Foul Territory

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Fair Territory: Winter moves fan Q&A, Correa/Altuve out of WBC Jan 30, 2026

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss Ken’s conversation with Team USA manager Mark DeRosa ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (Top of show)

(5:09) The hosts weigh why the Giants asked Logan Webb to sit out (he's playing anyway), and how Astros stars Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve won’t be playing for their countries.

(11:37) Ken and Alanna take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Braves possible moves, FA pitchers still available and anonymous sourcing.

(19:10) Hear the hosts crown their Dude and Dork of the Week.

Plus, Team Venezuela has serious star power.

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Cashman loves Yankees running back same roster, HEATED WBC debate, Only 84 wins projected for Brewers? Jan 29, 2026

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It has been a COLD winter so far, especially for Florida. Yes, it's true.

(2:05) The Yankees are running it back with the same team and Brian Cashman is happy about it. Do they have a championship-caliber roster?

(15:57) The Brewers have a shockingly low BetMGM regular season wins over/under after grabbing 97 games last year.

(25:26) The FT crew breaks down Mark DeRosa’s one-on-one conversation with Ken Rosenthal on Team USA and things get HEATED.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Padres winter report w/Kevin Acee: Overblown Tatís trade rumors, Darvish’s future, Luis Arráez’s market Jan 29, 2026

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San Diego Union-Tribune Padres beat writer Kevin Acee joins FT to update us on the status of Luis Arráez and explain why teams are not pursuing him. He also addresses Fernando Tatís Jr. trade rumors and whether there is any real chance the Padres would move him.

Acee discusses Yu Darvish’s uncertain future, the status of his contract if he walks away, and what the Padres could do with the money freed up from Darvish’s deal.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Maury Brown’s report on Dodgers revenue-sharing shelter & CBA battles Jan 29, 2026

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The Dodgers are in the spotlight once again, and we brought in Forbes Senior Contributor Maury Brown to clear things up. He breaks down why an old, court-set number from the Dodgers’ bankruptcy era is stealing headlines, how it affects what gets counted toward revenue sharing, the difference between projected “fair market value” and what the Dodgers’ media rights ultimately became, and what that means for the broader debate about competitive balance, transparency, and the next CBA.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Doc says Roki Sasaki needs a 3rd pitch, Mets "corporate" clubhouse, Yankees eyeing Goldschmidt reunion? Jan 28, 2026

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We have a date for the trade deadline this season and it's a bit later than usual.

(1:45) Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wants Roki Sasaki to develop a third pitch to be an effective starting pitcher. Will we see him in the starting rotation or in the bullpen this season?

(17:36) Freddy Peralta had his introductory press conference with the Mets. Will they sign him to an extension and what did Carlos Mendoza say changed in their clubhouse last year?

(24:36) What are the BetMGM odds for the Tigers’ regular season wins?

(26:46) The Yankees are interested in a reunion with Paul Goldschmidt. Will he accept a platoon role with them or another team?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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D’backs 3B Nolan Arenado joins FT Jan 28, 2026

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Earlier this offseason, the Diamondbacks traded for All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado. He joins us on FT to discuss how he’s preparing for a new home this season, his meeting with Chaim Bloom about waiving his no-trade clause, and his time with the Cardinals. Were there any teams he didn’t want to be traded to?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Astros winter report w/Chandler Rome: Framber market, Paredes trade block? Altuve/Correa out of WBC mix Jan 28, 2026

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Crush City Territory host & The Athletic Astros beat writer Chandler Rome joins FT to discuss potential players the team could trade, why Framber Valdez remains on the market, and season two for Cam Smith. Rome also explains why Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa are not playing in the World Baseball Classic.

(21:08) What is the over/under looking like for Astros regular season wins?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal’s Inside Scoop: Tarik Skubal, Jarren Duran, Sandy Alcántara & other trade candidates Jan 28, 2026

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal checks in with the latest on what he’s hearing about potential trade candidates like Tarik Skubal, CJ Abrams, Brendan Donovan, Jarren Duran, and Sandy Alcántara, as well as free agents like Luis Arráez. Also, how can the Phillies pivot after losing out on Bo Bichette?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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MLB Trade Buzz Update, Twins owner calling fans to apologize, Tampa Bay Rays moving to Orlando? Jan 27, 2026

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We are watching those comments in the chat...nice or mean ;)

(3:18) Let’s go over seven players who could be on the move between now and Opening Day.

(13:41) The Rays have been trying to figure out their ballpark situation for a while now. Is a move to Orlando back in play?

(28:01) It’s another messy situation for the Twins. Their owner is making phone calls but wtf is he actually saying?

(42:57) Aaron Sanchez might be back in MLB and Dave Roberts expressed interest in managing USA baseball for the 2028 Olympics in LA. Will MLB players be involved?

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Jim Bowden’s Top Remaining Free Agents List + Jose Altuve out for WBC Jan 27, 2026

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Former MLB GM Jim Bowden discusses his top remaining free agent list and who he thinks is next to sign. He also drops the name of the player he thinks will provide the most value to a team.

JB also chimes in on the lil feud brewing between Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates, plus he has thoughts on the Yu Darvish potential retirement situation.

(20:12) Jose Altuve will not participate in the World Baseball Classic at the request of the Astros. Teams have their say, but should it be the player’s decision in the end?

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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