Foul Territory

Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun react to MLB placing Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz on paid leave. (Top of show)(4:27) Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw reaches 3000 strikeouts but the team loses Max Muncy in the process.Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.(7:47) The Braves are unraveling. What assets will Atlanta sell at the Trade Deadline?(11:59) Ken and Scott take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including where Kershaw ranks as an all-time left-handed pitcher, if the Yankees will trade for a third baseman and why Ken gave Freddie Freeman his All-Star nod at first base. Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(22:08) Ken also crowns his Dude and Dork of the Week. (25:03) Ken explains that the Rangers' Adolis Garcia could be an intriguing Trade Deadline candidate.Catch Fair Territory podcast episodes sooner --> HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AL East is LIT. (Top of show)(4:41) Guardians starter Luis Ortiz was placed on non-disciplinary paid leave due to an investigation on TWO PITCHES. AJ's rant about betting in baseball is fierce here.Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.(28:01) What impact does the Luis Ortiz investigation have on Cleveland?(29:29) Rafael Devers is struggling since joining the Giants. Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(31:55) James Wood joins Cal Raleigh and Ronald Acuña Jr. in the Home Run Derby.Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with FT hosts and the FT Fam today! (36:36) Newly retired Kevin Pillar spoke on the Rangers clubhouse culture. Is the individual routine a theme in MLB?Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(46:08) Big Woo (Brandon Woodruff) returns to the mound for Brewers for the first time since 2023!(47:34) All-Star Game starters are released! Did the fans get it right?(54:04) Astros basher Yordan Alvarez may have accidentally hinted at a long-term injury to his hand.Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik KratzTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oops, FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal tells us how he is actually human and missed an All-Star pitcher in his latest article. Ken also hits tough calls and underdog All-Stars.A’s starter Luis Severino’s numbers don’t necessarily make him an attractive trade candidate.Also, Ken talks possible trade deadline fixes for the Yankees and we talk Tigers and Blue Jays in here too.Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go tohttps://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunBuy or sell your next car today at https://CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superman centerfielder Kevin Pillar officially calls it a career on FT. He tells us why he chose to announce it now and how it's difficult saying goodbye.Why can’t the Rangers hit? KP lists some reasons for a disappointing sum of parts in Texas and the comments went a lil viral.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys discuss sites and sounds playing in the poker tournament in Vegas. (Top of show)(6:44) The Giants pic up Bob Melvin's '26 option. Why is there so much secrecy around manager salaries?Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.(12:44) Chris Sale lands on the 60-day IL. (15:30) Yordan Álvarez will be out for longer. Are the Astros going to finally feel the injury bug being without Jeremy Peña?Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(22:17) Paul Skenes found his post-playing career profession.(23:26) The Jays were feeling it yesterday on Canada Day against the Yankees.Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(25:21) The guys debate Jim Bowden's article about the most likely trade candidates this Trade Deadline szn.(38:48) Where do the guys want to see another All-Star Game?Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with FT hosts and the FT Fam today! Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former MLB outfielder Dexter Fowler sheds light on his experience as a commissioner ambassador and how the league and players can mend their relationship. What’s needed to boost marketing efforts?Diving into his career, Dexter compares the experiences he had on different teams (Rockies, Astros, Cubs, Cardinals, and Angels) and identifies his favorite manager. What were his most cherished moments on the 2016 Cubs besides winning the World Series? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunGo to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10x Gold Glover Andruw Jones started announcing his Team Netherlands roster for next year's World Baseball Classic.Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Andruw also touches on the Braves' collapse and if the Hall of Fame snubs centerfielders. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunNutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! Will there be a Shohei Ohtani Day in the future?The Red Sox waxed the Reds with an historic night from Wilyer Abreu. Was Chase Burns tipping pitches? (4:03) Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(12:53) Is Zack Wheeler on track for an NL Cy Young Award?Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.(17:38) Cal Raleigh hits number 33, so who's AL MVP of the 1st half? Intense debate begins!(23:23) Tarik Skubal and the Tigers created a huge rating boost for Sunday Night Baseball. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(25:49) We dissect The Athletic's MLB Power Rankings for the week and give love to the Astros for thriving.(35:46) All but 9 teams are within 4 games of playoff spot. Who ya got?(37:07) Luis Arráez has missed only 5% of swings over the last 14 days, that's best in MLB.(38:32) Congratulations to Tucker Barnhart on retiring!Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former GM Jim Bowden has key trade ideas for a number of clubs and the names include Merrill Kelly, Kyle Stowers, and Sandy Alcantara.We also talk to JB about Jeremy Peña’s injury, Luis Severino’s A’s complaints and why the Cubs should win the 2025 NL Central trade war.Then it’s The Athletic’s Will Sammon swinging by to tell us about a sinking Mets team.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunNutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets putrid showing over the weekend as owner Steve Cohen preaches patience. (0:50)(3:26) The Phillies take the NL East lead but Ken is not all that impressed with Philly either.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(5:31) The Astros top the Cubs in Kyle Tucker’s return to Houston. They're surging with Yordan Álvarez still sidelined. (7:03) The Blue Jays are flying high heading into a huge four game series against the Yankees. (9:32) After last season's ALCS appearance, this year's Guardians are a big disappointment. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(12:00) Ken’s Inside Dish explores his long-awaited Aaron Judge story finally seeing the light of day. (20:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the A's will trade Luis Severino because he doesn't like Sacramento's mound, if the Tigers are underappreciated, if O'Neil Cruz is available and if the Red Sox ought to move on from Walker Buehler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.