Foul Territory

The playoff picture is coming into focus. Ken Rosenthal breaks down the wild AL West race between the Mariners, Astros, and Rangers. (Top of show) (5:20) In the NL Wild Card chaos, the Mets, Giants, Reds, and Diamondbacks are all fighting for position.  Go to MeUndies.com/Foul and enter promo code FOUL for up to 50% off!   (9:50) Ken addresses the viral moment with Brewers team photographer Scott Paulus. (12:19) Inside Dish explores insights on Bryce Harper’s response to Kyle Schwarber’s spotlight season, and unpacks whether chemistry issues could derail the Mets despite their star power. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (21:34) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including AL contenders and Mariners World Series chances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary baseball author Jane Leavy discusses her new book, “Make Me Commissioner: I Know What’s Wrong with Baseball and How to Fix It”, and reveals what she would do in the role. Jane also delivers her take on several problems in baseball, including monetization, player/media relationships and the arm injury epidemic. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (21:14) Brooke Lazinsky, aka brookeknowsball on Instagram, introduces new MLB statistics that take clutch slugging situations to another level. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB veteran pitcher Matt Barnes dissects the Red Sox, including the tales of Aroldis Chapman his Rafael Devers trade analysis. Also, Matt delivers a strong take on the Framber Valdez cross-up controversy, the Yu Darvish PitchCom issue and the brand new Reliever of the Year award coming to baseball. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Get 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.

Reds rookie infielder Sal Stewart brings us into the clubhouse, sharing who he gets advice from and the mood during a Wild Card race. He also sheds light on his relationship with Manny Machado and Yonder Alonso, including a call-up surprise video. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB players are consuming fewer alcoholic drinks and engaging in less partying than in the past. Why is this happening and what's the hot new alternative? For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20. (10:22) Broadcaster Stephen Nelson reviews the state of the Dodgers, including the pitching staff's performance. Would Stephen prefer Clayton Kershaw or Shohei Ohtani going 6+ innings in a winner-take-all hypothetical? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal recaps the Mets and Phillies series, including whether Bryce Harper is now in the supporting cast. He dissects the AL West and we ask why the Orioles quietly promoted Mike Elias. Is this the CIA or what?! Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Frazier Friday and the playoff races are suddenly boiling. Toddfather has thoughts on what this feels like for a player. (Top of show) (2:56) The Mariners have tied the Astros for the AL West lead. We discuss what’s working for the Mariners and not working for the Astros.  Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (10:47) The Phillies swept the Mets. Our Resident Philadelphia reporter Kratz shares his series takeaways and what’s next for both teams.  (20:06) The Orioles are interested in an external candidate for GM and we learned that White Sox Assistant GM Josh Barfield said no. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20.  (21:57) There are man players on the IL for contending teams. We debate which injured player makes the biggest impact when he returns. (33:27) Jacob deGrom is the best in the league in a weird pitcher stat.  Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (35:25) We choose the most exciting series of the weekend out of the slim pickings.  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic Mets Senior Writer Will Sammon joins FT to evaluate the current Mets slide. He also explains why Juan Soto is taking more blame than he deserves and covers Ryan Helsley’s pitch tipping concerns.  Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (17:51) Reds TV Reporter Annie Sabo joins FT to evaluate where the Reds are at with a few weeks to go. Also, she explains what needs to happen to maximize the potential of All-Star Elly De La Cruz, and why veteran manager Terry Francona gives the team a performance boost. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss a favorite of pennant race baseball: unsung heroes. (Top of show) (1:08) The hosts weigh the issues with both New York teams - the Mets continue their second-half slide and the Yankees had a tough test with Detroit. (4:49) The Texas Rangers are surging towards playoff contention.  For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20. (10:17) Ken breaks news! The Baltimore Orioles are hiring a GM after quietly promoting Mike Elias to President of Baseball Operations. (13:18) Grillin' Ken answers questions about the Astros postseason chances and Brian Snitker's interest in managing next season. (16:18) Ken and Alanna reflect on the 24th anniversary of 9/11. (19:48) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (25:03) Ken shares his recent story about the Native Nations project to establish baseball talent pipelines among Native American communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the 24th anniversary of September 11th, 2001. We commemorate this day and speak on the role MLB played in healing USA after the tragic day. (4:40) The Tigers have the best record in the AL and it showed in a wax of the Yankees times TWO. Was this matchup an accurate depiction of postseason potential? Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (15:58) Does manager Brian Snitker have one more year in him with the Braves? Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (18:47) To Boston's disappointment, Aroldis Chapman is human.  (20:31) Mariners 2nd baseman Leo Rivas made his claim to fame! Plus, AJ is curious if the Mets can hold a playoff spot. (25:57) The Pirates pull Paul Skenes after 64 pitches…WHY?! (28:40) It looks like the Dodgers are taking the NL West. Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! (30:23) Mike Elias was secretly promoted to Orioles President of Baseball Operations. Does this expose a greater issue of MLB front office silence? (47:43) Chat Q! We give our thoughts on Orioles pitching moves heading into this season. Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.