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FairT: Orioles fire Hyde, Dodgers overhaul, ABS questions remain May 19, 2025

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Fair Territory Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Orioles parting ways with manager Brandon Hyde and what this means for them at the trade deadline. (Top of show)

(4:40) Ken gets to the current Rafael Devers hot streak and Boston's ongoing first base issues.

(7:14) The Dodgers act fast with early-season roster moves that cut bait with cherished members of the franchise.

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(11:20) ABS is coming, but concerns and questions are lingering.

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(20:04) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the reality of Paul Skenes being traded this year, which manager is on the hot seat next, and Ken's most interesting player he's covered.

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Managers Matter w/Scott Miller May 19, 2025

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NYT contributor Scott Miller hypes his new book: “Skipper: Why Baseball Managers Matter and Always Will”

Miller shares stories from legendary dugouts—Tom Kelly, Sparky Anderson, and others—while explaining how the manager's job has evolved.

He also details the modern power shift from manager to front office and why, despite that shift, the best skippers still have a major impact on wins and culture today.

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How Bret Boone went from chillin’ to New Rangers Hitting Coach May 19, 2025

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The story of jumping midseason into an important role with a contender is fascinating. Former All-Star Bret Boone tells us how he plans to solve the offensive woes for the Rangers.

There’s some valuable dialogue about the current verbiage living in hitter’s brains and how simplifying some parts might ease the mind for success.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Inside pitcher prep w/Mason Miller May 18, 2025

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A’s closer Mason Miller details how he preps for hitters, including the other pitchers he watches.

We also get into his thoughts on the Dodgers but they’re not the team that has impressed him the most!

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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Pete Rose’s lawyer on reinstatement journey & defending the HOF case May 18, 2025

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Attorney Jeffrey Lenkov tells us how he ended up repping Pete Rose and how he landed the reinstatement result he was seeking.

What were discussions like with commissioner Manfred and how much of a factor was political pressure?

What would Pete’s reaction be if he was still alive for the decision and how should his Hall of Fame case be handled?

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Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal reveals details about Angels’ Ohtani failure + Pete Alonso’s BIG improvements May 17, 2025

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Jackson Merrill for Shohei Ohtani? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal discusses the ways the Angels failed throughout the Shohei era, including a missed trade opportunity.

Ken also gets to his story on Pete Alonso’s improved plate discipline and the Juan Soto Bowl in The Bronx.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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Gary Phillips on Subway Series, Toddfather’s Pete Rose thoughts May 17, 2025

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Is this one of the hyped up Subway Series in a long time? NYDN Yankees beat writer Gary Phillips covers the monumental move by Juan Soto to change sides.

Gary also characterizes the caliber of season for Aaron Judge and the reaction from his teammates.

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Then it’s the Toddfather chiming in with his take on Pete Rose and the timing of the reinstatement decision.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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Soto in The Bronx, Acuña’s apology, Ohtani <3 marketing, Astros-Rangers Duel, Dalton Rushing debate May 16, 2025

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Should Yanks fans be so pissed off at Juan Soto? (Top of show) The Mets big money man is back in The Bronx.

(8:06) Jacob deGrom v. Hunter Brown was epic. Let's hit the Lone Star Series.

(16:22) Kenta Meada signed with the Cubs. Can they fix him?

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(18:33) Shohei Ohtani keeps delivering on his bobblehead nights and we continue the debate over Dalton Rushing’s role with the Dodgers.

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(33:44) Rivalry Weekend! What stands out?

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(37:05) Ronald Acuña Jr. apologized for his critical tweet. Toddfather and Kratz were not fans of the reasoning.

Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun

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Max Muncy’s inside look at Dodgers hitters meetings May 16, 2025

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Dodgers slugger Max Muncy dives into what the Dodgers say during hitting meetings and how they sort through the key analytics.

Funky Muncy also gives his opinion on Pete Rose and tells us about his experience with an absurd heckler in Chicago.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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FairT: MLB Surprise Teams, Pete Rose HOF debate, Orioles crumbling May 16, 2025

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the reinstatement of Pete Rose and its influence on Hall of Fame conversations. (Top of show)

(6:41) Ken dives into the teams that are off to a shockingly hot start: Tigers, Padres, Cardinals, and Mariners.

(11:44) The Baltimore Orioles are melting.

(15:20) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Cardinals' shot at the postseason with their current roster, if it's time to hit the panic button on the Orioles, and whether "Shoeless" Joe Jackson deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.

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(20:10) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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