Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

Ken Rosenthal dishes on Ryan Pressly waiving his no-trade clause to the Cubs and opening the door for an Alex Bregman-Astros reunion. (Top of show) (4:25) An unnamed baseball executive pointed out the Dodgers defense could be their Achilles heel. (6:08) Paul Skenes has his sights set on the Cy Young. Skenes told us Saturday how an LSU analyst found something that could help him reach even greater...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo weigh in on Roki Sasaki signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers. (Top Of Show) (5:07) The hosts react to the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame Class and discuss non-Hall of Famers with similar resumes.   (20:51) Ken and Alanna also answer your live Grillin' Ken questions, and crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week. Fan q's include how LA dishing out deferral deals might shape t...

Ken Rosenthal unpacks the Dodgers continued spending spree and weighs the star power loading up their roster. (top of show) (4:49) A quick look at the latest Hall of Fame tracker information before the 2025 elected class is announced. (8:58) Inside Dish explores the billion dollar question right now: Is this Dodgers super team good or bad for baseball? (21:14) Grillin' Ken answers your questions,...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo remember Bob Uecker following the Milwaukee Brewers iconic broadcaster passing away. (Top of show) (2:39) Pete Alonso's market is heating up. Ken has the latest on the free agent first baseman's possible destination. (4:53) The hosts weigh Roki Sasaki's looming decision between the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres & Toronto Blue Jays.  (11:57) Ken and Alanna ans...

Ken Rosenthal expands on his reporting that Roki Sasaki had an in-person meeting with the Toronto Blue Jays. Will the silver medalists for Shohei Ohtani strike gold? (start of show) (3:35) Quotes from Fenway Fest in Boston indicate Alex Cora wants Alex Bregman as his second baseman. Will the "incomplete" Red Sox add to their club? (6:42) Ken argues that it's time for free agents seeking long-term...

Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun discuss Nolan Arenado’s trade aspirations and debate which teams could deal for the aging St. Louis Cardinals third baseman. (0:53) (7:40) Plus, the big names expecting large deals on the last arbitration negotiation day. (11:28) The gap between divisions that spend and divisions that don't is widening. (14:45) Ken answers your questions in a live Grillin’ Ken, includ...

Ken Rosenthal explains why the Atlanta Braves have yet to act in free agency. (0:55) (4:36) Speaking of tepid, the Orioles opted for quantity over quality starting pitchers. There is still time for Mike Elias to acquire an ace. (7:12) The Dodgers have a number of middle infield options, including newly signed utility man Hyeseong Kim. Ken unpacks how the infield roster may look come Opening Day. G...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks signing Corbin Burnes to a 6-year deal. Where are the snakes in the NL West pecking order? (Top of show) (07:32) Roki Sasaki considers his MLB move following meeting with teams.  (10:19) Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso headline free agents still available. Which contenders need a splash, and which teams have disappointed thus far in free...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo share their Top 5 moments of 2024 - and separately chose the same moment as #1! (Top of show) (11:22) The hosts crown their Dudes of the Year (from the same team) and their John Fisher Dorks of the Year. (19:35) Ken and Alanna look ahead to 2025 with one storyline they're eyeing in the new year. WATCH FT on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got action! Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets & Phillies adding lefties Sean Manaea and Jesús Luzardo to their rotations. Who has the best rotation in baseball right now? (Top of show) (3:53) The Texas Rangers and Cleveland Guardians had active weekends wheeling and dealing. (7:46) The Boston Red Sox suddenly have a rebuilt rotation with Walker Buehler added to the mix. (9:12) Inside Dish rem...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the latest reporting that St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is unwilling to waive his no-trade clause to go to the Houston Astros. (top of show) (10:18) Plus, where the New York Yankees will turn next with Cody Bellinger in the fold.  (7:02) The New York Mets are embrace quantity to rebuild their rotation, but is it the right move?  Go to https...

Ken Rosenthal discusses why the Kyle Tucker deal was a trade that Cubs POBO Jed Hoyer needed to make. (start of show) (4:47) A look at the starting pitching market, including why Corbin Burnes is still out there and where Jack Flaherty could land. (8:24) The Athletics are dealing! More on the 5-player trade with the Rays, which landed them Jeffrey Springs. (10:36) Inside Dish unpacks how Ken cover...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the trade market for Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (top of show) (5:00) Corbin Burnes is the last ace standing in free agency. Ken explains why Burnes may be leaning towards a West Coast team. (9:30) Plus, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees aren’t done adding after acquiring star left-handed pitchers Garrett Crochet and Max Fried. Where are the AL East f...

Ken Rosenthal reacts to Juan Soto agreeing to a record-setting deal with the New York Mets. Ken breaks down the monster deal and shares how the New York Yankees must move forward without the superstar outfielder. (top of show) (14:52) Inside Dish breaks down the other Soto suitors left out in the cold: the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. Where do they go from here? (23:1...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss where the Juan Soto sweepstakes is at and the signs a decision is nearing. (0:37) (6:44) The hosts dish on a potential Dodgers reunion with Home Run Derby champ Teoscar Hernández. Are they already pivoting from the Soto sweepstakes? (8:37) Ken shares his latest article on Lance Lynn slimming down in hopes of eating innings for a new team in 2024. (11:27) Gril...

Ken Rosenthal points to Scott Boras moving quickly this off-season. He also analyzes the pitching outlooks the for the Mets & Cubs following their reported deals with Frankie Montas & Matthew Boyd. (0:39) (4:51) Everyone is waiting on Juan Soto. Ken predicts which players (and teams) who will see action once someone reels in the biggest fish. (8:40) Inside Dish recalls past crazy Winter Meetings i...

Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo unpack the growing divide existing between baseball's "haves & have-nots" following Blake Snell's Dodgers deal. They kick around the ramifications for next year's CBA and question if a new TV deal and influx of revenue would urge any skimping owners to spend. (0:55) (9:21) Alanna & Ken answer your Grillin' Ken questions, including Hal Steinbrenner's Yankees legacy, the...

Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Los Angeles Angels signing Yusei Kikuchi to a 3-year deal. LA continues their active offseason. (0:23) (4:48) The Atlanta Braves are shedding payroll and looking for outfield help before Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider return midseason. (7:52) Inside Dish explores the Boston Red Sox roster reshuffle this offseason, and how Rafael Devers could shift across the diamo...

Ken Rosenthal & Scott Braun discuss  Blake Snell meeting with clubs. Could the Red Sox finally get their lefty? (0:37) (5:50) Japanese star Roki Sasaki’s agent was not pleased with execs thinking he's got a done deal already. (11:17) Ken and Scott also preview tonight’s MVP announcements and debate if Yankees superstar Aaron Judge & Dodgers unicorm Shohei Ohtani will both earn unanimous MVP awards...

Ken Rosenthal argues the Blue Jays & Red Sox pursuing Juan Soto doesn't make sense for them. (0:49) (4:31) While the Orioles moving in the left field fence is a good start to their offseason, Ken counters that landing an ace should be in the cards. (7:02) Ken explains why the Reds & Royals feel like natural trade partners. Visit MINTMOBILE.com/Territory where all 3-month plans are only $15 a month...

Alanna Rizzo welcomes the Athletic's Katie Woo to discuss the Rays intention to play at Steinbrenner Field in 2025. (0:35) (2:19) The Cardinals have a new philosophy in 2025 - just don't call it tanking! (10:20) Woo gives an update on the free agency market. Could we see any moves before Soto signs? (11:35) Alanna & Katie also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week. Go to StoryWorth.com/FOUL and sa...

Alanna Rizzo welcomes MLB.com contributing writer Kyle Glaser to break down Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki’s MLB future.  Glaser speaks on what should we know about the prospect and who are the favorites to land the budding superstar? (0:47) (6:16) Alanna & Kyle also discuss Yu Darvish's presence in both Sasaki's development and the Padres pursuit.  Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/FREEFT . Applie...

Alanna Rizzo and The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli discuss the Dodgers moving Mookie Betts back to the infield. How will LA piece together the outfield? (0:42) (4:28) Plus, the Willson Contreras catching experience is seemingly over in St. Louis. (9:06) The hosts compare Juan Soto’s free agency to free agency for Harper and Machado. 26 year-old superstars get PAID on the open market. (14:03) Grillin' B...

Ken Rosenthal unpacks his Top 5 offseason storylines, including Scott Boras' laundry list of key free agents, Roki Sasaki's MLB landing spot, which teams are affected by media rights reductions and where Pete Alonso and Juan Soto will end up. (0:34) (10:13) Inside Dish explores what will take place at this week's GM meetings. Ken recalls key deals consummated after talks started at the GM meetings...

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo put a bow on the Dodgers winning the World Series. Ken explains why the sport, as evidenced by the Fall Classic, is worse off because of what's being valued. (1:09) (8:00) The offseason churn begins! Ken & Alanna are befuddled by the Jorge Soler fit with the Angels and react to the San Francisco Giants reportedly finding their general manager.  (14:26) Grillin’ Ken q...