Foul Territory

Former Big League OF'er Austin Jackson hits expectations for the '25 Tigers & his grand entrance to hit new show Tiger Territory.

A-Jax talks about what it was like to play with Miggy and details what it was like working with Scott Boras. 

Austin takes us through his iconic catch at Fenway. His mind was crazy focused.

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

Does this 2025 Orioles roster look better than the 2024 version? (1:24) We debate Baltimore's offseason after the Andrew Kittredge signing.

(10:56) Should the Mets take Pete Alonso's reported offer of a 3-year deal?

(15:04) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details his story calling out the Red Sox for their Alex Bregman "interest", enlightens us on the Padres ownership legal drama and we ask if Roki Sasaki might make his decision next week.

(35:38) Betances joins FT!

(38:28) Betances unfiltered on his arbitration battle with the Yankees.

(50:12) Breaking news during the show: the idiot fans that attacked Mookie Betts will be banned from MLB parks indefinitely.

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Texas Rangers President of Baseball Operations Chris Young talks about new Ranger Joc Pederson's bold claim that the Rangers run the AL West. Young reflects on his competitive spirit from his playing days and how it has influenced his role in the front office. He discusses the Rangers' win-now mindset following a challenging season, outlines what went wrong last year, and why he expects improved results in 2025.

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Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun discuss Nolan Arenado’s trade aspirations and debate which teams could deal for the aging St. Louis Cardinals third baseman. (0:53)

(7:40) Plus, the big names expecting large deals on the last arbitration negotiation day.

(11:28) The gap between divisions that spend and divisions that don't is widening.

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(14:45) Ken answers your questions in a live Grillin’ Ken, including where Tanner Scott will end up, Marcus Stroman's Yankees future, an Anthony Santander update, if KC will stay active, the Mets first base options, if Dean Kremer is an Orioles trade chip, and if the Reds will ink an outfielder.

(25:13) Ken also crowns his Dude and Dork of the Week.

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Today is the deadline to get arbitration settlements done or hit a trial. (3:25) AJ drops real talk on his own experiences with the process. 

(10:55) How much did some of the top players that hit arbitration end up making?

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(20:03) Astros draft pick Bryce Boettcher opts to play football this season. Good for him!

(24:09) After recent underwhelming seasons, how can the Mariners truck back to the playoffs?

(31:09) Will the Giants get to 80 wins this year?

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(33:21) Brent Rooker is educating the world about MLB contracts.

(37:08) Will the Dodgers have a World Series hangover?

Hosts: Scott Braun, A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

The Padres are in the running for Roki Sasaki. Kyle Glaser  taps in with the pitch for SD and his overall evaluation of the Japanese pitching sensation.

Glaser later gets to other Friars offseason plans, including those Luis Arraez trade rumors.

Plus, the guys go deep in the weeds talking about new rules that might rock college baseball.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Destinations are chosen for the top 10 free agents left on the board, including Roki Sasaki, Alex Bregman and Jack Flaherty.

We also dissect the update that the Minnesota Twins might be sold by Opening Day. Will the new owner ball tf out?

Hosts: AJ, Kipnis, Kratz, Braun

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Justin Verlander signs with the Giants on a one-year deal. He gets the same money as Alex Cobb and Charlie Morton. Which of the 3 would you take for 2025? (Start of show)

(14:43) Breaking news during the show: Martin Perez picks up a deal from the White Sox.

(19:48) Who should the Pirates target if they are looking for outfielders and why can't they ever REALLY go for it?

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(30:45) Marcus Stroman trade looming?

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Jason Kipnis, Scott Braun

What are the two sides to the family lawsuit with the Seidlers over control of the Padres and why was the "relocate" word dropped in the battle? The Athletic's Evan Drellich breaks down the drama.

Then we react to a recent exercise that sized up the worst contracts looming in 2027. One name is glaringly wrong on the list and some other names should be front and center.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Why did the Brent Rooker extension happen now? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal swings by with thoughts on the A's spending spree and he covers the Gavin Lux trade addition for the Reds.

What is going on with the Braves, Orioles and Angels this offseason?

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Ken details a potentially complicated trade situation with Luis Castillo in Seattle. He also explains some of the choices made on his Hall of Fame ballot.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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