Foul Territory

FT senior insider Ken Rosenthal tells us about some keys to Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker’s hot start and the Cardinals’ path forward. He also shares his thoughts on the Dodgers’ success in player development, the D’Backs making it work for now, and the Yankees enhancing their rotation. Hosts: AJ, EK, SB One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #RidgepodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is Minnesota surprising people early on this season? The Athletic writer and Twin Cities Territory host Dan Hayes documents the changes and if it is sustainable. Hosts: AJ, EK, SB Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIG power surge with the weather warming up across the country. (top of show) Did you know that Monday night almost set a record for multi-homer games? (03:50) The Astros just had a nightmare road trip. Will they be OK? (17:12) The Orioles have been plagued by some weird injuries this past week. (19:04) Last night’s matchup between Judge and Trout was ELECTRIC. (20:41) The Mariners have suddenly picked up their pace and match up with a hot Padres club. (23:35) The Dodgers are making sure the Mets know what they lost in Edwin Diaz. We also dissect the slow start for the Mets and if it means anything. (36:49) Jackson Holliday experienced a setback and the White Sox are amped for a big top prospect debut tonight. One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Twins are surprising people. Infielder Tristan Gray joined FT to discuss the team’s strong start, how manager Derek Shelton has helped shift the culture, and what he’s seeing from teammate Byron Buxton. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a World Series appearance last season, the Blue Jays are not off to the strongest start. Blue Bird Territory co-host and The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon discussed the injury bug hitting the team, the return timeline for injured players, and how the team can stay afloat. Game time is Miller Time. Must be legal drinking age. Celebrate Responsibly. (19:28) NEW SHOW ALERT! Check out District Territory for all things Nationals coverage. We had Spencer Nusbaum, co-host of the newest FT Network show, on FT to discuss the Nationals’ surprisingly hot start, manager Blake Butera’s strong first impressions, the offensive resurgence, and questions surrounding the pitching. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s recap the debut weekend of the City Connect jerseys around the league. (top of show) AJ runs a quick review of the entire line. (4:38) What is going on with the Mets? They have lost five straight games. (16:44) Roki Sasaki was allegedly tipping pitches to the Rangers. (25:40) They had the best record in MLB last year and now the Brewers are skidding and they potentially have lost Christian Yelich for a while. (29:41) In the mix of the Yankees five-game losing streak, Jazz Chisholm Jr. went viral for saying he didn’t know a particular rule. (41:47) Julio Rodríguez is keeping receipts of the social media comments calling him out. (46:58) Let’s go over injury updates for Spencer Strider and Adley Rutschman. Plus, the Astros continue to get hit with the injury bug as Tatsuya Imai and Jeremy Peña head to the IL. (56:34) The Mets called up Craig Kimbrel to make it his tenth big league team. (59:25) The bat broke during the unveiling of Ichiro’s statue. And did you know it was Erik Kratz on the “Name That Yankee” segment on the Yanks broadcast? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks the losing skids for the Yankees and Mets reaching 5 games. He shares his worries about one team long-term. (Top of show) (3:35) Speaking of worries, the Blue Jays, Brewers and Astros are hit with the injury bug. (9:54) Inside Dish explores if Padres closer Mason Miller could win the NL Cy Young award. Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Rays small ball, if the Blue Jays overachieved in 2025, and if the Mariners and Tigers are back. Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former MLB executive David Samson hopped on FT to explain how owners and players plan on stockpiling war chest money for the upcoming labor battle. What do owners want in the next agreement? He also shares his thoughts on the ABS challenge system and why he thinks the Marlins will trade Sandy Alcántara, regardless of standings. (16:32) Where do MLB and NBA ratings currently stand? Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Subscribe to FT on YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic’s Owen Poindexter joins FT for fantasy baseball talk. He guides us through his latest buy/sell/hold list. (19:32) Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield hopped on FT to discuss the team’s identity, his approach at the plate, his experience in the Yankees organization, and his incredibly heartwarming call-up story. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details a fascinating article on the ABS Challenge System, diving into the layers behind it. Do you know about BOSS operators? He also shared new information on the Konnor Griffin extension and discussed why certain teams are off to slow starts. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.