Judge beats Cal, Shohei racks another MVP, Logan Webb on SF SP, Helsley’s FA thoughts, Other Awards
KP got his shoulder fixed, sparking a conversation on playing through injuries. (2:43) Aaron Judge won AL MVP. We react to his win over Cal Raleigh. (11:04) Shohei Ohtani was the unanimous NL MVP! Will fans take for granted Shohei’s greatness after 3 straight MVP awards? (16:42) Brewers POBO Matt Arnold won Executive of the Year. (17:46) Aroldis Chapman and Edwin Diaz won AL and NL Reliever of the Year, respectively. (19:56) Byron Buxton missed a bonus after finishing two points shy of 10th place in AL MVP voting. (22:34) Derrick Goold’s NL MVP ballot sparked Twitter trolls. (25:13) San Francisco is prioritizing pitching depth this offseason, so we predict its rotation for next year. Plus, is bringing back Bruce Bochy a good move? (31:06) Ryan Helsley wants to return to St. Louis, but we explore if that will happen. Hosts: Tricia Whitaker, Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fair Territory: AL MVP - Judge or Raleigh? Ken's NL Cy Young ballot, FA STUD closers
Ken Rosenthal starts the show with news that the Padres are exploring a sale. (Top of show). (1:47) He also unpacks his NL Cy Young ballot following Paul Skenes’ unanimous win. (4:31) Fans can celebrate both New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh. Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase) (8:30) Ken applauds Shohei Ohtani for his 4th MVP award in 5 seasons! (9:06) Ken also explores the stud closer free agent market this offseason. (11:59) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Buxton's possible fit in Atlanta, factoring in ballpark adjustments with voting, a Dodgers package to land Paul Skenes, the relief trade market & big market teams approaching a salary cap. (19:47) Ken crowns his Dude & Dork of the Week. (25:07) A closer look at how Paul DePodesta intends to lead the Rockies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cotillo’s GM Meetings Red Sox report + Baseball’s biggest partiers
MassLive.com Red Sox beat writer Chris Cotillo joins FT from the GM meetings in Las Vegas to talk all things Red Sox. (17:38) Big Papi likes to party. AJ and Kratz spill stories of the biggest MLB partiers. (20:13) Scott Boras made it clear: the Japanese baseball market LOVES the Dodgers. (22:22) For some cross-sport chatter…the New York Rangers are taking Chaim Bloom's wise words and running with them. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Heidi Watney Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Settling AL MVP, Seidler family selling Pads? Paul Skenes wins Cy
Welcome guest host Heidi Watney! And AJ is at Michael Jordan’s golf course. (2:52) MVP talk is here and it's really all about AL MVP. Check out square.com/go/FOUL and go support your favorite neighborhood spot to see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. (11:19) Is the Seidler family selling the Padres? (20:18) Paul Skenes wins NL Cy Young unanimously! Kratz wants to see him win a World Series with the Pirates, while AJ just wants to see him smile with joy. (36:37) BETMGM gives us NL MVP odds from the start of the season. Regardless, Shohei is winning...right? (39:08) The Reds claimed Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Dodgers. AJ wants to know where the heck he is going to play. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Heidi Watney Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Skip Schumaker: Rangers offensive identity, Manager interview process
New Rangers manager Skip Schumaker hopped on FT and discussed his new role. He talked about finding the team's offensive identity, how to develop a strong clubhouse environment, what's the plan for Evan Carter, and why the managerial hiring process is so long and drawn out. Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Kyle GlaserSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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