Foul Territory

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Fair Territory: Ohtani vs Skenes vs The Miz, Cal Raleigh hits IL, Mickey Moniak's epic moment May 15, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun open Fair Territory discussing the latest injury news surrounding Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, Yankees pitcher Max Fried, and the Mets' battered lineup. (top of show)

(9:13) The hosts debate the three-horse race for the NL's best pitcher, weighing Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani against Pirates ace Paul Skenes and Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski.

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(14:59) Ken and Scott hand out their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(21:50) Ken answers your Grillin' Ken questions, including whether the White Sox are buyers, if Bryce Elder is legit, what's next for Jazz Chisholm Jr., and more.

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Cal Raleigh’s hurt, Ohtani’s gem, Miz masterclass, Max Fried’s elbow, Baby Mets lose Francisco Alvarez May 14, 2026

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Twin Cities Territory host Tyler Duffey joined his show from a car on his way to pitch in the Mexican League. (top of show) It sparks a debate about AJ's sprint speed.

(11:04) Shohei Ohtani does it again, lowering his ERA to 0.82 with another dominant outing. He's got company in the NL.

(20:20) Marlins rookie Robby Snelling is headed to the IL and it might be bad.

(23:02) Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. reached 900 career strikeouts and had a humbling reply about it.

(25:27) Some Twins news: Zebby Matthews is back up and the team optioned Matt Wallner.

(28:06) The Phillies have been rolling, but still find themselves well back in the NL East.

(30:41) For the first time in his career, Cal Raleigh heads to the IL with a right oblique strain.

(39:20) Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez had knee surgery on a torn meniscus. It's gonna be a while.

(44:43) Yankees starter Max Fried left the game yesterday with elbow soreness.

(46:57) Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski is NASTY.

(49:47) Huge win for the Blue Jays with the help of a Daulton Varsho grand slam. Plus, Dodgers Territory host Katie Woo will be making her FT hosting debut on Friday!

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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Tom Verducci on Bellinger’s evolution, Skenes comp, Bobby Cox + Fantasy Baseball Buy/Sell/Hold May 14, 2026

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Legendary writer/reporter Tom Verducci joins FT to share stories about the late Bobby Cox, analyze the new strike zone in the ABS era, comp Paul Skenes to Dwight Gooden and detail Cody Bellinger's breaking ball bashing evolution.

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(18:17) The Athletic's Owen Poindexter joins FT for fantasy baseball talk! Which players should you buy, sell, or hold right now?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Jim Bowden's Front Office Unfiltered: MLB's Small Market Shift, Lockout Concerns, Tatis Jr. power dip May 14, 2026

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FT Resident GM Jim Bowden joins FT to address growing concerns around a potential MLB lockout and why he believes the sport doesn't need much fixing.

JB also shares his thoughts on Fernando Tatis Jr.'s current power profile, why the Reds need to do everything they can to lock up Elly De La Cruz long term, and why the Giants may have won the Patrick Bailey trade.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Cal Raleigh’s uniform shower, Volpe’s back, Paul Skenes makes it look EASY, Bailey Ober’s “Maddux” May 13, 2026

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Erik Kratz received a lot of attention on social media for his Fernando Tatis Jr. comment yesterday. (top of show) We dive deeper.

(8:28) Just a reminder that Paul Skenes is REALLY good at baseball.

(18:52)Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe made his season debut today.

(21:32) Don Mattingly is turning the Phillies around this season and FAST.

(23:52) Billionaire attorney John Morgan plans to meet with the Rays to discuss relocating the team to Orlando if a stadium deal falls through in Tampa.

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(26:15) Logan Gilbert told Cal Raleigh to shower in full uniform to try to break out of his slump...and it worked.

(32:42) Should Shohei Ohtani be working more outdoors?

(35:17) Twins starter Bailey Ober chucked a complete game shutout.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Checkups on Dodgers & Mariners: Katie Woo talks Ohtani & Sasaki status + Brady Farkas on Raleigh’s slow start May 13, 2026

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The newest host on the Foul Territory Network, Brady Farkas, joins FT to introduce his show, Refuse to Lose Territory (pod link) and talk Mariners. He discusses the pressure the team faces after the Seahawks' Super Bowl win, Cal Raleigh's slow start, Luis Castillo's stumble, and the likelihood of Julio Rodríguez winning an MVP someday.
(18:00) Katie Woo of Dodgers Territory makes an appearance on FT and dives into Shohei Ohtani's offensive struggles, Roki Sasaki's development, and Dalton Rushing's newfound villain role.

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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Early trade market scenarios + Ken Rosenthal on Buster Posey's Giants decisions, Mets desperation May 13, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal joins FT to elaborate on his latest article about Buster Posey and the direction of the Giants. Ken also discusses the Mets' decision to call up top prospect A.J. Ewing and injury updates.

(19:38) The FT crew looks at a few teams that could be open for selling if they crumble. Could the Giants, Tigers, Astros, Mets and others add some big value to the trade market?

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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Slow starts from Raleigh, Tatis, Bo & others. Who will turn it around soon? Mets call up A.J. Ewing, CBA talks "starting" May 12, 2026

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Welcome Refuse to Lose Territory to the Foul Territory Network! Our latest show covers the Seattle Mariners. (top of show)

(2:51) We've seen a handful of big-time players off to slow starts like Fernando Tatis Jr., Bo Bichette and Cal Raleigh. Who is going to turn it up?

(20:00) Looks like spending more money doesn't mean you'll have success, as the Rays currently have the second-best record and the Mets are miserable.

(21:40) The Mets are calling up top prospect A.J. Ewing to try and spark the team. Who is he and will he save them?

(28:52) Carlos Correa is in good spirits after surgery, but the Astros might be cooked this season.

(31:20) Addison Barger's elbow has no structural damage so that may be a good sign. On the Eric Lauer front, it seems the Blue Jays are saying it was off the results when it came to the decision to DFA him.

(34:09) Evan Drellich reports that the league and the MLBPA are beginning labor negotiations. But are they really?

(37:03) The Braves lost Sean Murphy to the IL and are calling up Sandy León.

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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Are the Mets already taking calls for Freddy Peralta? Pete Alonso’s dig + Pads checkup w/Marty Caswell May 12, 2026

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The Mets are once again in the spotlight. Was there drama between David Stearns and Pete Alonso? Plus, could they trade Freddy Peralta at the deadline if their miserable starts bleeds longer?

(8:57) Friar Territory host Marty Caswell joined FT to tell us how the Padres are winning without much of a lineup spark. Does the club have a new identity?

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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Former Braves PC Leo Mazzone honors Bobby Cox with epic stories May 12, 2026

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Legendary Braves manager Bobby Cox passed away over the weekend. AJ recaps his time with him in the organization.

(2:55) Braves Hall of Famer and former pitching coach Leo Mazzone calls in to discuss the legacy of Bobby Cox and the lasting impact he had on generations of Braves players. The stories are SO good.

Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Braun

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