White Sox trade update w/Jesse Rogers, Crochet value debate & Cubs red alert!

Braves trade for Kelenic, Mookie full-time 2B & are the Mariners...broke?!: Ryan Divish tells us why "the 54% thing is not going away" and wtf is going on with the M's payroll plunge?! The Seattle Times Mariners beat writer breaks down the Jarred Kelenic deal for both sides. (15:40) (5:23) Jason Kipnis loves this move for the Braves and Erik Kratz tell us why the Mets get a late 'W' for this too. (40:46) Our FT second baseman explains what the full-time 2B announcement for Mookie Betts means for his health & the LA defense. (46:47) Ken Rosenthal calls out Angels owner Arte Moreno and we react to the news today about the DUMP DEADLINE! (43:58) A little Blue Jays talk in there with a fan q about Ohtani/Yamamoto. Winter Meetings hot stove q's?! DM us --> FT IG -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

53 min listen

FT Guest - New Cardinals Bench Coach Daniel Descalso on how to fix the Cardinals: "We've gotta figure this sh** out and get back on track," says former Cardinals player Daniel Descalso. We ask the new STL Bench Coach about manager Oliver Marmol calling out some selfish players at the end of the season and what went wrong with the Willson Contreras situation? DD tells AJ, Kratz & Braun about his unique interview process, an A+ text from new Redbird Lance Lynn, and the Skip Schumaker/Jon Jay coaching combo starring in Miami. FT Shop is always open :) by Foul Territory

31 min listen

Inside Dish - BIG Ohtani & Soto chat with Ken Rosenthal: The Padres might haul in a better return than you think for Juan Soto. FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal weighs the trade scenarios and then we cover many angles of the Shohei Ohtani market... Is Seattle really out?! Blue Jays and Dodgers chances? Will SHOtime play outfield? Danny Graves also asks about his future closer chances. How long will this all take?????? BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL! It's those FT shirts worn by Big Leaguers everywhere! by Foul Territory

22 min listen

Sneaky Tigers add Kenta Maeda, Cardinals got Sonny Gray, Yankees should love Bellinger: Erik Kratz reveals the real reason why Sonny Gray struggled with the Yankees and it helps to explain why he's thrived since then. AJ Pierzynski tells us why it's a classic fit for the Cardinals. (6:23) (49:46) Will the front office stat grinders in the Yankees front office overthink their Cody Bellinger evaluation? AJ & Kratz say that would be a mistake and Scotty Braun offers a contingency plan if they don't land Belli. Cyber Monday FT Shop LFG! (18:13) Does Stadium's Russ Dorsey like the Kenta Maeda signing and think the Tigers might be kinda good this year? We also talk to Russ about the immense pressure the Giants feel to deliver franchise players to their fan base...Ohtani time?! Look out for our pod convo dropping tomorrow AM with the FT hosts asking Katie Woo about STL potentially adding another frontline starter. by Foul Territory

65 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

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 - Vinnie Pasquantino on his recovery, Pasquatch'ing, Bobby Witt Jr.: "We were a bad team." No sugarcoating from Vinnie P about the ugly year in KC but he tells us why he made sure he rehabbed with the team to experience the pain. Nobody even told him about the viral Pasquatch mascot before it popped up when he got on base! Pasquantino tells us how he's embraced the monster. Other topics: his personal stat goals for next year, playing with Bobby Witt Jr. & his injury recovery timetable. Tis Black Friday at the FT SHOP: shirts, hats, wristbands, stickers for the kiddos by Foul Territory

26 min listen

FT Guest - Lucas Giolito on White Sox culture, free agency & Ohtani as a teammate: Could a fight club have solved the 2023 White Sox? It gets brought up in the convo about the complex year that Lucas Giolito experienced, which also included stops and stories with the Angels & Guardians. Free agent talk gets real & will the wild streak of being teammates with Reynaldo Lopez end?! Pierzynski, Kratz & Braun also ask Giolito about his time on the Angels with Shohei Ohtani and how his intense prep is legendary. Got FT Merch? by Foul Territory

17 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

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

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

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

Jackson Chourio extension szn?! Giants need Ohtani or Yamamoto, more Juan Soto tea!: The Giants need to be splashy more than any ballclub! We dissect their pursuit of Shohei Ohtani & Yoshinobu Yamamoto. (14:59) (2:27) We start by getting AJ, Kratz & Braun to talk out the Ken Rosenthal report about the Brewers working with super prospect Jackson Chourio on a big boy extension. Could that affect Milwaukee's trade plans? (28:59) More Juan Soto trade tea too: Yankees talks, other clubs & extension chances? Look out for pods dropping with Lucas Giolito, Cal Raleigh & many more this week or hit the FT Youtube channel to catch them NOW! -- 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

59 min listen

Ken Rosenthal on Juan Soto blockbuster, D’Backs add E-Rod, Candelario to Reds shocker!: The Yankees won the week but they’re still hustling. FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal swings by to grade the Juan Soto trade and look ahead to what’s next for the Yanks and Padres. (17:56) (2:56) We start with Todd Frazier, Kratz & Braun weighing the trade + the toll that more centerfield will take on Aaron Judge. (33:30) Ken also addresses the Shohei Ohtani don’t-say-sh** meter that reached an absurd level at the Winter Meetings. (25:27) More Ken on FT: Eduardo Rodriguez signing up with the Diamondbacks and the surprising Jeimer Candelario addition to a crowded Reds infield. FT fam! FT SHOP is always open by Foul Territory

44 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 - Cal Raleigh's 54% reaction, pitch to Ohtani & missing Geno Suarez: The Mariners just traded away the "heart & soul of the clubhouse" aka Eugenio Suarez, according to catcher Cal Raleigh. We ask Cal about the move and of course we get into his reaction to POBO Jerry Dipoto's 54% line. What would Big Dumper say to Shohei Ohtani to try and get him to Seattle? AJ, Kratz & Braun also get Cal's thoughts on how the Rangers won it all. If you like this pod, you'll dig the FT Youtube channel --> smash that subscribe button -- it's free :) by Foul Territory

20 min listen

Fair Territory - Sonny Gray to the Cardinals and 4 teams feeling the pressure this offseason!: Ken Rosenthal has the latest on Shohei Ohtani’s movement with the winter meetings approaching. And how will Scott Boras handle his stable of free agents? How much does the Sonny Gray signing strengthen the St. Louis rotation? Ken also highlights Kenta Maeda’s deal with the Detroit Tigers. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including where Juan Soto might end up, the next move in the Cubs clubhouse and who the Giants are most likely to sign. Ichiro Suzuki pops up as Dude of the week! by Foul Territory

29 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

Luis Severino is a Met, Reds add 2 arms, Toddfather talks Soto, Chourio $, Merrifield on tourney day1!: Todd Frazier says the Reds better spend NOW! We review their 2 pitching adds (Nick Martinez, Emilio Pagan) and how they should have lots of room to buy more. (22:12) (14:06) Is Luis Severino about to roar back with the Mets?? Braun and Frazier tell us why they like the upside signing. (44:33) We get Toddfather's take on the Yankees going after Juan Soto. (8:07) AJ is with Whit Merrifield (leader of the Pro Athlete Golf Tour), who tells us about how his grand plan to bring competitive Big Leaguers together in the offseason all became a reality. (29:47) Todd can relate to Jackson Chourio’s contract extension situation and how it’ll affect him on the field. Also, are the Brewers more likely to keep Corbin Burnes now? -- 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. by Foul Territory

55 min listen

Katie Woo on Cardinals new pitching trio & trade options: Will the Cardinals actually end up adding 4 starting pitchers this offseason?! Are they willing to make a deal that involves significant position players? Pierzynski, Kratz & Braun talk to The Athletic's Katie Woo about what the Cardinals could still do to be splashier this winter. We debate if this is a playoff rotation now. Questions? Comments? Just wanna say hi? DM us --> FT IG -- 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

20 min listen

FT Guest - AJ Hinch on next moves for Tigers, vibes post-Miggy, Eduardo Rodriguez info: Are the Tigers about to shock the AL Central?! Manager AJ Hinch points out promising signs from the 2023 season and details hot stove plans for the front office. We also get a strong breakdown of the Kenta Maeda & Mark Canha additions for Detroit. Kratz, Frazier & Braun ask Hinch about how he still deals with the aftermath of him interviewing for the White Sox manager position years back. Hinch talks about how the 2024 culture is going to be different without Miguel Cabrera running the clubhouse. Other topics: Hinch's take on Craig Counsell/David Ross Cubs manager drama, Eduardo Rodriguez rejecting the Dodgers, and his instant connection with new Tigers broadcaster Jason Benetti. All of the ways to follow FT Winter Meetings coverage ---> HERE by Foul Territory

30 min listen

FT Guests - John Smoltz on the future of MLB pitching, Mackenzie Gore on Nats life: John Smoltz has a different take on Max Scherzer's comments about the pitch clock leading to more severe injuries. The Hall of Famer tell us the main reason why there's a problem and how it's going to get worse. The convo takes place at Whit Merrifield's Pro Athlete Golf Tour in Orlando, FL. Smoltz is the senior member--what's he telling the current Big Leaguers? We also get word from Nationals pitcher Mackenzie Gore at the tournament, which includes a hilarious line about what baseball question he'd like to ask Smoltz. AJ, Toddfather & Braun get into some Nats talk with Gore too. Disclaimer: it cuts off at the end b/c WiFi cut off at the clubhouse a couple times! Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

21 min listen

FT Guest - Brent Suter on free agent flirting, love for Josh Hader, making baseball BIGGER: Who wants a Swiss Army knife bullpen dude?! Brent Suter tells us about his free agent status and thoughts on fellow FA Josh Hader. How can baseball tilt more from a regional sport to the national spotlight? SuterB has some ideas, which includes...less clothing??? AJ, SB, EK & Suter also debate the way that baseball divisions could look very different when expansion hits. Our staff behind the scenes is ELITE. Subscribe to FT on Youtube (free duh) and see all the sweet graphics they pair with our videos :) -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

21 min listen

Bob Costas on why MLB has fallen behind, LA>Toronto for Ohtani, tanking A's, salary cap & dissing 50 Cent?!: Why does Bob Costas think the Dodgers are a better destination for Shohei Ohtani than Toronto? We press the legendary broadcaster on MLB's key issues: -MLB salary cap: good or bad? -Broadcaster "bias" -Vegas A's tanking Oakland fans -This year's monumental rule changes -Why baseball isn't where it used to be Bob starts with a story on how he kinda accidentally dissed 50 Cent! Leave FT a rating/review on this page if you get a chance :) bringing you baseball the way it should be covered! -- MLB 9 Innings Rivals: Anywhere. Anytime. Experience Realistic Baseball with an officially licensed MLB Mobile Game by Foul Territory

39 min listen

Jack Curry on Operation YamaSoto! AL East Power Rankings, Bullish on Severino & Montas reunion?: The Yankees "gotta throw everything at Yamamoto" says YES Network Insider Jack Curry. We talk out how the Soto deal came together, Jack's hesitancy about too much of Aaron Judge in centerfield & he drops that the Yanks might reunite with Frankie Montas. Toddfather, Kratz & Braun also ask about Luis Severino's potential rebound season with the Mets and an updated AL East power rankings (with the Jays in the running for Ohtani). Follow FT EVERYWHERE! by Foul Territory

20 min listen

FT Guest - Stephen Vogt on how he'll differ from Tito, Vegas A's, convos with Counsell: "Don't change me!" said new Guardians manager Stephen Vogt. He tells us about talking to Terry Francona and players about what to expect in Cleveland this season. Vogt's got a real take on how speeches are received by players. He also takes us through a wild stretch of manager carousel, which included conversations with Craig Counsell during the process. Say those rumors about trading Emmanuel Clase and Shane Bieber ain't so! We ask Vogter about it. Toddfather, Kratz & Braun also ask: how do the Guardians hit more homers, what does former Oakland player Vogt think of the team leaving town & is there a way for managers to not age so fast?! Winter Meetings week!!! FT will be extra LIVE ---> WATCH HERE by Foul Territory

27 min listen

FT Breaking News - JUAN SOTO IS A YANKEE: Is the Aaron Judge/Juan Soto combo about to take over MLB next season?! Is Judge in centerfield everyday the move? Our Yanks specialist Derek @NYYRecaps dissects every detail of this deal with Braun and Kratz. Is that refreshed Yanks lineup going to make everyone forget about their brutal year at the dish in 2023? Does this make up for the Yanks rejecting Bryce Harper? So much juice in here--LFG! Disclaimer: this show happened right before it was "official" but we have the full deal breakdown and nothing at all changed about the parameters of the deal. We also had a good talk with Baseball America's Kyle Glaser on Youtube about the return for the Padres and a detailed update on the top free agents available from Japan & Korea. Watch that part HERE now or look out for the pod soon! by Foul Territory

54 min listen

Kyle Glaser on Yamamoto & other top int'l FA + Soto deal return: What will Yamamoto bring to one lucky team? Baseball America’s Kyle Glaser breaks down Japan's top free agent pitching talent: contract thoughts, pitch arsenal and projections. Glaser also covers other big time free agents on the international market. We start with his insight on the Juan Soto trade return for the Padres. We'll do it LIVE! Subscribe freeeee to FT on Youtube :) by Foul Territory

21 min listen

Ross Stripling on LA v. Toronto for Ohtani & Giants quest to not be boring!!!: It's no secret that the Giants played a boring brand of baseball in 2023. Ross Stripling elaborates on that line and tells us what we should expect from new manager Bob Melvin running the ship. Chicken Strip played in Los Angeles and Toronto...so which organization should Shohei Ohtani choose? Strip also tells us about how he's following every potential Ohtani clue, including the ones linking him to SF ;) Ross talks to LoCain, Toddfather & Braun about how he can relate to the possibility of Oakland A's players having multiple home ballparks before the club moves to Vegas. Check out more info on Strip's Giveaway Breaks Livestream on December 13th -- Candy is your official destination for MLB digital collectibles. You can collect, buy, sell, and earn rewards like meet & greets with MLB stars, and even game used gear and signed memorabilia. As a special offer for Foul Territory listeners, Candy is offering FREE by Foul Territory

22 min listen

Soto/Verdugo Yanks dealing, Kimbrel is O's closer, Braves re-trade Marco Gonzales, Dodgers Ohtani drama, Oakland v. A's chapter 45: Is it a good idea for the Yankees to make Aaron Judge their everyday centerfielder?! We tackle the rare Yanks-Red Sox deal featuring Alex Verdugo and also how Juan Soto fits into the mix. (3:56) (23:52) Shohei Ohtani's demand for secrecy is now causing conflicts everywhere! Dave Roberts v. the Dodgers, Jed Hoyer v. Bob Nightengale. WTF is happening people?? (31:25) Debate rises on the magnitude of the Orioles bringing in Craig Kimbrel to be their closer. (16:27) More fire with Braun, Kratz & Pierzynski presenting different takes on the Braves shipping Marco Gonzales to the Pirates. (37:58) AJ is here for all of the petty jabs between A's owner John Fisher and the city of Oakland. There's an expensive next chapter we have thoughts on. Good time to join the FT subscriber fam (free duh) on Youtube to watch the show LIVE and all of the real clips posted afterw by Foul Territory

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White Sox trade update w/Jesse Rogers, Crochet value debate & Cubs red alert!

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