Foul Territory

Blue Jays manager John Schneider stops by FT to discuss the challenges of roster decisions in spring training and what it will take for Toronto to win the AL East.Schneids expects major production from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette and explains why Daulton Varsho and Andrés Giménez are primed for bounce-back seasons.Got FT merch?? Now is the time: FoulTerritoryShop.comWith Vladdy and Bo’s impending free agency looming over the season, how does Schneider plan to manage that situation in the clubhousePlus, what went on behind the scenes when Toronto made a serious run at Japanese superstars Shohei Ohtani and Roki Sasaki? And what’s Schneider’s pitch for why more free agents should view Toronto as a top destination?Hosts: AJ, Kratz, BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commissioner Rob Manfred is reevaluating Pete Rose’s status on the ineligible list. If reinstated, will Rose still face an uphill climb to the Hall of Fame? (Top of show)(13:58) With Braves catcher Sean Murphy sidelined with a cracked rib, is top prospect Drake Baldwin ready to step up?(16:37) The Yankees' injury woes are already piling up in camp with Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieu, and Luis Gil all dealing with issues. Does this make a Nolan Arenado trade more likely? Which injury is the biggest concern?(19:30) Rays infielder Yandy Díaz uncharacteristically calls out some former teammates. What should we make of the comments from the Rays leader?(24:35) Francisco Lindor has been everything the Mets hoped for but does New York even need an official captain?Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball America's JJ Cooper, Ben Badler and Scott Braun profile each top prospect in the NL West, starting with the best prospect in baseball, Roki Sasaki. Why is the new Dodgers starter primed to dominate the Majors? (Top of Show)(9:33) Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge is flying up the ranks and may mash in MLB this season.(19:23) Geoff Pontes joins JJ and Scott to explain that D'Backs top prospect Jordan Lawlar still has youth and an opportunity to re-emerge as a force in the middle of the diamond.(28:37) Padres top prospect Leo De Vries can mash from both sides of the plate as the next-in-line "home run" A.J. Preller grabbed from the International Pool.(38:18) Rockies top prospect Chase Dollander has a Gerrit Cole-like fastball and a release point that could break the Coors Field curse.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 stud starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez stops by to talk about his camp battles, which teammates have had success against him and his thoughts on flashy bat flips.Then it's grizzled vet starter Charlie Morton reflecting on the key adjustments that changed his career and the mindset that has kept him going strong. Why did he choose Baltimore this offseason? What was it like during his legendary 2017 postseason run?Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik KratzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of the Monster Territory podcast Robbie Hyde sits down with former Red Sox front office executive and Mets General Manager Zack Scott to get his thoughts on the Red Sox offseason, a potential Rafael Devers position change, the farm system, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor talks about his upbringing as a Major League player and of course the addition of Juan Soto.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code FOULMets skipper Carlos Mendoza details the culture the Mets have created and why it is so attractive to players. How did Mendy gain the respect of the clubhouse in his first year? Carlos also discusses the move to sign Juan Soto how Clay Holmes and other starters get integrated into the rotation.Then it's Brett Baty telling us about the car Soto gave him, offseason swing adjustments and the difficulty of bouncing between the minors and MLB.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 FOULHosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardinal Territory host Katie Woo is joined by 2005 World Series champion and co-host of Foul Territory A.J. Pierzynski to discuss the direction of the St. Louis Cardinals. Are the Cards stuck in the middle? What will define a successful season? And can St. Louis compete in the division?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.

Starting pitcher Sean Manaea dives into his free agent journey back to the Mets, current oblique injury recovery, thriving with lower arm angles and offseason workout buddy Pete Alonso coming back.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code FOUL(12:11) Mets starter David Peterson breaks down his emergence last season after hip surgery, goals for 2025 and why he dominates the Phillies.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.Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mets slugger Pete Alonso is with us at the top of the show! He talks about signing back, the Juan Soto addition and teammate breakout candidates.(17:33) Jake Burger hit one of the most emotional home runs in Spring Training history. Our guys give us an inside look at how that feels.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(22:35) Bobby Witt Jr. has plans to improve in one category that he thinks he should be better at.(32:38) Aaron Judge is the heavy BETMGM favorite to lead MLB in homers but who else is a contender?(35:02) Three players with Chicago ties will be missing time.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code FOUL(37:33) Kratz and Cam shout out some former Big Leaguers who made a big difference for them in Spring Training.(41:50) Is Martin Perez’s confidence that the White Sox are contenders misplaced?Hosts: Cameron Maybin, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why did some St. Louis veterans decide to travel to Tampa this week to play in games? We asked skipper Oli Marmol about it. (top of show)(5:04) Oli dives into the impact Paul Goldschmidt has both on and off the field.(10:32) Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/foul and use code FOULMarmol also talks about Willson Contreras moving to first base, Sonny Gray's impact and the rise of 2024 1st rounder JJ Wetherholt.(21:26) Derek Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joins FT with an update on Nolan Arenado's status and the ongoing rebuild/youth movement.(26:24) 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 FOULHosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.