Foul Territory

Baltimore Banner beat writer Andy Kostka breaks down the extension newbie Samuel Basallo and if this spells trouble for Adley Rutschman's future with the Orioles. He also answers if this is a statement by ownership, what happens with the other young talent, and if Mike Elias is the right guy for the job.

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Hosts: Erik Kratz, Britt Ghiroli

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D-Rob joins the show from his minivan to talk about his experience signing midseason and what went into the negotiations. He tells us how it feels to play in Philly during a playoff race and the nerves he had when he took the mound as a visitor.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Kratz needs the chat but doesn't read the chat. Foul Territory goes to Alabama next week. (But not Kratz)

(2:02) Roman Anthony welcomed himself to the Yanks-Sox rivalry and looks the part so far. But which team is more of a true World Series contender?

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(13:19) Craig Kimbrel signs with Houston. Is this actual help or just desperation for the Astros?

(15:21) Yankee Stadium lines were wild for a George Costanza bobblehead.

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(17:59) Can the Brewers do it in the postseason? This team feels the same but also different. Vinnie Pasquantino has been leading the Royals of late. Does KC have enough juice to sneak into a wild card spot?

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(29:23) Max Muncy is nearing his return to the Dodgers. He's a more important piece than you may think.

(33:36) Many big matchups to look ahead to this weekend. Which one should you have your attention on?

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Britt Ghiroli

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Cubs reliever Daniel Palencia recounts stories of baseball training in Venezuela, including an interesting interaction with an MLB scout and a program that goes against the grain.

Palencia also covers a successful week for the Cubs against Milwaukee and dreams of pitching for his home country in the World Baseball Classic.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the keys to this weekend’s 4-game Red Sox - Yankees series. (Top of show)

(6:58) The hosts discuss the wave of realignment conversation swirling around baseball this week.

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(14:20) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including which NL Wild Card team emerges in the 3rd spot, whether pitching or hitting wins the divisional races, and what to make of realignment proposals splitting up the Giants and Dodgers.

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(20:56) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Is it true that the Dodgers are exploring Shohei Ohtani as a reliever in the postseason? (top of show) Will there be another Ohtani rule for 2-way relief pitchers?

(7:10) Are fundamentals being stressed enough to the modern ballplayer? We ask Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe and we cover the Angels having the secret potion to beat the Dodgers this season.

Hop also addresses pitch tipping concerns and his unique gear from Players Weekend.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Kevin Pillar has joined the party on a non-roster invite! Plus, AJ and Scott are going back to The Pro Rivals Open next week to interview some legends.

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(8:40) What is the deal with Cubs superstar Kyle Tucker? Has he been hurt this whole time?

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(20:52) The Rays are calling up super prospect Carson Williams, but the timing is purposeful.

(21:57) Kyle Tucker received a nice ovation returning to the lineup.

(24:29) The Padres beat up the struggling Giants with help from an amazing Fernando Tatís Jr. catch. Plus, will the Astros be OK after their recent struggles? 

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(30:43) The Red Sox take on the Yankees in an important four-game series starting tonight! We  examine the historic rivals and debate which rivalry is the best in baseball right now.

(37:04) The Cubs revealed how their season ticket holders can purchase 2027 All-Star Game Tickets. 

Hosts: Kevin Pillar, AJ Pierznyski, Scott Braun

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SF Chronicle columnist Ann Killion explains why the Giants are struggling mightily since acquiring Rafael Devers and whether this is an organizational issue. She also discusses who fans are blaming for the collapse and if manager Bob Melvin might not have his job in 2026. 

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun  

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Commish Rob Manfred sparked a week of expansion realignment debates and FT resident GM Jim Bowden drops his concepts for what could work.

Plus, Jim exposes the real topic of discussion in the Mookie Betts meeting, Victor Robles' bat chuck suspension and Pirates prospect Bubba Chandler debuting.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun 

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Kratz reports on the scene at the Phillies game and the Durantula entrance is getting scarier. (Top of show)

(7:11) Torpedo bats are back/! The Yankees hit nine home runs and are riding Giancarlo Stanton's hot streak.

(10:13) PSA: don't run on the field! Kids too!

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(11:54) Tommy Pham versus the Blue Jays, part two: Pham’s steroid comment, Addison Barger’s response and Pham's fit as a good teammate.

(23:03) Bubba Chandler is finally called up, but as a bulk reliever?!

(24:43) Tarik Skubal reached 200 strikeouts, the Astros are having a messy week and the Red Sox suffered a brutal loss to the Orioles.

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(27:26) The Aarons disagree: Boone says one thing and Judge another about the superstar's injury.

(33:42) Bad news for Baltimore, as Félix Bautista will miss a year after getting shoulder surgery.

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(36:56) Kids said the darndest things. We listen to some hilarious Little Leaguers dissing stars. 

(41:36) Exciting announcement: AJ and Scott are heading to the Pro Rivals Open in Alabama next week to do some VIP interviews!

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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