Foul Territory

The Yankees have had a quiet offseason so far. Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski stops by with thoughts on Brian Cashman's plan, a potential Tarik Skubal trade, Aaron Judge's prime years clock ticking and Hal Steinbrenner's profit comment controversy.

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Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Toronto Blue Jays extending President & CEO Mark Shapiro 5 years. (Top of show)

(00:52) Ken and Alanna recap the Braves offseason so far.

(02:57) Ken gives insight into the markets for Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger.

(06:27) Hear from Ken on the pitching market, and specifically Freddy Peralta.

(09:40) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including the shortstop market, Ketel Marte trade rumors, possible packages for the Mets if they traded for Willson Contreras, potential Dodger packages for Tarik Skubal, chances the Giants go get Kyle Tucker or Bo Bichette, and which starting pitchers the Orioles could sign.

(20:51): Ken and Alanna crown their dudes of the week.

(23:32): Ken and Alanna crown their dorks of the week.

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Pete Alonso passed his physical for the Orioles and that's half-jokingly a big deal.

(03:36) Breaking news at the top! The Royals lock Maikel Garcia up to an extension.

(11:38) KC also adds Lane Thomas.

(16:28 ) Christopher Morel signs with the Marlins. Will he have a resurgence in Miami?

(25:05) We dive into the money details of Garcia's extension.

(27:59) Are the Dodgers actually shopping Teoscar Hernandez? Which teams would be the best fit?

(39:52) Let's talk BetMGM odds for the Braves winning the 2026 NL Pennant.

(46:03) Are the Red Sox not long-term contract hunting?

(49:45) The Blue Jays extend CEO Mark Shapiro after a big 2025 running the ship.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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How strong has this offseason been for the Orioles and are more major moves on the horizon? O's show host Ryan Ripken gives us a detailed analysis of what's happening in Baltimore.

(20:20) Todd Frazier coined the "Polar Bear" nickname for Pete Alonso and he reacts to Pete heading to Baltimore. Why are the Mets moving on from players who didn't appear to be the problem?

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The Phillies Show host Jim Salisbury stops by with thoughts on Kyle Schwarber signing back, the team's offer to J.T. Realmuto, the status of Nick Castellanos, and what's next for Philly?

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Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Props to our Monster Territory star host for breaking the news about Mark Leiter Jr. signing with the A's. We break down the deal.

(04:17) Breaking news at the top! Robert Suarez signs with the Braves.

(16:01) Mike Yastrzemski also joins the Braves and we hype the depth their building.

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(19:43) Hoby Milner signs with Cubs as they build their bullpen back up.

(21:55) Let's talk BetMGM odds for 2026 NL Cy Young.

(24:47) Are we about to go from 1 to 0 on hitter timeouts per plate appearance? We dissect a fresh report from Jayson Stark.

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Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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What is the new approach for the Mets after losing some major impact players? USA Today columnist & FT Insider Bob Nightengale reacts to Baltimore signing Pete Alonso and explains David Stearns’ new approach. He also predicts the next big free agent deal and upper-tier trade. Plus, will the Reds, Pirates, and White Sox get more involved in the market?

(15:29) Was the split between Edwin Diaz and the Mets because they signed Devin Williams and didn't tell Edwin about it? We explore this rumor’s accuracy and whether front offices are communicating with players enough.

(21:16) The Braves were in on Edwin Diaz, but didn’t go deeper due to draft comp rules. We also examine other items from Ken Rosenthal’s notes column.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal comments on if the Mets have answers after losing another star in Pete Alonso. Ken also talks about if the Orioles will be looking for starters and the Braves offseason plans. Plus, our senior FT Insider reacts to Joe Buck’s Ford Frick Award win.

(14:26) Former MLB GM Jim Duquette gives his thoughts on the Pete Alonso signing aftermath for teams he used to work with in the Mets and Orioles. What can Pete bring to Baltimore and what's next for the Mets?

(25:27) 2026 AL Cy Young winner odds are out. Who do we think is the best value pick at the top?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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BREAKING NEWS: Pete Alonso flocks to Baltimore! We react to the Mets all-time HR leader's move to the AL and how it affects the Orioles’ lineup. Also, we look at the move through the lens of New York. 

(16:34) Boston Globe Red Sox beat writer Tim Healey pivots to his previous team, the Mets, losing Pete Alonso, and how they’ll fill 1st base. Switching to the Red Sox, Tim answers whether they prefer Bregman over Alonso, if Casas is their main 1st baseman, and if they have too many pitchers.

(33:10) In other recent moves, Gregory Soto signs with the Pirates, and Kyle Finnegan is back in Detroit. 

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun 

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Are the Red Sox genuinely interested in re-signing Alex Bregman? Where will he end up?

(7:05) Let's talk BetMGM Odds for the ALCS Winning Division.

(10:20) The Sonny Gray v. Yankees saga continues. Erik Kratz mentions there was a team who was going to sign Gray to a contract before Yankees traded him.

(14:54) The Angels traded for Vaughn Grissom.

(17:23) WBC roster update news includes a pitcher that said no to USA and a star closer joining Great Britain.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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