Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

Ken Rosenthal reviews the key storylines following the Dodgers taking the first two World Series games. (0:40) (2:18) Ken argues why the Yankees shouldn't panic with Aaron Judge's struggles, and shares the team's expectation that the presumptuous AL MVP will flip the switch. (4:46) Ken also updates us on Shohei Ohtani's injured left shoulder and his game 3 prognosis. (8:39) Inside Dish reviews Ken...

World Series is in 1 more sleep! Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun talk about the matchup from the legacy perspective. Ohtani, Judge, Stanton. Which star has the most to gain in this series? (0:45) (9:09) More rule changes on the horizon in baseball? (14:09) Grillin’ Ken answers your LIVE questions, including lineup expectations, offseason trades, and MLB’s dream matchup.  (27:09) Ken also crowns his...

Ken Rosenthal drops his preview of the heavyweight Yankees-Dodgers World Series! Ken doesn't forget to give the Mets and Guardians their flowers as well. Besides the players, Ken explains why the Guardians and Mets have a hopeful future with who they have running their team.  This week's Inside Dish spotlights Shohei Ohtani finally making it to the ultimate stage. Ken shares Ohtani's quote to him...

Walker Buehler shines in Game 3. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss playoff Kiké Hernández powering LA to victory. (1:34) (4:33) The ALCS shifts to Cleveland. How can Guardians manager Stephen Vogt navigate the Yanks offense? (11:35) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions on Jerry Reinsdorf potentially selling the White Sox, the path for the Yanks, Triston Casas, the future for the Rays and Ohtani...

It's LCS time and Ken Rosenthal drops analysis on all teams involved.  Will the Mets have a little more trouble with their pitching than the Padres had? The Guardians have been resilient, but Ken questions how Cleveland will grab early leads. Inside Dish spotlights managing in the postseason and Ken's recent article on Dave Roberts running LA's dugout.   Grillin' Ken includes questions about Walke...

The scorching Mets and Tigers continue their success. Are they still considered underdogs? (2:25) The Phillies flopped in New York. What went wrong against the Mets? Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com (5:30) Look at the Dodgers staying alive in San Diego. Who will start game 5 for LA? How can they slow down the Padres offense? (11:47) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questio...

Ken Rosenthal unpacks the four teams facing the most pressure with each Division Series tied 1-1. The Dodgers billion dollar offseason doesn't automatically make them #1 (0:52). (9:00) Inside Dish spotlights Manny Machado: the Padres leader and the Dodgers villain. Ken talks about how he described Machado's leadership on Sunday's FOX broadcast, and how Manny's career arc contextualizes the latest...

A little look at the Mets-Brewers Game 3 bash coming up! First, Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo go over some teams that were bounced and the players they might lose. Alex Bregman gone from Houston? Max Fried moving on from the Braves? Are the Orioles about to lose two of their top three players? About the Yankees...is there now no excuse for a World Series run with the Astros done? Grillin’ Ken ans...

Is this Mets-Braves doubleheader a hot mess? Ken Rosenthal covers the botched weather calls and previews the Wild Card Series matchups set in stone. (9:09) Ken shares his top five favorite postseason moments of all time. The Foul Territory Network has the postseason covered! Subscribe to Hammer Territory , Dodgers Territory , Mets'd Up and the rest of the FT Network shows for real baseball talk. (...

Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss the series of unfortunate events that results in a Mets-Braves doubleheader Monday in Atlanta. Fingers should be pointed at all involved parties. (0:32) (6:11) Ken unpacks his most recent article about 10 managers likely under pressure this offseason.  (14:48) Ken & Alanna also answer your questions in a LIVE Grillin’ Ken, including if the Tigers can be a playo...

Ken Rosenthal congratulates the NL East champion Phillies and dissects their chances come October (0:24). (5:26) So much for the AL Wild Card being decided! Ken laments collapses do happen (psst Royals & Twins) and they opened the door for the Tigers & Mariners to make this a race.  Visit MINTMOBILE.com/Territory where all 3-month plans are only $15 a month, including the Unlimited plan. (10:22) I...

The Tigers just swept the Royals. Will this Twins downfall help vault Detroit into the playoffs? The Brewers just clinch the NL Central. Are the Yankees about to clinch the AL East with this Orioles 2nd half dud? Ken dives into his article with Britt Ghiroli about the White Sox ineptness as an organization with some interesting quotes. Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL ....

Ken Rosenthal explores the fascinating Mets-Braves NL Wild Card race with the latest wrinkle: Francisco Lindor sidelined over the weekend. Ken explains how he feels either team will likely be favored against the Brewers in the first round. (2:15) (5:24) Tyler Glasnow is out and the Dodgers don't feel like a team that can survive the playoffs as is. Ken unpacks where LA goes from here and how they...

Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss Houston Astros star Jose Altuve’s injury and how Byron Buxton’s looming return to the Twins affects the AL playoff picture. (0:47) (6:22) Ken & Alanna debate which bullpens are most equipped for October.  Go to HelloFresh.com/FREEFT for one free breakfast item per box while subscription is active. (10:36) The Seattle Mariners and Atlanta Braves are on the playo...

Ken Rosenthal surveys the pennant chase with a look at the Wild Card races and trends towards October. The AL's top teams (Yankees, Orioles, Guardians) are treading water while the NL Wild Card race is worth watching down the stretch. (00:26) (08:17) Inside Dish explores the Royals turnaround thanks to the team's willingness to spend. Ken calls Bobby Witt Jr. a Top 5 player in the sport. Go to vuo...

Newly retired Joey Votto joins Ken Rosenthal for a special 1-on-1 episode! (0:41) Ken and the Reds legend discuss his retirement announcement and what regrets Votto has leaving the game behind. (8:58) Votto dives into his passion for baseball history and how he used old at-bats from the all-time greats to mold his game. (14:32) Ken asks THE question: is Joey Votto a Hall of Famer? Use promo code F...

Ken Rosenthal explains why the Matt Chapman monster extension with the Giants might be the start of the revenge tour for super agent Scott Boras. (0:55) (5:23) Alanna Rizzo and Ken react to the combined no-hitter from the Cubs. Is Shota Imanaga having a massively underrated season? Go to HelloFresh.com/FREEFT for one free breakfast item per box while subscription is active. (10:38) Grillin’ Ken in...

Primed for the stretch run, Ken Rosenthal looks at teams awaiting big names to return from injury and bolster their rosters. (0:28) (8:56) Ken also unpacks his story in The Athletic about passive ownership unwilling to make front office changes on underachieving clubs - the Rockies, A's & White Sox aren't even worth mentioning! Why do teams leave mediocrity alone? (17:43) Grillin' Ken answers your...

The Braves are surging again! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview the BIG Phillies-Braves series on tap. Also, what do the Mets need to fix fast to still have a chance at a playoff spot? Then it's a Dodgers-Diamondbacks preview. How is LA's rotation feeling? The Pirates took a step back. Who will take the fall? Visit  MINTMOBILE.com/Territory  where all 3-month plans are only $15 a month, inclu...

Ken Rosenthal marvels at Aaron Judge's historic season and breaks down if the Yankees captain can surpass his 2022 home run record. (0:24) (3:59) Francisco Lindor has entered the NL MVP conversation and Ken weighs a huge factor when comparing the Mets shortstop to Shohei Ohtani. (6:22) Resetting the playoff races, Ken says the focus will soon become all about playoff seeding. Visit MINTMOBILE.com/...

Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss whether Aaron Judge or Bobby Witt Jr. has the inside track on AL MVP. (0:45) (4:33) Mariners fans are sleepless in Seattle over their lack of offense and changes are coming.  Go to  https://vuori.com/FOUL  for 20% off your first purchase and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing.  (9:24) Joey Votto calls it a career - could Votto get a Hall call when eligi...

Ken Rosenthal thinks either the D'Backs or Padres are better positioned than the Dodgers to claim the NL West and make a run into October. (0:35) (6:33) The Milwaukee Brewers are rolling. Their sweep of the Guardians widens a massive NL Central lead to 11 games. (9:15) Inside Dish explores Ken's recent article regarding the Pirates managing Paul Skenes for the rest of the regular season. There is...

Does Juan Soto love playing with Aaron Judge so much that the Yankees are his top choice in free agency? Ken Rosenthal applauds Judge for reaching 300 homers faster than anyone. Scott Braun fills in for Alanna Rizzo to co-host FairT and asks Ken about the NL West race heating up while the NL Central is turning into a dud division besides Milwaukee. Ken also covers the Rockies placing Elias Diaz on...

Ken Rosenthal suggests pitching is the key to postseason success. He explores which contenders have the arms to survive & thrive come October. (1:30) The arrow is pointing up on the D'Backs, Braves, Giants & Cubs. Not so much for the Twins, Guardians, Orioles & Dodgers. (7:50) Inside Dish breaks down the three-horse NL Rookie of the Year race between Paul Skenes, Jackson Merrill & Shota Imanaga. W...

ESPN's Alden Gonzalez jumps in for Ken today. White Sox manager Pedro Grifol got the boot after a HORRENDOUS 2024 campaign. Is he a fair scapegoat or is ownership to blame? (0:38) (5:29) Alden has an update on Shohei Ohtani's pitching rehab progress. (8:08) This leads to debate about Mookie's return to the Dodgers lineup. Will he slide back in at SS or is he better suited to fill the gaps in the L...