Foul Territory

Which young arms with iffy basic stats might emerge as stars? The Athletic’s Eno Sarris discusses his new article on young pitching projections. He also covers theories around decreasing bat speed for Juan Soto and the great bat speed debate!

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Spencer Strider is back again and 929 The Game’s Grant McAuley reviews Strider’s recent performances and comments to the media. McAuley also explores Atlanta’s future trajectory this season, the keys to their lineup, and what they should do at the trade deadline. 

(14:44) Luis Robert Jr. opens up about his struggles and his shrinking trade value. Where have the White Sox gone wrong with fizzling players?

(24:48) O’s GM Mike Elias finally emerged out of hiding and addressed the media about the firing of manager Brandon Hyde. Why did he hose his players for days?

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Walker Buehler got feisty at Fenway and on social media against Francisco Lindor and the Mets. Was his ejection legit, or just another example of Ump Show nonsense? (Top of show)

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(15:40) George Kirby is set to make his return for the Mariners ahead of a crucial series against the Astros.

(18:07) We hit the latest news surrounding Paul Skenes trade rumors from Jon Heyman.

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(20:58) Where would the Dodgers be without Yoshinobu Yamamoto? Plus, Ohtani is one step closer to pitching in MLB games. 

(34:24) Pirates pitcher Jared Jones is out for the rest of the year with elbow surgery. How much does this hurt the 2026 Pirates too?

(42:32) Props to Kolten Wong on a solid career as he announces his retirement!

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Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal hits his recent article detailing the margin of error in the automated strike zone system.

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What’s really going on with Juan Soto in his first season with the New York Mets and is the scrutiny fair?

(19:59) New York Post Mets reporter Mike Puma takes over to address the Juan Soto no-show after the Subway Series loss.

What is Puma seeing behind the scenes regarding Soto’s hustle and how teammates are reacting?

Puma also get to that Mets starting rotation exceeding expectations and praises manager Carlos Mendoza.

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Jonathan Papelbon covers the first base carousel for the Red Sox, Rafael Devers’ mindset, Alex Cora psyche, Juan Soto’s new world, Jose Alvarado’s suspension and more.

(16:33) “This is ridiculous. What are we doing?” Toddfather and Kratz sound off on a new challenge system getting tested in the minor leagues. 

(24:50) Trevor May offers a peak at his take on how to read an MLB owner.

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Epic ump mic usage last night to start the show. (Top of show)

(6:30) There’s already growing drama surrounding Juan Soto’s time in Queens. Is it unfair overreaction, or are there real concerns about effort and attitude?

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(18:49)  The Dodgers have lost four straight home games for the first time since 2017 (including a sweep by the Angels). Should they be worried?

(26:58) With Jose Alvarado suspended, the Phillies apparently talked to free agent David Robertson. Will it happen?

(28:30) Pete Alonso joins FT on Wednesday!

(29:47) Was Kyle Gibson treated fairly by the Orioles, or did they cut him too soon?

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(33:35) The Cardinals crushed the Tigers and might be legitimate playoff contenders.

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San Diego Padres standout Dylan Cease joins Kyle Glaser on Friar Territory, a Padres show under the FT Network umbrella. Cease discusses how the Padres organization sets pitchers up for success, what makes Ruben Niebla such a unique pitching coach and why the 2025 Padres might be the best team he's played on.

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FT Resident GM Jim Bowden details the importance of what comes next for Mike Elias in Baltimore.

In the wake of the Jose Alvarado suspension, what do the Phillies do next and why was that PED excuse lame?

Jim also drops his take on how the Dodgers should handle Dalton Rushing's development in the Bigs.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Baltimore radio host Jason La Canfora sounds off on Mike Elias and the Orioles after the Brandon Hyde’s firing. Who might be traded from this group and what is wrong with some of their most hyped talents?

Then we hit a potential solution for the Red Sox at 1st base and it isn't Rafael Devers.

The Royals lost two big arms to the Injured List. Will they be OK?

The Astros still don't have Yordan Alvarez back and we debate how much info the public should receive about player injuries.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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The Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde over the weekend. What’s next? (Top of show)

(21:20) The Pirates are on the verge of history with meager scoring.

(24:47) What does the positive PED test mean for Jose Alvarado and the Phillies?

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(40:04) The Subway Series did not disappoint as Juan Soto made his return to the Bronx.

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The Twins win streak was finally snapped.

The Dodgers cut ties with some cherished members of the org.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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