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Rangers utility man Josh Smith Sep 11, 2025

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Even the Rangers are shocked to be in this postseason race! Texas utility man Josh Smith makes his FT debut to share stories of being unfiltered in the locker room and he praises “The Little Rascals” sparking the chase.

Smith tells us about the rise to a World Series victory in 2023, positions he's not interested in playing and he drops a hilarious take on height.

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Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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Blue Jays W + bulletin board quote, Houston’s problem, Volpe’s fall, Early’s exceptional debut Sep 10, 2025

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Kratz starts off the show by revealing how he dealt with haters while playing in the minors. (Top of show)

(2:06) Blue Jays commentator Buck Martinez let it rip about the Yankees. Does New York care? Plus, we go over Toronto’s comeback win over Houston and both teams’ injury concerns.

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(16:38) The Giants are only two games back of the Mets in the NL Wild Card!

(19:12) Connelly Early had a shiny MLB debut for the Red Sox. How does that Boston rotation look for October?

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(23:34) Rōki Sasaki had a promising rehab start, but we doubt he’ll return for the postseason.

(25:08) Kyle Tucker is on the IL - some tough timing.

(26:49) Detroit scored NINE runs in the 8th against the Yankees. We react to the bullpen implosion and Aaron Boone’s comments about Anthony Volpe. What should New York do with Volpe?

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(37:27) Kyle Schwarber reached 50 home runs this season! And Juan Soto now has a 30/30 season to his name.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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156 game season coming soon? + Cubs checkup w/Sharma Sep 10, 2025

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The OG FT crew weighs Jayson Stark's article insinuating future MLB expansion = fewer regular season games.

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(12:59) North Side Territory host Sahadev Sharma talks about the severity of an injury to reliever Daniel Palencia and the strength of the bullpen alongside him. Sharma shares his two biggest concerns for the Cubs, including the outlook of star Kyle Tucker come postseason time. Who does Sharma like most in the Cubbies farm system? Plus, what should we make of Seiya Suzuki’s second half drop-off and Owen Caissie returning to the minor leagues?

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Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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Ken Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Rays sale update, AL Wild Card fight, MVP voting ethics Sep 10, 2025

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins to discuss Stu Sternberg selling a majority stake in the Rays and the likelihood of a relocation to a nearby market. Ken kicks around Toronto's concern with their bullpen and how the Yankees may address fundamental concerns and Anthony Volpe’s season-long struggles.

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Can the Padres and Mets trust their pitchers heading into October? Rosenthal also gets to the surge for Texas without two stars, the AL Wild Card race and the ethicality of financial incentives being tied to Byron Buxton’s MVP placement.

Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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No-No Dodgers, PitchCom Padres, Secret injuries, Is Aaron Nola back? Sep 09, 2025

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Credit FT sources! The Red Sox call up Connelly Early to start in Sacramento tonight. (Top of Show)

(4:14) The Phillies and Aaron Nola took care of business against the Mets. Trea Turner and Alec Bohm hit the IL. What was Francisco Alvarez swinging at against Jhoan Duran in the game’s final at-bat?

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(13:16) The Rangers are expecting Adolis Garcia and Corey Seager back next week.

(14:50) The Dodgers blew another no-hitter opportunity, the second time in a THREE-GAME span. At least they won the game this time...

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(19:48) Padres starter Yu Darvish and Freddy Fermin weren't on the same PitchCom page early in the game. Is the lil device to blame?

(25:27) How is Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman still doing it? ICYMI, Carlos Narvaez was on FT Monday!

(27:30) Have the White Sox overtaken the Twins as the better current ballclub?

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(30:07) Braves catcher Sean Murphy didn't tell anyone about his hip injury. Believe it?

(37:04) Rando Debate: Should Jeff Kent be in the Hall of Fame?

Hosts: Scott Braun, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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Heath Bell talks Padres + Aroldis Chapman’s incredible discovery Sep 09, 2025

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Aroldis Chapman has been on fire. Did he really just discover a pitching philosophy this season that everyone else knows???

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(03:54) Former All-Star closer Heath Bell stops by for some thoughts on the Padres as he gives us a glimpse of what he's been covering lately on Friar Territory.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Red Sox catcher Carlos Narváez, Rangers closer Shawn Armstrong Sep 09, 2025

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How is Shawn Armstrong embracing the closer role with Texas? We ask the veteran pitcher about the postseason push for the Rangers and his windy career path to a pivotal bullpen role.

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(19:16) Red Sox catcher Carlos Narváez shares some epic Aroldis Chapman stories that have led to the Boston closer having the best year of his career.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: AL WC frenzy, LA lull, AL Cy race, RIP Davey Johnson Sep 09, 2025

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal recaps the puzzling past week for the Dodgers, including their unprecedented loss Saturday to the Orioles. (Top of Show)

(4:04) There is suddenly a race for the 3rd AL Wild Card spot.

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(6:52) Key injuries surfaced this weekend for Trea Turner and Daniel Palencia. Plus, updates on Corey Seager and Bobby Witt Jr.

(10:34) Ken reflects on the late Davey Johnson in this week’s Inside Dish.

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(20:49) Grillin' Ken includes Ken's World Series favorites, a favorite in the AL Cy Young race and Brandon Sproat's Mets debut Saturday.

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Aaron Judge’s arm conundrum, Weighing AL WC race, No bye for LA? Sep 08, 2025

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Why are people stealing baseballs from children?! AJ says don't give in!

(3:53) It’s a tight AL Wild Card race and we weigh the odds of a team catching up to the Mariners for the final spot.

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(13:54) Trea Turner is out and Kratz tells us how this loss looks for the Phillies.

(14:36) Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti will miss the rest of the season.

(16:22) We saw some incredible homer robberies this past weekend.

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(19:03) The O’s were one out away from being no-hit...until they weren’t. Where are we at on the Dodgers still in a long lull?

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(28:42) Pat Murphy let The Miz cook! We love to see it.

(30:23) Aaron Boone comments on Aaron Judge’s throwing arm. We breakdown what “creative cuts” the Yankees say they are making.

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(44:39) Astros ace Hunter Brown tells Joe Espada “I’m going back out” + Alex Cobb hints at retirement after providing an injury update.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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MLB contender concerns + D’backs rookie Taylor Rashi’s inspiring rise Sep 08, 2025

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What are the biggest concerns facing postseason contenders? We review The Athletic’s list and discuss our own worries.

(8:03) 29 year-old Diamondbacks rookie pitcher Taylor Rashi reveals his life in The Show, including saving games in his first two appearances. He also tells the story of when he almost quit baseball and why he stopped worrying about velocity.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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