Foul Territory

Are bat speed metrics changing the game? We explore this recent buzzy topic for Toronto's bats in the World Series. Toddfather and Kratz talk about how players should use the statistic with other training to improve their hitting. (12:57) Who is going to manage the Atlanta Braves next year? 92.9 The Game Braves reporter Grant McAuley shares Atlanta’s search approach and whether they break from their managerial archetype. Grant also talks about prospects that could boom next year for the Braves. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Yoshinobu Yamamoto stifle the Toronto bats in a 5-1 Game 2 triumph for the Dodgers? Also, his catcher provided the key knocks and found his power groove. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com We hit all of the key storylines from Game 2 and then push forward to the decision by the Blue Jays to send Max Scherzer to the mound for Game 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillies President of Baseball Ops Dave Dombrowski dives into this year's postseason loss to the Dodgers, the support system around Orion Kerkering and shut down any rumors that Bryce Harper could be traded. Dombrowski also discussed the Phillies' payroll and roster decisions for 2026, the José Alvarado situation, Zach Wheeler's recovery and his mentality when it comes to building a winning team. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

That was a dream Game 1 for a country that was starving for some World Series baseball. How did Toronto crack the code that the Brewers couldn’t figure out in the last round? Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com https://www.fox.com/?cmpid=org=one::ag=paid::mc=audio::src=BIGLITTL::cmp=10010071002::add=%ebuy!%7C%e What about expectations for Kevin Gausman matching up with Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Game 2? We’ll deliver another postgame show just like this one right after Game 2 wraps up. It’s the World Series. LFG! Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s World Series Time! Big names are singing at the first two games. (Top of Show) (3:23) We discuss how Blake Snell will attack Blue Jays hitters. (6:09) The guys send love to Alex Vesia and his family. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (8:20) Bo Bichette and Ty France are on the Blue Jays roster! How will Manager John Schneider deploy his bench? (18:27) FOX Sports Lead Game Analyst and HOF pitcher John Smoltz joins to preview tonight's pitching matchup: Blake Snell versus Trey Yesavage. He also reveals his keys for each side to take hold of this battle. (34:16) The World Series umpires have been announced! We examine their umpire rankings and continue to wonder how MLB ignores most of the top home plate umps. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com (39:36) FT host Kevin Pillar is on the scene! He gives us a Bo Bichette update and explains how the Blue Jays get ahead of Blake Snell. Plus, KP discusses how Toronto will utilize its bullpen during the series.  (1:09:32) Rōki Sasaki says it's "hard to express" why he picked the Dodgers over the Blue Jays. (1:11:48) Kevin Gausman spoke about delaying his start to Game 2 after his Game 7 ALCS cameo. (1:15:32) Shoutout to FT fan Calvin, who is battling cancer. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Series starts today! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss Bo Bichette’s latest status after missing over a month of game action. (top of show) (2:11) The hosts discuss Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia stepping away from the team due to a deeply personal family matter.  (3:39) Into matchups talk, Ken and Alanna touch on why Los Angeles can't fall into the same trap of relying too heavily on fastballs like the Yankees and Mariners did. Fair Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com https://www.fox.com/?cmpid=org=one::ag=paid::mc=audio::src=BIGLITTL::cmp=10010071002::add=%ebuy!%7C%e (6:47) Plus, how much of a role will postseason and Fall Classic experience play for the Dodgers vs. the Jays? (11:43) The hosts answer live Grillin' Ken Questions. (16:41) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toronto starter Shane Bieber hopped on FT to discuss ALCS Game 7, the postgame rager and the pitching plan for the World Series. We also asked him about how his pitches work differently with the roof open vs. closed and his relationship with his Slider right now. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com (19:31) Grant Brisbee of The Athletic previews his "Lover's Guide" article on the 2025 World Series. He also shared his thoughts on the San Francisco Giants hiring Tony Vitello as their next manager. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas swings by with thoughts on this World Series matchup, Dave Roberts' "ruining baseball" quote, and TV ratings. Bob also got into the premature lockout talk, the Mariners' Game 7 decisions, what NBA on NBC should do with Michael Jordan, and if he'll be a part of the 2028 Olympics. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day  free trial today at FOXone.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ has the best HVAC system out there. We shall chat about AC during this pod. Who has the advantage at each position in the World Series? (Top of show) Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL (8:36) Trey Yesavage gets the Game 1 start for the Blue Jays. Is there a reason it’s him over Kevin Gausman? (11:13) The Angels are a mess of an organization from air conditioning, trials, one-year manager deals and more. Should Kurt Suzuki have taken the job? Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com (23:20) The Rockies appear to be going external for their GM search. It’s about time. (25:09) Kaz Matsui celebrates a birthday and AJ Pierzynski talks about Matsui’s intimate injury. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish covers how Mariner fans are feeling after the Game 7 loss. He also got into some of Dan Wilson's decisions in Game 7, what Seattle will do with their young pitching, and if ownership will be willing to spend in 2026. Foul Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com (22:28) We discuss the amount of missed calls in the CS, break down Eugenio Suárez's final AB, and look forward to next year with the ABS Challenge System entering the fold. Host: Jason Kipnis, AJ Pierzynski, 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.