Foul Territory

We ask Padres vet Jake Cronenworth about his nicknames and life being newly married into a baseball family. Crone Zone also drops his take on the Padres/Dodgers rivalry and the 2024 postseason regret. What is it like playing for manager Mike Shildt? Is the NL West the elite division in MLB?

Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Reds slugger Gavin Lux details his transition from the Reds to the Dodgers, including new tricks he’s learned from Cincinnati coaches. How has his role changed in a younger clubhouse and where does skipper Terry Francona factor in? We also ask about the electric opening innings from rookie Chase Burns.

Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss MLB holding preliminary conversations with the Tampa Bay Rays about where to play home playoff games. (Top of show) 

(5:16) Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer returned Wednesday. What can he bring to the charging Jays? 

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(6:25) Milwaukee Brewers sensation Jacob Misiorowski is a key figure in the NL Central’s Trade Deadline. 

(11:35) The hosts answer your live Grllin’ Ken questions, including Byron Buxton trade rumors, the lack of sellers for this year's Trade Deadline, if the Braves are underachieving, Reds trade options, All-Star snubs and how the Mets can fill needs. 

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(22:19) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(26:40) The Cubs' time to act is now.

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Welcome to the media world, Mr. Whit Merrifield! Whit begins the show talking us through his retirement call. (Top of show)

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(10:04) Ronald Acuña Jr. IS participating in the Home Run Derby!

(11:37) MLB and the Rays held talks on a possible alternate home postseason location. Where would they go?

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(21:35) Zack Wheeler and Ranger Suárez have been dealing for Philly. Plus, Whit shares a fun Wheeler prank story.

(23:17) Jacob deGrom is dominating and also durable this year. Also, the Orioles are back in bad times.

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(25:50) We examine the CBS Sports AL midseason grades article, sharing our concurrences and corrections.

(34:02) Were two of Max Muncy’s RBIs from the weather or the Rockies' poor defense? 

Hosts: Whit Merrifield, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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3x World Series winner Joe Kelly shares his rehab progress and his return plans.

Joe talks about his real answer mentality, why he shaded the Yankees and…he got punched coaching Little League?!

Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Who are the top 5 starting pitchers in the sport? Stripling and AJ unveil their lists.

(9:38) Then it’s Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski giving us an AL East update. What was up with Jazz’s ejection the other day and who are the emerging star sluggers in the division?

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Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Recently retired pitcher Ross Stripling joins the team today and answers fan q's at the top. (Top of show)

(10:45) The Tigers are the first team to reach 50 wins but Strip doesn't think they can win a World Series title.

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(16:40) Paul Skenes against The Miz SOLD OUT!

(18:18) AL MVP: Cal Raleigh or Aaron Judge? Strip gives his two cents. 

(20:52) A fan got banned after tormenting Ketel Marte. We discuss the blurry line between what fans can and can’t do at games.

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(30:22) Chase Burns looked strong in his first start. Also, the Reds DFA'd Jeimer Candelario.

(31:45) PCA finally did something wrong in a loss to the Cardinals.

(35:18) There was some drama between Spencer Strider and Juan Soto. Plus, Frankie Montas’ return went better than expected.

(41:31) The Rays are SO underrated right now.

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(43:45) Don Kelly removed Oneil Cruz for a lack of hustle on a play.

(45:25) Congratulations to Whit Merrifield on his retirement! He’ll make his FT hosting debut on Thursday's show.

Hosts: Ross Stripling, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Milwaukee rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shares his expectations on a dazzling debut and his matchup today against Paul Skenes.

The Miz also details his career from high school catcher to his MLB debut, including why he chose Crowder College. Would he play for the Polish National Team in the WBC?

Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps into status updates on the Mariners and Reds.

Ken also covers how WAR factors into writer award votes, analytical scheduled off days and Frankie Montas’ return from the IL for the Mets.

(17:04) The A's are really doing the thing in Vegas with a clueless owner.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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Cardinal Territory host Katie Woo arrives to talk about a youthful Cardinals club involved in a statement series. 

Should the Redbirds put a heavier focus on this year or continue to prep for the future? Katie also covers the team's six-day rotation success and whether Oli Marmol will get a long-term extension. 

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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