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AL Cy Young race debate + Jonathan Papelbon on rigged MLB mounds Sep 04, 2026

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Is the AL Cy Young race even a race, or has Cam Schlittler already locked it up?

(7:26) Former All-Star MLB closer Jonathan Papelbon explains what Jacob Misiorowski can do when he encounters an unfavorable mound on the road and he reveals a wild story about a former groundskeeper. Pap also dishes on the latest Red Sox intel.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Fair Territory: Angels $4B record sale, Sal Stewart’s ROY case, Aaron Judge nearing return? Sep 03, 2026

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo spotlight Reds rookie Sal Stewart's old-school production and debate why his 31 home runs and 105 RBI aren't earning more love from WAR.

(5:04) Ken previews Brewers-Cubs and Yankees-Padres, with Aaron Judge nearing a return and San Diego trying to piece together its pitching staff without Joe Musgrove.

(10:37) Inside Dish unpacks the Los Angeles Angels' stunning $4 billion sale to Stan Kroenke, why Arte Moreno is retaining a minority stake and what the deal could mean for Anaheim and MLB.

(22:07) Dude and Dork of the Week features Eugenio Suárez, Colton Cowser, Ketel Marte and one very confused fan.

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Braves-Phils clashing, Ohtani dilemma, Will enemies rig Miz mounds? Sep 03, 2026

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The Toddfather is back! He tells us all about calling the Little League World Series while he was away.

(3:17) With seven head-to-head games left against the Braves, the Phillies still have a shot at the NL East--the question is how much ground they need to close.

(13:10) FT Shop animated merch is here, and it goes HARD.

(15:40) Jacob Misiorowski slipped on the road mound again during a rough outing at Wrigley. The Brewers say they have a fix, but if he's going to keep pitching like the NL's best, he needs to figure it out fast.

(27:13) Angels fans react to the end of the Arte Moreno era.

(29:51) It's been too long without Aaron Judge...when is he returning? Plus, what's up with Shohei Ohtani's DH game?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Sam Blum on Stan Kroenke buying the Angels, New ballpark plans, Arte Moreno’s holding-them-back meter Sep 03, 2026

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It’s a new era in Anaheim following Arte Moreno’s agreement to sell the Angels to Rams owner Stan Kroenke. New name? Higher payroll? New stadium? Better culture? Halo Territory contributor Sam Blum digs into what this means for the franchise and their fans…

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Go-time for the Blue Jays, All-but-cooked Tigers on life support Sep 03, 2026

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Blue Bird Territory co-host Mitch Bannon explains what the Jays need to accomplish over the next month to get back into the playoffs, takes a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s season-long struggles, and assesses the team’s trade deadline a month later.

(17:21) Tiger Territory co-host Cody Stavenhagen lays the Tigers to rest following a disappointing 2026 campaign. Did they put too much emphasis on development in a year when they should’ve been all-in?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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MLB’s playoff seeding problem, Inside Brewers’ unique brand of ball, Phils FLY, Ketel Marte wore WHAT?! Sep 02, 2026

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It's not fair! The AL East has to beat itself up before someone gets to face the weaker side of the bracket in the ALCS. Does MLB need to reseed the playoffs? (top of show)

(15:15) A game headlined by Paul Skenes and Logan Webb looked like a pitchers' duel on paper, but that wasn't the case Tuesday night.

(17:59) The Phillies have a shot at catching the Braves this weekend when the two teams meet for a three-game set. Atlanta, buckle up.

(20:49) The Ketel Marte story doesn't go away until he owns it. A controversial hat sure isn't helping his case.

(34:39) The Brewers play a brand of baseball nobody else does. How does it work? Can it last?

(43:18) The Phillies Show has a big opportunity coming for fans in Philadelphia.

(46:08) Mariners monster prospect Laz Montes signed the Green Monster before a debut nobody in Seattle will forget.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun.

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Former Astros GM Dana Brown joins FT: Stange firing timing, Extension efforts, Jim Crane’s expectations Sep 02, 2026

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Former Astros GM Dana Brown reveals the two players he made attempts to extend and why it never materialized. Brown expands on his brief final meeting with owner Jim Crane that left him somewhat shocked, and reflects on his performance in Houston over the last four years.

(18:44) When former big leaguers advise you to wear a cup, you wear one.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal takes us inside Mark Walter’s unusual Dodgers purchase & his unique financial advantage Sep 02, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal explains how the Dodgers wound up a financial powerhouse after Mark Walter’s unique purchase of the team was partially enabled by former owner Frank McCourt being forced out by MLB. Plus, more on the O’s playoff push, the Cubs revamped pitching staff, and questions surrounding the Brewers arms.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Arte Moreno era is OVER! Stan Kroenke buys Angels, Fans boo Ketel Marte, M’s rock bottom, 3HR Bregman Sep 01, 2026

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The Arte era is OVER. Breaking news that caught many of us by surprise. LA Rams owner Stan Kroenke has agreed to buy the Angels from Arte Moreno for BIG money.

(12:50) What a catch by Colton Cowser!

(14:37) Kete Marte is back with D’backs and the home fans let him hear it. Was his apology sufficient?

(35:29) Jacob deGrom did his thing to keep the Rangers in the mix.

(40:30) Oof, that Mariners loss. Are they toast? What happened to this team?

(53:04) Jazz and some Yankees had words for Red Sox broadcaster Will Flemming.

(55:43) Let's learn about some major prospects call-ups: Young Padres catcher Ethan Salas and Mariners slugger Lázaro Montes. We also quickly hit that 3-homer game for Alex Bregman.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ketel Marte addresses the media & his team in highly anticipated return to action | Snakes Territory Sep 01, 2026

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After a no-show in Boston and a stint on the 10-day injured list, Ketel Marte addressed his D-backs teammates and the media for the first time on Monday. What stood out about Marte's comments on his first day back with the team? And what did manager Torey Lovullo say about it?

This is a special episode of Snakes Territory, part of the FT Network :)

Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks lost a forgettable game to the Philadelphia Phillies in which they went hitless with runners in scoring position and left 11 men on base. What went wrong for the offense?

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