

Foul Territory
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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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Apr 11, 2025 • 30min
FairT: Vlad Jr.'s HUGE bonus, Astros implode, Mike Elias hot seat?
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to more details surfacing in Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s monster extension with the Toronto Blue Jays. (Top of show) BTW: TAP IN to subscribe to the Fair Territory podcast channel.Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions apply, see site for details.(8:50) The hosts also dive into the Baltimore Orioles thin rotation, and why Mike Elias’ offseason approach bears the blame. (11:26) The Houston Astros fell flat in Seattle yesterday, and are off to another rocky start. (13:48) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including what the players want in the next CBA, hot seats for Brandon Hyde and Bud Black, where Bo Bichette goes from here and should a team call Lance Lynn?(21:51) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 2025 • 45min
Vladdy’s BIG bonus, Wild Mariners & Giants comebacks, Creative White Sox L, O’s Burnes offer revealed, Is Devin Williams OK?
GIVEAWAY TIME! TAP IN to enter for a chance to win adidas Adizero impact+ florals! (Top of show) Let's hit that Mariners comeback win over Houston.(8:33) Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions apply, see site for details.(12:49) That Vladdy Jr. signing bonus was WOAH! We explain the details.(16:27) Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.(23:04) Is Devin Williams ok?(24:57) Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(25:59) We breakdown Ken Rosenthal's article on the failed offer attempt by the Orioles to retain Corbin Burnes.(34:54) Crazy plays at the plate, including the White Sox finding a unique way to lose.(43:00) AJ's take on Ohtani vs. the Babe for innings pitched.Host: AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 2025 • 9min
Nationals checkup w/Andrew Golden
Was a series victory over the Dodgers a defining series for the Nationals? We talk to Washington Post beat writer Andrew Golden about the state of the franchise, including a check on their top arm and top bat.Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions apply, see site for details.Hosts: AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 2025 • 24min
Twins checkup with Dan Hayes
Do the Minnesota Twins need shakeup? The Athletic reporter Dan Hayes tells us about a stale offense, mandatory BP, Jax > Duran and stingy trade talks leading to less activity.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.Hosts: AJ, EK, SBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 2025 • 16min
Is Kyle Tucker the next $500mil man? KT & Cubs convo w/Sharma
How much money did Kyle Tucker just add to his value with this $500mil Vladdy Jr. contract? We ask North Side Territory host (and Cubs reporter) Sahadev Sharma about KT, odds that the Cubs keep him and then we ask about rookie Matt Shaw's early reviews.Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunFoulTerritoryShop.com to support the mission! Baseball the way it should be covered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2025 • 50min
Kenley’s 450th save, M’s lose Robles, Injury city, Flaherty’s Yanks chip, Hample interference
There were SO many injuries Tuesday and more news popping up Wednesday. (01:42) We start with the Mariners losing Victor Robles for a while and the Orioles received a timetable for Zach Eflin’s lat strain.Schedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions apply, see site for details.(08:07) Kenley Jansen racked up his 450th save. Hall of Famer?Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life!(14:44) Zack Hample is a notorious baseball souvenir catcher and he was involved in an interference call last night. It sparks a convo about an interesting night for Christopher Morel.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(24:37) The Padres suffered some injury blows and it sparks a discovery…AJ has never had a cramp?(29:53) Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen blasted a Marlins manager move. Was he in the right? Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunVisit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2025 • 21min
Max Muncy on new Ohtani celly, Torpedo ditch backstory, Chilly vibes
What's that new celebration the Dodgers are doing? (8:42) Dodgers slugger Max Muncy explains what and why.We start with a conversation about his torpedo bat experience.(3:16) Wait, so 162-0 wasn't a thing?(11:12) Max breaks down his matchups against Aaron Nola and who he thinks has the best curveball in the game. How does Funky Muncy handle the cold weather early in the season? Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunGo to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2025 • 14min
Ken Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Pirates’ Clemente mishap, Vladdy money, Overlooked Phillies?
We ask FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal about the aftermath of the Vladdy Jr. extension and how it could impact upcoming free agent Kyle Tucker. (3:22) What about Bo Bichette potentially being next?Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(8:04) Ken also hits his thoughts on the Phillies and Giants starting fast. (9:44) Also, WTF did the Pirates just do with the Roberto Clemente signage removal?Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunVisit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 8, 2025 • 52min
MLB Power Rankings, Hunter Greene’s FIRE, Kristian Campbell’s rise
The Giants were on fire and Hunter Greene doused that run last night with a gem. Early Cy Young frontrunner alert? (Top of show)(14:10) How has Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell impressed with some of his advanced stats early in the year?Go to Hungryroot.com/FT and use code FT to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life!(18:32) The Orioles might have just lost another key starting pitcher for a while.(21:03) Spencer Arrighetti's unfortunate injury sparks discussion about flying baseballs causing scary situations before games.(24:43) BIG MLB Power Rankings update. How did we do?!Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunGo to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 8, 2025 • 22min
Rockies checkup w/Kelsey Wingert-Linch: Dollander’s call, Veen time, Fans booing Kris Bryant
The Rockies are amping up the youth movement early in the season with call-ups of top pitching prospect Chase Dollander and hyped outfielder Zac Veen. Rockies broadcaster Kelsey Wingert-Linch drops info on these two, including a hilarious story about Dollander finding out the news.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $3 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.What's up with Kris Bryant these days and should the Rox be doing something different to spark their ballclub out of the doldrums?Hosts: AJ, EK, SBSchedule your PXG golf club fitting today at PXG.com/foul to save up to 20% on your entire order. Restrictions apply, see site for details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.