Foul Territory

Let’s recap the debut weekend of the City Connect jerseys around the league. (top of show) AJ runs a quick review of the entire line.

(4:38) What is going on with the Mets? They have lost five straight games.

(16:44) Roki Sasaki was allegedly tipping pitches to the Rangers.

(25:40) They had the best record in MLB last year and now the Brewers are skidding and they potentially have lost Christian Yelich for a while.

(29:41) In the mix of the Yankees five-game losing streak, Jazz Chisholm Jr. went viral for saying he didn’t know a particular rule.

(41:47) Julio Rodríguez is keeping receipts of the social media comments calling him out.

(46:58) Let’s go over injury updates for Spencer Strider and Adley Rutschman. Plus, the Astros continue to get hit with the injury bug as Tatsuya Imai and Jeremy Peña head to the IL.

(56:34) The Mets called up Craig Kimbrel to make it his tenth big league team.

(59:25) The bat broke during the unveiling of Ichiro’s statue. And did you know it was Erik Kratz on the “Name That Yankee” segment on the Yanks broadcast?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks the losing skids for the Yankees and Mets reaching 5 games. He shares his worries about one team long-term. (Top of show)

(3:35) Speaking of worries, the Blue Jays, Brewers and Astros are hit with the injury bug.

(9:54) Inside Dish explores if Padres closer Mason Miller could win the NL Cy Young award.

Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Rays small ball, if the Blue Jays overachieved in 2025, and if the Mariners and Tigers are back.

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Former MLB executive David Samson hopped on FT to explain how owners and players plan on stockpiling war chest money for the upcoming labor battle. What do owners want in the next agreement? He also shares his thoughts on the ABS challenge system and why he thinks the Marlins will trade Sandy Alcántara, regardless of standings.

(16:32) Where do MLB and NBA ratings currently stand?

Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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The Athletic’s Owen Poindexter joins FT for fantasy baseball talk. He guides us through his latest buy/sell/hold list.

(19:32) Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield hopped on FT to discuss the team’s identity, his approach at the plate, his experience in the Yankees organization, and his incredibly heartwarming call-up story.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details a fascinating article on the ABS Challenge System, diving into the layers behind it. Do you know about BOSS operators?

He also shared new information on the Konnor Griffin extension and discussed why certain teams are off to slow starts.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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In the middle of a rebuild, Cardinals first baseman Alec Burleson joined FT to discuss the current state of the team. We also asked him about his take on former teammate Willson Contreras having beef with the Brewers and the extra time debate for Shohei Ohtani. Burleson also highlighted the rise of current teammates Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt.

(16:53) Country music superstar and big-time Dodgers fan Brad Paisley joined Alanna Rizzo, Katie Woo, and Clint Pasillas on Dodgers Territory to share some epic stories and insight about his fandom. Tap in HERE to listen to that full episode.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Stick around in this one for a fascinating discussion about the dynamic between media and players. New York Daily News writer Abbey Mastracco joined FT to discuss the state of the Mets. She updated us on the quotes involving David Peterson and Carlos Mendoza, explained why Francisco Lindor needs to get going, and shared what she’s been seeing from starters Nolan McLean and Clay Holmes.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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It's Frazier Friday! The ABS Challenge System continues to be good for baseball. (top of show)

(04:31) The Yankees ran into a speed bump on offense. Should they be concerned after their hot start to the season?

(13:08) Let’s preview the Astros–Mariners series. This is a chance for both teams to gain momentum in the AL West.

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(15:55) Where are we at with the Rangers?

(19:23) J.D. Martinez said he was not treated properly during his time with the Astros. It opens up a big discussion about how veterans should treat younger players.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Mets starting pitcher David Peterson disagreed with manager Carlos Mendoza’s assessment of him. (top of pod) Toddfather and Kratz debate how to handle this.

(15:00) Teams have unveiled some sweet and sour new City Connect jerseys. The Athletic’s Levi Weaver joins FT to share his thoughts. He reveals his favorites, least favorites, and the stories behind them.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the renewed debate around whether Shohei Ohtani should have more time to ramp up between pitching innings following the Dodgers vs Blue Jays rematch. (top of show) 

(4:57) The hosts dive into the massive extension for Konnor Griffin and what it signals about how teams are valuing young talent.

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(6:29) They also highlight the early-season surprises across the league, including the Rangers sweep of the Mariners, the Reds sitting atop the NL Central, and the Rockies hovering around .500.

(12:29) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including Ken’s favorite City Connect uniforms and how the Orioles and Cubs can adjust following injuries to Zach Eflin and Cade Horton.

(21:28) Ken and Alanna crown their Dude and Dork of the Week.

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