Joe Maddon’s advice for Cubs/Angels, robo umps, why some contenders can’t win BIG

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

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Meetings szn - Nightengale on Bauer, Cease, Cubs, Giants, Rays, M's + Dorsey on Ohtani, Soto, Jays & MORE!: Are the Dodgers still the Ohtani frontrunners or are the Blue Jays about to swoop in?! Is Juan Soto option B for Toronto? We get the full winter meetings scoop from USA Today's Bob Nightengale & then ask Stadium's Russ Dorsey about the Jays potentially making noise. Other topics w/Bob: pressure on Cubs/Giants, Cease/Burnes trade market, Braves-Mariners Kelenic trade, Rays trades & will Trevor Bauer return to MLB?! Perfect time to check that you're following FT everywhere ---> TAP IN by Foul Territory

36 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

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 - 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

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 - 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

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

Jorge Castillo on Ohtani CIA v. LeBron MIA + Guardians win MLB Draft Lotto!: If Ohtani spurns the Dodgers because Dave Roberts spilled a droplet of tea about their meeting...then does Doc lose his job?? That's how ridiculous the Shohei mystery/threat is getting and LA Times reporter Jorge Castillo contrasts this situation to LeBron taking his talents to South Beach. Braun & Pierzynski also asked Castillo why the Angels won't trade Trout and what their post-Ohtani plan is. Tap in to watch bonus content from this episode, featuring a Winter Meetings q&a with FT fans after the Castillo convo! by Foul Territory

35 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

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

53 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

Ohtani Rumors FLYING, Mets chase Yamamoto BUT not Pete Alonso, LoCain on Judge CF & Soto's goodbye: We have reached the conflicting reports phase of the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes! What does imminent really mean and is Ohtani about to shock the world?? (00:47) (5:15) Lorenzo Cain has perspective from his own free agent experience. (36:40) LoCain also tells us why Aaron Judge should be not playing centerfield everyday for the Yankees next season. (14:13) Newsday Mets beat writer Tim Healey joins the party with a report on the nonexistent Pete Alonso extension talks & New York's Yamamoto pursuit. Toddfather is tight with Pete and has some advice for him. We plan to go LIVE (unless it's like 3am) on the FT Youtube channel for REAL baseball coverage when Shohei Ohtani picks his dancing partner. -- 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 by Foul Territory

52 min listen

Fair Territory Winter Meetings Special: Updates on Ohtani, Soto, Yamamoto, Dodgers, Yankees, Angels & MORE!: Ken thinks that Shohei Ohtani knows where he wants to sign! That's part of his Top 5 storylines entering the chaos in Nashville. How does Juan Soto's likely exit mirror how the Red Sox sent Mookie Betts to LA? Yoshinobu Yamamoto is "the belle of the ball" not named Ohtani. Ken explains why he feels his number is rising. Baseball the way it should be covered! Tap in to subscribe free to FT on Youtube How have the Yankees backed themselves into a corner & what's the starting pitcher trade market looking like these days? Inside Dish explores epic events from prior meetings, including blockbuster deals and 3-teams wrestling (literally) for superstar players. Dude of the Week Jackson Chourio hasn't reached the big leagues yet and the Dork resides in Anaheim with the Angels sneaking below the luxury tax. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Dodgers shortstop dilemma & Ke by Foul Territory

23 min listen

Ohtani’s opt-out, destinations for Snell, Hoskins, Belli & more: Where are the most realistic fits for some of the top free agents left on the board? We dissect the situations for Rhys Hoskins, Matt Chapman, Blake Snell, Cody Bellinger, and Lucas Giolito. (17:23) (3:46) AJ & Kratz tell Braun why Shohei Ohtani created baller leverage for Dodgers POBO Andrew Friedman in the latest mega contract detail tidbit to emerge. Cheers to the FT fam watching at work! DM us any q’s or comments on FT IG. We’re here for ya :) by Foul Territory

45 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 - 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

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

Rosenthal on Rangers plans post-Scherzer surgery, Dodgers big Glasnow deal, let the Royals COOK: Ken Rosenthal dishes on how the World Series Champs will round out their rotation without dudes like Max Scherzer & Jacob deGrom to start the season. (0:21) Ken also tells us why the Dodgers will do MORE after they officially bring Tyler Glasnow and Manuel Margot aboard. (26:30) Russ Dorsey has details on the Dodgers courting Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Plus, are the Cubs asleep at the wheel? The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli guest hosts. (9:10) Respect to the Kansas City Royals! AJ explains how KC is building a core just like 2013-2014. How'd that turn out?? (43:03) Britt tips her cap to Arizona D'Backs owner Ken Kendrick throwing shade at Shohei Ohtani. We'll keep receipts for when SHO-Time heads to Arizona. Holiday shopping szn at Foul Territory Shop by Foul Territory

49 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

Ryan Helsley on Yadi's return to STL, Jordan Montgomery's stock, & fantasy football poker drama with Waino??: Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said he wants to weed out selfish players in his clubhouse. We get Cards closer Ryan Helsley's reaction to the strong comments. Helslely also has thoughts on the offseason adds for the Redbirds, including Yadier Molina joining the St. Louis front office. What was it like playing with soon to be rich AF Jordan Montgomery? Helsley also spills the tea on the controversial reason why he refused to join the team's fantasy football league, led by commish Adam Wainwright. Follow FT for all of the real MLB tea :) -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

30 min listen

FT Live in FL for Ohtani visit! Yanks need Soto, Rangers sign Yates, Angels won’t trade Trout: Are we buying the Blue Jays as serious Ohtani contenders? Toronto Star baseball columnist Mike Wilner swings by with many reasons why the Jays are in the running. Topics include Drake, hiding spots, fancy facilities & Ohtani's hero. (19:43) (15:40) A Juan Soto update includes AJ stating why the Yankees need him badly and how they are known for pulling off trades with a little extra prospect marketing ;) (11:00) We hit the run of front office 100% no-trade announcements, including Mike Trout, Alex Bregman & all of the Braves long-term extension guys. (38:41) Also covered: Jim Leyland Hall of Famer, Rangers sign Kirby Yates We have some night shows LIVE this week too --> FT Youtube channel -- Use discount code FOUL for 20% off your first order at teazaenergy.com by Foul Territory

46 min listen

C. Trent Rosecrans on why Reds signed Candelario, Elly 2024: Umm shouldn't the Reds be spending their money on pitching and maybe locking up a young dude to an extension?! C. Trent Rosecrans provides more context on the team's $45mil commitment to infielder Jeimer Candelario. Todd Frazier, Lorenzo Cain & Scott Braun think they need an ACE! Rosecrans also quiets concerns about Elly De La Cruz slipping from his dynamite start on offense last year. Join us LIVE! Subscribe to FT on Youtube & catch us weekdays 1-3pE by Foul Territory

17 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

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Joe Maddon’s advice for Cubs/Angels, robo umps, why some contenders can’t win BIG

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