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Tim Anderson on his fresh start in Anaheim Jan 30, 2025

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In a rare and candid conversation with former batting champ Tim Anderson, we learn about his decision to sign with the Angels (01:45), what held him back from success the past couple years (03:55) and of TA addresses the infamous brawl with José Ramírez (06:05).

(8:35) What happened to the 2021 WhiteSox?

(13:07) The plan to just play and stay low key.

(16:27) Pitching is nastier than ever.

(19:45) MLB connectivity with young fans v. NBA/NFL.

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Rays land Ha-Seong Kim, Tigers sign Kahnle, Yanks crying about LA? Jan 29, 2025

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There's a flurry of high-leverage reliever signings, including Kirby Yates money at 13mil from the Dodgers. (4:10)

(7:09) The Tigers jumped in to sign Tommy Kahnle right as the show started.

(10:18) Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner publicly cries poverty (again). Have the Yankees done enough this offseason to recover from losing Juan Soto?

(19:18) Breaking news during the show: Ha-Seong Kim signs with the Rays. Can Tampa Bay contend with this big addition?

(24:33) The crew previews new show Friar Territory and reacts to the latest Padres ownership drama.

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

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Cincinnati Reds team preview w/C. Trent Rosecrans Jan 29, 2025

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How can Elly De La Cruz take another step with his game in 2025? We hit the top storylines for the Reds, including the Terry Francona hire, starting rotation questions and the lineup looking deeper on paper than last year.

Hosts: Scott Braun, Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz

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Breakout players + Ken Rosenthal on Padres Cease/King trade chances, LA weakness, Bregman/Alonso update Jan 29, 2025

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal weighs the Alex Bregman free agent decision and if Houston might pivot to Jorge Polanco.

Are the Padres going to trade Dylan Cease or Michael King?

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Ken reports on some amendments to the offseason that could expedite the Cold Stove.

What is a blueprint on how teams are planning on defeating the Dodgers?

Ken breaks down the dicey situation between the Mets and Pete Alonso.

After Ken, we cover some breakout player candidates for 2025 and the wild Junior Caminero homerun celly.

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

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MLB's record $12.1bil revenue, Bregman's offers, Reds ink Hays Jan 28, 2025

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The numbers are in for MLB 2024 revenue and they are record-breaking. (2:47) Why is the league uniquely thriving?

(13:43) The Pirates are having an Adam Frazier reunion. Can he bring his 2021 vibes back?

(16:29) Let's weigh the reported offers for Alex Bregman and would the pivot be for the club to sign Jorge Polanco?

(23:04) The Red Sox won't go past 4 years for Bregman, so umm why are they considered in the mix?

(25:52) Dylan Carlson just agreed to a deal with the Orioles. Can they resurrect his career?

(28:32) BetMGM gives us a win total number to consider for the Diamondbacks. Over/under?!

(31:25) The Reds just signed Austin Hays before the show started. Thoughts?

(34:09) Guests for Wednesday are Tim Anderson and Grayson Rodriguez. Trevor May will join the host squad too!

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

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Paul Sewald on Cleveland's recruiting moves, Vegas A's v. Raiders Jan 28, 2025

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Vet reliever Paul Sewald takes us inside the process that landed him in Cleveland with the Guardians on a one-year contract.

Who was the top recruiter, how stressful was the process and how much can the Guards' pitching machine help him improve?

Living in Vegas, Paul shares an update on the A's plans for Vegas and how differently it's being handled compared to the Raiders.

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

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Paul Skenes joins FT in NYC Jan 28, 2025

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Pirates stud starter Paul Skenes is a man on a mission. The NL Rookie of the Year tells us how his offseason studying has led him to gameplan more aggressively for this coming season.

Has he been paying attention to Pittsburgh's offseason transactions and why does he plan to be accepting a different award after the 2025 season?

Skenes also tells us the simple caveman thing he does in his free time.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Ken Rosenthal, Scott Braun, Erik Kratz

WATCH - Skenes & the stars at THE biggest (non-game) event in baseball: The BBWAA Awards in NYC

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Cubs land a closer, Mets/Alonso battling, Astros frontrunners for Bregman? Jan 27, 2025

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How big is this Ryan Pressly addition for that Cubs bullpen and can the Astros still piece together a strong relief core? (3:35)

(7:22) Also, does this salary relief (plus the report about Boston's weak offer) open up a lane for the Astros to sign back Alex Bregman?

(19:19) Why would the Padres put Michael King on the block along with Dylan Cease??

(21:37) Mets owner Steve Cohen didn't hold back when fans were chanting for a Pete Alonso return. AJ says that Pete should be pissed.

(36:23) The Chiefs prove that a firmer salary cap in baseball would create more parity in the World Series...lol jk.

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

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FairT: Cubs get Pressly, Bregman/Astros return possible, Steve Cohen talks Pete Alonso, Skenes studying Jan 27, 2025

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Ken Rosenthal dishes on Ryan Pressly waiving his no-trade clause to the Cubs and opening the door for an Alex Bregman-Astros reunion. (Top of show)

(4:25) An unnamed baseball executive pointed out the Dodgers defense could be their Achilles heel.

(6:08) Paul Skenes has his sights set on the Cy Young. Skenes told us Saturday how an LSU analyst found something that could help him reach even greater heights.

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(9:31) Inside Dish unpacks Steve Cohen's comments on negotiations with Pete Alonso. Ken explains why the Mets owner's comments toe the line with a key clause in the CBA.

(17:23) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Salvador Perez is a HOF lock, how the Dodgers will manage Shohei Ohtani's 2-way status and comparing Carlos Beltran's HOF candidacy to known steroid users.

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Manager of the Year winners Pat Murphy & Stephen Vogt Jan 27, 2025

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Brewers manager Pat Murphy joins us at the BBWAA Awards to reflect on how special his first run was in leading the Milwaukee dugout. He also drops a hilarious story about dear friend and late legend Bob Uecker.

Then it’s Guardians skipper Stephen Vogt telling us about how his club can follow up a very successful 2024 and we get into the plan for #1 pick Travis Bazzana.

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