Foul Territory

Buster Posey went from Giants icon to the man running the whole franchise, and his second act in San Francisco has hit a critical point. The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli joined FT for an in-depth view of Posey's unprecedented transition from player to power broker, and the scrutiny around his biggest calls. Ghiroli also reveals just how much control Posey actually holds over the organization, and why the walls are closing in.
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(22:32) On the latest episode of Fair Territory, Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the recent surges from the Padres and the Rays, discuss Bryce Harper feeling like he's back in a Spring Training game with his move to right field, and dig into what's gone wrong for the Boston Red Sox this week.
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A players-only episode of FT today! Hunter Greene is officially out for the rest of this year and all of next season after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery. (top of show)
(03:47) The Padres swept the Brewers and are making a legit run at a Wild Card. Is this the real version of the Padres we've been waiting for all season? Plus, any concern for the Brewers right now?
(13:44) Have a night, Trent Grisham! The Mariners dropped Wednesday's matchup in the Bronx.
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(15:25) Alex Bregman posted his first career three-homer game. He has been on FIRE!
(17:55) Are the Blue Jays better after the trade deadline? José Soriano has been making a nice first impression, but what’s going on with Vladdy?
(27:24) Luis Castillo delivered a fantastic start in his White Sox home debut.
(29:24) Paul Skenes has been taking heat online for his bod. It's not it though.
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(33:59) The Cardinals listened to the people and brought back their navy blue caps.
(35:35) The Field of Dreams is back and we have thoughts.
(46:28) Tyler Mahle has been rolling since coming over to the Braves.
(48:56) LA fans can breathe as Freddie Freeman is OK after tumbling into the dugout trying to catch a pop-up.
(50:55) Tigers All-Star Riley Greene has been placed on the IL with a right hamstring strain. How does this affect Detroit as they push for a playoff spot? Plus, Davis Martin was ejected today after throwing at Sal Stewart. Also, did the Phillies hit their stride too soon?
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What's with this monster $2.6 billion private equity investment for the Yankees? Evan Drellich of The Athletic spills all the details, including how private equity ownership stakes are increasing in baseball.
(18:12) Pinstripe Territory host Derek Levandowski has the postgame word on Wednesday night's Mariners-Yankees Wednesday night battle that went New York's way.
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FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal checks in with word on how the Padres sale process will impact the sport and why the Angels decided now was the time to fire some pitching coaches. Ken also weighs in on Cal Raleigh shouldering the blame for Seattle's struggles and why the Rays are rolling.
(19:01) Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times evaluates whether the season is over for the Mariners and who, if anyone, is to blame. We also ask him if Cal Raleigh and other M's are suffering from a 2025 hangover effect.
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The White Sox honored Pope Leo XIV with their giveaway. (Top of show) It looked like a vibe.
(7:50) The Cubs have reached 70 wins. How dangerous are they heading into October?
(16:52) John Mozeliak explained the reason for firing the Angels' pitching coaches.
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(18:25) The Rays are on a nice lil win streak.
(19:52) Nick Kurtz is unlikely to make it back this season, which sucks for the sport.
(21:25) Blake Snell returned with an electric outing.
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(26:47) Something isn't right with Paul Skenes.
(31:59) The Red Sox went from red-hot to dropping four straight. Concerned?
(35:56) What's behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles at the plate this season?
(38:36) Alex Cora is open to managing next season. Where could we see him land?
(45:52) The Nationals DFA'd Miles Mikolas. Is this it for him?
(48:30) Paul Sewald was picked up by the Blue Jays.
(51:09) Kevin Pillar describes being on top of the CN Tower!
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