Trade Predictions + Former Mets HC Eric Chavez unveils what’s wrong

Former Mets hitting coach Eric Chavez unveils what is going on behind the scenes in the recent team turmoil and Carlos Mendoza taking the fall for a questionably constructed team. He also talks about whether or not the Mets have the pieces to make a run and Juan Soto’s tough transition in Queens. …

All-Star finalist decisions + Sam Blum on the Angels firing Perry Minasian & hiring John Mozeliak

Sam Blum from The Athletic breaks down the surprise of Perry Minasian's firing and what it means for the Angels. He also weighs in on John Mozeliak's resume and what the longtime Cardinals executive brings to an interim role. Is this move a sign that LAA ownership is finally ready to do things diff…

Red Sox smash Yanks, 105.5 The Miz, Caminero dingers, Langford IL’d

The D'backs broadcast made a jab at Max Kepler for his PED suspension. Also, which FT superhero are you? (top of show) (4:54) The Red Sox swept the Yankees in Fenway Park this weekend and Sonny Gray made his hatred for them known. Was Jazz Chisholm Jr. right for arguing the checked swing call that…

Fair Territory: Angels GM shuffle, Trade Deadline needs for AL WC contenders, Phillies & Rays surge

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal dishes on the Angels firing GM Perry Minasian and bringing in former Cardinals executive John Mozeliak. (top of show) (4:40) The Phillies have closed the gap in the NL East to 3 games behind the Braves. (8:33) The Rays sweep paired with the Yankees losing all 4 gam…

4x World Series champ Jeff Nelson joins Karl Ravech on DFTD

Jeff Nelson joined Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on Dirt From The Dugout to share what pitchers should focus on other than velocity, favorite memories from the '95 Mariners and four rings with the Yankees, plus some of the intangibles that make today's All-Star pitchers so great. Go to https://Quin…

Kent Mercker on Tim Kurkjian’s “Is This A Great Game, Or What?”

Kent Mercker joined Tim Kurkjian's Is This A Great Game, Or What? earlier this week. Mercker is a former MLB pitcher who spent 18 seasons in the big leagues and shared clubhouses with 17 Hall of Famers throughout his remarkable career.  Tim and Jeff Kurkjian dove into his experiences with Greg Mad…

Dissecting an MLB player poll on teams that treat players best/worst + D’backs closer Paul Sewald joins

MLB players answered a poll of which teams they want to play for, and the teams they would run from. The FT crew takes us inside how much a topic like this can impact winning recruiting and winning games. (12:15) Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald joined FT to discuss reaching 100 career saves and ho…

Rays reliever Craig Kimbrel joins

Veteran saves machine Craig Kimbrel joined the show and discussed what it's like playing in Tampa Bay vs other organizations. He also spoke on being DFA'd by the Mets and his scariest moment in the bullpen. Hosts: Braun, Kratz If you're a Babe Ruth League player, coach, or parent, you can win exc…

Q&A w/MLBPA Interim Exec Director Bruce Meyer: Inside the proposals

MLBPA Interim Executive Director Bruce Meyer answered questions on FT about the proposals being exchanged for the next labor deal. Tons of topics covered here, including the salary cap battle, contract limits, draft changes, gambling props, and teams profiting more than they claim. Hosts: Todd Fra…

Ken Rosenthal's reaction to Mets firing Mendy, AJ meets Pope Leo XIV + Jays trade ideas + Reds checkup

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…