Foul Territory

It’s the first Monday of the offseason! Free agency is right around the corner, and so is the deadline to extend qualifying offers. (Top of Show)
(3:33) The Astros hired Randy Flores as their new GM. What does that mean for their managerial search?
(16:18) The Athletic released its Way-Too-Early 2027 MLB Power Rankings. Where does your team stand? Plus, we rank them ourselves…
(30:56) BetMGM shared its BEST landing spots for Tarik Skubal. Where could he end up?
(33:59) The Contemporary Baseball Era ballot is out. Who are the favorites? The Cubs also declined their option on Colin Rea and Emilio Pagán declined his 2027 mutual option with the Reds.
Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Fair Territory host Ken Rosenthal discusses the manager openings the Mariners, Astros, and Angels need to fill. (top of show)
(4:45) Ken clarifies this year’s posting process ahead of the lockout.
(8:56) Inside Dish digs into free-agent lessons from the 2022 lockout that could impact this year’s class.
(17:55) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including the Blue Jays’ fit with Seiya Suzuki, the Orioles’ biggest needs, the Yankees’ Sato interest, the Cubs’ SP needs, and the Mets’ pre-lockout aggressiveness.
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Foul Territory Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal looks back on the Brewers' World Series run and how their unconventional approach could influence the rest of baseball.
Ken examines a free agent market that features Freddy Peralta, Tarik Skubal, and Jazz Chisholm Jr., and how the looming lockout could speed up major signings.
(19:47) Brewers Territory co-host Corey Knebel celebrates Milwaukee’s World Series title and explains why he turned down an invitation to the parade.
Knebel gets emotional about former teammate Brandon Woodruff hoisting the trophy at Lambeau Field after years of injuries. Plus, why the Brewers are built to contend for years to come and a potential Freddy Peralta return?
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Dirt From The Dugout hosts Karl Ravech and Justin Musil chat with 1995 World Series champion Ryan Klesko. Ryan opens up about his path to the big leagues, why he believes in playing multiple positions and sports growing up, and how shrinking college rosters have changed what it takes for high schoolers to look “college-ready.”
Plus, Ravvy and Justin talk Brewers-Rays, break down William Contreras’ standout defense, and preview next week’s episode with A.J. Hinch.
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(16:52) North Side Territory host Sahadev Sharma examines how the Cubs differ from the Brewers, fresh off Milwaukee's championship.
Sharma looks ahead to the Cubs free agent class. Who stays and who goes? Plus, who needs to step up next season, and what should the focus be this offseason?
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