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Fair Territory: Trade Deadline latest, Seth Lugo extension, Surging Rangers, Reliever market dilemma Jul 28, 2025

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Ken Rosenthal breaks down the latest swirling around Thursday’s Trade Deadline, including the Royals extending Seth Lugo and taking him off the board. (Top of Show)

(1:45) Ken follows up on his weekend report that the D'backs could trade both Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly if the price is right.

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(3:10) Could the surging Texas Rangers suddenly become buyers?

(5:21) The 3rd NL Wild Card Spot race is wide open.

(9:34) Inside Dish unpacks the relief pitching market and the dilemma teams face about overpaying for talent.

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(19:02) Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including which Mets infielder could go, if the Rays will sell, if the Cardinals will deal controllable players and if Eugenio Suarez is destined for Milwaukee.

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Brent Rooker on Swing-off ideas, Trade rumors, A’s season in Sacto Jul 28, 2025

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A's All-Star Brent Rooker takes us inside his All-Star madness, including lack of communication with the Home Run Derby tiebreaker and the swing-off success in the All-Star game.

We also ask Rook if there's any chance he gets traded and what it's been like playing for the Sacramento A's while waiting for the Las Vegas move.

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Hosts: Scott Braun, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz

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Jo Adell on the BIG swing reps misconception, AS snub, Pilates FTW Jul 27, 2025

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The Angels outfielder wishes he learned a very important practice with swing reps long ago. He talks BP routine, the key to avoiding injuries, and meeting his idol, Joey Votto.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Kevin Pillar, Scott Braun

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Jesse Chavez breaking the news on FT that he’s retiring: most memorable matchups & what’s next? Jul 27, 2025

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Days after departing from the Braves, Jesse Chavez announces his retirement live on Foul Territory. Jesse shares secrets behind his unlikely Big League journey and adjusting his approach to pitching as his velocity dwindled.

Jesse also talks about his greatest baseball moments and a next career he has in mind. DON'T MISS the end of this convo when Jesse gets a pop quiz to list all of the teams he's every played for...IN ORDER!

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Hosts: Toddfather, Kratz, Braun

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Trade aftermath: Next moves for D’backs after dealing Naylor, Yankees plans after adding McMahon Jul 26, 2025

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Josh Naylor is gone from AZ. Snakes Territory host Jesse Friedman tells us who else is on the trade block. Also, he drops his take on whether Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen will both be dealt, and why moving Lourdes Gurriel could get them some serious cash.

(12:14) Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski joins us for a look at the Ryan McMahon deal for the Yankees and what else they're looking to accomplish.

Hosts: Erik Kratz and Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal on Trade Talk Chaos Jul 26, 2025

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The Mets picked up reliever Gregory Soto. What's next? Are the Diamondbacks officially BIG sellers? What else will the Mariners do? Our FT Senior Insider drops the latest intel.

Ken also covers the Orioles selling process, the Padres buying/selling with their current financial restrictions and why he denounced the Yanks over praising the Blue Jays.

(15:49) Then it's Tiger Territory host Cody Stavenhagen addressing the team's concerns on offense, why he thinks they’ll pick “lesser” names at the deadline, and the type of pitcher they absolutely NEED.

Hosts: Kratz, Braun

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FT Breaking News: Yankees trade for Ryan McMahon, Mets acquire Gregory Soto, Mariners land Josh Naylor Jul 25, 2025

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It's all happening. Let the trade madness begin. The Orioles deal Gregory Soto to the Mets right before we started up. (Top of Show)

(12:33) Breaking news during FT: Ryan McMahon moves from Colorado to the Bronx.

(29:03) Josh Naylor to the Mariners is the start of the D'backs selling many assets. How clutch was this move for the M's?

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(37:14) Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper dishes on the prospect return in the Naylor deal.

(40:08) The Cubs are reportedly listening on a good chunk of their minor league system.

(42:49) Looking ahead to the weekend series. What to watch for?

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Jesse Rogers w/latest trade deadline rumors: AL/NL Central team plans, Geno landing spot Jul 25, 2025

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The Tigers are in a big funk. Any real concern for Detroit? (top of show) Then it's ESPN.com Insider Jesse Rogers (1:04) discussing the top contenders for Eugenio Suárez's services and the likelihood of a reunion with one of his former clubs.

Jesse also reacts to trade rumors surrounding Royals starter Seth Lugo and trade possibilities for the Guardians and Twins.

He also hits the impact of the Cubs’ strong farm system on their chances to acquire a top player and expectations for the Cardinals to be either a seller or buyer at the deadline.

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(19:13) Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara FINALLY impresses, pitching seven shutout innings. What should Miami do from here?

(21:33) Executive John Mozeliak is set to step down from his current post after the season. Does this change the team's plan heading into the final week before the deadline? Will Nolan Arenado finally get dealt?

Hosts: Toddfather, Kratz, Braun

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Gavin Sheets on joining SD, White Sox changes, facing Lance Lynn Jul 25, 2025

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Padres slugger and new father Gavin Sheets opens up on his decision to join San Diego in the offseason and key mentors that pushed him to embrace new positional roles and game preparations.

Plus, Lance and Gavin trade verbal jabs. Gavin also answers some fan questions on relationships with his former White Sox teammates and his funniest new teammate in San Diego.

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Hosts: Scott Braun, Todd Frazier, Lance Lynn

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FairT: Eugenio Suárez deadline destinations, Boone/Yankees stumble, Dustin May trade bait? Jul 25, 2025

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss what New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone is doing to stem the tide following an ugly series in Toronto. (Top of show)

(5:53) Looking at the Trade Deadline, the hosts debate if Arizona D’backs third baseman Eugenio Suárez could be a fit for the Milwaukee Brewers.

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(7:51) The hosts also discuss Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May’s future - could it be in a different uniform?

(11:43) Ken and Alanna take your Grillin’ Ken questions, including deadline outlooks for the Astros and Cubs, plus Ken's favorite "club" music.

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(20:23) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(25:41) Ken and Alanna preview this weekend's Dodgers-Red Sox series.

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