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Justin Verlander, Riley Greene & Dillon Dingler join FT @Tigers camp Mar 19, 2026

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He’s back with the team he built a Hall of Fame legacy with. Justin Verlander shares what led him to return to the Tigers and teammate Tarik Skubal’s WBC pitching conundrum.

(13:17) We ask All-Star outfielder Riley Greene why he didn’t play in the WBC. He also reflects on his 2025 season and what he’s done to improve defensively.

(25:58) Gold Glove catcher Dillon Dingler reflects on receiving the award, how his recovery is going after offseason surgery, working with new pitcher Framber Valdez, and using the ABS challenge system this year.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Manager John Schneider and SP Kevin Gausman join FT @Blue Jays camp Mar 19, 2026

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After leading his team to a World Series run, John Schneider joins FT to discuss expectations for his club this year. He also talks about his players participating in the World Baseball Classic, starting rotation plans, and the potential of Kazuma Okamoto.

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(15:21) He’s the Opening Day starter for the Blue Jays. Kevin Gausman joins us to share how he’s preparing, what makes Toronto so special, the advice he’s giving to Trey Yesavage, and whether any extension talks have begun.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal joins FT for WBC thoughts + Blue Jays Season Preview Mar 18, 2026

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Team Venezuela won the WBC! Let’s recap the epic showdown between Venezuela and Team USA. (Top of the Show)

(06:37) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins FT to recap the World Baseball Classic.

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(23:01) They were inches away from a World Series title last year. Are the Blue Jays ready to run it back?

(31:16) Let’s recap our BetMGM picks from last night.

(33:21) Thank you to the Blue Jays for an awesome day at camp! Be on the lookout for upcoming pods with the stars we interviewed. Tomorrow is our last day on the Spring Training tour at Phillies camp.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Tim Kurkjian joins Friar Territory Mar 18, 2026

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Should the San Diego Padres be considered legitimate playoff contenders? Marty Caswell and Darren Smith are joined by the superb Tim Kurkjian on Friar Territory.
(4:15) Tim discusses why he wasn't shocked by the Padres hiring first-time manager Craig Stammen, and how much the game has changed in the past decade.
(10:43) Fernando Tatís was his own harshest critic in 2026. Tim, Darren and Marty discuss how they viewed his season and why he's capable of so much more. The trio then discuss what kind of window the Friars have with Manny Machado and Xander Bogaerts, and why Jackson Merrill is just beginning to type into the dynamic player that he is.
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Super prospect Konnor Griffin and Starting Pitcher Bubba Chandler join FT @Pirates camp Mar 18, 2026

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Will he be the Pirates’ Opening Day shortstop? Konnor Griffin joins FT to make his case for why he should be. He also talks about how he’s preparing for a potential Spring Training call-up and what he likes to do in his free time.

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(11:31) This was a fun one. Bubba Chandler shares what he’s learning from teammate Paul Skenes, whether Konnor Griffin is ready for the show, and what it was like coming out of the bullpen last season.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Alanna Rizzo

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Venezuela silences Team USA to win their first World Baseball Classic! Mar 18, 2026

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Team USA's offensive struggles continued as Venezuela held on to down the tournament favorites and bring home its first WBC title. Instant reactions, thoughts about Mark DeRosa, and more!

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Hosts: Toddfather, Kratz, Alanna

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WBC Final Preview and Predictions, Don Kelly joins FT @Pirates camp Mar 17, 2026

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It all comes down to this. USA takes on Venezuela in the WBC Championship game! (top of show)

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(14:31) Since we are at Pirates camp today, let's do a season preview for the team.

(21:12) Pirates Manager Don Kelly discusses how difficult it is to make roster cuts, the advice he received from the legendary Jim Leyland, developing top prospect Konnor Griffin, and expectations for Oneil Cruz and Paul Skenes following their WBC appearances.

Hosts: Alanna Rizzo, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz

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Manager AJ Hinch and Outfielder Kerry Carpenter join FT @Tigers camp Mar 17, 2026

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Is he ready to lead the Tigers to a World Series championship this year? AJ Hinch talks about Tarik Skubal’s WBC situation, a recruiting pitch to Framber Valdez, and Justin Verlander’s return to Detroit.

(22:20) Bopper Kerry Carpenter discusses how he approaches every at-bat, expectations for the Tigers this season, and working with the team’s new additions in Spring Training.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Venezuela ends Italy’s epic run and heads to a heavyweight battle against USA in the WBC title match Mar 17, 2026

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What a run for Venezuela in this World Baseball Classic. Instant reaction is here for you after that entertaining tilt where the run ended for Italy.

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We crown a player of the game from that semifinal and then we vault ahead to preview the game for all the marbles in the tournament. What decisions will Team USA need to make for the lineup card and can a rookie flamethrower thrive in the big moment?

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Viral strike 3 call to end USA v. DR, Venezuela tweaks pitching plan, Josh Naylor trolls Cal Raleigh Mar 16, 2026

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It’s the final week of the FT Spring Training tour. We are at Tigers camp today. Be on the lookout for the superstars we interviewed today in upcoming pods.

(01:22) USA is advancing to the WBC Finals after a viral strike three call. Who will join them: Italy or Venezuela?

(16:26) Is it difficult to pay attention to Spring Training games with the WBC going on?

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(18:58) Josh Naylor played some mind games with Cal Raleigh during their quarterfinal matchup.

(24:18) Thank you to the Tigers for lining up a star-studded guest list for us today. Plus, Cam Schlittler had a spider in his locker and called security?

(26:40) What are our BetMGM Locks of the Day for tonight’s WBC semifinals game?

(29:26) REMINDER: We will have a postgame show on the FT YouTube channel tonight after the final out of Italy vs. Venezuela.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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