Foul Territory

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets firing Carlos Mendoza and explains why he believes POBO David Stearns faces the biggest questions moving forward.
Ken breaks down how New York's flawed roster construction led to this point, what the Mets should look for in their next manager, and shares the story behind A.J. Pierzynski's memorable meeting with Pope Leo XIV.
(18:17) Kevin Pillar maps out the realistic and ideal trade deadline for the Blue Jays
(28:52) Riverfront Territory host C. Trent Rosecrans hopped on FT for a little Reds talk. He breaks down their season up to this point and who they should target at the trade deadline.
Hosts: Todd Frazier, Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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The Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza, with Andy Green taking over as interim. Was Mendoza really to blame? (top Of Show) And are Albert Pujols or Alex Cora in play to be the next manager in 2027?
(19:17) Ian Seymour carried a no-hit bid for the Rays while Junior Caminero went off for three home runs.
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(22:59) Ernie Clement and Shohei Ohtani are All-Star Game starters!
(24:31) Yankees-Red Sox talk here.
(26:27) Watch out, Atlanta…the Phillies are coming in hot for the NL East. The Padres also made a big statement this week.
Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Former manager Joe Maddon joined the FT crew to talk about teams that lose in the World Series and how that hangover can be a challenge. Also, what is the manager’s role when it comes to the trade deadline?
Maddon shared his thoughts on Dalton Rushing's bad day with Ohtani, the Rafael Devers tantrum, and why pitching staffs are a lot different from when he first was managing.
Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Tyler Kepner of The Athletic joined FT to talk about his latest article on the Mets (and the Cubs to an extent) wanting to mimic the Milwaukee mojo, and why it hasn’t worked out for them yet. He also talked about some differences between smaller and bigger markets, why the playoffs can be an equalizer, and how David Stearns has done with the Mets so far.
Hosts: Kevin Pillar, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Fair Territory hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the Mets' continued collapse, what their recent moves signal ahead of the trade deadline, and why bigger changes may not be coming despite another disappointing season. (top of show)
(7:30) Ken explains why several front office leaders around baseball could find themselves on the hot seat after the deadline, including David Stearns, Craig Breslow, Dana Brown, Mike Elias, Perry Minasian, Ben Cherington, Buster Posey, and A.J. Preller.
(11:20) Grillin' Ken fields questions on how the Cardinals' front office changes will shape their trade deadline approach, how they can sell a seller strategy to fans while still sitting in a playoff spot, whether the Braves can rebound and make an early move to fortify their roster, and how the looming CBA and potential lockout could affect this year's deadline.
(19:31) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Plus, more on the Rafael Devers and Giants drama.
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