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How will the Chicago Cubs bounce back from two real losses to the Dodgers in the Tokyo Series?

North Side Territory host (and Athletic reporter) Patrick Mooney weighs in on the starting rotation, Matt Shaw’s rookie ride, bullpen depth and the rest of the division.

Patrick also theorizes why the Cubs did not go all-in this offseason.

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Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reports on recent contract extensions for catchers Cal Raleigh and Alejandro Kirk. With the Automated Strike Zone system coming soon, could these contracts lose value?

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Cam Smith earned a spot on the Astros Opening Day roster but is Houston rushing its top prospect? 

A sad ending to Jordan Montgomery’s awful tenure with the Arizona Diamondbacks. What does the pitcher’s future look like after a second Tommy John surgery? 

Ken also gives exclusive updates on his recent story about the Minnesota Twins potential sale.

The White Sox can’t be worse than last season’s historically bad performance...right? 

(14:27) The Red Sox trimmed down their amateur scouting department. Is it the right call?

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Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe tell us about his team's new cell phone policy. How strict is it, how has it changed team chemistry and will it actually made a difference on the field?

Logan also breaks down what he’s learned from veteran additions this offseason, including the best piece of advice fellow catcher Travis d’Arnaud has given him so far. Plus, Logan shares his reactions to seeing teammate Zach Neto appearing as a bat boy during a spring game, calls out a breakout pitcher candidate and explains how Mike Trout just does not lose.

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Mariners first baseman/DH Rowdy Tellez put up big numbers in Spring Training, but what was his mindset coming into camp while fighting for a roster spot? He shares the nerve-wracking experience of waiting until after the Super Bowl to sign a deal—and the hilarious story of getting pulled over while agreeing to his contract.

Seattle’s offense has struggled in recent years, but Rowdy explains why he’s confident in the Mariners’ bats this season. Plus, he reveals the best piece of advice he’s received from Hall of Famer Edgar Martínez—one that immediately led to a double and a homer in a game.

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We're on the field at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati on Opening Day Eve! (top of show) We start with the Mariners locking up their young superstar catcher Cal Raleigh.

(9:09) Astros top prospect Cam Smith has made the Opening Day roster less than a year after being drafted. Is he ready for the challenge and did the Astros already win the Kyle Tucker trade?

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(16:16) Big moves in Texas: The Rangers send World Series star Evan Carter to Triple-A. What does he need to do to get back on track?

(19:55) The Red Sox officially name Aroldis Chapman as their closer, while the Angels make a flurry of moves, including releasing a former number one overall pick.

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(25:45) The Angels cut a former 1st overall pick and are back to their usual ways of calling up players at hyperspeed.

(30:18) Jordan Montgomery’s tough tenure in Arizona gets worse—the lefty is set for Tommy John surgery. 

(39:05) Good news in Pittsburgh as Pirates pitcher Jared Jones avoids surgery on his throwing elbow.

(48:05) Cheers to Nationals broadcaster Bob Carpenter, who announced that this will be his final season calling games.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Danny Graves, Scott Braun

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2-time All-Star pitcher Andrew Miller pulls back the curtain on his role with the MLB Players Association and what’s brewing ahead of the next CBA negotiations. How does he work with players and the league to shape the future of the game?

Miller breaks down how the union operates and what still needs to change. With news that owners will fight hard for a salary cap and their willingness for a potential lockout, Miller explains what a cap would really do to baseball—and why owners pushing for it has nothing to do with competitive balance.

Finally, Miller takes aim at the real problem in baseball and it's not the big spenders like the Dodgers.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Is there a timetable or plan for Ohtani’s return to the mound? We ask ESPN Insider Jeff Passan, who starts by discussing what he learned while visiting team camps. Team covered include the Rangers, A’s, Dodgers and Diamondbacks.

How hard will owners push for a salary cap during the next collective bargaining agreement negotiations?

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Jeff also breaks down the pair of Major League teams playing in minor league stadiums all year.

(26:56) After Jeff, we list our MLB Power Rankings from 1 through 10. Fire away with critiques!

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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Do you have a spare $1.7bil to buy the Twins? (Top) We hit the news about their asking price and how Joe Pohlad still wants to control the team.

(13:43) Why is Corbin Burnes not starting until game 5 of the season for Arizona?

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(17:31) Shohei Ohtani is throwing on a mound again. When will he pitch again in the Bigs?

(22:12) Ranger Suarez is starting the year on the IL for the Phillies.

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(24:44) Juan Soto hinted at expectations for his return to the Bronx this season.

(27:26) BetMGM futures today: let's dive into the AL Comeback Player of the Year odds.

(30:13) Trevor May reveals his 2025 predictions, including a World Series champ that isn't the Dodgers.

(37:12) Ryan Yarbrough got scooped up by the Yankees.

(39:56) The White Sox are promoting...breaking their curse?

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Ken Rosenthal discusses Red Sox #2 prospect Kristian Campbell making the Big League club. Boston's infield becomes clearer. (Top of Show)

(3:18) The Guardians made a couple moves over the weekend to fortify the team in a tight AL Central.

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(7:22) Finally the Blue Jays extend...Alejandro Kirk. Is there another extension in the works?

(9:54) Ken shares his 2025 season predictions in Inside Dish, including Most Improved Player, Most Improved Team, AL & NL Cy Young and AL & NL MVP. Let us know in the comments who you're picking!

(15:46) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including where A.J. Preller ranks among GMs, who under-25 to start a franchise with, and Nico Hoerner's status for Opening Day.

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Are the Pittsburgh Pirates really broke—or just broken? Dejan Kovacevic of DK Pittsburgh Sports drops the receipts on Pirates ownership and owner Bob Nutting’s puzzling decisions over the year.

Hosts: Kratz, Toddfather, Braun

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Lots of pre-Opening Day action to hit, including the Rockies once again making a head-scratching move. (2:00) How did Cleveland get Nolan Jones back?

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(9:14) The Guards also lock up their ace with a five-year extension.

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(16:17) Rays ace Shane McClanahan is out to start the year. Can the Rays survive?

(21:10) Mookie Betts is still dealing with a stomach issue that has caused significant weight loss. How concerning is this for the Dodgers?

(23:43) Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson and Padres pitcher Yu Darvish officially start the season on the IL.

(26:31) The Mariners cut Mitch Haniger—does this signal the end of the road for the veteran outfielder?

(29:14) Boston fans get some good news with prospect Kristian Campbell—how does he fit into Boston's plans this year?

(31:58) The Blue Jays finally extend their homegrown All-Star, but it’s not Vladimir Guerrero Jr.. Does the Alejandro Kirk extension make sense for either side?

(38:21) BETMGM Futures: Who are the best bets to win NL Comeback Player of the Year? FT breaks down the odds for Sandy Alcántara, Ronald Acuña Jr., Spencer Strider and more.

(41:10) Former Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías receives a lengthy suspension—does this mark the end of his MLB career?

(47:39) Justin Martinez lands an extension with Arizona. Great for both sides?

(50:29) The Orioles bring back a familiar face in veteran pitcher Kyle Gibson—what can he bring to Baltimore’s rotation this season?

(53:03) Finally, the FT Crew shares thoughts on the tragic passing of the son of Yankees icon Brett Gardner.

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How does Tarik Skubal plan to handle the follow-up to his Cy Young season? We sit down with the Tigers ace and then hang out with All-Star Riley Greene. Questions for anyone on FT or behind the scenes? DM FT us on IG.

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A boatload of topics to hit with FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal this weekend! How annoying is the same story every year with Pittsburgh? How good are the Braves? Did we learn anything from Mark Shapiro's comments about Vladdy? Much more here too!

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Reigning NL Cy Young winner reflects back on his magical year and looks ahead at what's on his mind in 2025. Will his workload be the same? Sale also tells us why he doesn’t like to shake off signs from his catcher.

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(16:51) Atlanta reliever Pierce Johnson looks back at the crazy end to the season for the Braves and then compares organizations he's been with, including one in Japan.

(32:35) Grant Holmes chats about his role, keys for him to thrive again this year, his journey to MLB and learning how to use a good slider with ATL.

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Luis Severino opens up about the differences between the Yankees and Mets and his mindset heading into a leading rotation role with the A’s. He also provides a fascinating look at the pitch tipping issues he was having in 2023.

(24:04) Rockies minor league reliever Jefry Yan joins the party to discuss his refreshing take on celebrating during the game.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo

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Twins #1 starter Pablo Lopez checks in about being on the trade block at times with the Twins, touches on his evolving repertoire, his desire to go deeper into games and his thoughts on the state of young Latin players in the game.

(14:01) Harrison Bader dives into his signing with the Twins, moving to the outfield corners, differences between the Yankees/Mets and his philosophy with the bat.

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(26:11) Willi Castro details his story from non-tendered by the Tigers to 2024 All-Star. We cover his super-utiity skills, hit-by-pitch magnet and a rough ending to last season for Minnesota.

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Royals leadoff man Jonathan India tells us why he was relieved to finally be traded and how he's become an OBP machine. What are the similarities and differences between new teammate Bobby Witt Jr. and former teammate Elly De La Cruz? What is India's plan defensively this year? A little outfield action?

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How did Alex Cora handle Rafael Devers after the Alex Bregman signing, and what will define his club's identity in 2025? The Red Sox manager gave us an all-access look at his club, including the moment he learned that they signed Bregman and also the trio of prospects on the way.

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(19:35) Boston reliever Brennan Bernardino has quietly become a key piece of Boston’s bullpen, but his journey to the majors was anything but easy. He opens up about bouncing between organizations, playing in Mexico, and whether there were hidden benefits to debuting in the big leagues at age 30. What adjustments is he making this spring, and which young Red Sox has caught his eye the most?

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Alex Verdugo signs a 1-year contract with the Braves on a prove-it deal. (Top of Show)

(9:45) The Reds lock up Jose Trevino. Is he about to prove the world wrong about catching baserunners?

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(20:43) Props to Garrett Stubbs for joining The Phillies Show after being optioned. We hear from Stubbs here.

(25:59) Ranking the top position players in baseball. How high should Bobby Witt Jr. be ranked? Is Elly De La Cruz in the NL MVP hunt?

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(41:50) No, Devin Williams wasn't tipping (we think?) in October. 9th inning of a must win: which big time closer gets the ball?

(45:45) Feel Good Friday for White Sox pitcher Shane Smith for making the big league club.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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2024 breakout slugger Lawrence Butler tells us about his plans to keep that momentum flowing into 2025. We dive into his recent extension and he delivers a bold prediction for this year in Sacramento.

(16:53) Veteran Brent Rooker brings hype in his own calculated way and lists some breakout candidates from his observations in camp.

Rook dishes some early feedback on the ABS challenge system.

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How is Ronald Acuna Jr. doing as he returns from a major knee injury? Manager Brian Snitker tells us about that recovery process and the fire performance by Spencer Strider in his first exhibition start back on the hill since elbow surgery. Snit also covers the Angels being “Braves West” and his rookie starting catcher getting the Opening Day nod.

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(17:41) Jurickson Profar tells us about how pumped he is to be with Atlanta, last year's Padres club having World Series title vibes and how he's been able to bloom late in his career.

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Ron Washington instituted a new cell phone policy in the Angels clubhouse, banning usage at lockers. (2:35) Thoughts?

(17:17) AJ just called both games in the Tokyo Series. He was iffy on Roki Sasaki's outing but Cam disagrees.

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(19:31) Tokyo series ratings were LIT.

(20:39) Vladdy Jr. speaks out on his value ahead of his free agency in 2025 and the Blue Jays team prez thinks they’ll get a deal done.

(26:11) Was there a reason for Orioles prospect Coby Mayo to walk back his comments about going to AAA again?

(29:04) Should the AL get more love for ending up with a World Series winner this year or do the BETMGM odds have it right?

(32:02) Jose Altuve is officially an outfielder now and the Astros unveiled new City Connect unis.

(34:53) Why are the Phillies suing an analytics company? 

(38:27) Goodbye Spring Training Tour!

Hosts: Cameron Maybin, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Los Angeles Dodgers sweep in the Tokyo Series, and discuss which National League team will challenge them this year. (Top of Show)

(4:10) The hosts debate the Houston Astros making Jose Altuve the team’s primary left fielder. 

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(9:01) Plus, the Philadelphia Phillies are suing an outside analytics company. 

The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if Cam Smith makes the Astros roster, how the Dodgers will manage their pitching depth, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Braves status, if the Lerners will now sell the Nationals and names to know to start at second base for the American Leagues in the All-Star game (with Altuve seemingly out of the running). 

(21:10) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Craig Kimbrel for the Braves. and covers Spencer Strider’s rehab going well.

Ken also dives into the Marlins sporting an embarrassingly low payroll and if they'll end up in trouble for it.

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Plus, what’s the league-wide buzz on Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki after his debut? Ken also elaborates on his story about execs calling out part of the recruiting process they didn't like.

Finally, Ken shares a fun connection between Max Scherzer and a current big leaguer’s mom.

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New Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman sits down with FT to talk about his transition from Houston to Boston and what excites him about joining an iconic franchise. How did his free agency unfold and which team was he close to signing with before the Red Sox made a late push? Bregman also shares his thoughts on his former teammate Jose Altuve moving to left field.

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(14:19) Red Sox reliever Liam Hendriks is back! He talks about his up and down spring and reveals which arm he considers the “X-factor” for Boston this season.

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Welcome Roki Sasaki to the Bigs! We start out with thoughts on his nervous debut but nasty stuff. FT also debates the Cubs’ lineup decisions with rookie Matt Shaw and vet Dansby Swanson.

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(7:59) Craig Kimbrel is back with the Braves—can Atlanta help him rediscover his peak form?

(10:18) What does the Patrick Corbin signing mean for the Rangers?

(12:26) Big L to start the year our game picks :(

(14:35) Orioles prospect Coby Mayo expressed frustration over being sent to Triple-A—does he have a point?

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(24:13) Jared Jones has elbow concerns. Should the Pirates be pressing the panic button already?

(25:31) Lance McCullers Jr. returned to a Big League mound for the first time since 2022. Will he be a sneaky X-factor for the Astros?

(26:30) Everyone can now shake Shohei Ohtani's hand!

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FT recaps the conclusion of the Tokyo Series with the Dodgers flexing their latest big addition, Roki Sasaki, in his MLB debut.

How dynamic is this LA offense and how ridiculous is Shohei Ohtani?

Also, are the Cubs OK?

Hosts: Kratz, Braun

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Royce Lewis is starting the season on the IL. We ask his manager about the injury and Rocco Baldelli runs us through other roster components.

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(17:50) New Minnesota 1st baseman Ty France talks about his much-needed reset, the impact of playing hurt last year, comments on Seattle's ballpark offense suck and calls out a defensive metric that might be punishing his position too much.

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Tigers skipper AJ Hinch previews the 2025 clubs with us, including a starting rotation he's quite excited about. Will pitching "chaos" eventually return for them?

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(19:15) Breakout slugger Kerry Carpenter tells us why he's vying for full-time at-bats this season, no platoons! How epic was his 2024? Also, we get Kerry's perspective on Jace Jung getting optioned and how he can quickly rise back up.

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The Dodgers take the first game of the Tokyo Series and MLB is winning out there too! (2:01) We break down the game and the biz.

(16:03) The Marlins were forced to cancel their practice squad scheme.

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(19:54) Tobias Myers is out to start the season.

(22:25) Predictions for Game 2!

(24:56) Execs are still crying about the Roki Sasaki recruiting process.

(34:48) Is Max Scherzer's thumb issue cause for concern?

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(37:32) Max Muncy checks in with FT from Tokyo and Trevor May highlights an underrated Taylor Ward.

(41:28) Will the ABS challenge system lead to a regular season ejection this season?

(44:04) Spencer Strider is back on a mound in a competitive game and he is still scary good.

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Instant reaction to the 1st game of the season in the books. Dodgers slugger Max Muncy joins us live from the dugout in Tokyo right after the Dodgers topped the Cubs. How wild is the scene in Japan? How nasty were both starting pitchers? How about that LA bullpen? Are the Cubs going to be OK?

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Starting pitcher Kumar Rocker discusses his nasty stuff and what he thinks his best pitch is. What is the impact of having a pitching lab at his disposal? How much would Kumar and Jack Leiter make in NIL deals?

(11:15) Fellow young starter Jack Leiter discusses a new pitch grip he's been working on and takes us inside the pressure of having a former MLB pitcher as his dad.

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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal reacts to the hysteria surrounding the superstar Dodgers in Japan ahead of the Tokyo series. 

(3:00) Royce Lewis injured his hamstring two weeks before domestic Opening Day, and Ken explains why the Twins need to get off to a good start.

(4:45) Pitching injuries continue to pile up. Ken weighs if the staggering teams will reach out to available free agent arms.

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(7:51) Inside Dish remembers the late John Feinstein. Ken shares a couple stories covering the ACC conference tournament.

(15:45) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including thoughts on Joey Gallo pitching, why the Yankees aren't using Gerrit Cole insurance dollars to supplement the roster and if the Red Sox will extend Garrett Crochet now.

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One more sleep! Let's hit a Tokyo Series preview at the top of the show.

(5:11) Did Rafael Devers really consider requesting that the Red Sox trade him?

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(9:48) The suspense is over, lol. Paul Skenes is the Opening Day starter for Pittsburgh!

(12:38) Fangraphs fantasy baseball expert Paul Sporer drops a his pitcher rankings list and gives us some position player names to draft.

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(26:05) Picks and prop bets for Game 1 of the season!

(28:14) Spring Training Tour sched and we'll be LIVE for postgame shows after Games 1 and 2 of the Tokyo Series!

(30:13) Joey Gallo is converting to pitcher?!

(31:52) Injuries Suck: We cover Royce Lewis going down and the Rangers losing some impact arms.

(37:04) Brandon Woodruff is back and the Rays really tried to stay at the Trop long-term?!

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Does any manager have it tougher than Mark Kotsay? He entered a rebuilding club and now will take them through Sacramento to eventually (maybe) get to Las Vegas. We ask the A's skipper about expectations  in Sacto and potential breakout candidates.

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(13:14) Athletics closer Mason Miller takes us through the new arms joining the roster to strengthen this emerging club.

Can Miller reach...107mph with his fastball?! Miller also tells us about the kick changeup hype and if he'll unleash it during the season.

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White Sox starting pitcher Davis Martin joins us fresh off a spring training outing! He details the sexy new kick changeup garnering all the buzz and.takes us back to last season where he used some humor to get through tough times.

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(15:45) As one of the longest-tenured White Sox players, first baseman Andrew Vaughn is embracing a bigger leadership role. He tells us about working with White Sox legends Jim Thome and Paul Konerko, plus his memories of playing in the postseason and making a key defensive play in Carlos Rodón’s no-hitter.

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Baseball America's JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun profile each top prospect in the AL West.

First up is Texas Rangers top prospect Kumar Rocker. The hosts debate how Rocker can complement his devastating breaking ball. (Top of show)

(9:09) The hosts discuss if Angels top prospect Caden Dana needs more minor league seasoning, and how close Christian Moore came to the team's top spot.

(18:49) Cam Smith was the big prize in the Kyle Tucker trade, and offensively he's already showing his upside with Houston in Spring Training.

(30:48) Mariners top prospect Colt Emerson reminds JJ & Geoff of some big names in baseball. Can he and Seattle's other top prospects reach the Bigs in time to gel with the team's dominant starting staff?

(42:26) Athletics #1 prospect Nick Kurtz could soon be mashing in the middle of an up and coming lineup. 

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Tobias Myers had a breakout season for Milwaukee in 2024. He tells us about how it all went right for him and what's next.

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(18:06) Mariners Gold Glove utility man Dylan Moore swings by to inform us of the different approach the M's plan to attack on offense this season.

(34:17) Do not miss this Gabriel Moreno conversation. The Diamondbacks catcher tells us about the shocking call when he got traded from the Blue Jays and how he found a home as a star catcher with Arizona.

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All-Star starter Zac Gallen tells us why it's time to play real games already!

(7:43) How nuts is this NL pennant race going to be?

(15:17) What was wrong with Corbin Carroll and how did he fix it?

(21:33) Then it's Diamondbacks reliever Kevin Ginkel talking about Arizona's bullpen plans.

(28:43) Is the D'Backs-Dodgers rivalry about to be wild?

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3x All-Star Daniel Murphy joins Mets'd Up to tell stories from the magical Mets World Series run in 2015, what it feels like to be 'locked in', departing the Mets, his thoughts on the 2025 team and much more!

(2:19) How it felt as a player when the Mets traded for Cespedes

(9:18) Immediate reaction to Chase Utley slide

(11:32) Being part of the 'Wilmer Flores' game

(18:32) Leaving the Mets after World Series

(25:14) Mets outlook for 2025

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Red Sox star Rafael Devers is now open to wherever the organization needs him in the lineup. Is DH the right move? (Top of show)

(14:47) Is the Rockies owner really asking for a salary cap and floor plus free money to pay for it all? 

(30:03) Is it the right call for Ronald Acuña Jr. to scale back his baserunning aggressiveness to preserve himself?

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(36:50) Luis Severino explains the differences between the Yankees and Mets that allowed him to break out last year. He also reveals the pitch tipping looks that were leading to trouble.

Hosts: Todd Frazier, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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2x Fall Classic MVP Corey Seager tells us about reuniting with old friend Joc Pederson this season and how the club will bounce off a World Series hangover last year.

(06:35) Rangers sophomore Wyatt Langford details what it was like for him to quickly transition from college star to the facing the best pitching on the planet in the Bigs last season.

Wyatt tells us about that viral moment with Angel Hernandez ripping him off on three straight pitches!

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Hosts: Erik Kratz, A.J. Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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New White Sox manager Will Venable joins FT to discuss his first spring training as a skipper. What message did he deliver in his first clubhouse speech and which players are standing out on the field?

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(11:10) Veteran starting pitcher Martín Pérez tells us why he’s optimistic about the White Sox in 2025, despite low external expectations. Pérez reflects on the veteran leadership that helped shape his career and how MLB needs to step up its game with international guidelines.

(22:02) White Sox catcher Korey Lee opens up about the team’s mindset as they look to bounce back from a historically awful 2024 season. He also pushes back against last season’s criticism that the White Sox were “flat” in May after a dominant pitching performance by the opposition.

Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo are live from Camelback Ranch to discuss Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being set on $500 million in present-day value. (Top of Show)

(7:29) The hosts debate why the New York Yankees are reluctant to sign free agent arms to backfill their decimated pitching staff. 

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(12:40) Ken and Alanna take your questions in a live Grillin’ Ken, including where the Rays go from here and a spring breakout player to watch.

(18:23) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week - a cap that really swung and missed.

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The Tampa Bay Rays have officially scrapped their St. Petersburg stadium plans—does this mean a sale or relocation is inevitable? Why have Florida-based teams struggled so much with attendance?

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(16:17) Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno tells FT about the shock when he was traded from Toronto and how he's been thriving since then.

(22:39) Did Rangers manager Bruce Bochy just hint at a possible “phantom IL” stint for Jacob deGrom at some point this year? His comments on FT made national headlines, but are people overreacting?

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(27:43) Could the A's shock the world and win the AL West? We discuss the value for BETMGM AL West odds.

(30:19) The Cardinals are the final team to sign a player to a Big League deal! Thoughts on the Phil Maton add in here.

Hosts: SB, AJ, EK

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Future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw joins FT to talk about his upcoming return to the mound with the Dodgers later this season.

(3:05) Clayton talks about the sacrifices made by Mookie Betts to win.

(6:36) Kershaw talks LA pitching.

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(8:46) The game is global.

(9:57) Doc Roberts extension news.

(13:25) Evan Phillips joins the show and tells us his rehab will hold him back from the Tokyo trip.

(16:18) How hard was it to be hurt for the World Series?

(24:58) How has pitching evolved over the year and is it good for the game?

Hosts: Erik Kratz, A.J. Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo, Scott Braun

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How much Jacob deGrom should we expect this season? We ask Rangers manager Bruce Bochy, who looks back at what went wrong last year and covers expectations for the 2025 club.

Bochy also dives into his former player, Buster Posey, becoming a front office executive.

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(15:17) Texas masher Jake Burger dives into the trade from Miami, taking on the full-time 1B job and hitting the most memorable homer of his life last week in a Spring Training contest.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, AJ Pierzynski, Scott Braun

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The Yankees are dealing with ramifications of losing Gerrit Cole for the season. (3:54) We react to their Opening Day conundrum and luxury tax avoidance.

(10:45) FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal details what he has learned about the gap between Vladdy Jr. and the Blue Jays. Ken also covers the comments from Brian Cashman about those darn luxury tax hardships and Ken tells us about his convo with Mo Vaughn, which included HGH admission.

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(24:14) The Dodgers will option new addition Hyeseong Kim to start the season. 

(26:48) Justin Verlander is thriving this spring. Bounceback year coming?

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(32:09) Props to this Spring Training tour!

(36:12) Lance McCullers Jr. is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to the bump next week.

Hosts: Pierzynski, Braun, Kratz

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Diamondbacks General Manager Mike Hazen swings by to cover an exciting offseason for his team, including the Corbin Burnes pursuit.

(7:21) How does Hazen feel about Christian Walker landing a big deal with Houston?

(11:54) How about those Dodgers?

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(13:58) Trey Mancini is in camp on a minor league deal and he explains why he's trying to keep the dream alive.

(18:21) Seasoned vets can still learn new baserunning tricks?

(23:24) Mancini's had some big moments.

Hosts: AJ, SB, EK

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World Series MVP Freddie Freeman doubles down on loving his decision to join the Dodgers and how his clubs's superstar selflessness stands out. Also, how about that walkoff grand slam?

Freddie details a wild Dodgers offseason, including what it was like to be at the Roki Sasaki recruiting dinner.

Then it's Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes covering Shohei’s unique rehab, the upcoming Tokyo Series and how the Dodgers won the offseason.

Hosts: Erik Kratz, A.J. Pierzynski, Alanna Rizzo, Scott Braun

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Dave Roberts got paid AND we discuss his comments on the FT Network last night. (top of show)

(14:43) The Sacramento A's sold uniform patches to...Las Vegas?

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(18:32) What do the Yankees do now that the Gerrit Cole TJ news is official?

(25:28) Christian Yelich looks back. How do the Brewers keep him on the field?

(28:11) Vinnie P, NFL insider?

(30:41) Trevor May sizes up the Jays contract battle versus Vladdy Jr.

(33:16) The line has moved of course against the Yankees doing as much damage this year.

Hosts: SB, AJ, EK

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