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Rangers checkup: Trade deadline direction, Corey Seager’s IL trips Jul 08, 2026

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Dallas Morning News beat writer Evan Grant breaks down the Rangers' home/away split issues and how they need to approach a home-heavy second half. He also weighs in on fan frustration surrounding Corey Seager, what trade routes make the most sense for Texas, and how Skip Schumaker has fared managing the club.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski & Erik Kratz

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Ken Rosenthal's Inside Scoop: Mets trade assets available, Cardinals buy/sell, Adley Rutschman's future Jul 08, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Mets' trade deadline plans. He also weighs in on whether Lars Nootbaar gets dealt by the Cardinals, what names (besides Skubal) the Tigers might move, and whether the Orioles are truly committed to keeping Adley Rutschman long-term.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski & Erik Kratz

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Schlittler’s reply, Konnor Griffin’s injury, Toronto bats flunk, Freddy P suddenly calling own pitches? Jul 07, 2026

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The U.S. men's national team is out of the World Cup and we pile on. (top of show) We also have another Home Run Derby participant confirmed!

(8:35) For the first time in his career, Freddy Peralta called his own pitches. Is pitch calling an excuse, or the real reason for his struggles?

(15:55) Mike Burrows just turned in his worst start of the season. Does this confirm the Astros need starting pitching?

(18:44) Tough news in Pittsburgh: Konnor Griffin is sidelined for a while.

(20:34) The Blue Jays' rough season keeps getting worse. The bats are silent.

(27:29) Nationals starter Foster Griffin could be a name to remember as the trade deadline approaches.

(29:15) More ABS drama: an umpire denied Jasson Domínguez a challenge because he didn't see him tap his helmet.

(31:52) Geoff Pontes from Baseball America has the scoop on the Brewers calling up Luis Lara.

(33:42) Patrick Sandoval makes his first big league start in over two years after coming off the 60-day IL. How helpful is this for the Red Sox?

(36:05) Yankees flamethrower Cam Schlittler had plenty to say about bouncing back from his last start.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski & Erik Kratz

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AJ Pierzynski meets the Pope, Juan Soto responds to Lindor beef, Arte Moreno ends Trout trade talks Jul 07, 2026

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AJ Pierzynski is back and here to tell us about his experience meeting the Pope and gifting him with a special White Sox World Series ball.

(11:41) After reports that Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor weren't close, Soto responded with an all-time quote. How does it impact a team when the biggest stars don’t get along?

(24:36) Arte Moreno made his plans for a Mike Trout trade to Philly VERY clear.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Bob Nightengale's Notes: Pitching trade market, Bryce Harper's All-Star commish selection, Skubal n/a? Jul 07, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Bob Nightengale breaks down the starting pitching trade market and which All-Stars could be on the move before the deadline. He also weighs in on whether the Tigers will actually deal Tarik Skubal and how Bryce Harper ended up with the All-Star Legends pick despite his rocky history with Rob Manfred. Can the Yankees figure out their problems without making a big move?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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All-Star starters & snubs, Eury Pérez perfecto debate, Yankees swoon Jul 06, 2026

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All-Star festivities are coming soon and we will see you at Iron Hill Brewery in Philadelphia. (top of show) Also, welcome Mile High Territory to the FT Network!

(2:22) Miami starter Eury Pérez was pulled after seven perfect innings. Should the Marlins have left him in?

(16:59) Brandon Woodruff has been dealing with a dead arm feeling again, and Pat Murphy has confirmed the cause.

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(18:49) The injuries for Triston Casas continue to pile up as he has been shut down again.

(23:10) The All-Star rosters are officially out. Who made the cut, and who was robbed of an appearance?

(36:47) Aroldis Chapman now holds the all-time strikeout record for a relief pitcher!

(38:00) The Yankees’ struggles on and off the field continue as they are now losing Carlos Rodón to the IL, along with a hotshot pitching prospect. What's next?

(47:54) Things are looking up in Cincinnati as Hunter Greene is officially back in the rotation. Is there any chance for them to make a run?

(50:37) Which teams dominated All-Star selections this year?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: NL Central trade thoughts, All-Star snubs, Yanks scuffling, Eury Pérez exits perfecto Jul 06, 2026

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses the Yankees' slide ahead of their four-game series in Tampa Bay. (Top of show)

(3:33) Ken explains why he was on board with Marlins manager Clayton McCullough's decision to remove Eury Pérez yesterday. Plus, the bigger picture: the Marlins are rolling.

(8:26) Ken unpacks his biggest All-Star snubs, including Brewers MVP Brice Turang.

(12:00) Inside Dish explores each NL Central team's Trade Deadline needs.

(24:31) Grillin' Ken answers your live questions, including Francisco Alvarez's trade value, which starting pitchers could be dealt, and Alec Burleson's season so far.

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MLB's rigged baseball mystery just got weirder! Eno Sarris unveils what we know Jul 06, 2026

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Is the baseball suddenly rigged? The Athletic's Eno Sarris joined FT to explain why baseballs are suddenly flying farther than they have in years and what MLB's "splotchy" baseball controversy could mean for the rest of the season.

Plus, he dives into the data behind this year's unusual baseballs and why no one has been able to solve the mystery.

Hosts: Ross Stripling, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Allen Craig On Cardinal Territory Jul 06, 2026

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Jim Hayes sat down with former Cardinal Allen Craig earlier this week on Cardinal Territory. Allen looked back on the 2011 World Series run, shared an update on his pet tortoise "Torty," and revisited his favorite memories in St. Louis.

Now a member of the Padres' front office, Allen also broke down his current role and how he's helping shape the organization's future.

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Cubs legend Jon Lester joins NST as regular contributor Jul 05, 2026

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BIG FT NETWORK NEWS: Three-time World Series champion Jon Lester is joining North Side Territory as a regular special guest contributor!

In his debut episode, Lester reflects on the 10-year reunion of the 2016 Cubs, what made that championship team so special, and how it compares to this year's squad.

Lester also discusses what Alex Bregman is experiencing as a high-profile free agent in a new city, the importance of clubhouse chemistry, and how players navigate the ups and downs of a long MLB season.

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