

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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Jun 16, 2025 • 26min
FairT: Red Sox trade Devers to Giants, Ohtani returns to the mound
Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal breaks down yesterday’s massive deal: the Boston Red Sox trading infielder Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. (Top of show)(11:34) Ken views the trade from the Giants lens. Where is Devers' best fit defensively and how will his bat play at Oracle Park?Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.(18:04) Ken zooms out on the NL West race and discusses why Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is pitching tonight against the San Diego Padres.(22:31) Ken answers your Grillin’ Ken questions: if the Devers deal mirrors when the Sox dealt Nomar Garciaparra in 2004, and if Dave Martinez is on the Washington Nationals hot seat.Get 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.

Jun 16, 2025 • 29min
Anonymous MLB Player Poll reax
Which manager is the most popular and which one talks too much? We hit the results of The Athletic’s MLB Player Poll and bring on Tyler Kepner joins to dissect the notable results.Other topics include organization reputations and the surprising lack of support for robo umpires.Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and 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.

Jun 16, 2025 • 22min
Phillies slugger Otto Kemp's undrafted path to MLB, Bunt play FTW
Rookie infielder Otto Kemp takes us through his call-up and first week in the Big Leagues and details the changes that got him there. He’s a unique story. Undrafted and a very unique birthdate/time.Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott BraunTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 2025 • 14min
Torii Hunter surprises A’s OF’er Denzel Clarke after ICONIC catch
The viral Athletics centerfielder joins the show to talk about his insane catches and why Statcast didn't love the wall climbing.(2:47) Legendary outfielder Torii Hunter surprise crashes the party!After Torii's visit, Clarke discusses the stats that DO love him and his very talented baseball cousins.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 2025 • 20min
Toronto pitcher Erik Swanson on post-hype Jays, sign stealing thangs
Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson explains his rehab journey over the past few months and how baseball might baby pitchers too much. What was it like to watch Toronto underperform in 2024 and sneak under the radar in 2025? DSwanson also shares how sign stealing has changed since his rookie year and which player takes over the mic on the team bus.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.

Jun 14, 2025 • 30min
Ken Rosenthal: 1B trade ideas, White Sox/Brewers deal, Dobbins comments + MLB ratings spike
FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal gives his first base trade ideas and thoughts on Sandy Alcántara’s return to prominence. Ken also dives into the Aaron Civale-Andrew Vaughn trade and Red Sox rookie Hunter Dobbins' comments. Plus, Ken started a soccer fight in high school?!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.(20:26) Crazy concept here. Invest in your club, win games, make WAY more money. We go over a recent example and also highlight the TV ratings spike.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott BraunYour new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code foul in lower case at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/foul #chubbiespodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 2025 • 36min
Jesús Luzardo on The Phillies Show
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Jun 13, 2025 • 33min
Vaughn/Civale White Sox/Brewers trade, The Miz debut, Skubal is HIM
That was fast. Aaron Civale was traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn. Let’s talk out the deal for both sides. (Top of show)(11:26) Thoughts on Jacob Misiorowski’s fire debut for the Brewers. And is he OK?Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(17:53) The Angels don’t wait long. Christian Moore gets the call.(19:27) Ace Kodai Senga hits the IL for the Mets, but help is on the way.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.(24:33) Tarik Skubal is still ON FIRE!!! (27:34) Cardinals starter Andre Pallante shares a clubhouse prank that was perfectly executed by the team.Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code foul in lower case at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/foul #chubbiespod(29:01) We review the 2019 draft where Vaughn was selected and give props to the Blue Jays for this current run.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and Scott Braun See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 2025 • 30min
Fair T: Sandy Alcántara's surge, TJ for Jobe, Civale’s trade ask
Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dig into Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Aaron Civale requesting a trade after being shifted to the bullpen. (Top of show)(4:51) Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcántara might be turning a corner in his last two starts.Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code foul in lower case at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/foul #chubbiespod(7:50) The hosts assess the Detroit Tigers trade deadline needs with starter Jackson Jobe out for the season with Tommy John surgery.(12:50) Grillin' Ken questions include how the Red Sox may reshuffle once Alex Bregman returns, Ken's pick for best defensive CF, the Dodgers needing to get healthy, who the Cubs might target & if the Cardinals are in trouble.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.(21:28) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with FT hosts and the FT Fam today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 2025 • 18min
Sal Frelick on The Miz debut, Judge’s 3B impact, Tipping Pitches
Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick talks about playing with more bulk and facing Phillies hurler Jesús Luzardo. He also dives into how players learn about possible tips. Does he like playing third base or did some Yankee bashers make him second guess the spot? We caught him before Jacob Misiorowski’s debut for Milwaukee.Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, and 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.


