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Tigers reliever Tommy Kahnle just hit 10 years of Big League service time. We hit the highs with him and what he still wants to accomplish. He's also part of a very talented Detroit ballclub, which he didn't know much about before joining. Stick around for the flooding story :)

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The guys cover all angles of Rafael Devers' frustration towards Craig Breslow and the Red Sox front office. (Top of Show)

(15:43) Braves promote Luke Williams to The Show and DFA Eddie Rosario.

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(18:11) Times are tough in Colorado, and Rockies pitcher Kyle Freeland broke down when asked about the club's struggles.

(28:14) Kyle Schwarber is an on-base machine.

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(30:22) The Dodgers are taxing their bullpen so far this season, and as evidenced by the D'backs win last night, the division isn't a foregone conclusion.

(38:44) The day/night home run splits in Sacramento are wild so far. Just wait until it gets hot.

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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the red-hot Seattle Mariners, winners of 9-straight series. (Top of show)

(3:00) Plus, a look at Chicago Cubs reliever Ryan Pressly’s negative trend to start the season.

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(9:01) Ken spoke with Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts about his nagging concern offensively. 

(14:58) The hosts react to breaking news during Grillin’ Ken - Pittsburgh Pirates fire manager Derek Shelton. They also take live questions about Sandy Alcantara's slow start, PCA or Jung Hoo Lee for the next decade and are the Tigers a World Series pick?

(24:56) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Marlins rookie Kyle Stowers discusses his breakout season, which has included a walk-off grand slam vs. Mason Miller and the Athletics. Kyle also talks about finally getting a shot to play consistently in the Bigs and trash-talking Grayson Rodriguez when they were teammates. Plus, which statistics does he look at the most, and how has the new Marlins Front Office group helped him develop?

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Cardinals pitcher Steven Matz joins FT to talk about life in St. Louis, his transition between starting and relieving, and how veterans like him and Nolan Arenado are handling trade rumors. Matz also reminisces about his tenure with the Mets and growing up on Long Island.

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Breaking News: The Pirates fire manager Derek Shelton. Ken Rosenthal gives us the scoop. (Top of show) 

(21:01) Orioles-Mariners trade alert! Luis F. Castillo for cash.

(22:43) We explain a controversial replay review call after Alex Cora wasn't having it.

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(30:22) Thoughts on Don Kelly now running the Pirates.

(33:29) Giants starting pitcher Robbie Ray is winning.

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(35:09) Player perspective on Nick Pivetta tipping pitches and the Giants making it obvious that they knew about it.

(40:50) The new Pope is from Chicago?!

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Are hitters getting thrown too many numbers? This deep dive emerges when we bring on Dallas Morning News beat writer Evan Grant to dissect the Bret Boone hiring by the Rangers to be their Hitting Coach. 

Later on, we get the lowdown on Evan Carter's comeback and the Rangers letting Leody Taveras get picked up by the Mariners.

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Is there something going on between Red Sox manager Alex Cora and big money slugger Rafael Devers? We dive in to that situation after hearing a rant from Austin Jackson calling out Tiger fan trolls.

Then it's KC Star beat writer Jaylon Thompson covering this hot run for the Royals and notable names making more noise this season.

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Everyone has a "list" of humans who are not their favorite people. (top of show) We start there with a check on AJ's list.

(6:27) The Mariners picked up Leody Taveras. Will he help and how has Seattle turned around their offense?

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(13:13) Yordan Alvarez injury update here.

(15:47) Juan Soto has his name next to Mickey Mantle with his walks pace.

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(17:20) The Giants stomped the Cubs in extras. Is that Cubbies bullpen good enough?

(23:58) Aaron Judge is different this year.

(25:55) Cramps are annoying. Player insight here on what guys do to fix it.

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Ryan Helsley to the Phillies? Luis Robert Jr. to the Rangers? Nolan Arenado to the Tigers? Former MLB GM Jim Bowden drops his hopeful trades for the month of May. Plus, is it time for the Baltimore Orioles to move on from Brandon Hyde OR Mike Elias? 

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the status of Dodgers sluggers Mookie Betts and Andy Pages. Ken also shares his thoughts on the Rangers’ surprising hire of Bret Boone as hitting coach, Chandler Simpson shining with the Rays, and the continued struggles of Carlos Correa and the Twins. Plus, early trade deadline talk and the dumb decision to hold the draft at the All-Star break.

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(24:31) Trevor May explains his perspective on the wild shrinking strike zone evaluation story that MLB hid from everyone.

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Trevor May joins the party today! We start with Braves righty AJ Smith-Shawver flirting with a no-hitter (top of show) and how much of an X-factor he can be for Atlanta.

(8:11) Ronald Acuña Jr. takes another step forward in his rehab process.

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(14:54) The Rangers hired Bret Boone to be their new hitting coach.

(17:32) The Cubs lost Shota Imanaga to the IL for a bit. How long and how hurtful will it be?

(21:57) Yordan Alvarez is hurt. Will the Astros be OK?

(24:07) Teoscar Hernández is hurt too.

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(25:21) Congrats to Trevor smashing 100K subs!

(28:28) Devin Williams and the Yankees bullpen imploded and the Padres swiped a win. What's next in the Bronx?

(36:12) Jeremiah Estrada is bringing that filth for SD.

Hosts: AJ, Kratz, Trevor May, Scott Braun

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Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott II joins Katie Woo on Cardinal Territory after a big series against the New York Mets. Victor talks about the differences between season one and season two so far, the importance of establishing a routine, how he has sped up his development process and the dynamic between his fellow outfielders.

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Rangers shakeup: Jake Burger demoted, OC Donnie Ecker and Leody Taveras out (Top of Show).

(3:27) Triston Casas' season is over and the Red Sox need to pivot at first base.

(6:47) Ken thinks the Tigers, the AL's hottest team, can sustain their excellence for the long haul.

(10:00) Ken has a new favorite player! Chandler Simpson brings a dynamic element to the Rays lineup nobody else can match.

(18:27) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Aaron Judge can hit .400, if the Royals are contenders and what does Ken think is the meaning of life?

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What should expectations be for Ronald Acuña Jr. when he's back? Braves reporter Grant McAuley checks in with thoughts on the looming lineup boost and a state of the pitching staff.

Then it's our Ump Show segment recapping viral moments in the world of umpires, including a smoking HOT mic that brought a wholesome respect to the job.

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One team is soaring with an attendance spike above the rest this season. (top of show) We hit the latest report from MLB.

(3:19) The Rangers made more player moves and fired their Offensive Coordinator to try and wake up the bats.

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(15:34) MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo joins us to discuss the season-ending surgery for Red Sox first baseman Tristan Casas and who might replace him. 

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(36:02) Angels manager Ron Washington is done with team meetings for now.

(38:23) The Blue Jays signed two newbie arms to the roster. Where do they stand in the AL East?

(49:43) How will Hyeseong Kim fit with this Dodgers club now on the Big League roster?

(55:00) Lance McCullers is finally back for the Astros and Ross Stripling retired.

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Managing travel for a global baseball powerhouse ain't easy. Scott Akasaki tells us about his longtime job planning the itinerary for the Dodgers, including their historic two-plane approach.

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This is a can't-miss conversation with Torii Hunter and if you read these write-ups that I do, you know I don't say this often. AJ knows former teammate Torii Hunter well and he brings out some fascinating stories from their playing days.

Also, Torii dives into his potential manager role interest.

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It's great that MLB is working on strike zone accuracy with umpires but umm...why didn't they tell anyone about the massive evaluation changes that affect calls? FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal tells us how he broke the story with his colleagues at The Athletic.

Then we hit the Jake Burger demotion as part of the story of the sputtering Rangers offense and check on the Dodgers and Braves.

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With the offense rolling through the first month of the season, Cubs hitting coach Dustin Kelly joins North Side Territory hosts Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic for a wide-ranging conversation. Kelly explains the evolution of Pete Crow-Armstrong’s game and the impact since Kyle Tucker’s arrival. 

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Plus, the message sent to Matt Shaw when he got sent down to the minors and why the Cubs aren’t worried about Dansby Swanson’s early offensive struggles. Within this Q&A, Kelly also gets into the vibes at Wrigley Field and how the club has turned the ballpark into a real advantage.

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If you throw mid-80's in high school, you still can become an MLB ace. Just ask Astros righty Hunter Brown, who tells us about his velo jump and then pitch mix evolution that elevated him to a Cy Young contender. We also ask Brown about MLB's hidden strike zone shrinkage fiasco.

(13:55) After Brown, we jump to MLB Fact or Fiction topics, including the NL Best West, Hunter Greene's dominance and Juan Soto without Aaron Judge

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Former All-Star Jayson Werth has a horse in the Kentucky Derby and he joins FT next to his prized racer named Flying Mohawk.

We get some baseball/horse racing comps/contrasts in this convo and then turn to ball talk. Werthquake was not a Mets fan lover.

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Jayson also recounts his days as a catcher in the minors and he drops a strong take on why the Giants look better so far this season.

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MLB shrunk the strike zone and didn't tell players or coaches about it?! We dissect The Athletic's bombshell article about umpires now calling pitches with a tighter buffer zone. (Top of show)

(12:53) The Tigers DFA'd Kenta Maeda.

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(14:31) Brandon Woodruff is closing in on a Big League return for the lurking Brewers.

(16:08) Cleveland is a House of Pain for the Twins. 

(19:16) Mike Trout is headed to the IL and the Angels are falling back to Earth.

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(27:06) The Nationals added Andrew Chafin to the bullpen.

(30:16) Jazz Chisholm Jr. has an oblique injury and Toddfather says don't rush the recovery.

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Can the Padres finish the job this year and slay the Dodgers? SD Union-Tribune beat writer Kevin Acee tells us about the strong start by the ballclub and we get into Manny Machado's evolution as an everyday leader.

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Rays closer Pete Fairbanks covers what has been working well for the club in recent games.

Pete comps the experience of playing at The Trop vs. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. 

What is Pete doing differently between 2024 and 2025?

Why do teams pitch to Aaron Judge as regularly as they do?

Pete breaks down some of the strategy that goes into pregame meetings for pitchers.

Chandler Simpson speed talk in here too.

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Ken Rosenthal and Tricia Whitaker discuss how one game can change a narrative for the Toronto Blue Jays following their comeback against the Boston Red Sox. (Top of show)

(2:51) The Texas Rangers are testing GM Chris Young's patience after another "power outage".

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(11:17) Pete Crow-Armstrong is turning heads as the Cubs’ breakout star continues to shine in 2025.

(14:40) The hosts answer live Grillin' Ken questions, including whether the Dodgers will target a starter at the deadline and why David Robertson is still available.

(23:05) Ken and Tricia crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. 

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The Tigers are finally starting to get production out of Javier Baez. (Top of show) Can he continue to build off his solid start?

(9:08) The Royals are rolling!

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(13:06) Jeff Hoffman is HIM. Other teams missed the boat.

(14:34) The Angels really blew it with this travel day disaster and are still paying the price.

(17:14) Brewers manager Pat Murphy is making decisive moves this year to send a message.

(19:39) Benches cleared in Baltimore after Heston Kjerstad took offense to Pablo Reyes landing on him after stealing a base. Reasonable qualm?

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(23:37) The Diamondbacks are weathering the storm of losing big bullpen arms.

(29:49) The all-time stolen base percentage leader list features mostly recent names.

(31:21) Aaron Judge had a monster historic first month. Where does Judge stack up against the best hitters in this century?

(33:30) Orioles manager Brandon Hyde has received a lot of public backlash but is he really to blame for the Orioles rough start?

(40:55) A quick convo about early surprises in here.

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Athletics slugger Tyler Soderstrom joins Foul Territory to talk about his breakout start to the 2025 season and what’s clicked for him at the plate. What’s been key to his turnaround after a tough MLB debut?

He shares how the team has adjusted to playing in a minor league ballpark in Sacramento.

Soderstrom opens up about bouncing between positions — from catcher to first base to left field — and how he’s using his athleticism to stay on the field.

Plus, Tyler talks about lessons learned from his dad, a former MLB pitcher, and reacts to Jacob Wilson’s unusual rise to success.

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(9:53) The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon explains the lack of margin for error for the Blue Jays’ rotation right now.

Mitch breaks down the circus catch in center by Daulton Varsho, lack of pop by superstar bats & hot seat status for manager John Schneider. 

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The Mets are sizzling on offense and the best still might be yet to come. (top of show). 

(9:34) We also cover a big blow to their bullpen with the AJ Minter injury. 

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(12:10) The Rockies are a hot mess right now.

(18:23) The Padres cut Yuli Gurriel as reinforcements are on the way.

(21:43) The Phillies won a WILD one against the Nats. 

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(25:14) How do we evaluate the offensive explosion for the Yankees in Baltimore last night?

(32:33) A pair of veteran starters are returning to the mound with Tony Gonsolin and the long-awaited return of Lance McCullers Jr. 

(44:25) Are the Braves becoming one of the scariest team in baseball again?

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Mark DeRosa is back to manage Team USA in the World Baseball Classic next year. DeRo spent time on The Phillies Show discussing the Phillies’ meh start and why he isn’t necessarily worried about it. He also talks about trying to recruit Zack Wheeler and Bryce Harper to play for Team USA in next year’s WBC and much more.

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With the Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Dodgers squaring off this week, The Athletic's Andy McCullough dives into his article covering the record payroll difference between the two teams.

There's an apparent disconnect between the Marlins organization and their fans. Can they earn the people's trust back?

How significant of a concern is it that the Dodgers have an entire pitching staff on the IL?

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From a sizzling Jung Hoo Lee and the fire Chicago Cubs bats to a slumping Joc Pederson and the lowly Chicago White Sox, we cover the winners and losers through the season's first month.

Baltimore Orioles SP Grayson Rodriguez joins us to discuss his rehab progress, the O's tough start to the season, & their position player team meeting.

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We recap the Dodgers' dramatic walk-off win over the Marlins and take a closer look at what Miami needs to do to eventually compete with big-market teams. (top of show)

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(13:59) We have a Tyler Glasnow injury update.

(15:22) That Mets lineup is LEGIT.

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(17:48) The Reds are on fire. Are they a serious threat to take the division?

(20:32) Do we buy this hot streak for the Twins?

(25:01) Strength of schedule report is crazy right now!

(28:21) Previewing a key series between the Padres and Giants this week.

(31:26) Guest list preview, includes Torii Hunter soon.

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Is this the year the Mariners finally win the AL West? Adam Jude from The Seattle Times makes his FT debut to weigh the pros and cons.

How serious is Logan Gilbert’s arm injury? Could this change what the Mariners seek for trade help?

Adam explains why Cal Raleigh is the best catcher in baseball and shines a light on dominant reliever Andrés Muñoz, steady J.P. Crawford and a resurgent Dylan Moore.

He also details the impact of new manager Dan Wilson and the revamped coaching staff.

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Nolan Arenado is crushing the ball but the Cardinals are still hovering around mediocrity range -- is a trade looming?

Katie Woo from The Athletic and host of Cardinal Territory joins Foul Territory to dive into the latest drama in St. Louis.

Lars Nootbaar is having the breakout season the Cardinals have been waiting for, while Jordan Walker’s development has stalled.

If the Cardinals do become sellers at the deadline, who is most likely to be on the move?

Are Cardinals fans sending a message to the front office by staying away from Busch Stadium this year?

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Baltimore Sun reporter Jacob Calvin Meyer swings by to discuss the interesting offseason decisions by the Orioles front office.

Could GM Mike Elias be on the hot seat if May looks like April for this club?

We get checkups on slow starts for Adley Rutschman and Jackson Holliday, plus the case of Cedric Mullins as July trade bait intensifies.

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses Mariners ace Logan Gilbert and Dodgers starter Tyler Glasnow each headed to the injured list (Top).

(1:59) The Yankees are taking the ball from Devin Williams for now. What's gone wrong with "The Airbender?"

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(2:58) Ken unpacks what could have been for the Cubs: nixing a deal for Jesus Luzardo and not pursuing Bryce Harper in 2019.

(6:23) The Orioles face a steep climb in the AL East and could have valuable pieces to ship off should the season continue to spiral.

(8:27) In Inside Dish, Ken reads and responds to the fierce reaction to his Yankees homegrown core article. 

(17:05) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Andres Munoz is the game's best closer right now, why JD Martinez is still unsigned, and if the Braves will sell off.

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Weekend catchup! We review Kevin Gausman ejection & dugout slip. (Top of show)

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(12:10) The Yankees removed Devin Williams from the closer role. What’s next?

(17:08) Let’s talk Roki Sasaki vs bidet-equipped Japanese-style toilets.

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(20:02) Jarren Duran got into it with a fan after some harsh words. Our hosts weigh in.

(27:33) Are the Rockies worse than the White Sox?

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(30:11) Injuries do suck for the Dodgers rotation right now.

(37:01) A brutal schedule decision burned the Angels.

(39:32) The Braves optioned Jared Kelenic to the minors and Eddie Rosario is replacing him on the roster.

(41:51) The Nats scored a huge comeback win against the Mets. 

(45:02) Eugenio Suarez is the 19th player in MLB history to hit four home runs in a single game!

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If money wasn't a factor, which 3 players would you choose to start an MLB club with? The answers were all over the place on this one.

Then it's Mariners basher Rowdy Tellez stopping by to tell us about his truck stuck play at 1st base, the Blue Jays beefing with his M's about sign-stealing accusations and Cal Raleigh's additional booty nicknames.

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Is it too early in the season to be talking about managers on the hot seat? ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian joins FT to evaluate the top storylines in baseball, including his thoughts on the A’s and Rays playing at MiLB yards.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo

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Longtime former MLB pitcher Bartolo Colon talks about life since retirement, the Mets, his famous viral homer and the state of the game. 

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Mets manager Carlos Mendoza talks about the sizzling start for the Mets and his takeaways from year one to year two running the ship.

How did the pitching staff get so nasty?

What were Mendy’s thoughts on Juan Soto’s Judge-less lineup comments? 

Also, Edwin Diaz has maybe the most fascinating diagnosis Mendy has ever experienced in baseball. 

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo

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The Rangers are winning but lingering issues on offense remain — Dallas Morning News beat writer Evan Grant explains what’s behind Joc Pederson’s brutal slump and whether a rebound is coming.

We dive into Wyatt Langford’s adjustments that sparked his hot start, and whether Josh Smith’s breakout potential is being held back by a utility role.

Also in the mix: Jacob deGrom is healthy, but multiple starters are not. Can the Rangers weather the storm?

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The Mets pitching staff has been a pleasant surprise but is it sustainable? We ask FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal and cover the strong start on offense for the Cubs.

Ken breaks down the underrated success of the Yankees’ player development and scouting departments, plus what they might do when Giancarlo Stanton returns from the IL.

We also get a look inside The Athletic’s recent features on Bobby Witt Jr. and Steven Kwan — and what their routines say about elite preparation.

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Ken updates us on Blake Snell’s shoulder setback and whether the Dodgers' pitching depth can hold up.

Hosts: Cam Maybin, Alanna Rizzo, Erik Kratz

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Manager Pat Murphy held closed-door meeting after the Brewers loss Thursday. Will that spark a turnaround? (Top of show).

(8:11) Brew Crew ace Brandon Woodruff is nearing a Big League return, and Milwaukee needs him to fortify the rotation.

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(22:19) Rafael Devers is struggling again, and Cam Maybin thinks the Monstars from Space Jam took his powers!

(23:59) Nolan Arenado's St. Louis future is up in the air and the Cardinals third baseman might be playing his way back on the trade block.

(31:59) No concern from the FT crew on Carlos Correa's current results at the dish.

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37:16) Athletics infielder Jacob Wilson is hitting his way into the AL Rookie of the Year discussion.

(41:43) Tip of the cap to Jorge Soler for earning 10 years of service time in the Big Leagues.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, Cameron Maybin, Alanna Rizzo

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss how baseball's best team right now resides in Queens after the Mets 7-0 homestand (Top of show).

(6:34) The Cubs are riding high after two thrilling wins over the Dodgers. Chicago has reason for optimism after a grueling early-season schedule. 

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(10:50) D'backs manager Torey Lovullo might've misused a bullpen weapon, and AJ Puk's injury shines light on baseball's inner workings beneath the surface.

(13:14) The hosts answer live Grillin' Ken questions, incuding if the Dodgers are in trouble without Blake Snell and which AL East rotation is best-suited for a postseason push. 

(20:02) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. 

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Wait, Ozzie Guillen and Joey Cora actually played Michael Jordan in hoops?! AJ shares the story to Tigers slugger Justyn-Henry Malloy, who is a BIG FT fan!

J-Hen discusses some of his favorite people in the Detroit clubhouse, shares the different challenges of transferring colleges vs. being traded between organizations, and tells us about the superstar resurgent start by teammate Spencer Torkelson.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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An article about Bobby Witt Jr. being a routine machine sparks a breakdown on player prep. (Top of show)

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(11:50)  The Cubs are feeling good. Our crew runs through why it should last.

(13:06) The upcoming travel schedule for the Angels is pointed and players aren't happy about it.

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(18:35) Safe to say Tommy Pham did not appreciate a fan touching him. Cutch called out an internet troll.

(24:28) Is Rocco Baldelli on the hot seat?

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(30:38) Brandon Hyde is happy with the O's effort but they still lost. AJ doesn't wanna hear it.

(33:10) Injury update news here for the Cubs and Dodgers.

(37:40) 11 MLB players crack the top 100 highest-paid athletes in the world.

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SF Chronicle Senior baseball beat reporter Susan Slusser drops the strengths and weaknesses of the Giants after about one month of ball. We hit the key names like Lee, Flores, Adames and Birdsong. 

Slusser drops a Sacramento A's prediction that could happen if the malaise there continues.

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The Athletic Senior Columnist Jon Greenberg weighs the current White Sox rock bottom ride and what appears to be the only way to fix it.

We also talk Cubs and their positive momentum. Could it lead to a big year and a potential letdown if owner Tom Ricketts doesn't want to play checkbook baseball with the big boys?

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