

Foul Territory
Foul Territory Network
Baseball the way it should be covered and exclusive interviews with MLB studs #FTLive hosted by AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Kevin Pillar, Trevor May, Jason Kipnis, Jonathan Papelbon, Scott Braun, insider Ken Rosenthal and PTBNL. The world is our clubhouse.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 36min
Cedric Mullins joins FT + Ryan O'Hearn joins Bucco Territory
Earlier this offseason, the Rays signed Cedric Mullins. He joined FT to discuss his return to the AL East, his career with the Orioles, his stop with the Mets and what he’s most looking forward to in Tampa Bay. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun (12:23) Bucco Territory hosts Josh Harrison, Noah Hiles and Platinum Key interview the most recent Pirates free agent acquisition, Ryan O'Hearn. Follow the FT Network pleaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2026 • 28min
Bud Black joins Friar Territory
The former Padres manager joins Marty Caswell and Kyle Glaser on Friar Territory to discuss why he decided to return to the organization, the status of his relationship with A.J. Preller, and the impact he can make with new manager Craig Stammen as a pitcher making the transition to leading the dugout. Follow the FT NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2026 • 33min
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza joins FT + Bo Bichette drama in Toronto?
After a crazy week of additions, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza jumps on to take us inside all of the moves and how he plans to line up the new roster. He also tells us what it was like losing key players like Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz in free agency, as well as members of his coaching staff. (26:17) Did Bo Bichette have a strained relationship with the front office in Toronto? We discuss Whit Merrifield’s comments about the new Mets third baseman. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun FT is Live Monday-Friday from 1-3pm ET on YouTube. Be there :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2026 • 15min
What MacKenzie Gore can bring to the Rangers and the trade aftermath for the Washington Nationals
Will MacKenzie Gore take his game to another level with the Rangers? Washington Post Nationals writer Spencer Nusbaum watched every start and then we talk about the state of the Nationals. Who might get traded out of D.C. next? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun GET YOUR FOUL TERRITORY MERCH HERE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2026 • 21min
Ken Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: MacKenzie Gore trade, Freddy Peralta deal, Framber & Scherzer thoughts
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal has more intel on the MacKenzie Gore add for the Rangers. We look at the deal from both sides. Ken provides the latest on the Freddy Peralta deal to the Mets, the uncertainty surrounding local TV revenue, and the state of the market for starters like Framber Valdez and Max Scherzer. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Follow the FT NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2026 • 48min
White Sox sign Seranthony Domínguez, Rangers acquire MacKenzie Gore, Beltrán speaks about 2017 scandal
Reminder at the top about the huge event we'll be streaming Saturday. More info below. (03:53) Let's size up the details of this MacKenzie Gore trade for the Rangers and then Baseball America's JJ Cooper breaks down the prospects the Nationals received in return. (14:39) Reliever Seranthony Domínguez signed with the White Sox during the show. Thoughts? (26:48) Carlos Beltrán spoke about the 2017 Astros cheating scandal. Former Yankees player Todd and Erik weigh in on his comments. (45:36) More info about our BIG weekend covering the biggest night in baseball awards. Watch Ohtani, Judge and more superstars accepting their big awards Saturday night 6:30p ET on the FT YouTube channel!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2026 • 27min
Brent Rooker weighs in on MLB salary cap and signing deadline push
A's All-Star Brent Rooker tells us about the big happenings with his club and then we get to the offseason drama, including the salary cap and signing deadline debate. (24:39) Do you want the over or under on the Red Sox regular season wins at 87.5? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Follow the FT NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2026 • 29min
Former Mets GM Jim Duquette joins FT: Mets massive week, Ranking NL East + Orioles next to land big arm?
Former MLB GM Jim Duquette weighs in on the Freddy Peralta trade and a potential extension agreement. He also covers the return package to the Brewers from this trade and much more about the Mets. (24:53) FT Insider Bob Nightengale says rival executives expect the Orioles to be the next team to pluck a frontline starter from the market now that Freddy P is out of contention. Thoughts? Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Mets'd Up also has a fresh Freddy P episode out thereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2026 • 26min
Fair Territory: Mets trade for Freddy P, Best free agents left
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack the Mets acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Brewers. (6:25) The hosts discuss the current list of best Free Agents available and possible landing spots. Ken and Alanna take your Grillin’ Ken questions, including if character is holding up Framber Valdez, Lucas Giolito, Giants moves, Yankees and Mets looking for pitching and Nick Castellanos' Phillies future. (19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 2026 • 52min
Mets acquire Freddy Peralta, Brewers trade aftermath, Angels sign back Yoan Moncada, Cardinals hire Yadi
Check out the FT crew at the 101st Annual BBWAA Awards Gala on Saturday, January 24th on our YouTube channel! (01:51) The Mets snagged stud starting pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers. David Stearns has been on fire lately. Did he cook up a better club now? (14:20) Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Curt Hogg joins the show to give us more insight on the Freddy P trade from the Brewers perspective. (28:00) More on the big trade here. (40:16) We discuss some more moves around the league including Taylor Rogers signing with Minnesota, the Angels bringing back Yoan Moncada and Yadier Molina's new role with the Cardinals. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun GET YOUR FOUL TERRITORY MERCH!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


