Foul Territory

22-year MLB veteran Gary Sheffield delivers a strong tribute to the late Dave Parker and his Hall of Fame case that took too long.Sheff also covers some epic stories from his days with the Yankees and drops a story on why modern baseball strategy might be ruining young players.Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik KratzBuy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deputy Executive Director of MLBPA Bruce Meyer reacts to commissioner Rob Manfred’s recent callout to players and the commish ambassador program.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.Bruce explains issues with the salary cap, revenue sharing, and a free agency deadline, including how it would impact players. Why are owners now more publicly vocal about a salary cap? Is there concern about a possible lockout? Plus, Bruce gives us a look into how negotiations about a salary floor fell apart.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULHosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which former manager is connected to all of the firings this season? Trivia at the top.(2:01) The Miz is SO LEGIT! Jacob Misiorowski dominates the Dodgers. What should the Brewers do at the trade deadline?(11:36) We briefly recap victories for the Guardians, Padres, and Blue Jays.(13:08) BREAKING NEWS: MLB will use the ABS challenge system in the All-Star Game!Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(27:14) There was a walk-off inside-the-park home run from...a catcher!(28:53) Dallas Keuchel signs with the Royals on a minor league deal.(30:37) Bryson Stott got his McCovey ball back from 2023.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(33:08) Junior Caminero is IN the Home Run Derby pool and replaces Alex Bregman on the All-Star roster too.(42:44) Rich dudes aren't always All-Stars. All-Stars don't always show up and they should.(44:38) Jazz Chisholm is moving back to 2nd base but who will man 3rd for the Yankees?TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings, in celebration of Amazon Prime Day! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers!(51:53) Bryan Reynolds has an interesting no-trade list. We explain why his choices make perfect sense.(57:19) AJ finally gets to ask his question of the day: What if MLB incentivizes teams by paying only a percentage of the competitive balance tax if teams sign players early?Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunGo to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dodgers infielder Max Muncy gives us an update on his knee, including the diagnostic process. He also details missing Clayton Kershaw’s 3,000th strikeout and Kersh's reaction to being an All-Star commish pick. Plus, Max weighs in on Orel Hershiser’s comments about the Astros and Andy Pages getting snubbed from the All-Star Game.Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal lays out what has changed for the Blue Jays, including manager John Schneider and the importance of sweeping the Yankees.Do the Rockies follow suit and fire their GM after the Nats move?Ken also touches on the weird timing of the Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez firings and how this impacts the Nationals at the trade deadline. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULHosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congrats to Manny Machado for logging his 2,000th hit!! We point out one of Machado’s underrated characteristics. (Top of Show)(8:57) We discuss the five known HR Derby participants and predict some other options to fill out the field.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(21:12) Fan question: What if the player of the month in June is automatically an All-Star? (22:51) Let's unpack The Athletic’s fresh top 10 power rankings.  Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(29:45) Which outfield trio is better: Cubs or Yankees?(32:30) As promised off the top, hear from AJ’s appearance on ESPN’s High School Scholastic Sports show.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunTAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings, in celebration of Amazon Prime Day! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Nationals cleaning house a week before holding the #1 pick in the MLB Draft. (Top of show) (4:43) Ken has a gripe with the All-Star player ballot, and weighs other All-Star snubs. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(10:28) The Toronto Blue Jays are baseball’s hottest team. (13:50) Inside Dish examines Yankees manager Aaron Boone’s role in the team’s recent slide. Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.(22:46) Ken takes your Grillin’ Ken questions via ChatBCC: if the Astros are the AL frontrunners and if the Cardinals will stay in contention. Join the conversation at foulterritory.chat (it’s free!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Post columnist Barry Svrluga explains the oddly timed firings of Dave Martinez and Mike Rizzo. He also sheds light on why the Lerner family stopped spending on the Nationals and whether this could lead to a potential sale of the team. Was Mike Rizzo’s tenure as GM successful? What happened to Dylan Crews?Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna RizzoGo to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are the Blue Jays for real? We hit a quick 2 minutes on the topic and then bring in (2:18) Toronto play-by-play broadcaster Dan Shulman to size up the strength of the roster and fan reactions to the club sweeping the Yankees.What is it like for Dan working with Buck Martinez and his radio broadcaster son? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna RizzoGet 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.

The Nationals fired manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo. (2:11) Are Washington’s issues their fault and what's with the timing?Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(10:26) FOUL TERRITORY ALL-STAR TAKEOVER announcement!(11:52) The Braves have fallen off a cliff.(13:28) Clarke Schmidt might need TJ surgery. What does this mean for the stumbling Yankees?(18:29) Alvin Kamara can't pitch.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.(21:04) Max Muncy gets the best possible news for his knee injury.(23:03) The Astros swept the Dodgers.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(30:49) Yu Darvish is back from the IL making his season debut on the mound vs. the D'backs tonight!(33:30) Who are the biggest All-Star snubs this year? We give our picks and Kratz shares how player voting works. (39:23) The Nationals have made their decision: Miguel Cairo is the interim manager.(44:53) Let's check out the game slate tonight.(50:53) AJ shares words about Bobby Jenks. RIPHosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna RizzoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.