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Baseball the way it should be covered and exclusive interviews with MLB studs #FTLive hosted by AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Cameron Maybin, Trevor May, Jason Kipnis, Jonathan Papelbon, Scott Braun, insider Ken Rosenthal and PTBNL. The world is our clubhouse.
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May 27, 2025 • 43min
Acuña time, Skubal's Maddux, Ohtani’s pitching timeline, MVP PCA?
Ronald Acuña Jr. is back with a BANG! Also Braves manager Brian Snitker is pissed at his home field conditions. (Top of show)Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order.(9:05) Tarik Skubal tossed a unique Maddux gem, the Angels signed Chris Taylor and Pete Crow-Armstrong is the MVP frontrunner.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(21:14) Mark Kotsay’s ejection was a walk of shame and Max Muncy’s obstruction call was absurd.Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(29:55) When will Sho throw? An update on Ohtani here.(35:19) Whit Merrifield has thoughts on the ATL dirt too.Hosts: Jason Kipnis, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2025 • 7min
Mayday! Acuña’s return, Ohtani facing hitters, Cubs/Cards W’s, Record Cruz missile, Ruf v. Reds
Trevor May gets you caught up on long weekend happenings, including a record homer from Pirates basher Oneil Cruz, Cubs & Cardinals W’s, Ronald Acuña Jr. with a loud return, Shohei Ohtani’s next pitching rehab step and former Big Leaguer Darin Ruf suing the Reds.Check out more from Trevor on his Mayday! podcast HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2025 • 23min
Best pitcher in baseball debate + Mariners rookie Logan Evans joins
What pitcher right now would you want to start Game 1 of the World Series for your team. We kick around a mini rankings.(5:15) Seattle starting pitcher Logan Evans tells us how the organization unlocked his potential.We also dip back to the NIL scene as Logan talks about being one of the first classes of players to enter the transfer portal. Logan also discusses the personalities in the M’s clubhouse. Hosts: Erik Kratz, A.J. Pierzynski, Scott BraunGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 2025 • 23min
Reds Outfielder Will Benson
Recent NL Player of the Week Will Benson breaks down this season for him, which started in the minor leagues.Will gives his take on Dalton Rushing having to adjust to not playing daily in MLB with the DodgersWho does Will like to watch and emulate?Will also explains the difference Tito Francona brings to the Reds. Hosts: Erik Kratz, A.J. Pierzynski, Scott BraunGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 2025 • 17min
Giants closer Ryan Walker
Does he go by reliever or closer? We ask SF pitcher Ryan Walker about his status.Ryan covers the importance of variety and deception for arms and gets to Buster Posey’s front office transition.Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 2025 • 28min
Ken Rosenthal on Cardinals run, O’s fire sale, Guardians needs, Blue Jays status, Skenes + Ruf’s lawsuit vs Reds
If the Cardinals stay close enough, do they buy big at the trade deadline? We run through a number of clubs with FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal and kick around a different type of GM that could take over for the Pirates if Ben Cherington is fired.(19:26) Former Big Leaguer Darin Ruf is suing the Cincinnati Reds over a career-ending injury at Great American Ballpark. We debate if there's any merit to the lawsuit.Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunDownload the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2025 • 31min
DT: Dodgers PC Mark Prior Talks Pitching Injuries, Ohtani Timeline
Shohei Ohtani is inching closer to joining the Dodgers' pitching staff with the latest positive rehab updates from manager Dave Roberts. Dodgers Territory hosts Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas discuss the latest in the progression of Sho-Time (2:40).Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior joins the show and opens up about the rash of injuries that has the pitching staff running on fumes. (5:50) Prior also shares new updates on Shohei (9:30), Roki Sasaki (15:01), and the emergence of LA ace, Yoshinobu Yamamoto (11:20). Plus, thoughts on Clayton Kershaw, Jackson Ferris, and more! (18:19)Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.comFinally, Alanna and Clint look ahead to the upcoming series with the New York Mets. (27:26)Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2025 • 23min
NST: Cubs Ast. GM Jared Banner
Cubs assistant GM Jared Banner joins North Side Territory hosts Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney for a conversation about PCA-mania. Banner’s insights are from his time with the Mets, overseeing their farm system when it included Pete Crow-Armstrong, as well as his role in welcoming PCA into the Cubs organization following the Javier Báez trade.Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account.Use code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on Rhoback.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 2025 • 18min
Jeff Fletcher talks SOARING Angels
How are the Angels on such an absolute heater right now? We ask Orange County Register beat writer Jeff Fletcher about what he's seeing and we also get an update on Mike Trout's recovery. What happens if this turns back around and the Angels miss the playoffs--will they make major changes?Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunDownload Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 2025 • 17min
Matt Carpenter talks retirement & EPIC untold Yadi story
Longtime St. Louis slugger Matt Carpenter tells us about his retirement and an EPIC untold story about former teammate Yadi Molina calling him out.We ask Carp about a potential coaching future and the 3-time All-Star reflects on other standout memories.Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunUse code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on https://Rhoback.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.