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Trevor May: Shutting down Shohei, HEEL Acuna Jr., Jesús Luzardo’s sweeper, AL Cy Young debate or nah? Sep 09, 2026

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Former MLB pitcher Trevor May explains why Shohei Ohtani should exclusively hit the rest of the season, weighs in on Garrett Crochet’s return as a reliever, the AL Cy Young Award race, offers his perspective on Ronald Acuña Jr.’s home run antics and hits many more topics.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal on Aaron Judge’s return, Max Muncy’s rise, Gausman’s ride, Pat Murphy NL MOY three-peat? Sep 09, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal discusses how the Yankees should build Aaron Judge back up without a rehab assignment after missing several months. Ken pulls back the curtain on Kevin Gausman getting traded, Max Muncy’s rise to Dodger stardom, the Cubs, Brewers, and White Sox chances at the World Series, and the crowded NL Manager of the Year race.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ridiculous Ump Show tilted hat power trip, Red Sox roast O’s, Ronald Acuña Jr. curtain call in Philly? Sep 08, 2026

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Thomas Pannone tossed a perfecto for AAA Nashville! (Top of show) It hasn't happened in a minute in the Minors.

(1:48) Umpire Doug Eddings directed Hancel Rincon to adjust his cap tilt during his MLB debut. The ask lit a fire underneath Cardinals manager Oli Marmol, who was ejected and had some choice words after the game. Was this really necessary by Eddings?

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(14:30) Jesus Luzardo tossed a shutout in the quickest nine-inning Phillies game in more than 37 years.

(18:49) Ronald Acuña Jr. played villain in Philadelphia all weekend, including pulling a curtain call in front of thousands of angry Phillies fans. Zack Wheeler took a jab at his antics. BUT did he actually do anything wrong?

(27:11) The Mariners are flat-out cooked. Should Brendan Donovan even come back, at this point?

(28:58) Jake Cronenworth FINALLY hit his first opposite-field home run in his seventh big league season.

(31:44) The Red Sox mocked Blaze Alexander after tempers flared on Friday, then proceeded to sweep the O’s, who are in trouble.

(36:49) Rays starter Shane McClanahan landed back on the IL with forearm tightness.

(39:31) Luke Weaver revealed he’s been dealing with severe poison ivy over the last month and has hardly been able to sleep.

(42:23) The White Sox revealed spectacular-looking new stadium renderings.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: Ronald Acuña Jr.'s huge HR, Umpire Doug Eddings goes too far, Aaron Judge's return plan Sep 07, 2026

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal unpacks Ronald Acuña Jr.'s heroics to lift the Braves over the Phillies. (Top of Show)

(3:23) In a muddy "Race of the Turtles," the Guardians leapfrog the Blue Jays. The Jays will need to piece together innings down the stretch. Plus, the Orioles are sinking and the Rangers are hanging around.

(7:17) In the NL playoff race, why the Marlins can gain ground quickly before it's too late.

(10:50) Ken's Inside Dish unpacks the strange Doug Eddings situation Friday in Colorado.

(19:35) Grillin' Ken answers your live questions, including Sonny Gray's stellar season, if an Acuña extension could happen, how the Yankees could manage Aaron Judge's return, and which teams would benefit most from being a top 2 seed.

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Karl Ravech reflects on legendary ESPN career on Tim Kurkjian's “Is This A Great Game, Or What?” show Sep 07, 2026

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Karl Ravech sits down with Tim and Jeff Kurkjian on Is This A Great Game, Or What? to look back on his legendary run at ESPN.

He breaks down can't-miss stories about Buck Showalter, Harold Reynolds, Peter Gammons, John Kruk, Terry Francona, Eduardo Pérez, and so many others.

Plus, an emotional look inside his final year covering the Little League World Series.

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Dave Roberts on managing Shohei Ohtani, 2004 ALCS, & epic career on Karl Ravech's Dirt From The Dugout Sep 06, 2026

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Dodgers manager Dave Roberts joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout in a special two-part episode!

Doc talks about his playing and coaching career, what it's been like managing Shohei Ohtani, his historic steal in the 2004 ALCS, and the best piece of coaching advice he's ever gotten.

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September Power Rankings, Brent Suter joins FT, Joe Mack joins FOF, Alec Bohm-parents lawsuit settled Sep 05, 2026

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September power rankings spark chatter and receipts. (top of pod) Let us know your thoughts :)

(13:39) Alec Bohm and his parents have settled their lawsuit for alleged financial mismanagement.

(16:25) Marlins catcher Joe Mack joined Fish On First to reflect on his developmental journey in the organization, using the ABS challenge system, forming relationships with his pitchers and what it feels like to be chasing a playoff spot.

(28:47) Braves RP Brent Suter pulls the curtain back on being traded while golfing with Mike Trout and several former Angels teammates who were also traded that day. Suter reacts to Arte Moreno selling the Angels and delves into his time with the Braves so far.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Padres fighting for October: Friar Territory host Darren Smith joins Sep 05, 2026

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Friar Territory co-host Darren Smith explores whether the Padres have it in them to make a run in October. Smith discusses injuries surrounding Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s resurgence, and their MASSIVE series against the Yankees.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Adley’s EPIC B’more return, Phils-Braves HUGE series, Corbin Burnes back soon, Astros playoff cakewalk? Sep 04, 2026

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The LA Clippers got busted in a salary cap circumvention probe related to Kawhi Leonard. (Top Of Show) Could this happen in MLB?

(05:38) Adley Rutschman's 2-homer return to Baltimore brought out all the emotions for fans of an O's team that's as streaky as they come. Birdland Territory co-host Steve Melewski joins to discuss...

(24:52) The Braves and Phillies face off in a HUGE series this weekend.

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(27:49) Tarik Skubal allowed a career-high 10 hits to the Cardinals on Thursday, but the damage was limited.

(30:37) Byron Buxton's season isn't officially over, but he'll need offseason hip surgery.

(32:53) There's a very real chance that the Astros land the easiest path on their side of the playoff bracket.

(41:15) The Mariners have an easy schedule down the stretch, but a loss to the A's to start the series does not help.

(43:13) Corbin Burnes is expected to return on Tuesday. What can the D-backs expect from their $210M ace?

(49:40) Chicago sports are PEAK right now.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Phillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy joins FT + Marlins still kicking Sep 04, 2026

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Is the NL East crown still obtainable for Philly? Phillies play-by-play broadcaster Tom McCarthy guides us through the latest on the club that finished with August's best record.

(22:34) Marlins beat writer and Fish on First host Isaac Azout checks in with word from Miami, where the club is still alive. What needs to go very right for them to grab the last Wild Card? Is their long-term plan still working?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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