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Corbin Carroll and Alex Call join FT live @Playmakers Classic Feb 22, 2026

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After breaking his hamate bone early in Spring Training, D-backs star outfielder Corbin Carroll joins FT from the Playmakers Classic to provide an update on his recovery. He also discusses his relief after Ketel Marte was not traded and how upset he is about missing the WBC.

(14:39) Dodgers outfielder Alex Call hits on being traded from the Nationals to the Dodgers, celebrating as a champion, and he reflects on an incredible Game 7 of the World Series.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski & Alanna Rizzo

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Angels owner drops viral quote downplaying winning? Teams feeling most heat, Pablo López out for 2026 Feb 21, 2026

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The 2026 FT Spring Training Tour rolls on! We are at Mariners camp today!

(2:30) Pablo López will undergo Tommy John surgery and is officially out for the season.

(10:05) Did Angels owner Arte Moreno really say that winning is not a top priority?

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(21:23) We discuss an article highlighting which MLB teams and managers could be feeling the heat this season.

(34:35) Longtime MLB umpires Phil Cuzzi and Mark Carlson have announced that they're retiring and Ramón Urías agreed to a deal with the Cardinals. Plus, AJ's son hit his first career college home run!

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Kevin Pillar, Alanna Rizzo

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Ken Rosenthal's Inside Scoop + Dodgers checkup w/Jack Harris Feb 21, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal joins us to discuss the next steps for the MLBPA after naming Bruce Meyer executive director. He also shares his thoughts on the Red Sox heading into the upcoming season, the questions they face, Pat Murphy’s reworked deal, and expectations for the Orioles and Dodgers.

(17:06) Jack Harris of the California Post joins us with updates on Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s workload, Shohei Ohtani’s health heading into camp, Mookie Betts reworking his swing, Kyle Tucker’s first Dodgers camp, Blake Snell’s return timeline, and Roki Sasaki adding a third pitch.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Alanna Rizzo

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Cade Smith & Hunter Gaddis @Guardians Camp + Guards season preview Feb 21, 2026

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Since we are at Guardians camp, let’s do a season preview for the team. (top of pod)

(08:52) Closer Cade Smith reflects on his Hawaii college days, discusses his decision not to play for Team Canada in the WBC and jumping from setup man to closer. He also teases a new walkout song for this season.

(23:17) Reliever Hunter Gaddis hits on his approach to bullpen sessions, going from starter to reliever, and how the bullpen culture changed after the Emmanuel Clase news.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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A's Season Preview, Chatting with Manager Mark Kotsay + Picking AL Roy Winners Feb 21, 2026

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Will the A’s find a way to sneak into the playoffs? We roll out our season preview.

(6:49) Mark Kotsay joined FT to talk about getting an extension along with some of his players, and how the A’s will adjust to starting stronger this season. He also discussed working with his young players, if Nick Kurtz extension talks have started and who he’s looking forward to seeing blossom in camp.

(18:01) While Trey Yesavage is the favorite to win AL Rookie of the Yaer, can Kevin McGonigle or one of the rookies from Japan steal the show?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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Pat Murphy's new richer contract, Jazz hypes 50/50 club, Four more years of Freddie Freeman? Feb 20, 2026

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After winning NL Manager of the Year in back-to-back seasons, Pat Murphy has earned himself a nice new contract.

(10:49) Freddie Freeman floated the idea of playing four more years. Will he finish his career in Los Angeles?

(15:26) Is Jazz Chisholm Jr. really a 50/50 player?

(19:47) Jordan Westburg's elbow injury news arrived and he is dealing with a partial UCL tear. His timeline for a return is still to be determined by the Orioles.

(24:54) Bob Melvin returns to the A’s as a Special Assistant of Baseball Operations.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Alanna Rizzo

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Brent Rooker, Jacob Wilson @ A's Camp + Should Astros Extend Hunter Brown? Feb 20, 2026

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A’s slugger Brent Rooker talks about some new rules coming up in 2026 and handling fans respectfully on Twitter. He also tells us about his conversations with Mark McGwire, his World Baseball Classic rooting allegiance and the new Sacramento jerseys.

(14:39) Contact extraordinaire Jacob Wilson joins the crew to talk about his new extension, hitting .438 in the minors and how Nick Kurtz snagged his AL Rookie of the Year dreams. He also touched on his lack of exit velocity, and listened to a story from AJ involving his dad, Jack.

(30:09) Hunter Brown says he hasn’t heard any extension talk from the Astros since his rookie year. Should Houston be making a move now?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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Vinnie Pasquantino, Jac Caglianone, & Michael Wacha @Royals Camp Feb 20, 2026

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Vinnie Pasquantino sizes up the early days of Spring Training, his contract extension, and his thoughts on the ABS challenge system.

(15:10) Jac Caglianone reflects on what draft day was like and missing his days as a pitcher.

(30:01) Michael Wacha discusses the strategy of facing teams in camp versus the WBC, who he’s most looking forward to playing with on Team USA, and reflects on his time in Kansas City and St. Louis.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: Bruce Meyer to lead MLBPA, Braves pitching injuries, Jordan Westburg's injury status Feb 20, 2026

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the MLBPA electing Bruce Meyer as their interim executive director. (Top of show)

(8:11) The hosts dish on the Braves starting pitching injury woes.

(11:02) Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg’s status is up in the air.

(13:46) Grillin’ Ken answers your burning questions, including free agent pitchers, Tony Vitello's comments and extension season.

(19:00) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(24:25) Alanna lends updates from Dodgers camp.

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Bruce Meyer takes over MLBPA, Mike Trout wants CF back, Jordan Westburg out longer, Kris Bryant done? Feb 19, 2026

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The FT Spring Training Tour continues at A’s camp today. Look out for those interviews on pods soon!

(3.36) Bruce Meyer takes over for the MLBPA. What does this mean for the looming lockout?

(19:18) Mike Trout will play center field for the Angels. Is this the right move for him or for the team?

(34:30) Jordan Westburg is out for the Orioles but the uncertainty around his injury feels like it’s long-term.

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(38:18) Ryan McMahon is going to get some run at SS to boost his versatility.

(42:41) Kris Bryant dropped an update on his back issue and it feels like we may have seen the last of him in the big leagues.

(47:00) Sean Manaea had himself a fun moment hanging out in his former college's bullpen during a game. Meanwhile, Mitch Garver and Walker Buehler signed minor-league deals with the Mariners and Padres, respectively.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Scott Braun

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