Foul Territory

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets announcing publicly that they are backing manager Carlos Mendoza. Could a change still happen if they continue to struggle?
(7:22) Ken also breaks down his article on how the Cubs are scoring more by swinging less. And we ask him if the A’s can sustain this pace, and what’s working well for the Cardinals.
(18:35) Let’s go over some MLB players who needed second jobs to make ends meet in order to make the big leagues. Kratz has his own personal stories.
Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun
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What is the appropriate age for coaches to assist with stealing signs? (top of show)
(5:33) The Mets are backing manager Carlos Mendoza despite their 10-21 start.
(20:25) What does the FT Crew expect to happen in the month of May?
(30:33) Are the Tigers going to be okay? They're down quite a few starting pitchers.
(33:29) The Brewers placed Brandon Woodruff on the IL with shoulder inflammation.
(37:53) Kratz is a high school baseball coach if you didn’t know. PS: Do not mess with him.
Hosts: Frazier, Kratz, Braun
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Former MLB GM Jim Bowden had a strong reaction to the firings of Alex Cora and Rob Thomson. He also presented a case for Carlos Mendoza to keep his job, and addressed Craig Breslow's uncertain future.
(16:55) Jim hands out April Awards in MLB.
(25:24) The Blue Jays are starting to heat up. Former Blue Jays starting pitcher and Blue Bird Territory co-host Ricky Romero joins FT to recap Trey Yesavage's 2026 debut, what's changed for the team, and how José Berríos will return following his departure during last year's playoff run
Host: Pierzynski, Kratz, Rizzo
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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the crumbling Mets: now 10-20 with injuries mounting. (Top of show)
(3:40) The hosts dissect other injuries to key pitchers, including Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, Cubs pitcher Justin Steele and Orioles starter Trevor Rogers.
(9:00) Ken and Alanna reflect on the Marlins winning 2 of 3 over the Dodgers in LA.
(11:24) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if the A's could part with Lawrence Butler, should the D'backs bring up Ryan Waldschmidt, and if the Rangers need a coaching staff shakeup.
(18:09) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.
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Let’s pick our own April Awards: Biggest surprises and disappointments, Best moments, and Players, Pitchers, and Rookies of the month. Plus, AJ dropped some predictions for May. (top of show)
(14:16) Phillies closer Jhoan Duran is throwing a bullpen session for the first time since his injury as he recovers from an oblique strain.
(17:07) The White Sox have finished April with a 13-13 record. It’s their first month finishing at .500 or above since June 2023.
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(18:59) Mike Trout is turning back the clock this year. Will his bounce-back season result in teams wanting to trade for him?
(21:33) Twins starting pitching has been lights out this season. Their bullpen, on the other hand, has been messy.
(24:58) The Braves continue to play elite baseball.
(27:19) Mets center fielder Luis Robert Jr. heads to the IL…again.
Hosts: Pierzynski, Kratz, Rizzo
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