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New Angels starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez reacts to Baltimore trading him and shares who he’s talked to with the Angels so far. He also explains how his elbow surgery went and what he might feel when he faces the Orioles.

(22:08) Plus, Karl-Anthony Towns sold a Yoshinobu Yamamoto rookie card for $72,000! 

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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MLB has a new deal for TV and streaming platforms. What does it all mean and did the commish recover from a key opt-out money miss last time? The Athletic Senior Sports Media Writer Andrew Marchand compares the deal to other sports. Other q's that come up: Are there too many platforms involved? What happens to the deal if there’s a lockout? 

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal analyzes how the Taylor Ward-Grayson Rodriguez trade impacts the offseason plan for Baltimore. We also ask him about free agents Cody Bellinger and Luis Arráez, along with the case for the Guardians to trade Steven Kwan. Plus, how will the Mets find rotation pieces differently than last year?

(19:07) Afterwards, Cardinal Territory host Lance Lynn thinks there should be a winter trade deadline at the end of the winter meetings. Do we agree?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Former Cardinals pitcher Lance Lynn lists the top 3 items on the St. Louis to-do list, including how they should move players with no-trade clauses.

Lance also touches on what will happen with Tarik Skubal, whether the Cardinals are salary dumping, and why Shane Bieber stayed in Toronto. 

(13:21) We also review the insane 2026 NL Pennant odds for the Cardinals.

Hosts: Alanna Rizzo, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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New Kansas City second hitting coach Marcus Thames explains why he chose this post in Kansas City and his offensive philosophy. He also covers the carousel of hitting coaches in MLB and changes in the position since his playing days. How will Marcus work with the other new hitting coach, Connor Dawson?

(14:04) Kevin Kiermaier wants a job in MLB, but has some unique requests.

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Hosts: Alanna Rizzo, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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Programming note: FT will be LIVE at the Winter Meetings in Orlando!

(2:04) Were the Cubs really stunned when Shota Imanaga accepted their qualifying offer? We discuss the rumor on how this hampers Chicago’s spending plans and examine Shota’s game.

(13:08) Fans chime in on Imanaga’s value.

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(15:56) A Twitter aggregator misconstrued a report from Evan Grant about Corey Seager. Many insiders struggle with users exaggerating their content, so we shed light on the issue. 

(20:27) BEEF has emerged! Adam Ottavino is upset about how the Mets manage their bullpen. We debate whether New York damages their relievers and if their usage differs from other teams. 

(30:20) Shoutout to the construction workers fixing Tropicana Field’s roof.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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How is the Kyle Schwarber market shaping up? We ask Fansided Insider Robert Murray and also get to his thoughts on the offseason plan in Pittsburgh and a possible Jazz Chisholm extension.

(16:29) Baseball America writer Geoff Pontes joins us to evaluate two more Japanese players getting posted--Kazuma Okamoto and Kona Takahashi.

(31:25) Do you remember Yasmany Tomás?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down some Braves activity: signing closer Raisel Iglesias and acquiring Mauricio Dubón from the Astros. (Top of show)

(2:25) Speaking of reunions, a look at the updated FA closers still available with one big name mulling a reunion. 

(4:34) The Astros move Dubón in a cost-cutting move.

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(7:58) The hosts dive into the Los Angeles Angels acquiring Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles for Taylor Ward.

(14:08) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including D'backs outfielders possibly garnering interest, Cubs adding offense, Lars Nootbaar's status, and if Milwaukee could be a home for Josh Jung.

(19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(25:28) Ken and Alanna have "White Whales" they have not yet interviewed.

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(2:37) The Braves are making their usual early offseason moves. They're bringing back closer Raisel Iglesias. Was he more prone to sign with Atlanta because they kept him the entire 2025 season? 

(10:19) Step 2: The Braves acquired Gold Glover Mauricio Dubón from the Astros for infielder Nick Allen. We analyze this move.

(16:20) MLB rights deals were announced. We'll have Andrew Marchand on a podcast soon to talk about it.

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(18:54) Are the Phillies going to non-tender Alec Bohm? Plus, is Rob Refsnyder the perfect LHP-mashing fit to platoon in Chicago?

(21:43) Elly De La Cruz was hurt in the second half of the season. It all makes sense now.

(26:04) Will Grayson Rodriguez be ready to pitch a full season in 2026?

(29:29) The non-tender deadline is Friday. We check out some candidates who could be moved or cut.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Boston manager Alex Cora joined FT to review the strategy for the club this offseason, the latest on Alex Bregman and what the plan is for Ceddanne Rafaela. He also got into Aroldis Chapman's comments about the Yankees and what the future looks like for Roman Anthony.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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