Foul Territory

Is Mason Miller on pace to be the greatest closer ever? The Athletic’s Jayson Stark breaks down how insane Mason Miller is and where he could rank among all-time closers in MLB history. He also talked about the vibes in Philadelphia after Rob Thomson’s firing.

(16:25) The A’s have been a surprising team this year. A’s radio broadcaster Ken Korach discusses what’s working so well and how Brent Rooker is leading by example.

Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets announcing publicly that they are backing manager Carlos Mendoza. Could a change still happen if they continue to struggle?

(7:22) Ken also breaks down his article on how the Cubs are scoring more by swinging less. And we ask him if the A’s can sustain this pace, and what’s working well for the Cardinals.

(18:35) Let’s go over some MLB players who needed second jobs to make ends meet in order to make the big leagues. Kratz has his own personal stories.

Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun

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What is the appropriate age for coaches to assist with stealing signs? (top of show)

(5:33) The Mets are backing manager Carlos Mendoza despite their 10-21 start.

(20:25) What does the FT Crew expect to happen in the month of May?

(30:33) Are the Tigers going to be okay? They're down quite a few starting pitchers.

(33:29) The Brewers placed Brandon Woodruff on the IL with shoulder inflammation.

(37:53) Kratz is a high school baseball coach if you didn’t know. PS: Do not mess with him.

Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun

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Former MLB GM Jim Bowden had a strong reaction to the firings of Alex Cora and Rob Thomson. He also presented a case for Carlos Mendoza to keep his job, and addressed Craig Breslow's uncertain future. 

(16:55) Jim hands out April Awards in MLB.

(25:24) The Blue Jays are starting to heat up. Former Blue Jays starting pitcher and Blue Bird Territory co-host Ricky Romero joins FT to recap Trey Yesavage's 2026 debut, what's changed for the team, and how José Berríos will return following his departure during last year's playoff run

Host: Pierzynski, Kratz, Rizzo

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the crumbling Mets: now 10-20 with injuries mounting. (Top of show)

(3:40) The hosts dissect other injuries to key pitchers, including Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, Cubs pitcher Justin Steele and Orioles starter Trevor Rogers.

(9:00) Ken and Alanna reflect on the Marlins winning 2 of 3 over the Dodgers in LA.

(11:24) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if the A's could part with Lawrence Butler, should the D'backs bring up Ryan Waldschmidt, and if the Rangers need a coaching staff shakeup.

(18:09) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Let’s pick our own April Awards: Biggest surprises and disappointments, Best moments, and Players, Pitchers, and Rookies of the month. Plus, AJ dropped some predictions for May. (top of show)

(14:16) Phillies closer Jhoan Duran is throwing a bullpen session for the first time since his injury as he recovers from an oblique strain.

(17:07) The White Sox have finished April with a 13-13 record. It’s their first month finishing at .500 or above since June 2023.

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(18:59) Mike Trout is turning back the clock this year. Will his bounce-back season result in teams wanting to trade for him?

(21:33) Twins starting pitching has been lights out this season. Their bullpen, on the other hand, has been messy.

(24:58) The Braves continue to play elite baseball.

(27:19) Mets center fielder Luis Robert Jr. heads to the IL…again.

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Rizzo

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One of baseball's best storytellers is back on FT! Tim Kurkjian makes the case for why the game is at its peak right now, weighs in on the firings of Alex Cora and Rob Thomson, breaks down Munetaka Murakami's historic start, explains the rise in strikeout rates, and looks at why the NL Central is surging while the AL Central is struggling.

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(21:34) How are some of the biggest offseason free agent signings performing one month into the season?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Are the Braves the best team in baseball right now? We ask TV analyst C.J. Nitkowski, who tells us about Walt Weiss exceeding expectations, updates us on Sean Murphy and Ha-Seong Kim, plus he explains why Ronald Acuña Jr. is poised for an eruption.

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The Athletic's Sam Blum joined FT to discuss the Angels' bullpen struggles, Mike Trout's resurgence, the roof situation at Daikin Park, and Tatsuya Imai's difficulty adapting to life in the majors.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ex-MLB player Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four different steroids at the WBC?! (top of the show) AJ comments on his former teammate.

(02:41) The Dodgers are managing Shohei Ohtani carefully to boost his Cy Young chances and be ready for October.

(15:58) Rob Thomson made himself available to reporters following his firing and handled it with a lot of class. Will he work for the Phillies next year or go elsewhere?

(25:22) Albert Pujols could have been the manager in Anaheim this year, but wanted organizational personnel changes.

(27:41) Mets manager Carlos Mendoza says there have been no conversations about his future.

(28:40) Travis Bazzana was intentionally walked in his MLB debut. Epic!

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(29:44) D'backs infielder Ildemaro Vargas, a 34-year-old vet, is having by far the best season of his career.

(32:01) Yankees starter Cam Schlitter is INSANE.

(40:56) Juan Soto is dealing with some forearm tightness.

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(43:34) Storyline roundup: Trey Yesavage is back, Cubs pitcher Justin Steele suffered a setback, Royals infielder Jonathan India is out for the season, and Marlins closer Pete Fairbanks and Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet both head to the IL.

(45:44) George Springer has been activated off the IL.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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How tough was the decision for the Phillies to fire Rob Thomson? The Phillies Show co-host Ruben Amaro Jr. joined FT to show respect for Topper and detail what we can expect from Don Mattingly as the interim manager. What is it like from a GM's perspective to fire a manager?

Ruben also explains why the pitching and defense need to step up.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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