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Sacramento A's transition talk Apr 05, 2025

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Sacramento Bee senior reporter Chris Biderman discusses how the Athletics’ transition to Sacramento is unfolding with a lukewarm fan response.

On the field, the A’s opened with three blowout losses to the Cubs. With summer approaching, will the offense take off, or is this team simply not ready to take another step in the right direction?

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Ken Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: Extension szn, Cubs finances, Juan Soto’s host fam, LA/SD dominance Apr 05, 2025

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal shares more info on his recent story covering Juan Soto's host family from the minor leagues.

Ken chats about fast starts for the Dodgers and Padres. How worried is he about Atlanta's slow start?

Are some players signing extensions too early?

Is Aaron Judge under-appreciated?

Why are the Cubs not spending commensurate to their revenue?

Hosts: Scott Braun, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz

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Attacking Judge, Rockies moves, Gunnar's back, Taijuan’s back Apr 04, 2025

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Aaron Judge is on fire. Why doesn't he get more of a Barry Bonds treatment? (Top of show)

(10:07) Do you know the number of times the official @MLB account has posted about each team since Opening Day?

(12:19) Rockies moves: Chase Dollander called up, Kris Bryant out of the lineup again.

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(16:46) Umpire Mike Muchlinski gives players a warning, then misses many calls. Todd and Erik have thoughts.

(24:01) Owner John Middleton joins The Phillies Show and we react to his legacy answer.

(26:50) Taijuan Walker makes his mark, City Connects LEAKED! Reds shutout in 3 consecutive games all in Better than Boxscores.

(40:34) Gunnar Henderson is back, Andrew McCutchen's reluctantly in the outfield today and Freddie Freeman's out for longer with that shower mishap.

(47:21) Weekend game slate.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Rangers pitching thriving, Langford extension time? Sandler joins FT Apr 04, 2025

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With a plethora of recent extensions, is Wyatt Langford a candidate for a long-term deal?

We ask Rangers broadcaster Jared Sandler, who also covers a nice week of pitching for Texas and some quiet bats.

Jared and the crew debate how MLB can inject more high-energy atmospheres into its games, taking inspiration from international sporting events.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Fair Territory: Best Deals of Extension Season, Slumpy Braves Apr 04, 2025

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the flurry of contract extensions that have been signed during the first week of the season and discuss which of the deals are primed to age the best. (Top of Show)

(8:48) The hosts analyze the Braves' ongoing struggles and debate whether it's too early to worry about their postseason hopes.

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(12:59) We take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including which city has the best Opening Day celebrations, how are the Padres and Dodgers still undefeated, and what will Andrew McCutchen’s legacy be?

(21:11) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the week.

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How are the Braves 0-7? Will Acuña rush back? Grant McAuley joins FT Apr 04, 2025

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How did a popular World Series favorite become a winless team with loads of concerns so fast? Braves reporter Grant McAuley breaks down Atlanta’s nightmare start to the season.

No team has ever made the playoffs after starting 0-7—will mounting pressure push the Braves to rush Ronald Acuña Jr. back from injury?

The pitching staff’s issues appear bigger than expected, raising concerns about missed offseason opportunities.

Grant also reacts to the Jurickson Profar suspension and discusses how the clubhouse will welcome him back later this season.

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Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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NL best West, Kyle Tucker’s surge, Ketel’s extension, Crochet shoves Apr 03, 2025

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Shohei Ohtani's walkoff dinger on his bobblehead night led the Dodgers to keep their undefeated streak alive. The NL West is off to a ridiculous start. (Top of show.)

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(17:51) Paul Skenes doesn't do adversity.

(20:10) Is the media being disrespected in baseball?

(22:14) Inside Edge Data Dish with Kyle Tucker's huge week and what to learn from Juan Soto's swing rate on non-fastballs.

(28:21) The Brewers & Twins go from losers to winners.

(31:15) Garrett Crochet celebrated his extension on the mound, the D'backs got a deal done with Ketel Marte and Zac Gallen owns the Yankees.

(38:57) Trop update: YIKES.

(41:47) Phillies owner John Middleton was on The Phillies Show today and we have sound bites.

(46:09) The Yankees have bone broth in their dugout. Torpedo bat 2.0?!

Hosts: EK, AJ, SB

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Kyle Glaser on Jackson Merrill extension & undefeated Padres, Chef Ron on viral milkshakes Apr 03, 2025

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Padres insider and Friar Territory host Kyle Glaser joins FT to break down San Diego’s hot start to the season and the long-term commitment to Jackson Merrill. With a nine-year extension locked in, Kyle explains why this deal is a no-brainer for both sides and what Merrill’s ceiling looks like after his impressive rookie campaign.

The Padres are undefeated—how long can they keep this up, and what’s fueling their early dominance?

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Chef Ron handles food items at both Chicago ballparks for Levy Restaurants and he gives fans a taste of his daily life. From Campfire Milkshakes to Baseball Donuts, what are the must-try items this year?

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Kristian Campbell's Red Sox extension, 0-6 Braves, Dodgers acquire Ruiz, May returns, Pirates option Bednar, A's bandbox, Geno is HIM Apr 02, 2025

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The Braves still haven’t won a game and AJ declares the panic meter in Atlanta should be high. With the National League looking stacked, how concerned should Braves fans be about this slow start? (Top of show)

(17:42) The Pirates sent All-Star closer David Bednar to Triple-A. What has gone wrong and how can he get back on track?

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(20:32) The Dodgers trade for Esteury Ruiz—but where does he fit in their already loaded roster? Plus, Dustin May made his long-awaited return to the mound after elbow surgery and a near-death experience.

(28:26) Another young star just got paid—the Red Sox extended rookie Kristian Campbell just a week into his Big League career.

(39:33) Nathan Eovaldi tossed a shutout against the Reds, adding to what has quietly been an excellent career.

(45:32) The A’s are playing in a bandbox this season.

(51:01) AJ shares his thoughts on Rafael Devers' early struggles at the plate and the hot Torpedo Bat conversation.

(53:47) Quick hitters: Eugenio Suárez’s grand slam lifted the Diamondbacks over the Yankees, an injury setback for Mets pitcher Sean Manaea.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Trevor May's torpedo take, Brad Lord's hardware store to MLB story Apr 02, 2025

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Are pitchers pissed off about the new Torpedo bats taking over the Majors? Trevor May weighs in and we get to Matt Strahm's tweet about it.

Nationals reliever Brad Lord dives into his journey to MLB that includes a unique offseason gig at Home Depot.

What was the reaction from his teammates upon learning about his other job?

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Brad also has a unique story about how he received the call that he was going to the Bigs.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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