us preview the vital game and answers how the atmosphere will be in the city.  (52:56) We answer a fan question about when the Cubs can use Cade Horton. (54:45) Skip Schumaker is the new Rangers manager. Former Ranger KP reacts to the hire.  Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What trends are emerging this postseason on the pitching side that stand out from prior years and are hitters swinging earlier in counts than usual?  Then we feature the Mariners in our oh so popular "pick your poison" series. Hosts: Trevor May, 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.