Episodes

  • Ken Rosenthal on latest extensions, ABS + Jim Bowden talks rookies, Yankees reported Paul Skenes offer
    Apr 1 2026

    FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal hits the contract extensions for Colt Emerson and Cooper Pratt before wondering which young player/prospect will sign a deal next. We also asked him about Gunnar Henderson extension thoughts, ABS entertainment value and opening week overreactions.

    (17:51) FT Resident GM Jim Bowden also shared his thoughts about the latest extensions and what that means for Konnor Griffin’s market. The GM Territory host spoke on which rookies have impressed so far, why the Pirates should have taken the reported deal from the Yankees for Paul Skenes, and Tony Vitello’s Giants' tenure so far.

    Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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    36 mins
  • Colt Emerson & Cooper Pratt extension szn, ABS 2D v. 3D, Cody Ponce’s injury, Boston missing firepower?
    Mar 31 2026

    AJ is back from his Atlanta trip and tells us what he saw from the Braves and Royals.

    (01:35) Colt Emerson is the latest player to sign an extension without having played in the big leagues yet. We also cover the Brewers extending prospect Cooper Pratt.

    (15:30) AJ says ABS should have a 3D strike zone vs. the current 2D look. Should it?

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    (17:14) MLB rule changes are a win.

    (19:16) Is it too early to be concerned about the Red Sox? Also, pitching shined on Monday night.

    (32:35) Cody Ponce’s injury is tough.

    (35:11) JD Martinez is back in baseball with a new role.

    Hosts: AJ, EK, SB

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    38 mins
  • Pads closer Mason Miller joins FT
    Mar 31 2026

    He has a FIRE new entrance song this year. Padres closer Mason Miller joins FT to explain the story behind it. He also shares his thoughts on the ABS challenge system from a pitcher’s perspective and reflects on his feelings about the WBC.

    Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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    21 mins
  • Katie Woo’s Dodgers update & Curt Hogg’s Brewers report
    Mar 31 2026

    Was the Edwin Diaz entrance music well received? We ask The Athletic reporter and Dodgers Territory co-host Katie Woo, who hits key takeaways on the start to the season in LA. She also breaks down how Roki Sasaki can improve, why Will Smith is a clutch monster, and Kyle Tucker’s first impressions in Dodger blue.

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    (15:52) Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter and Brewer Territory co-host Curt Hogg joins FT to recap a dominant start to the season for the Brewers. He also updates us on injuries to Andrew Vaughn and Jackson Chourio.

    Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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    34 mins
  • ABS Challenges are GOLD, Rookies SHINE, Tony Vitello’s quotes, Bo booed, Shane Baz extended
    Mar 30 2026

    The ABS Challenge System exposed CB Bucknor on Opening Weekend. We get deep on all of the beautiful ABS viral chaos. (top of show)

    (16:41) Yankees third base coach Luis Rojas made sure to stay away from the box when Giancarlo Stanton came up to bat.

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    (20:05) Should we be concerned with Royals closer Carlos Estévez losing a lot of velo?

    (21:40) Rookies have been absolutely tearing it up in the big leagues in week one.

    (33:09) After getting swept by the Yankees, is Giants manager Tony Vitello already being thrown under the bus?

    (40:32) Bo Bichette has had a slow start with his new team. What was his response after hearing the “boo birds” in Queens?

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    (44:14) Who are the youngest and oldest teams in MLB?

    (46:10) The Orioles extended newly acquired pitcher Shane Baz to a long-term deal. Plus, is anyone going to accuse the Cubs of ruining baseball after spending money this winter?

    (49:54) This is why we love baseball: Dom Smith hit a walk-off grand slam just thirteen days after losing his mother to cancer. An emotional moment.

    Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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    52 mins
  • Fair Territory: Rookies sizzle, Viral ABS, Yankees & Blue Jays sweep
    Mar 30 2026

    Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal has observations following the first weekend of baseball in 2026. The Yankees and Blue Jays are both hot out of the gates thanks to dominant pitching. (top of show)

    (3:16) The kids are alright: Chase DeLauter, JJ Wetherholt, Owen Caissie and Munetaka Murakami all have weekends to remember.

    (6:28) Plus, why the Pirates might have an Oneil Cruz problem in center field.

    (8:43) Inside Dish unpacks the ABS’ successful first weekend that adds another layer to on-field scrutiny.

    (16:50) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including possible overreaction to Andrew McCutchen in Texas, Phillies lineup, if ABS will eventually go to 3 challenges, if Murakami is better than we thought and if Ken is worried about Bo Bichette.

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    25 mins
  • Pitching Ninja joins FT
    Mar 30 2026

    Pitching Ninja creator Rob Friedman breaks down the topics in his new book Unhittable. He also discusses whether players could someday throw 107–108 mph, shares his pitching awards for the season, explains what Roki Sasaki needs to improve on, and outlines his criteria for what makes an ace.

    Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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    19 mins
  • Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman & Tony Gwynn Jr. join Friar Territory for a Padres Season Outlook
    Mar 29 2026

    Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman joins Friar Territory to discuss the team's rotation, the lights-out bullpen, new manager Craig Stammen, a fresh start for Walker Buehler and how much German Marquez will benefit pitching away from Coors Field.

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    (22:54) Friar Territory then welcomes in Tony Gwynn Jr. to discuss the grind of Spring Training games, what stands out most about the Padres lineup, and why he expects a much better offense.

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    42 mins