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FOUR elimination games! We welcome in FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal (top of show) for a Blue Jays-Yankees Game 4 preview.

(11:06) It’s Quinn Priester and Jameson Taillon facing off in a MUST-WIN game for the Cubs.

(12:29) The Astros will retain GM Dana Brown and Manager Joe Espada for the 2026 season.

(14:11) Don’t forget about the 4th annual Playmakers Classic on February 8th in Downtown Phoenix! Which ballpark is best for a pregame tailgate today?

(16:51) Aaron Judge had his signature playoff moment. We analyze how it happened and Toronto’s uncharacteristic fielding blunders.

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(29:14) Philadelphia is ON THE ROPES after losing two games at home. What should be their game plan heading into LA, and what do the Phillies need from Aaron Nola and Ranger Suarez?

(35:48) The Nationals’ front office is going through massive turnover. 

(38:33) The new Rays owner has spoken.

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Dodgers broadcaster (and former MLB player) Jerry Hairston Jr. addresses the bullpen moves by LA, including Roki Sasaki’s emergence as closer. Jerry also covers the Hernandez bros impact, Will Smith's rehab journey, THE wheel play and looks ahead at the rest of the series.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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After dropping the first two games in the NLDS, is there any hope for the Cubs? North Side Territory host and The Athletic Cubs reporter Patrick Mooney takes us through the series and what's next.

How does this series impact the Cubs-Brewers rivalry and is there too much of a pitching gap for this to turn into a tighter series?

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Toddfather did play-by-play for a postseason game...for a few seconds. (top of show) He tell us the story.

(2:24) SOS Yankees! The Blue Jays are CRUSHING the ALDS. Will they close it out and will Aaron Judge's legacy be missing a notch if he doesn't win?

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(17:06) Phillies fans were booing during Jhoan Duran's entrance. Yikes.

(18:14) Josh Naylor is BACK from parental leave for the Game 3 matchup!

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(20:41) The Cubs take another L against Milwaukee in the NLDS. Do they stand a chance against the dominant Brew Crew? And is The Miz back??

(25:52) We review Britt Ghiroli’s column on the current MLB managerial openings.

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(29:45) The Dodgers wheel play changed the course of their series with Philly. Kratz and Toddfather break down how it happened.

(39:16) Craig Breslow’s press conference was interesting...should Red Sox fans be concerned?

(44:31) M's skipper Dan Wilson dropped a line about chess.

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Ken Rosenthal dissects the state of the Division Series after the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers surge towards a NLCS matchup like it’s 2018. (Top of show)

(6:39) Ken previews tonight’s Toronto Blue Jays - New York Yankees ALDS Game 3 with New York facing elimination. 

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(8:31) He explains why the Seattle Mariners have the upper hand on the mound in today’s ALDS Game 3 against the Detroit Tigers. 

(10:49) Inside Dish unpacks Ken’s interview with Trey Yesavage’s parents. 

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(17:29) Grillin' Ken starts with leading manager candidates interviewing with teams focused on 2026.

(20:36) Ken then takes your questions, including possible expansion news this off-season, why Dave Roberts won't call Roki Sasaki his closer, if Brandon Woodruff has a chance to pitch this postseason and if we can put the postseason format criticisms to bed.

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Is pitch tipping the new paranoia taking over the game? The Athletic Sr. writer (and pitching analytics expert) Eno Sarris chimes in and also drops insight on an increasing pitch arsenal trend among postseason starters.

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(18:58) So, you’re in a fanbase on the outside looking in. We kick up a new series selling you on reasons to root for another team this October. Let's start with the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Former Toronto "Superman" Kevin Pillar is covering the Blue Jays-Yankees series on-site and delivers the goods on what he's been witnessing. He tells us how the Toronto culture has significantly changed. Plus, he got to throw out the first pitch of Game 2.

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How did the Brewers rack up runs again to beat the Cubs? We have instant reaction on what went down in Game 2 and prep for Game 3.

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Then it’s a review of that late surge that fell short for the Phillies and put the Dodgers up 2-0 heading back to LA. Can the Phillies win three in a row or is this their last dance with the current group of superstars?

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That whole bye week stale bats convo seems dead now. (Top of show) We had plenty of evidence from the weekend. 

(2:47) The Mariners even their series with Detroit and we have boots on the ground with AJ breaking down what’s really happening. 

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(14:50) Kurt Suzuki & Nick Hundley are in the mix for the Giants manager opening. 

(16:14) Injuries suck: How much will Jackson Chourio be hindered by his latest hammy issue? AJ also wants to know why Matt Boyd was pitched on short rest.

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(21:42) The Blue Jays are the 2nd team in postseason history with more HR than strikeouts in their first two games. Guess the other!

(24:13) Alex Anthopoulos indicated that Brian Snitker would still be the Braves manager if he wanted to keep going.

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(25:41) We will die on this hill! Does home field advantage matter? The home issues in Philly take center stage.

(37:50) Skip Schumaker is the new dugout main man in Arlington. 

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The great Mannywood arrives on FT to hype his favorite team to root for. He talks about a recent conversation he had to try and land a coaching gig and we went all over the map with questions about his playing days.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Angels bench coach and former MLB infielder Ryan Goins recaps his coaching journey, including working with Ron Washington and the player-to-coach transition. He also shares his experience working with Zach Neto and how the Angels can reduce their strikeout numbers.

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Tampa Bay Rays closer Pete Fairbanks scouts divisional foes in the Yankees-Blue Jays series and we dive into other postseason strategy topics. Pete also confirms his new pitch and why he blew a kiss towards the Orioles dugout.

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How nasty was Yankees rookie Cam Schlittler? Rob Friedman aka Pitching Ninja drops thoughts on the elite arm talent in the Division Series matchups, including Shohei Ohtani's pitching debut and Roki Sasaki's reemergence.

We also get into the fatigue for relief pitchers in the modern postseason format and if you can win without serious swing-and-miss talent on the mound.

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal examines the Dodgers' bullpen in their upcoming series, including whether Roki Sasaki could close. He also talks about how the Toronto bats match up against the Yankees' pitching. Ken finishes with thoughts on Alex Cora's unusual managing performance in Boston's elimination game loss.

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Cam Schlittler dominated his hometown Red Sox. Is he an ace? The guys discuss the starpower in the upcoming Yankees-Blue Jays ALDS. (Top of show)

(15:41) Buck Martinez said it with his chest last month: he doesn't think the Yankees are a good team. 

(18:25) The Padres were LIVID with home plate umpire D.J. Reyburn postgame, but the guys say the ugly dugout confrontation went too far.

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(27:03) The Cubs-Brewers rivalry is back! We review who has the edge in this series. 

(30:21) Should there be an automatic ABS review? 

(33:03) Could Alex Bregman be done in Boston? 

(35:40) Toddfather broadcasted the Tigers Wild Card victory, and looks ahead to a one-sided (on paper) ALDS matchup with Seattle. 

(46:37) Yusei Kuchiki made a funny gift for Angels teammate Jo Adell. 

(49:12) The Mets clean house on their coaching staff, including the dismissal of pitching coach Jeremy Hefner. 

(53:43) Skip Schumaker is the top choice for the Rangers manager opening. Plus, Christian Yelich had a good line about former manager Craig Counsell.

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How is M's starting pitcher Logan Gilbert striking out more dudes than ever this season? We get some good time with one of the key cogs of the Seattle rotation. He walks us through his bye week, states Cal Raleigh's MVP case, answers an interesting Ichiro question and evaluates new teammate additions from the trade deadline.

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Milwaukee starting pitching Quinn Priester reveals his favorite childhood ballclub and explains how he's preparing for the postseason.

Priester also took us through his journey to this point, his ridiculous winning run with the Brew Crew and his relationship with tablets for prep.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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What a day for postseason baseball: three game 3's! Stop by and watch our Postgame show of Tigers-Guardians after it's done. (top of show)

(2:18) We preview the NLDS between the Phillies and the Dodgers. Do the Phils have the arm talent to match up with the Dodgers?

(12:27) Did the White Sox have the dream rotation?

(13:55) Padres reliever Mason Miller is nasty.

(16:08) Both the Red Sox and Yankees are starting rookies on the mound in a Game 3 elimination matchup.

(27:34) This year’s Wild Card attendance numbers certainly tell a story.

(30:22) Say it louder! Home field advantage doesn’t matter in postseason ball.

(31:57) There are EIGHT open MLB manager spots. Is this job now underestimated?

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Brian Snitker will not return to his manager gig with the Braves manager but will remain with the team in an advisory role. Beyond a new manager now, what do the Braves need to do for 2026 in order to get back to the postseason?

Bill Schmidt is out as Rockies GM. Colorado needs to do something bold.

(11:44) It appears Albert Pujols is in line to become the Angels manager. Can the former superstar be a good skipper? Maybe more importantly, will Arte Moreno allow Pujols to become a good manager?

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The Padres stay alive at Wrigley! Let's recap Game 2 decisions and standouts.

Then we hit the Cleveland Guardians forcing a Game 3 against the Tigers.

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There was a lot to dissect in Game 1 of Red Sox-Yankees. We discuss that "historic" 9th inning and lineup decisions. (top of show)

(13:44) Masataka Yoshida comes up with the big hit for the Red Sox. Remember who signed him?

(15:22) Do the Reds have a chance to take down the Dodgers?

(20:56) LA Times beat writer Jack Harris joins us to talk Shohei Ohtani setting the tone, how to attack the LA offense & Yoshinobu Yamamoto's energy.

(39:19) Mike Cameron disagreed with Kratz. So what's more important: playing your everyday guys or focusing on the matchup?

(41:54) WFAN host Keith McPherson got right into why he's excited for Game 2 of Red Sox/-ankees before discussing if Max Fried should have been left in, and what Yankee fans think of Aaron Judge.

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Toronto clinched a first round bye and they celebrated hard. Tyler Heineman walks us through what they're up to this week and how their hitting coach has strongly impacted this lineup.

How is Tyler prepping for their ALDS matchup and how nasty is rookie Trey Yesavage? We get to that lil Tommy Pham beef at the finish line.

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal addresses some of his top postseason storylines, including the situation for Toronto, the pitching situation for the Brewers and the Dodgers holding back Shohei Ohtani for a potential Game 3.

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How did the Cubs take down the Padres in their Game 1 win and can they seal the deal with their pitching setup for Game 2?

We then swing it over to the Game 1 victory for Tarik Skubal's Tigers in Cleveland.

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Postseason prediction time! We lay out our brackets. (Top of show)

(06:27) Who are some October X-factors to keep an eye on?

(13:17) Bruce Bochy is out as Rangers manager. Will he go back to SF?

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(15:50) Rocco Baldelli is the fall guy in Minnesota.

(20:04) Congrats to Ben Cherington for keeping his job in Pittsburgh. What's next?

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(21:32) BREAKING during FT: Ron Washington won't return to the Angels in 2026. The issues in Anaheim start at the top.

(32:26) Torey Lovullo admits the front office picks the lineup.

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What are the key factors heading into these Wild Card series matchups? Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal has a quick rundown of each tilt. (Top of show)

(3:57) Tarik Skubal and the Tigers are in, and they can erase their September collapse by beating the Guardians in October.

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(6:56) Reds pitching could level the series with the favored Dodgers.

(9:22) The Padres bullpen turning up the heat on the Cubs could be the difference in this series.

(13:24) Inside Dish explores which eliminated managers are feeling the heat. An early exit for the Yankees and Phillies could also spell doom for Aaron Boone and Rom Thomson.

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(22:25) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including lessons for David Stearns and the Mets and if the Brewers can maintain their torrid regular season when it matters most.

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FT scouts the Red Sox-Yankees heavyweight showdown. Which team has the edge in each category and will Aaron Judge perform like a superstar this postseason?

(12:42) Mets’d Up (part of the FT Network) host James Schiano reviews what the heck went wrong with the Mets, including the middle-class roster failures. He also explains what he would do this offseason with the Mets and predicts where Pete Alonso ends up in 2026.

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FT Resident GM Jim Bowden reacts to Bob Melvin’s dismissal and answers whether other teams will change managers. Plus, Jim drops his thoughts on missing the ole Game 163 era and the slow-burning disaster of the New York Mets.

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The brackets are set! We set it up at the top of the show.

(3:24) BREAKING NEWS: The Giants fire manger Bob Melvin. We review possible manager candidates and what San Francisco can do to get over the hump.

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(14:59) Pittsburgh ordered more Don Kelly, extending the interim manager and ditching the interim title.

(16:08) The Dodgers announced their Wild Card starters. Correct call?

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(18:09) Cincinnati is in the postseason! We analyze the Reds as a postseason threat and how they match up against LA.

(25:24) Houston missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. Are we surprised the Astros crumbled?

(28:03) We examine the Tigers-Guardians Wild Card matchup, including how impactful Tarik Skubal could be and Cleveland’s lowly ranked offense. 

(37:20) Congrats to the Blue Jays for their first AL East title since 2015!

(40:09) Cade Horton is OUT for the foreseeable future for the Cubs. Also, we reveal what San Diego and Chicago have going for them in this Wild Card series.

(44:19) Lucas Giolito will not be on the Wild Card Roster for the Red Sox.

(45:06) Is run differential stupid?

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Cal or Judge? Hall of fame columnist Jayson Stark (The Athletic) has made his decision. He elaborates on some of his end-of-year award picks: AL MVP, NL & AL Cy Young, AL Manager of the Year and top 5 NL MVP candidates.

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JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun welcome Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin, who accepts the 2025 MiLB Player of the Year award. Griffin discusses his offseason swing adjustments, eagerness to play multiple positions, and texts with Paul Skenes about the future of the Pirates.

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The new Automatic Ball-Strike System for 2026 will allow teams to start with two challenges
each and can be used by the pitcher, the catcher, or the batter to challenge a call. Mayday! host and former Big League pitcher Trevor May sizes up the big rule change coming soon.

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Ryan Howard hit a franchise-record 58 home runs for the Phillies in 2006, when he won the National League MVP Award.

So, who is better to talk about Kyle Schwarber’s 50-homer season than The Big Piece? Howard joins The Phillies Show and also chimes in about Philadelphia’s chances to win a World Series this year, his funniest Chase Utley story and much, much more!

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Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt has had a whirlwind 2025 and he discusses his mindset after being DFA’d to now catching some of the best arms in the game.

We also ask him about teammate Clayton Kershaw’s retirement announcement, plans for navigating the postseason, and how catching will change with the ABS challenge system. 

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal goes through all of the weekend chaos. He also answers whether home field advantage and byes are critical for a title run.

Additionally, Ken discusses some teams that could undergo manager and front office changes this offseason, including the Pirates situation and whether postseason performances will impact manager firings.

After Ken, we cover the scariest lineups entering the postseason mix.

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Cardinal Territory host Katie Woo is joined by St. Louis Cardinals Assistant General Manager Rob Cerfolio for a discussion on the organization's player development system and what changes fans can expect to see under soon-to-be President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom.

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It’s the last weekend of the regular season! Also, congrats to Charlie Morton on retiring after this season. (top of show) We cover his upcoming final outing in ATL.

(3:22) What is going on with Toddfather’s Reds? We also preview other teams and important series in the NL Wild Card bonanza.

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(15:21) The Orioles rookies dressed up as MINIONS last night?!

(17:52) José Berríos is now on the IL with elbow trouble.

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(19:37) It’s time for the AL East report. The Blue Jays and Yankees are battling and Trevor Story is making errors at the wrong time. 

(27:23) The Tigers finally won a game, but the AL Wildcard is still in some jeopardy. 

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(30:03) The A’s scoreboard has issues.

(31:40) Netflix will have the season opener next year. We like the standalone game option.

(33:36) There are a lot of options for amazing weekend baseball. What matchups are worth watching?

(38:21) Cheers to Nats broadcaster Bob Carpenter on retirement! 

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack where we’re at in both the AL and NL Playoff pictures ahead of the final regular season weekend. (Top of show) Get ready for brain freeze!

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(13:27) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if Co-MVP is a possibility in the AL, Phillies rotation options, if the Dodgers can repeat and baseball's best playoff homefield advantage.

(22:12) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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(25:51) Paul Skenes is clearly baseball's best pitcher right now.

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FT Resident GM Jim Bowden gets into a couple pitching decisions: why the D'backs pushed back Zac Gallen and what the Tigers should do with Tarik Skubal on Sunday. He also explores the Dodgers' makeshift bullpen, how the last NL Wild Card is sloppy and the AL MVP debate.

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(19:49) How would you rank the postseason teams in terms of pitching staffs? We break down the rankings from The Athletic.

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Mike Shildt joined FT and revealed his secret to never having a losing season as a manager. He also had some high praise for A.J. Preller, and how it is to work with him.

Shildt talked about Fernando Tatis Jr.'s illness, Ramon Laureano's injury and how the Padres will balance their rotation with a strong bullpen in the playoffs.

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Have the last two days been the most fun of the season? (Top of show)

(1:40) The Mariners clinched their first AL West title since 2001 as Cal Raleigh reaches 60 home runs. Is the AL MVP race over?

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(14:55) Kyle Schwarber has the most home runs as a lefty vs. lefties. He's really good.

(16:23) The Dodgers are remaking their bullpen on the fly. Can Kershaw and Roki Sasaki really be counted on?

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(19:10) Does anybody want the final NL Wild Card spot? Mets' got knocked around, Reds can't score and the DBacks are making an interesting decision with Zac Gallen.

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(28:42) Are the Rockies the worst team ever? They won't have as many losses as the 2024 White Sox but they have the worst run differential ever.

(30:15) The Blue Jays appear to be freaking out and costing themselves the division. What's wrong in Toronto?

(33:00) Even though AJ counted them out, the Guardians now control their destiny in the AL Central. How did they do it?

(36:59) Another thing happened for the first time since 2001 -- four players have at least 50 homers. Raleigh, Schwarber, Ohtani and Judge are a formidable foursome.

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LA Times columnist Dylan Hernández reacts to Tanner Scott’s implosions and whether his usage wore down what should've been a promising signing. He also considers how LA will stack their bullpen this postseason and how to best align the rotation.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Blue Jays cutting Alek Manoah and questions why George Springer's foul ball heard around Canada isn't reviewable. He also talks about the ABS challenge system officially coming in 2026 and whether Seattle can make a deep postseason run.

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(18:02) Is the AL Central a Cleveland comeback or Detroit collapse? The Athletic’s Zack Meisel describes Cleveland's recent pitching prowess. Hear an update on David Fry following a scary scene Tuesday. Zack also answers if Stephen Vogt wins manager of the year again in '25.

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It was a fun night of baseball last night, and there are five more to come! (Top of Show)

(1:31) The Guardians beat Tarik Skubal and the Tigers thanks to some small ball. Also, keep David Fry in your thoughts. 

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(17:53) The Yankees clinched the postseason thanks to a crazy walk-off against the White Sox. 

(20:34) The Blue Jays DFA’d Alek Manoah. Could another team fix him? 

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(22:00) The Mets are back in control of their own destiny! We review the wild Cubs/Mets game, Cade Horton’s status, and possible pitchers for both teams for the remainder of the series. 

(29:24) The Reds were lifeless last night, and so was the ballpark.

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(31:05) Bruce Bochy called out his team last night after getting eliminated from the playoffs. 

(34:51)The Mariners clinched the playoffs last night and can clinch the division tonight for the first time since 2001! Plus, the Astros aren’t helping themselves trying to get to the playoffs. 

(40:48) The Red Sox beat the Blue Jays to keep pace, but Roman Anthony's recovery is slow.

(46:29) Cal Raleigh is fired up for clinching the playoff spot.

(48:07) BREAKING! The Nationals are finalizing a deal with Paul Toboni to be their new Head of Baseball Operations. Props to the Nats for interviewing numerous candidates.

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(56:45) Logan Webb voiced his frustration after the Giants missed the playoffs.

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Rookie catcher Dalton Rushing joins Dodgers Territory hosts Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas to share insight on his first Big League campaign, catching Kershaw's final home start, and much more!

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MLB backed a new amateur “down period" that Kratz and AJ say will accomplish...nothing.

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(8:30) Jonathan Papelbon tells us about Boston's offensive struggles since losing rookie star Roman Anthony. He also dishes on Boston's pitching depth and how they'll line up their attack going forward.

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(17:55) Plus, Pap drops his thoughts on the ABS challenge system officially happening in 2026 and how the Dodgers will manage Shohei Ohtani pitching in October.

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Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza paints the picture of the mood in the clubhouse with the postseason starting early for his team. He covers the state of the pitching and an outfield alignment tweak that hadn't been assembled all season. Don't miss Mendoza's message to the fans in Queens. 

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The Padres are officially IN the postseason. The best stretch in franchise history continues. (3:07) What do they need to do for a big October run?

(11:23) Ozzie Albies fractured his hamate bone but AJ says it's NBD.

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(12:58) MLB owners approved Patrick Zalupski as the new Rays owner. 

(15:34) Breaking news: It's happening! ABS Challenge system is in for '26. What's next??

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(19:37) The HUGE Tigers-Guardians matchup starts now. Also, the Reds playoff hunt continues tonight against the Pirates.

(37:24) Baseball America named Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin MiLB Player of the Year.

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Do the Tigers have a pulse? Tiger Territory host and The Athletic beat reporter Cody Stavenhagen delves into how the trade deadline affected Detroit and the atmosphere in the Tigers' clubhouse. He also previews their upcoming monster series in Cleveland.

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Hall of Fame Guardians radio broadcaster Tom Hamilton reviews the crazy comeback for Cleveland back to postseason relevance this year. He also talks about what Steven Vogt brings to the table and who can step up for the Guards besides José Ramírez.

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(16:54) The Athletic Reds senior writer C. Trent Rosecrans reveals the atmosphere in Cincinnati and who can boost the team for the last six games. He also breaks down the Reds and Mets schedules and how dangerous Cincinnati could be in October.

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