Foul Territory

Jim Bowden just released his starting rotation rankings and we sort through what we like and don’t agree with. Are the Mariners and Pirates underrated? What about the Cubs getting unfairly dismissed? Plus, reaction to Rob Manfred’s latest comments on the Rays stadium situation and why he’s tougher on Tampa than the A’s.Hosts: Toddfather, Kratz, Danny Graves, BraunGot FT merch? FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball America's JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Ben Badler and Carlos Collazo join Scott Braun to profile the top prospect from each AL Central team.Guardians top prospect Travis Bazzana is continuing to improve and could reach the big leagues by season's end. (Top of show)(9:09) White Sox top prospect Noah Schultz reminds evaluators of a Hall of Fame lefty, and as JJ explains, it's time to get him ready for a Big League workload.(19:53) Tigers top prospect Jackson Jobe's otherworldly pitch mix makes him a future ace in the big leagues.(28:42) The 2023 draft lottery vaulted the Twins to 5th, paving the way for top prospect Walker Jenkins to impact the Twin Cities for years to come.(37:30) Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone's mammoth power already rivals that of baseball's biggest mashers.Hot Sheet airs weekly at 3:30 ET Monday on the Baseball America YouTube channel. Get yourself a BA subscription at BaseballAmerica.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez updates us on timetable to return. What is the rehab process like?Grayson analyzes the comments made by Coby Mayo when he was optioned and also covers the news about the Marlins getting rid of bullpen sessions in favor of sim games.How are the O’s prepping for Opening Day? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Wells and Anthony Volpe carried their hot springs into the regular season— are they the answers to some of the Yankees' biggest questions? Deesha Thosar from Fox Sports swings by with thoughts on the 2025 Yankees and then we jump to the other squad in the city.On the Mets side, Deesha breaks down concerns about their questionable rotation—are they putting too much faith in reclamation projects rather than adding proven, high-end starters?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.Orioles front office leader Mike Elias claims the pitching staff is their greatest strength. Agree or nah? We kick it around with Baltimore reporter Steve Melewski, who covers a dominant Opening Day win for the O’s over Toronto. Steve also reacts to Adley Rutschman’s two-homer performance and discusses the leadership he brings on and off the field. Plus, how wrong is general manager Mike Elias when he says the Orioles' pitching staff is their biggest strength?Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're live from Nation Kitchen & Bar at The Banks in Cincinnati! (top of show) Let's talk Opening Day overreactions and...underreactions? The Mets offense is still powerful despite a slow Opening Day. The Reds bullpen imploded in the ninth but was it bad pitching or poor decision-making by Terry Francona? The Diamondbacks looked shaky against the Cubs and the Angels fell flat against an awful White Sox roster.  Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpod(11:23) MLB.TV took the biggest Opening Day L.(12:54) The Red Sox bullpen takes a little hit with the Liam Hendriks injury but they'll be OK, right?(13:40) Ump show coming in hot that might've cost the Pirates game 1. Should GM Ben Cherington be on the hot seat?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.(26:07) Wholesome quote in here from a Red Sox rookie.(28:15) The crew reacts to standout performances from Shohei Ohtani and Spencer Torkelson in an electric Dodgers-Tigers matchup. Braves fans are furious after their bullpen collapse—are they justified or overreacting? And Fernando Tatis Jr. explains why he’s ready to take his game to another level this season.We basically hit every game from Opening Day in this pod :)(49:48) A look at weekend matchups.Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Danny Graves, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Predictions rolling in from a big panel of FT hosts on division winners, Wild Cards and their World Series predictions. (2:38) Let us know who picked it best!A lil fun at the top with an AI look at the top MLB pitchers in 5 years. (top of show)(7:14) 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.(8:17) Scott drops his always funky season predictions and we get the world's most popular baseball simulation involved.(14:35) Predictions part 2 gets to the individual awards.(16:55) Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers.(32:40) MLB Futures Bets for the season coming in hot! Many over/under win totals in here.Hosts: AJ, EK, SB, Toddfather, Danny GravesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Opening Day! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the 2025 season. The National League won't be a cakewalk for the Dodgers. Baseball's best teams reside in the "senior circuit." (Top of show) (2:45) The AL West feels up grabs between three teams. Plus, would a healthy Mike Trout be available at this year's trade deadline?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.(8:50) Juan Soto has more than 700 million reasons to smile - what does a successful first year in Queens look like? (12:37) Ken and Alanna also answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Jordan Montgomery's situation, Padres possibility of trading Michael King, Opening Day's best pitching matchup, chances the Angels will be competitive and possible friction in the Red Sox clubhouse.(22:12) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora announced Rafael Devers will be the full-time DH and Alex Bregman will play third. (Top of show)(5:28) Jazz Chisholm Jr. & Miguel Rojas BEEF continues.(8:08) 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.(11:24) ABS in Spring Training was a smash hit.(14:08) Joe Buck joins FT before calling Opening Day at Yankee stadium. (24:38) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal swings by with top MLB storylines for 2025 and answers to q's like why didn't the Orioles or Angels lock up any of their young core?(38:34) Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers.(39:34) New seg alert! Data Dish calculates some wild but true stats for Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani. Hosts: Todd Frazier, A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Danny Graves, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will the Chicago Cubs bounce back from two real losses to the Dodgers in the Tokyo Series?North Side Territory host (and Athletic reporter) Patrick Mooney weighs in on the starting rotation, Matt Shaw’s rookie ride, bullpen depth and the rest of the division.Patrick also theorizes why the Cubs did not go all-in this offseason.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpodHosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reports on recent contract extensions for catchers Cal Raleigh and Alejandro Kirk. With the Automated Strike Zone system coming soon, could these contracts lose value?Visit Homage.com/FoulTerritory and use code FoulTerritory for 20% off for all first time Homage shoppers.Cam Smith earned a spot on the Astros Opening Day roster but is Houston rushing its top prospect? A sad ending to Jordan Montgomery’s awful tenure with the Arizona Diamondbacks. What does the pitcher’s future look like after a second Tommy John surgery? Ken also gives exclusive updates on his recent story about the Minnesota Twins potential sale.The White Sox can’t be worse than last season’s historically bad performance...right? (14:27) The Red Sox trimmed down their amateur scouting department. Is it the right call?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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.