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Giants have a BAG for Ohtani, McTaggart on Astros hiring Joe Espada, Counsell intro press conference: Why do the Giants NEED Shohei Ohtani more than any ballclub and why do elite players keep turning down San Francisco? We lead off with AJ & Kratz saying that bench coaches work harder than managers, which is part of their reaction to Joe Espada taking over as skipper of the Houston Astros. MLB.com's Brian McTaggart explains why the new dugout leader might actually make the Astros even stronger next season! Also, what's the offseason plan for Houston? What should Craig Counsell have really said at his intro press conference in Chicago? Braun spits some lines and a mic drop. We also get to some fresh David Ross news from Ken Rosenthal. What is an associate manager? We finish up with puzzled FT hosts wondering what tf that new title means for DeMarlo Hale with the Blue Jays. DM FT with q's :) -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook w by Foul Territory

60 min listen

FT Guest - AL Rookie of the Year Gunnar Henderson: What made this season so damn good for Orioles rookie Gunnar Henderson but also kinda bittersweet?! The O's shortstop did some reflecting with AJ, Kratz & Braun--and he let us know about an offseason hangout planned with star catcher Adley Rutschman. Also, extension szn yet for him?? Future goals? Does he have a big ass chip on his shoulder from being a 2nd Round pick? Congrats to the BBWAA AL Rookie of the Year & Players Choice AL Outstanding Rookie winner! Look out for the rest of today's FT episode dropping soon. Watch FT -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

19 min listen

Ken Rosenthal on Braves/White Sox trade, hiding Ohtani, A's BAD owner: Is Shohei Ohtani really threatening teams to not say a word about their convos with him?? Toddfather tells us why he's kinda into it. (2:35) (21:53) We get to Ohtani with Ken Rosenthal, who explains why hiding Ohtani from the world is getting ridiculous. Ken also discusses the case for the Blue Jays pursuing the AL MVP. (18:20) Frazier, Braun & Ken (later on) drop early reactions to the Braves/White Sox trade (centered around Aaron Bummer). (26:24) We also get some inside dish from Ken on the Manfred v. player battle over rule changes and how absurd it is that the commish called John Fisher a good owner lol. (38:36) Lastly, Kratz liked Brian Cashman's fresh comments backing up Giancarlo Stanton and said no apology necessary. FT SHOP -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through the BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app of at least ten dollars ($10.00). You will by Foul Territory

45 min listen

Ken Rosenthal on Ohtani $, Cease/Soto trades & Rangers/Yanks/Mets budgets + Marlins hire Kapler: Who's out on Ohtani?! We rerank the likeliest landing spots after Jeff Passan's report that the Mets, Rangers & Red Sox have moved on. (1:54) (17:10) We also make potential final predictions on how much the final number will be and laugh at a clown number thrown out there by an "MLB analyst". (24:34) Then it's Ken Rosenthal jumping in with the marketing money impact that Shohei can provide, which is justifying the massive price tag. Other topics with Ken: Dylan Cease/Juan Soto trade timing (30:50), Mets/Yankees plans based on payroll (25:56), Rangers TV money holding them back? (21:54) (38:41) We finish up with the news that Gabe Kapler is joining the Marlins front office and how it should be viewed by Skip Schumaker. Baseball the way it should be covered by Foul Territory

46 min listen

FT Guest - Is Corbin Burnes THE trade prize of the winter?! Burnes also talks Counsell shocker & Pitch clock concerns: "No shot, you're screwing with me!" Corbin Burnes told his wife when he heard the news about Craig Counsell crossing over to the Cubs. The former NL Cy Young winner lays out the play-by-play of what happened and how new skipper Pat Murphy will handle the role. But wait...is Burnes even going to be in Milwaukee in 2024?? Real talk with CB on the trade rumors & his convo with the Brewers that gave closure to not linking up on a long-term deal. Other topics: Brandon Woodruff's situation, Ronald Acuna Jr. loving life & why Burnes thinks the new pitch clock tweak proposal for next year is a mistake. We hit Brewers topics every week on Brew Crew Territory --> LISTEN -- Download MLB Perfect Inning 23 for free and enjoy real-time PvP gameplay with your club members! Dive into an official MLB mobile game for the 2023 season! by Foul Territory

28 min listen

Legends Territory - Michael Young on a Rangers title easing 2011 pain, Confirming a wild Bud Selig theory, Ron Washington back to managing, Ohtani thoughts & an EPIC Ken Caminiti story!: How did this year's Rangers win it all?! Former franchise player Michael Young works in their front office and ponders some trends that could emerge. The Shohei Ohtani recruiting question of course comes up too. When asked about 2011, Young shakes his head :/ Scott Braun & A.J. Pierzynski bring up the painful past: one strike away & David Freese's magic. The guys discuss stories about a distraught Neftalí Féliz & the rainless "rainout" that Skip Schumaker always seems to bring up! Young shares his welcome to the big leagues moment locking eyes with an irate Ken Caminiti. And the 7-time All-Star describes how interesting it is to see former teammate Alex Rodriguez on the FOX set next to icons David Ortiz and Derek Jeter. For more on your favorite former players --> MLBPAA by Foul Territory

49 min listen

A’s are def moving to Vegas, Scott Ostler talks next steps for the city & the team: Pour one out for Oakland - John Fisher is weaseling out of town. Scott, A.J. & Kratzy welcome SF Chronicle’s Scott Ostler (2:50) for a local pulse on what comes next after MLB Owners unanimously approved the pull-out. Could this actually be a happy day for Oakland? Ostler's reasoning makes sense. (21:20) The team could be homeless for as long as three years before heading to Sin City and we get into how that can be disastrous for players. Also, are the dedicated fans going to turn to the Giants or abandon the sport altogether? (23:00) A little Cy Young talk after Cole & Snell boat-raced their competition...who voted no on Snell winning?? Got FT merch? by Foul Territory

32 min listen

Fair Territory - Aaron Nola stays with Philly, Calculating Ohtani's value & no break for holidays!: Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Phillies re-signing Aaron Nola & how the first starting pitching domino will impact the rest of the market. Ken unpacks Shohei Ohtani's free agent value in his latest piece for The Athletic. How long he may take to decide & what positions (outfield??) he could play for his new club. Plus, reaction to the Brewers non-tendering Brandon Woodruff as their first move in a pivotal offseason. Inside Dish explores past Thanksgiving deals & how the paradigm shifted with Theo Epstein and the Red Sox 20 years ago. A plea to baseball's executives: enjoy your turkey! Dude of the Week marks the passing of San Diego's longtime owner Peter Seidler. Dork of the Week is anonymous...for now. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Tyler Glasnow's future & which organization is MLB's best run franchise. -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place y by Foul Territory

26 min listen

FT Guest - Cy Young finalist Kevin Gausman on why he has no shot at winning :( plus his Ohtani pitch & Manoah sitch: Sorry A-Rod, Blue Jays ace Kevin Gausman wasn't tipping his pitches in the playoffs. (5:45) (0:30) The AL Cy Young finalist also tells AJ, Braun & Kratz why he honestly thinks he has no chance at winning this year's award. RESPECT! (25:10) What's his pitch to Shohei Ohtani to come play with Toronto and why didn't the pitch from the Mets work on Gausman? Other topics: teammate Alek Manoah's lost year (18:00), Jose Berrios quick hook, plans as commish for a day & was Aaron Judge really peeking in that epic series?? (22:50) Got FT?! ---> shirts, hats, wristbands & stickers <--- -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

29 min listen

Cardinals made no offer to Aaron Nola - Derrick Goold on Lance Lynn signing & what’s next: Why was Lance Lynn the first signing of the St. Louis offseason and are they thinking BIG for the top of their rotation?! St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Derrick Goold explores the case of Japanese ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto and trade market options like Tyler Glasnow, Dylan Cease & Corbin Burnes. Disclaimer: this convo occurred before the Kyle Gibson signing but is focused more on the top tier SP the Cardinals are seeking. Also covered: Matthew Liberatore’s role next season & the addition of Daniel Descalso to the coaching staff. FoulTerritoryShop.com Black Friday let's gooooo by Foul Territory

21 min listen

Padres say YES to Mike Shildt, Kyle Gibson to Cardinals, Donaldson swan song, Pete Rose/HOF ballot release: Should Pete Rose be in the Hall of Fame? Todd Frazier, Brock Holt & Scott Braun dive into the fresh ballot, which includes thoughts on Adrian Beltre & Joe Mauer. (28:00) (3:01) The Padres said YES to Mike Shildt as skipper--is this the last chance manager under AJ Preller and will he make a difference v. Bob Melvin? (43:00) We also get to the Kyle Gibson signing for the Cardinals as news comes out--are the Cardinals still planning to shop at the top of the pitching market? FoulTerritoryShop.com -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through the BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app of at least ten dollars ($10.00). You will receive two hundred dollars ($200.00) instantly in additional winnings regardless of your wager’s outcome! Gambling problem or concern? Call 1-800-GAMBLER by Foul Territory

49 min listen

Tim Anderson & Matt Chapman FA cases, MOY winners + John Fisher speaks..poorly: John Fisher said what? The convo gets deep into how Vegas might reject the tarnished A’s daddy money owner after his latest embarrassment. (40:43) (11:00) Stadium’s Russ Dorsey joins AJ, Kratz & Braun on the Vegas A’s sitch, fiery free agent debate on Matt Chapman and Tim Anderson, plus a checkup on the White Sox plans. (4:20) We also get to the obvious Manager of the Year winners but surprising NL voting results released. Follow FT socials -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through the BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app of at least ten dollars ($10.00). You will receive two hundred dollars ($200.00) instantly in additional winnings regardless of your wager’s outcome! Gambling problem or concern? Call 1-800-GAMBLER by Foul Territory

58 min listen

FT Guest - Tanner Bibee on why 2nd place AL ROY is a big deal & his account of Tim Anderson v. Jose Ramirez: Guardians rookie pitcher Tanner Bibee said this season didn't go as planned...it went better! And it just got even better for the 2nd place finisher for AL Rookie of the Year thanks to a new rule that will allow him to get to free agency faster. Kratz, Braun & Kipnis ask Bibee about the service time boost and why he's found quick success in Cleveland. Also covered: unique reason why he was rooting for the Phillies & Rangers in October, his firsthand account of watching the Jose Ramirez v. Tim Anderson brawl and why the MLB Draft needs to be moved! Disclaimer: this convo happened before the AL ROY results were announced. Follow FT -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

22 min listen

FT Guest - Corbin Carroll had a SEASON!: Was this what the NL Rookie of the Year expected for his first full season? A very humble Corbin Carroll talks about the impact of his long-term extension, idolizing Derek Jeter, Evan Longoria leading the Diamondbacks, manager Torey Lovullo's impact, and a battle-tested phone after celebrations in the ballpark pool! Todd Frazier, Brock Holt & Scott Braun then debate if you'd rather be Corbin Carroll or Evan Carter right now. Would you risk not getting a World Series ring?! Cyber Monday FT Shop!!! -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

26 min listen

FT Guest - Is Rowdy Tellez about to be in the best shape of his life?!: Yup! The lovable 6’4 first baseman dives into his offseason festivities and winter focal points to glam up his agility game in 2024. Rowdy relates to AJ with their pilates struggles and tells us about his new trainer, dietician and more. Disclaimer: this convo occurred before the Craig Counsell news broke (we talk about it though) & before Rowdy was DFA'd by the Brewers. You can bet your a** we'll have Rowdy back on soon to cover these topics in-depth with the Rowdy sarcasm we crave! Offseason topics also include fulfilling best man responsibilities and trash-talking trick-or-treaters! FOUL TERRITORY STORE BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL by Foul Territory

20 min listen

Fair Territory - Astros make Joe Espada official, Padres/Brewers manager openings, Inside Dish on Counsell Cubs shocker, & Pete Alonso trade bait??: Six manager vacancies down, two to go. Ken Rosenthal updates the manager carousel & explains why three minority hires is a good sign for the sport. Craig Counsell to the Cubs was messy. Ken explores the fallout from the move that shook baseball - including industry reaction and where David Ross stands now. Counsell's former team is gearing up for a tear down, and Ken thinks it's a good idea. "Go backward to go forward." Ken peels back the curtain to how he reported the shocking move: in a rental car with his wife driving. He discusses the decisions he made in 16 minutes that felt like hours. Dude and Dork of the Week revolve around Jason Benetti. The White Sox let a great broadcaster walk away. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the D'Backs will pursue Nolan Arenado, should the Rangers seek to re-sign Jordan Montgomery & if by Foul Territory

32 min listen

BIG winter coming for Cubs? Sharma on Counsell aftermath: Any chance the Cubs sneak into the Ohtani sweepstakes like the way they shocked the world with hiring manager Craig Counsell? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma tells Erik Kratz about how the Counsell move went down, what's next with the roster and seriously...Shohei Ohtani or nah? Watch FT offseason coverage: LIVE shows, daily videos on the big moves and...John Fisher sucks. -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

16 min listen

FT Guest - Kevin Pillar on Blue Jays big miss, Acuña's underrated glove, Donaldson's prime personality: Were there 2015 Toronto vibes when the Braves fell this postseason to the Phillies? Braves outfielder (now free agent) Kevin Pillar expresses the pain of those losses but also highlights the Atlanta offense leading him to a big team award he'll always remember. Did the defensive metrics undervalue Ronald Acuña Jr. in the outfield? Pillar is someone who would know! Pillar also takes us inside the personality of prime Josh Donaldson, which included a Todd Frazier story about a friendly wager. WATCH FT clips -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

25 min listen

Braves case for Ohtani? "NO CHANCE" says David O'Brien + starting pitching plans & loss of Ron Washington: Why isn't Max Fried part of that group of Braves contract extension lifers? The Athletic's David O'Brien addresses the team's starting pitching plans. DOB immediately halts our question about Shohei Ohtani potentially landing in ATL. He also tells the FT crew why Ron Washington is the biggest loss of the offseason. Best way to contact FT is with a lil IG DM -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through the BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app of at least ten dollars ($10.00). You will receive two hundred dollars ($200.00) instantly in additional winnings regardless of your wager’s outcome! Gambling problem or concern? Call 1-800-GAMBLER by Foul Territory

25 min listen

Lance Lynn back in STL, Aaron Nola's BAG in Philly, M’s don’t want Ohtani, Braves brilliant Reynaldo Lopez add: Did the Braves just pull off one of the best bargains of the offseason?! One FT host says that could be the case if new addition Reynaldo Lopez ends up in a starting role. (7:25) (12:51) AJ, Toddfather, Braun & Stadium’s Russ Dorsey all throw in their eval of the Aaron Nola fresh Phillies deal and why stars love playing there. (3:10) AJ gets word straight from the source (Lance Lynn) on why he signed back with the Cardinals and SB points out one reason why his new home will lead to better results than 2023. Also covered: Yamamoto posting, Brandon Woodruff next stop, trade thoughts on Cease/Glasnow/Burnes & why tf did the Mariners reportedly drop out of the Ohtani sweepstakes??? Our Max Scherzer pod drops Tuesday AM or watch it HERE NOW! -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

56 min listen

FT Guest - Is Reggie Crawford the next Ohtani??: Giants two-way prospect Reggie Crawford would like to have a word with Shohei Ohtani--seriously, can someone give him his number? He's attempting to become the next pitcher/hitter sensation in the Bigs and we ask him all about that journey so far. Later on, Reggie goes in-depth on what Ohtani's going through with his elbow surgery recovery. Also covered with Crawford: viral Friday fits in the Arizona Fall League, small town ball in Pennsylvania and does he like hitting or pitching better? FT Shop -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

21 min listen

White Sox tanking q's + Rosenthal on Mets Yamamoto interest, Padres WILL trade Soto!: Could Bo Bichette and/or Alex Bregman get traded?! We ask FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal follow-up questions to his latest notes column. (16:43) (4:02) We start off with AJ, Kratz & Braun sizing up the potential heavyweight battle between the Yankees & Mets in the Yoshinobu Yamamoto sweepstakes. Are the Mets really taking a step back in 2024? Other topics with Ken: why Padres will trade Juan Soto (25:33), the free agent case of Lucas Giolito (30:02) + thoughts on Mets hot stove plans. (21:36) (32:40) We also have spicy debate on if the White Sox should trade Luis Robert Jr. and dish out Real talk on the ugliness of playoff shares meetings. (45:48) Follow FT -- Bet 10 Get 200 Instantly with BetMGM Bonus Code: FOUL200 Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through the BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app of at least ten dollars ($10.00). You will receive two hundred dollars ($200.00) instantly in additional by Foul Territory

67 min listen

FT Guest - NEW Mets manager Carlos Mendoza: Why did it take a week for the Mets to officially announce Carlos Mendoza as their next manager?! Mendoza tells us about the hold-up and later gets to why he was actually the 31st Manager in the Big Leagues in 2023 ;) The new skipper jokes about a prior job title that he was unaware of and the tough Ozzie Guillen act to follow as the game's 2nd-ever Venezuelan-born manager. Also covered: Buck Showalter, new boss David Stearns, how he'll set his lineup & what he'll miss the least about his bench coach gig with the Yankees! Follow FT -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

31 min listen

FT Guest - Max Scherzer on old-school Rangers winning, Pitch to Ohtani & Pitch clock injuries: Max Scherzer learned some inside info about the uniqueness of this year’s elbow injuries and he’s got a culprit. Mad Max offers solutions to clock issues he feels emerged and calls for a reformatting in the way baseball votes on rule changes. He also suggests a rule to consider for bringing back the importance of marketing starting pitchers. Max starts off by telling Toddfather, AJ & Braun why it was refreshing to play for Rangers GM Chris Young. Also covered with Max: his simple pitch on why Shohei Ohtani should think about Texas and his reaction to the Oakland A’s ditching a dedicated fan base. FT shopping szn -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

34 min listen

Inside Dish - Ken Rosenthal on Padres promoting Mike Shildt, Yamamoto/Ohtani package, Kyle Gibson to Cardinals & Marlins plans: The Cardinals have "gotta do more!" FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal tells us what else needs to happen for St. Louis to truly improve their pitching problems. Former Cardinals manager Mike Shildt is next up in the Padres skipper carousel. Will it make a difference?! Yoshinobu Yamamoto is posted and ready to chat with drooling ballclubs. What is Ken hearing about him and one fan asks about the potential of the Dodgers landing both Yamamoto AND Shohei Ohtani! Another fan q covers the Marlins pitching surplus disintegrating. Ken sizes up the big 4 starting pitcher trade candidates: Tyler Glasnow, Dylan Cease, Shane Bieber & Corbin Burnes. Ken also ponders the next Braves move. Brock Holt, Todd Frazier & Scott Braun also ask Ken about the callout for front office execs to put their damn phones down for a day! MORE Ken on his weekly Fair Territory pod -- Bet 10 Ge by Foul Territory

18 min listen

Inside Dish - Rosenthal's Ohtani update, A's to Vegas owner vote & Cashman said whaaa about Giancarlo?!: Why did Yankees GM Brian Cashman crush Giancarlo Stanton's injury woes & what happens next?? We start the convo with reactions from Todd Frazier, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz & Scott Braun--then FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal jumps in at the 8:03 mark. Ken also hits the Braves offseason situation, the chances of either San Francisco or the Rangers landing Shohei Ohtani & an updated report on the next steps for evil owner John Fisher to force Las Vegas residents to accept an Oakland A's brand that he loves to dump on. Any chance his owner friends vote it down?? -- FT SHOP has shirts, hats, wristbands & stickers by Foul Territory

33 min listen

RIP Padres owner Peter Seidler, Brewers promote Pat Murphy to manager, Awards szn & pitch tipping stories revealed!: Breaking news is covered with the passing of Padres owner Peter Seidler and the important messages that his peers should learn from him. (24:28) Erik Kratz played for new Brewers manager Pat Murphy and tells us why he's a changed man compared to his days running the Arizona State baseball program. (1:07) (9:37) Why is Tanner Bibee likely to get traded one year sooner now?! It's a big Rookie of the Year incentives convo that's making people (and teams!) richer. (47:22) We get to Manager of the Year picks later too and explain why it's an nbd award. Other topics with Toddfather, AJ, Kratz & Braun: NEW pitch tipping stories (37:18), Trevor May's sweeper v. slider pitch breakdown (32:53) Look out for our pod convo with Ken Rosenthal about Brian Cashman's comments slamming Giancarlo Stanton or watch it right now --> HERE -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order by Foul Territory

59 min listen

FT Guest - Inside rule change meetings with Whit Merrifield: What's really happening in the meetings that decide MLB's next rule changes? 2-time All-Star Whit Merrifield is part of the committee and tells us what changes could be next along with the disconnect between sides. (starts at 20:45 mark) We also get Whit's thoughts on Shohei Ohtani not talking to media and mix in a fan question about how Blue Jays players get paid--an epic prank story emerges from it. Before that, we cover Ichiro's kinda comeback, Whit's free agency experience, and his big golf tourney coming up!!! For more info, visit proathletegolftour.com by Foul Territory

41 min listen

FT Guest - Tigers top pitching prospect Jackson Jobe on bringing winning back to Detroit, pitching like Gerrit Cole & his first Big League purchase: The Tigers last World Series title was back in 1984 and Jackson Jobe knows all about it. What's his plan for getting Detroit baseball back on the map and what are the convos he's having with the rest of the Tigers young core? Jobe's saving his hefty signing bonus but has big plans for a treat yourself purchase when he cracks the Bigs! Detroit's top pitching prospect tells us about emulating Gerrit Cole but also another unique starter he loved watching when growing up. Also covered: specifics on Jobe's pregame prep, having a show name & life in the Arizona Fall League Look out for more convos with baseball's top prospects joining FT from the AFL -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

20 min listen

FT Guest – Sal Fasano = future manager?: Excuse me, did Braves Catching Coach Sal Fasano really say he’s too young to be a Manager?! Hear his explanation and future plans. The Braves gameplanning guru hits some offseason hot stove thoughts, describes the ridiculousness of Ronald Acuna Jr. and gets asked about a Shohei Ohtani Braves connection. Sal played for the Oakland A’s and expresses his sadness about the way they’re ditching the city. FT Shop Black Friday Go crazy folks! by Foul Territory

34 min listen

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