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Kevin Kiermaier made his FT debut to talk about his retirement, his friendly "rivalry" with Kevin Pillar, and how he became one of the best defenders in center field. He also discussed his tweet about wanting to help players/teams with their outfield preparation, and how he's ready to prove AJ wrong about working with players from different teams. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Hosts: Scott Braun, Erik Kratz, Kevin PillarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Tarik Skubal on the move now or not until the trade deadline? We read and react to Buster Olney's tweet. (2:30) Then it's back-to-back AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal joining FT to share how he manages trade rumors and his busy schedule so far this offseason. Tarik also answers whether he thought he’d win the Cy Young and reflects on key postseason moments he just experienced. (27:09) How do you build the perfect MLB starting pitcher? (29:38) What do the 2026 AL Pennant odds for the Detroit Tigers look like? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wait, the Yankees don’t make money??? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal immediately got into Yanks owner Hal Steinbrenner’s viral comments about unfair profit expectations. He also talked about the Red Sox plan post-Sonny Gray trade, and the Cardinals plan for trading Nolan Arenado and Willson Contreras. Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod (17:08) FT ranks the top tier free agent starting pitchers. How would you rank Tatsuya Imai, Ranger Suarez, Framber Valdez and Dylan Cease? Black Friday sale alert at FoulTerritoryShop.com Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news right before the show. Sonny Gray has been traded to the Red Sox. Can he slot in behind Garrett Crochet or is there a bigger starting pitching move coming? How'd the Cardinals do with the return? Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod (17:21) Are the Cardinals a spot for relievers to go put in a year and get a nice deal? Andrew Kittredge and Phil Maton could be proving that. (19:56) Hal Steinbrenner says it's not a given that the Yankees are profitable. Is he serious??? (26:25) BetMGM has the Phillies' odds for winning the NL pennant. Do you have faith in Philly? (30:14) Bubba Chandler had some thoughts about the jump to the big leagues, and it involves thinking and limiting mistakes. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (33:43) Shohei Ohtani confirmed he'll play in the World Baseball Classic. The way he did it gave a jump scare though. (37:12) Tatsuya Imai said he wants to beat the Dodgers. Is that Buster Posey on the other line? (39:39) The Marlins and Kyle Stowers started extension talks and then stopped. Is Stowers worth $100M like his side is reportedly asking for? Hosts: Scott Braun, Erik Kratz, Kevin Pillar Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Murray has officially joined FT for regular insider spots! He reacts to the Mets-Rangers trade, including its impact on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz. He also predicts where Adolis García and Jonah Heim might go. Could the Angels be in a spot to get Cody Bellinger? Where does Michael King end up? Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod  (17:52) New Friar Territory co-host Marty Caswell lists the three major needs for San Diego this offseason. Marty also weighs in on whether Mason Miller will be a starter and how players will adjust to new manager, Craig Stammen. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Resident GM Jim Bowden grades the Marcus Semien-Brandon Nimmo trade, and answers what’s next for the Rangers and Mets. He also comments on Ryan Helsley starter conversion talk, the Rockies sticking with Warren Schaeffer, and Grayson Rodriguez not needing an Angels physical.  Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod (24:31) Is Ryan Helsley a free agent reliever or starting pitcher? We debate whether Helsley can make the adjustment if a team wants him to start. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRADE ALERT! Brandon Nimmo is now a Ranger, and Marcus Semien is a Met. We analyze the exchange from both the Texas and New York perspectives.  (12:21) Tatsuya Imai might want to be on a team without Japanese players. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (14:03) What do the 2026 World Series winnings odds look like per state? (16:44) There are rumblings about the Pirates and Marlins actually spending this offseason. We examine how the upcoming Collective Bargaining Agreement might be influencing both owners.  (23:23) The Cubs signed pitcher Phil Maton to a two-year contract, and James McCann received a one-year deal with the Diamondbacks.  (26:36) Pittsburgh didn’t make an offer to Josh Naylor after all?! And Paul Skenes is now recruiting? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s trade between the Mets and Rangers involving Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien. (Top of show) (7:40) Ken unpacks his reporting over the weekend that teams are interested in free agent reliever Ryan Helsley becoming a starting pitcher. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  (11:44) Inside Dish unpacks why the Pirates and Marlins, notorious penny pinchers, are signaling to free agents their willingness to spend real dollars to improve their clubs. Why now? (20:57) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Braves SS plans, Rangers options at 2B, and when will the Blue Jays strike. Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley joins the show with Kyle Gibson and Jim Hayes to talk all things Cardinals, free agency, and more. The guys also ask Helsley about his time in New York.  Follow the new look Cardinal Territory podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should the Guardians be trying to accomplish this offseason? Zack Meisel of The Athletic lists the team's offseason needs and how much they can spend. He also touched on Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, and the impact it had on the team moving forward. (9:55) Odds for the Guards to win the AL pennant aren't as lofty as you'd expect. (12:28) Scott shouts out the Mariners for signing former Cleveland slugger Josh Naylor back. Maybe deadline trades are good. Who knew?! Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Holiday shopping should start with FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Angels starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez reacts to Baltimore trading him and shares who he’s talked to with the Angels so far. He also explains how his elbow surgery went and what he might feel when he faces the Orioles. (22:08) Plus, Karl-Anthony Towns sold a Yoshinobu Yamamoto rookie card for $72,000!  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Guest requests? DM Foul Territory on IG and we'll write ya back :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB has a new deal for TV and streaming platforms. What does it all mean and did the commish recover from a key opt-out money miss last time? The Athletic Senior Sports Media Writer Andrew Marchand compares the deal to other sports. Other q's that come up: Are there too many platforms involved? What happens to the deal if there’s a lockout?  Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Baseball the way it should be coveredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal analyzes how the Taylor Ward-Grayson Rodriguez trade impacts the offseason plan for Baltimore. We also ask him about free agents Cody Bellinger and Luis Arráez, along with the case for the Guardians to trade Steven Kwan. Plus, how will the Mets find rotation pieces differently than last year? (19:07) Afterwards, Cardinal Territory host Lance Lynn thinks there should be a winter trade deadline at the end of the winter meetings. Do we agree? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Support the mission! Baseball the way it should be covered --> FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cardinals pitcher Lance Lynn lists the top 3 items on the St. Louis to-do list, including how they should move players with no-trade clauses. Lance also touches on what will happen with Tarik Skubal, whether the Cardinals are salary dumping, and why Shane Bieber stayed in Toronto.  (13:21) We also review the insane 2026 NL Pennant odds for the Cardinals. Hosts: Alanna Rizzo, AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz Holiday shopping season begins! FoulTerritoryShop.com is coolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Kansas City second hitting coach Marcus Thames explains why he chose this post in Kansas City and his offensive philosophy. He also covers the carousel of hitting coaches in MLB and changes in the position since his playing days. How will Marcus work with the other new hitting coach, Connor Dawson? (14:04) Kevin Kiermaier wants a job in MLB, but has some unique requests. Have you heard about the long list of niceness on FoulTerritoryShop.com? Hosts: Alanna Rizzo, AJ Pierzynski, Erik KratzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Programming note: FT will be LIVE at the Winter Meetings in Orlando! (2:04) Were the Cubs really stunned when Shota Imanaga accepted their qualifying offer? We discuss the rumor on how this hampers Chicago’s spending plans and examine Shota’s game. (13:08) Fans chime in on Imanaga’s value. Gift ideas --> FoulTerritoryShop.com (15:56) A Twitter aggregator misconstrued a report from Evan Grant about Corey Seager. Many insiders struggle with users exaggerating their content, so we shed light on the issue.  (20:27) BEEF has emerged! Adam Ottavino is upset about how the Mets manage their bullpen. We debate whether New York damages their relievers and if their usage differs from other teams.  (30:20) Shoutout to the construction workers fixing Tropicana Field’s roof. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is the Kyle Schwarber market shaping up? We ask Fansided Insider Robert Murray and also get to his thoughts on the offseason plan in Pittsburgh and a possible Jazz Chisholm extension. (16:29) Baseball America writer Geoff Pontes joins us to evaluate two more Japanese players getting posted--Kazuma Okamoto and Kona Takahashi. (31:25) Do you remember Yasmany Tomás? Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Support the mission! Baseball the way it should be covered --> FoulTerritoryShop.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down some Braves activity: signing closer Raisel Iglesias and acquiring Mauricio Dubón from the Astros. (Top of show) (2:25) Speaking of reunions, a look at the updated FA closers still available with one big name mulling a reunion.  (4:34) The Astros move Dubón in a cost-cutting move. Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! (7:58) The hosts dive into the Los Angeles Angels acquiring Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles for Taylor Ward. (14:08) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including D'backs outfielders possibly garnering interest, Cubs adding offense, Lars Nootbaar's status, and if Milwaukee could be a home for Josh Jung. (19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. (25:28) Ken and Alanna have "White Whales" they have not yet interviewed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Toddfather is BACK! He does Disney a lil different with his ESPN hookup. (2:37) The Braves are making their usual early offseason moves. They're bringing back closer Raisel Iglesias. Was he more prone to sign with Atlanta because they kept him the entire 2025 season?  (10:19) Step 2: The Braves acquired Gold Glover Mauricio Dubón from the Astros for infielder Nick Allen. We analyze this move. (16:20) MLB rights deals were announced. We'll have Andrew Marchand on a podcast soon to talk about it. Holiday shopping season is here! FoulTerritoryShop.com is cool :) (18:54) Are the Phillies going to non-tender Alec Bohm? Plus, is Rob Refsnyder the perfect LHP-mashing fit to platoon in Chicago? (21:43) Elly De La Cruz was hurt in the second half of the season. It all makes sense now. (26:04) Will Grayson Rodriguez be ready to pitch a full season in 2026? (29:29) The non-tender deadline is Friday. We check out some candidates who could be moved or cut. Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott BraunSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boston manager Alex Cora joined FT to review the strategy for the club this offseason, the latest on Alex Bregman and what the plan is for Ceddanne Rafaela. He also got into Aroldis Chapman's comments about the Yankees and what the future looks like for Roman Anthony. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!  Get 15% off The Perfect Jean with the code FOUL15 at theperfectjean.nyc/FOUL15  #theperfectjeanpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.