FT Live - Rosenthal on Arte's talent dump, Counsell next Mets manager?? + Braves/Dodgers madness & JJ Cooper on The Martian debut!

FT Guest - Joe Ryan on Twins life, Olympics with Toddfather, Grateful Dead collab & Sonny Gray podbombing!: This Twins playoff team took off in the second half and Joe Ryan has one of the reasons why it happened. Sonny Gray is the best...teammate...ever! Sonny makes a quickie appearance in this convo on the field with SB, Toddfather, Danny Graves. What's it like living in the Olympic village? And finding out you've been traded to the Twins while out there? Joe's got more for us on the cramped living situation, missing his Olympic ring, and later we get to his t-shirt partnership with the Grateful Dead. All the ways to follow FT -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

13 min listen

Tigers GM hire, Lazy Mets, Castellanos imaginary friend, Team spies, & Snell HOF??: Is Blake "Cy" Snell on track to be a Hall of Famer? Pierzynski brings it up for Stadium's Russ Dorsey to think about. Russ also has info on the Tigers fresh General Manager hire...who is coming from the NHL? We lead off with Tommy Pham bringing some cold truth about the Mets position players to light. How much does this work ethic claim contribute to their disaster season? And is it a similar story in San Diego or should their team spy take the hit? Braun, Kratz & AJ also get to Nick Castellanos talking himself into a nasty play, Giancarlo Stanton hating his season, and the Brewers feeling that Josh Donaldson rain. Follow FT everywhere -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

65 min listen

BA's Kyle Glaser on why prospects rise faster now + Jackson Holliday, Nolan Schanuel, Ethan Salas & 2024 Yanks rookies: It's prospect palooza with Baseball America's Kyle Glaser picking out his favorite rookie callup that he's tracking this season. Down in the farm, we get a heat check on Orioles phenom Jackson Holliday. When is it time?! There's a big pic convo on why the prospect rise is speeding up and also how it affects trades. The Dodgers farm system gets a shoutout, we check on the Yanks system and how wild is the story of Padres catching prospect Ethan Salas?? If there's someone in baseball we need to have on the show for uncensored FT talk, let us know! -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

24 min listen

FT Guest - Garrett Stubbs on teammate Bryce Harper losing at-bats b/c of Angel Hernandez & the Rhys Hoskins playoff comeback quest: Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs doesn't hold back about teammate Bryce Harper losing at-bats because of the usual player spat with umpire Angel Hernandez. Also, what are the chances that Rhys Hoskins makes an epic playoff comeback? Stubbs later tells Kratz, Braun and Toddfather why a Phillies home playoff game should be on the same bucket list as visiting the pyramids in Egypt! The Phils backup catcher is #1 in the clubhouse party power rankings with an explanation on why "champagne and tequila is the only PED I need" lol. Why is "Dancing On My Own" really back this season as the Phillies theme song?? We have more FT heat on Angel Hernandez being a problem -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

30 min listen

AL playoff picks, Matt Gelb on Fried to IL & Phillies NL rank + Easy dunks on trash takes by Stephen A. & BK: Which AL wildcard contender is about to be playing golf in a week? (9:23) We have thoughts. DM us yours. (17:40-29:05) The Athletic's Matt Gelb sizes up the Phillies/Braves tale of the tape and we ask him if the Max Fried blister IL news might tilt the pendulum closer to Philly. (1:28-9:22) AJ Pierzynski calls the AL East for Baltimore but Lorenzo Cain tells us about the x-factor on the sched that could lead to a Rays comeback to grab the division! (36:04) Hot Corner claps back at Stephen A. Smith for hating baseball, Brian Kenny for a clown offer to Shohei Ohtani and the A's for the dumbest Miggy gift ever. (32:05) Each FT host picks their favorite rookies that they've watched this season. So many options! -- Download and play MLB 9 Innings 23 today for free! by Foul Territory

56 min listen

Ken Rosenthal on Yankees not maximizing Judge/Cole, Pham's Mets slam & 3rd wildcard returns: Why aren't we hearing much about the Yankees interest in Shohei Ohtani? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal mixes that into his convo about Gerrit Cole living up to the hype and next steps for the Yanks. What was the reaction from the Mets to Tommy Pham calling out their work ethic? And Ken tells us if he likes the third wildcard effect in MLB. Watch Ken on Fair Territory too :) -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

18 min listen

FT Guests - Paul Sewald says Cardinals stink, Yanks food slaps & more on the D'Backs wildcard chase + Kacy Clemens: Did Paul Sewald just tell it like it is?! Yup, the Cardinals stink in Arizona and the Diamondbacks are fighting for their playoff lives. The Az closer talks home attendance, scoreboard watching, and finishes with an observation about his postseason persona. Also covered with LoCain, Pierzynski, Kratz & Braun: the elite recovery room in Az and the best clubhouse spread in the game. Then it's a convo with Kacy Clemens about his bro striking out Ohtani, his dad striking out the world, and TeaZa replacing tobacco. -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

32 min listen

Inside Dish - Ken Rosenthal on the Manager carousel, AL wildcard, Trout's dilemma, Marlins got screwed & Braves down a notchInside Dish - Ken Rosenthal on the Manager carousel, AL wildcard, Trout's dilemma, Marlins got screwed & Braves down a notch: How crazy could the AL West get this weekend? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal is back to preview the end of the regular season and starts off with his reasoning for knocking the Braves down a notch. Ken gets into his story on Mike Trout needing to demand more from Angels owner Arte Moreno with follow-up q's from AJ, Toddfather, Braun & Kratz. Also covered: Manager carousel (Counsell, Showalter, Cora beef with Bloom), Mets grounds crew clueless about the weather and the 10-year anniversary of Todd Frazier breaking Ken's pinkie finger! Tap it if you're trying to follow FT on allll the socials -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for by Foul Territory

26 min listen

Wild Card series was a quickie + Jayce Tingler on Berrios pulled early, Twins slump-busting & Padres thoughts: Was Twins bench coach Jayce Tingler shocked that Jose Berrios was pulled after just three dominant innings for the Jays?! (18:09) Adam Jones, Kratz and Braun crush the decision by Toronto's "brain trust" (4:15) and then bring the topic to Jayce when he swings by. Also covered with Tingler: (12:20) Twins squash the bad playoff streak, (23:09) inside word on the Correa pickoff play, Byron Buxton sitting out, tough times for his former club in San Diego, and a hilarious reply when he hears that some people thought Kevin Gausman was tipping pitches in Game 1! (41:29) Adam Jones slams the long layoff excuse that could be coming soon for the first round bye teams. He also answers a fan question about playoff seeding by suggesting he'll bring it up to commissioner Rob Manfred. Look out for playoff watch parties & postgame shows on FT Youtube for the Division Series! -- Use discount c by Foul Territory

51 min listen

FT Guest - Jordan Montgomery thriving as hot contender trade bait + rabid playoff-ready Rangers fans & trouble with the Yanks: His bags were packed for Texas before he even knew he was going there! Now it's time to shine before Jordan Montgomery hits the free agent market. What's it going to be like in Arlington for the new ballpark's first Rangers playoff home game?! Erik Kratz brings out the best in his former teammate (like how much do you pay attention in the dugout??) and Pierzynski proposes a hired assassin concept to Monty that is firmly denied! Also covered: how badly the Cardinals missed Yadi this season and the Steinbrunner family member who served as the facial hair police. FT merch feels right for the postseason -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

35 min listen

FT Guest - Spencer Steer on Votto's future, the new De La Cruz entree, playing everywhere & MLB's new run game: Many Reds we connected with this past week called Spencer Steer team MVP! Todd Frazier, Danny Graves and Braun sat down with the do-it-all rookie in Cincinnati to get his thoughts on the longtime team MVP Joey Votto, the Reds run game, and how Steer handles playing everywhere. What meal would Steer want named after him? Why do you ask?! Elly's new meal just debuted at a local hotspot. FT Tik Tok for a minute -- Check out LaunchHydrate.com for 20% off on all 4 flavors when you use claim code 20FOULLAUNCH by Foul Territory

14 min listen

FT Guests - Pablo Lopez on Twins surge & Arraez trade, Kyle Farmer on the worst 1st week ever in Minnesota: What changed with Minnesota in the 2nd half that led them to a division crown? Twins starter Pablo Lopez delivers a thoughtful response and runs through how he ended up in this spot instead of being a doctor. The former Marlin sits down with Todd Frazier, Danny Graves and Braun to also cover being traded for Luis Arraez along with key tips he's been getting from Sonny Gray and "fun fact" Joe Ryan. Then it's Pablo's teammate Kyle Farmer casually recalling his brutal week earlier in the season getting hit in the face by a pitch...but wait there was more bad news! On the positive side, Farmer reminisces about his Reds days winning team MVP a year ago and informing us about the different tech available for hitters to thrive in today's game. FT Youtube stays hot -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of p by Foul Territory

25 min listen

Fair Territory - Wildcard CHAOS, Outlooks for pending free agents, Bob Melvin's future & dorks are bad gift-givers: Ken Rosenthal explores some pending free agents and their possible offseason outlooks - including Shohei Ohtani, Blake Snell, Josh Hader and more. And it's the last week of the regular season! Ken examines the wild wildcard hustle. Tip of the cap to the Dude who reached his round number & shame on the lame gift the Dorks gave Miguel Cabrera. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Bob Melvin's future in San Diego, why anyone agrees to a mutual option & the three books Ken would want if deserted on an island for a year. Watch a fresh Fair Territory every week! -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

30 min listen

Boog Sciambi on Acuna montage :) Tito’s farewell, Cubs crumbling + Julio v. Neris!: Did you hear those viral comments from the Cubs broadcasters about Ronald Acuna Jr. celebrating 40/70? (27:46) We hit up Boog Sciambi for the aftermath and he’s like idgaf! (34:23) We also hit Boog on the Cubs collapse, his Twitter account getting hacked and his surprise reply to the chances of Chicago signing Shohei Ohtani. (24:14) Did you see Hector Neris go after Julio Rodriguez?! Toddfather, AJ, Kratz and Braun have conspiracy theories. Also covered: ACuna 40/70 (3:04), NL wildcard picture (12:20) and Terry Francona's farewell (14:14) DM FT your thoughts about baseball and/or life -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

56 min listen

FT Guest - Tyler Stephenson on quarterbacking "America's team", an epic Reds rookie class & fantasy football stress!: What is in the rookie water in Cincinnati this season?! Tyler Stephenson tells Todd Frazier, Danny Graves, and Braun about why the player development plan is crafting instant hits. We talk to the Reds catcher about managing a pitching staff that keeps changing starters and press him to pick the MVP of the 2023 Reds. Stephenson is a rookie...in fantasy football. Toddfather has some advice. Also, did America's team lose its nickname?!?! Foul Territory TV -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

14 min listen

FT Guest - Ryan O'Hearn on O's clincher rager, picking Adley or Salvy and why does he rake now?!: Wait, the Orioles ran out of beer at their playoff party?! Ryan O'Hearn spills the tea and tells LoCain, AJ, Kratz and Braun about how the change of scenery from KC to Baltimore worked like a charm. Also covered: what does it take for a successful rebuild, his average sleep hours and will Adley or Salvy win more World Series rings?! Don't miss AJ exposing LoCain's Rays division title pick :) -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

18 min listen

The AL West beautiful mess, Twins clinch hard, Votto’s encore and is Braves pitching OK?: What. Just. Happened…in the AL West this weekend?? How pissed are the Astros about that Royals sweep, did the M’s run out of gas and are the Rangers a World Series threat again? Stadium’s Russ Dorsey joins AJ, Kratz & Braun on the AL wildcard breakdown along with a look at the Braves playoff pitching staff after losing Charlie Morton until at least the NLCS. Also covered: can the Twins win a playoff series and did we just witness Votto’s farewell?? by Foul Territory

48 min listen

Verlander shoves M's, Trout reax to trade q's, Snell locked up Cy Young & leave Hader alone?: Intense debate rages on when we talk out Josh Hader and Padres manager Bob Melvin answering questions about Hader's usage in their one-run loss to the Giants. We start with Justin Verlander's BIG MAN performance to get the Astros back on track in essentially a playoff series against the Mariners. Updated AL and NL wildcard thoughts are here. Did Mike Trout just hint at an offseason trade?! We dissect the emotional comments from the Angels legend and run a little poll on if he'll be traded this offseason. AJ, Kratz & Braun also tell the world why the NL Cy Young race is a lock for Blake Snell. Your thoughts? DM FT -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

58 min listen

Bryce Harper v. bad ump + Ken Rosenthal on O's AL East crown, Mets rewashing out Marlins, LFG M's & Julio v. Neris part II: Who did the Marlins piss off? We're hot on yet another rainy mess-up in NYC. (2:10) (11:03) Ken Rosenthal is back again to criticize that rain suspension...Marlins might play Monday?! Also covered with Ken, Toddfather, Kratz & Braun: pros and cons of the Orioles taking the AL East (19:20), JP Crawford's LFG walkoff to save Seattle's season and Ken's report on a furious Julio Rodriguez that adds more sparks to the Astros-Mariners rivalry. (29:45) AJ submitted a wild protest idea to stop Angel Hernandez from making crap calls like the one that led to Bryce Harper's ejection (and helmet toss to the crowd). (40:46) Amp caller: Yankee fan asking if it's OK to root for the Orioles in the postseason It's almost FT Postseason time with watch parties and postgame shows soon on the FT Youtube channel -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

46 min listen

FT Guest - Shane Bieber on Tito's farewell (and crappy scooter), trade rumors, Trout situation: Is Terry Francona gonna get bored and eventually make another comeback?? We ask Shane Bieber about his legendary manager's goodbye...for now ;) also someone did WHAT on Tito's stolen scooter?! How's Bieber feeling after injuries held him back for a while and does he sweat the trade rumors? AJ, Braun, Kratz and Toddfather also talk to Biebs (an Angels fan growing up) about what he thinks will happen with Mike Trout this offseason. Follow FT's real talk postseason coverage! -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

18 min listen

Fair Territory - Wild Card series previews + Astros rise, Mariners & Cubs fall, Kapler/Showalter firings: Ken Rosenthal thinks that Blue Jays-Twins could be the best opening matchup and also previews the rest of the Wild Card matchups. Inside Dish covers the Giants and Mets firing Gabe Kapler and Buck Showalter. Could either team lure Craig Counsell? What a weekend finish to the season! Tip of the cap to the Astros for winning the AL West and the Diamondbacks for capturing the 3rd NL Wild Card. Autopsies are in order for the reeling Rangers + the Cubs and Mariners crumbled. Ken crowns Dude and Dork of the season & an explanation for why Ken is this week’s dork! Plus, a tribute to Tim Wakefield's legacy. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Sunday's farewells across baseball, Ken's favorite Wild Card memory & if baseball has a Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce power couple. Watch a fresh Fair Territory every week! -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shady by Foul Territory

32 min listen

Braves playoff preview: Kelly Crull on Fried/Morton injuries, Acuna's ridiculousness, bullpen circle of trust & why Albies is THE GUY: It's the best offense in baseball but what's the pitching plan for Atlanta in the playoffs?! Braves TV reporter Kelly Crull tells Braun, Kratz and AJ when to expect Max Fried and Charlie Morton to factor back in to the plans. Who's getting the big boy October outs from the bullpen? What's it like having a front row seat for the Ronald Acuna Jr. show everyday and is Ozzie Albies still his bff?! Also, Dansby Swanson returns after some interesting comments ;) Watch the convo on FT Youtube -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

20 min listen

FT Guest - How Rowdy Tellez pitched the Brewers to the playoffs + the Yelich tax bracket & elite trash talk with newbie Donaldson: What did one of the league's top trash talkers do after he closed out the Brewers playoff clincher?! A lot actually. How did this happen and what epic line did he drop to his General Manager afterward? Also, Rowdy tells us how he's already messing with new former MVP teammate Josh Donaldson. And did you know there's a player prize wheel incentive behind the Brewers winning ballgames?? We do this everyday -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

23 min listen

MLB playoffs preview/predictions, why M's/Cubs missed, Stearns in/Showalter out, remembering Tim Wakefield: How did the Astros pull off another division crown and wtf happened to the Mariners & Cubs?! (2:47) (4:09) One FT host says don't blame a Rangers hangover for coughing up the division because they actually didn't party too hard. (37:39) We later hit Wild Card series previews and predictions for the entire playoff bracket. (24:47) The Mets introduced David Stearns as the savior of their front office: is he keeping Pete Alonso and was his decision to fire Buck Showalter the correct call? (31:54) Did Joey Votto really get ejected from his final game in the Bigs?! We have thoughts on the sendoffs for Miggy, Waino, and some others that could be retiring like Greinke and Crawford. (18:45) Most importantly, AJ delivers a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend Tim Wakefield. We're thinking about the Wakefield family during this difficult time. We'll miss you, Wake <3 Look out for pods soon by Foul Territory

47 min listen

FT Guest - Michael Wacha on those damn SD extra inning L's, Snell's Cy motivation & why his contract status is complicated: What the hell happened to the Padres?! Starter Michael Wacha explains why so many losses were such gut punches and addresses the clubhouse chemistry. Also covered with Wacha Wacha Wacha: Blake Snell's Cy Young mission, switching teams on the reg, the secret sauce of the Rays, smack talk to former teammate Adam Wainwright and Wacha's wildly complicated contract status! FT gets so real on Twitter (or X, whatever) -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

29 min listen

Freddy Peralta presses Counsell on his future, faced Waino for his 200th & reveals sleep sched!: Has Freddy Peralta had any luck finding out Craig Counsell's future? Also "Full Menu" doubles down on his new nickname...get it right! Freddy P explains moments where his friendly tosses have too much heat, how many hours of sleep he's banking, and how he felt as a tough luck loser watching St. Louis legend Adam Wainwright reach 200 career wins. All the ways to reach FT -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

21 min listen

Cubs crumble, Phillies/Brewers clinch city, wtf to fan throwing at Kirby, Marlins screwed by Mets field flub!: Was the Seiya Suzuki drop the collapse play of the year?? What else has caused the Cubs to come back down to earth lately? Let's talk it out at the top. Props to the Brewers for clinching. Kratz, AJ and Braun wonder how far the Brew Crew run prevention identity can take them. Also the Phillies party hard for clinching the top wildcard. Stadium's Russ Dorsey swing by to let us know if the Phils are the sexy wildcard that everyone is banking on doing damage. We support the Marlins for getting screwed by the Mets grounds crew fiasco. Are we talking enough about the noise the Diamondbacks can make in the playoffs too? Of course there's an AL wildcard update. And some strong reactions on what happened to George Kirby last night. Should the commish do something about it? Most importantly, RIP to the legendary Brooks Robinson <3 Watch FT -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal o by Foul Territory

60 min listen

Grant Brisbee buries 2023 Giants: why SF fans are livid, Dodgers dynamic & Ohtani chances: What is the state of the playoff-less Giants after they "needed another hitter or 2 or 3 or 4!" according to The Athletic's Grant Brisbee. First off, this episode starts with AJ, Kratz & Braun kicking around a reburial of the Padres and carries into the Giants questions for Grant. SF q's: Where will they find their franchise player? Any chance they sign Shohei Ohtani? Do the Dodgers make them look bad? WTF was that nothingburger trade deadline?! Is the young core legit? Watch the full episode with the Brisbee Giants convo HERE and stick around for the epic Rowdy Tellez interview that got some play in the media ;) -- Shady Rays are giving out their best deal of the season. Go to shadyrays.com and use code FOUL for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 250,000 people. by Foul Territory

31 min listen

FT Guest - Adam Wainwright on his epic farewell at-bats/concert, breaking media gig news & pitching very hurt: What's next for Adam Wainwright?! He breaks news on FT announcing his upcoming role to call the ALDS on TV with AJ! We jump into the Cardinals legend's final season, which includes an admission that he was pitching very hurt to earn his new nickname Mr. 200. How about those at-bats on his final weekend and wait, why were teammates telling him to get ejected like Joey Votto? What will he miss and what won't he miss?! Is he also about to be America's next top music talent?? Waino takes us back to the trade that shipped him from the Braves to the Cardinals and he explains how it turned into an incredible situation for him. Watch his Fox playoff broadcast gig announcement with AJ! -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

31 min listen

FT Guests - Lance Lynn on starting elimination Game 3 and phone police! Dylan Lee on Braves G2 party: What's the plan for Lance Lynn to save LA's season? And umm what happened to Clayton Kershaw and Bobby Miller? Lance brings us inside the clubhouse and then gets asked if he'd switch paths with the Diamondbacks (play a wildcard round and have less of a rest period). Lynn divulges info on the MLB phone police who monitor the clubhouse and how their past roles were even stricter! Braves reliever Dylan Lee gives Toddfather, Kratz & Braun a glimpse of what the Braves clubhouse was like after an epic comeback win over Philly in Game 2 of the NLDS. Lee also pours out his story of adversity to reach the Big Leagues as a late bloomer and what tweak led to his 2022 breakout. Todd Frazier also sneaks in a strong story about how he turned down being a catcher and we stir around the debate of how many Big Leaguers actually wear a cup! -- FT merch features a very comfortable t-shirt :) by Foul Territory

50 min listen

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FT Live - Rosenthal on Arte's talent dump, Counsell next Mets manager?? + Braves/Dodgers madness & JJ Cooper on The Martian debut!

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