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Torii Hunter joins Halo Territory Apr 05, 2026

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Former Angels outfielder Torii Hunter joins Halo Territory to discuss his new job as special assistant to the Angels general manager.

The nine-time Gold Glove Award winner also talks about his greatest catches, Mike Trout moving back to center field, Jo Adell's breakout season and more.

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Evan Drellich on players and owners stockpiling war chest money Apr 05, 2026

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There's a lot of money being saved up for the labor battle that is about to begin. The Athletic's Evan Drellich joins FT to break down his column on MLB players and owners loading up their war chest for the lockout. He also explains what it means for young players signing extensions right now.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Red Sox RP Tommy Kahnle joins FT Apr 04, 2026

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New Red Sox pitcher Tommy Kahnle joins FT to reveal his progression plans with his new team, potentially facing his old Yankee teammates and unleashing a lesser-used pitch more often.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Teams Under Pressure, Konnor Griffin Day + Tony Vitello’s Epic Quotes Apr 04, 2026

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Giants manager Tony Vitello is a walking soundbite. His quotes are GOLD. (top of show) Did we like his gutsy bullpen strategy in Thursday's win?

(10:38) Could a salary cap lead to more teams being aggressive with signing players to extensions?

(12:36) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins FT live from the field in Cleveland to update us on contract talks between the Pirates and Konnor Griffin. He also breaks down his column on teams facing pressure, explaining why the Giants, Red Sox, Mets, and Astros are among them.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Konnor Griffin debut day! Carter Jensen's rookie mistake, Mets new acquisitions' slow start Apr 03, 2026

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Happy Konnor Griffin debut day! It's a new day in Pittsburgh. (top of show)

(03:20) Royals rookie Carter Jensen was scratched from the starting lineup after he overslept.

(12:30) Yankees starter Carlos Rodón suffered a minor setback with hamstring tightness.

(13:50) Red Sox pitcher Johan Oviedo and Rays pitcher Garrett Cleavinger are both heading to the IL.

(16:12) It hasn’t been pretty for the Mets new acquisitions to start the season. Does David Stearns need to change his approach?

(25:52) We have an injury update for Blue Jays starter Trey Yesavage.

(28:33) The Rangers are introducing a 9th inning Rally Sombrero, where you can eat nachos from your head. Plus, who knew that Dylan Cease is an artist?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Red Sox Reality Check w/Chris Cotillo + Marlins talk w/Isaac Azout Apr 03, 2026

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Is it panic time for Red Sox fans? It’s a small sample size, but MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo joins us for a reality check on the team. He discusses how Boston can turn things around as they head into their home opener and updates us on Triston Casas’ injury.

(15:17) Fish on First beat writer Isaac Azout joins FT to discuss Miami’s hot start to the season. He also hints that the team could be aggressive at the trade deadline and addresses the low attendance situation.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Konnor Griffin debut preview w/Baseball America’s JJ Cooper, Prospect extensions, 2016 Top 10 revisited Apr 03, 2026

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Baseball America editor-in-chief JJ Cooper, reacts to Konnor Griffin getting the call-up. Why did the Pirates wait, and how will this impact the team moving forward? JJ also dives into the extensions prospects have been signing and where the Top 10 prospects from 2016 are now.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: Konnor Griffin Called Up! Who's Hot & Who's Not Apr 03, 2026

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Pirates calling up top prospect Konnor Griffin and what it means for the organization moving forward. (top of show)

(5:25) Why are some MLB teams willing to offer long-term deals to unproven top prospects? Ken dives in.

(7:48) Who’s hot and who’s not around the league? Ken breaks down early-season trends for teams off to fast starts and those already facing questions.

(12:48) In Grillin' Ken, the live chat audience has questions about the Red Sox and their slow start, the next wave of impact prospects who could follow in Konnor Griffin's footsteps, the state of the Blue Jays' starting rotation and more!

(20:22) Ken and Alanna give their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Pirates promote Konnor Griffin, Matt Chapman/Casey Schmitt viral error, Rangers-O’s ends on ABS Apr 02, 2026

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Welcome to the show, Konnor Griffin! The Pirates promote MLB’s top prospect. (top of show)

(14:04) Paul Skenes had a bounce back performance.

(15:44) Phillies rookie Justin Crawford had the walk-off knock yesterday to cap off the comeback.

(18:18) Matt Chapman had some words for Casey Schmitt after an error. It’s all about competitiveness.

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(32:17) The Yankees pitching staff DOMINATED in the Mariners series.

(34:36) History made yesterday: The first game that ended on an ABS challenge.

(37:13) Francisco Lindor made a few mistakes in the series finisher v. the Cardinals. Manager Carlos Mendoza took the blame for some of it.

(39:48) Jeremy Peña grabbed the microphone from Crush City Territory host Chandler Rome in a hilarious postgame interview moment.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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State of the Padres w/Darren Smith Apr 02, 2026

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Friar Territory co-host Darren Smith joins us to discuss the current state of the Padres. He breaks down how the team and manager Craig Stammen can turn things around, the team’s strategy for ABS challenges, and provides an update on the sale of the team.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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