Foul Territory

Reds Director of Pitching Derek Johnson joins us to discuss how he’s preparing the staff for the upcoming season, why giving pitchers time off is important, Chase Burns’ potential, how his staff is adjusting to a smaller ballpark, and why Hunter Greene could be a future ace. Also, what are his thoughts on the state of the actual baseball?

(20:31) After the Blue Jays’ very active offseason, what are the BetMGM odds for their regular season win total?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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During the show, Cody Bellinger re-signed with the Yankees. We go over the details of the contract and what it means for players like Jasson Domínguez and Spencer Jones.

(16:50) The Mets have acquired Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox. We break down the details of the trade and discuss how it affects both teams.

(30:30) MLB owners are almost certainly going to push for a salary cap after Kyle Tucker’s deal with the Dodgers. Weren't they going to do this anyway?

(38:43) We make the case that centerfielders deserve more love in Hall of Fame discussions.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Splash Hit Territory contributor San Francisco Chronicle baseball beat writer Susan Slusser joins us with her offseason report on the Giants. She ranks how their offseason stacks up so far, breaks down what the front office and Buster Posey still need to address, and shares her Hall of Fame ballot.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Jim Salisbury of The Phillies Show joins FT to provide insight on what’s next for the Phillies after losing Bo Bichette to a division rival and re-signing J.T. Realmuto. Are the Phillies frustrated about missing out on Bo? Did they overpay for J.T.?

(17:09) After adding Alex Bregman and Edward Cabrera earlier this offseason, what are the BetMGM odds for the Cubs’ regular-season win total?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps in with the latest on Cody Bellinger’s decision status. Ken also discusses where starting pitchers like Zac Gallen, Justin Verlander, and Hunter Greene could play next season, how close the A’s were to acquiring Nolan Arenado, and he talks about his Hall of Fame ballot.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Congratulations to Carlos Beltrán & Andruw Jones on being elected to the Hall of Fame! We look back at each of their legendary careers and what held them back from getting elected sooner.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Could today be the day that Cody Bellinger signs? There are multiple offers on the table. Where does he land?

(17:05) Scott Boras says he is open to negotiating Tarik Skubal’s 2026 contract. We explore why this situation is not Tigers vs. Skubal, but Major League Baseball vs. the arbitration system.

(26:20) Hall of Fame talk in here.

(36:54) The Rangers will not permit autographs during part of their winter fanfest festivities. How do the FT guys feel about this?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT resident GM Jim Bowden reacts to the Ha-Seong Kim hand injury news for Atlanta. He also discusses what’s holding up the Cody Bellinger and Framber Valdez markets, the next move for the Red Sox, and Elly de la Cruz’s value after turning down a long-term contract from the Reds.

(25:38) You can’t hate on the Dodgers for perfecting an imperfect system. How do they continue to do this year in and year out?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo

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Riverfront Territory co-host and Reds senior writer for The Athletic, C. Trent Rosecrans provides insight on why Elly de la Cruz turned down a contract extension. How can the Reds be a consistent playoff team and who’s going to be the next guy to step up?

(16:39) What are the BetMGM odds for the Reds regular season wins?

(23:11) Trade talks are still ongoing for Freddy Peralta with multiple teams in the mix. Does he start the season on the Brewers?

(30:20) What is Kyle Tucker like in the clubhouse? An anonymous staffer on the Cubs allegedly drops a warning but does it hold any merit?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo

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Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. and it's Alanna Rizzo jumping in for Scott.

(2:00) There are more updates regarding the contract talks between the Yankees and Cody Bellinger. What is the holdup, and where do the Yankees pivot if he walks?

(14:37) Elly de la Cruz turned down a HUGE contract extension with the Reds. Are you surprised he didn’t take this deal?

(21:20) Jakob Junis is signing with the Rangers. Have they done enough this offseason?

(25:19) The Cubs had a 2016 World Series team reunion, but Kris Bryant was not in attendance. Did the Rockies tell him he couldn’t go?

(28:30) Talks are still ongoing between Scott Boras and the Cubs for Zac Gallen.

(31:35) Congratulations to Ryan Pressly on his retirement!

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo

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