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Breaking news right before the show. Sonny Gray has been traded to the Red Sox. Can he slot in behind Garrett Crochet or is there a bigger starting pitching move coming? How'd the Cardinals do with the return? Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod (17:21) Are the Cardinals a spot for relievers to go put in a year and get a nice deal? Andrew Kittredge and Phil Maton could be proving that. (19:56) Hal Steinbrenner says it's not a given that the Yankees are profitable. Is he serious??? (26:25) BetMGM has the Phillies' odds for winning the NL pennant. Do you have faith in Philly? (30:14) Bubba Chandler had some thoughts about the jump to the big leagues, and it involves thinking and limiting mistakes. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (33:43) Shohei Ohtani confirmed he'll play in the World Baseball Classic. The way he did it gave a jump scare though. (37:12) Tatsuya Imai said he wants to beat the Dodgers. Is that Buster Posey on the other line? (39:39) The Marlins and Kyle Stowers started extension talks and then stopped. Is Stowers worth $100M like his side is reportedly asking for? Hosts: Scott Braun, Erik Kratz, Kevin Pillar Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Murray has officially joined FT for regular insider spots! He reacts to the Mets-Rangers trade, including its impact on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz. He also predicts where Adolis García and Jonah Heim might go. Could the Angels be in a spot to get Cody Bellinger? Where does Michael King end up? Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod  (17:52) New Friar Territory co-host Marty Caswell lists the three major needs for San Diego this offseason. Marty also weighs in on whether Mason Miller will be a starter and how players will adjust to new manager, Craig Stammen. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden grades the Marcus Semien-Brandon Nimmo trade, and answers what’s next for the Rangers and Mets. He also comments on Ryan Helsley starter conversion talk, the Rockies sticking with Warren Schaeffer, and Grayson Rodriguez not needing an Angels physical.  Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod (24:31) Is Ryan Helsley a free agent reliever or starting pitcher? We debate whether Helsley can make the adjustment if a team wants him to start. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRADE ALERT! Brandon Nimmo is now a Ranger, and Marcus Semien is a Met. We analyze the exchange from both the Texas and New York perspectives.  (12:21) Tatsuya Imai might want to be on a team without Japanese players. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (14:03) What do the 2026 World Series winnings odds look like per state? (16:44) There are rumblings about the Pirates and Marlins actually spending this offseason. We examine how the upcoming Collective Bargaining Agreement might be influencing both owners.  (23:23) The Cubs signed pitcher Phil Maton to a two-year contract, and James McCann received a one-year deal with the Diamondbacks.  (26:36) Pittsburgh didn’t make an offer to Josh Naylor after all?! And Paul Skenes is now recruiting? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s trade between the Mets and Rangers involving Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien. (Top of show) (7:40) Ken unpacks his reporting over the weekend that teams are interested in free agent reliever Ryan Helsley becoming a starting pitcher. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (11:44) Inside Dish unpacks why the Pirates and Marlins, notorious penny pinchers, are signaling to free agents their willingness to spend real dollars to improve their clubs. Why now? (20:57) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Braves SS plans, Rangers options at 2B, and when will the Blue Jays strike. Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley joins the show with Kyle Gibson and Jim Hayes to talk all things Cardinals, free agency, and more. The guys also ask Helsley about his time in New York.  Follow the new look Cardinal Territory podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should the Guardians be trying to accomplish this offseason? Zack Meisel of The Athletic lists the team's offseason needs and how much they can spend. He also touched on Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, and the impact it had on the team moving forward. (9:55) Odds for the Guards to win the AL pennant aren't as lofty as you'd expect. (12:28) Scott shouts out the Mariners for signing former Cleveland slugger Josh Naylor back. Maybe deadline trades are good. Who knew?! Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Holiday shopping should start with FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Angels starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez reacts to Baltimore trading him and shares who he’s talked to with the Angels so far. He also explains how his elbow surgery went and what he might feel when he faces the Orioles. (22:08) Plus, Karl-Anthony Towns sold a Yoshinobu Yamamoto rookie card for $72,000!  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Guest requests? DM Foul Territory on IG and we'll write ya back :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB has a new deal for TV and streaming platforms. What does it all mean and did the commish recover from a key opt-out money miss last time? The Athletic Senior Sports Media Writer Andrew Marchand compares the deal to other sports. Other q's that come up: Are there too many platforms involved? What happens to the deal if there’s a lockout?  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Baseball the way it should be coveredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal analyzes how the Taylor Ward-Grayson Rodriguez trade impacts the offseason plan for Baltimore. We also ask him about free agents Cody Bellinger and Luis Arráez, along with the case for the Guardians to trade Steven Kwan. Plus, how will the Mets find rotation pieces differently than last year? (19:07) Afterwards, Cardinal Territory host Lance Lynn thinks there should be a winter trade deadline at the end of the winter meetings. Do we agree? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Support the mission! Baseball the way it should be covered --> FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.