Foul Territory

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Ump banned for betting, Dipoto defends M’s, Edmonds barks at Cards Feb 04, 2025

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MLB banned umpire Pat Hoberg for being connected to baseball bets. (top of show) We explain the intricacies of the details from the lengthy MLB report.

(14:24) The Yankees signed back Tim Hill for some lefty help in the bullpen.

(16:57) Mariners POBO Jerry Dipoto defended the quiet offseason for the M’s in a curious way.

(24:28) Does Jim Edmonds have a point with his comments about the Cardinals changing or did he just experience a bad breakup with the club?

(30:08) AJ had a 6 finger teammate?

(32:50) The Twins did it! They signed their first MLB contract with a player this offseason. How will Danny Coulombe boost a strength?

(35:29) Cheating has multiple meanings in baseball.

(39:29) Phillies manager Rob Thomson doesn't seem scared of the big bad Dodgers.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Junior Caminero's WILD winter Feb 04, 2025

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Rays third baseman Junior Caminero was a monster star in the Dominican Republic playing winter ball and he went nuclear viral on multiple occasions.

(04:27) The impact of manager Albert Pujols

(09:42) Did he feel safe during the series?

(11:55) Will the Rays be better off playing at Steinbrenner Field?

(15:03) Cleveland trading young Junior at a young age

(16:50) Will we see another epic bat flip if he hits a big HR in October?

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Minnesota Twins team preview with Dan Hayes Feb 04, 2025

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Is a new owner coming soon to rescue the Twins? We hit the top storylines for the organization heading into the season with The Athletic's Dan Hayes.

Can the big 3 of Carlos Correa, Byron Buxton and Royce Lewis stay healthy? Could the Twins go after Dylan Cease or nah?

How pivotal is this season for manager Rocco Baldelli?

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Tigers checkup: Bregman next? Jack Flaherty's wild ride Feb 04, 2025

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How did Jack Flaherty end up back with the Tigers? The Athletic reporter & Tiger Territory host Cody Stavenhagen jumps on with info and speculates about next steps...Alex Bregman in Motown?!

Catch Cody on the Tiger Territory podcast for the best everyday coverage of the club.

Hosts: AJ, SB, EK

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Flaherty's back in Detroit, MLB's Luka for AD, Machado on SD's empty winter, Orlando Rays hints from Larkin? Feb 03, 2025

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We of course have to talk out the Luka for AD carbon copy in MLB and how different the NBA operates with trades.

(5:09) Then we jump into the Jack Flaherty signing for the Tigers and if an Alex Bregman could be next.

(15:11) Manny Machado spoke this weekend about the Padres losing key players and POBO AJ Preller addressed his plans for roster moves to make.

(29:40) Are we getting public hints that the Rays are moving to Orlando?

(40:05) Anthony Santander could've been a Kansas City Royal.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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FairT - Jack Flaherty to Tigers, 5 teams w/big needs, "Sacramento A's" Feb 03, 2025

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Ken Rosenthal breaks down Jack Flaherty's return to the Tigers and weighs if Detroit can still swing for Alex Bregman in free agency.

(5:11) A look at 5 teams with their biggest needs still out there.

(10:17) Inside Dish recalls the time Ken got called to the bench in bankruptcy court.

(17:17) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what the Athletics & Rays would do if they were to host playoff games, why more teams weren't in on Ha-Seong Kim & what to call the Athletics during their Sacramento stay.

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Former Pirates GM Neal Huntington on the small market struggle, Rev sharing, Pitt v. Cleveland Feb 03, 2025

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How difficult is it to run a team that won't spend money? Neal Huntington dealt with that adversity for years over in Pittsburgh but is seeing better results with his current organization. The Special Assistant to the POBO in the Guardians front office explains why Cleveland is thriving much more than the Pirates.

Does Huntington want to get back in the GM chair again? Should small market owners being financing their team in a different way? We hit the q's you want to know about teams that can't drop big money.

Hosts: Scott Braun, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz

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White Sox team preview w/Chuck Garfien Feb 03, 2025

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It can't get worse than 2024 for the South Siders...right? White Sox broadcaster Chuck Garfien previews 2025 for the club, including a group of prospects that they're hoping to see this season.

What about a potential Luis Robert Jr. trade soon?

What is the plan with the veteran signings made by the Sox?

Hosts: A.J. Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Tiger Territory Breaking News: Jack Flaherty signs back with Detroit Feb 03, 2025

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The Detroit Tigers are bringing back starting pitcher Jack Flaherty on a two-year deal. Tiger Territory hosts Cody Stavenhagen and Kieran Steckley react to the reunion.

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Teoscar Hernández: FA ride, Ohtani whisperer, Vladdy's Toronto decision, Mariners hitting woes, HR Derby again? Feb 03, 2025

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How did Dodgers slugger Teoscar Hernández like his free agent experience? (04:49) Teo tells us why he ended up back in LA and questions how much some other contenders really care.

(10:00) Did new teammate Roki Sasaki ask for Teo's jersey number?

(15:43) Teoscar details Vladdy Jr. wanting a contract extension with the Blue Jays and why it hasn't happened yet.

Also covered: Teoscar goes in depth on his friendship with Shohei Ohtani and why is it so hard to hit in Seattle?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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