Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal covers baseball’s latest news and pressing issues every week with his unfiltered commentary and inside access from sources around the game. Weekly staples include The Lede, Dude and Dork of the week, and Inside Dish with a closer look at Ken’s articles in The Athletic. Ken also answers your questions every week. Drop a line in the reviews and Ken will do his best to reply on his next show!

  1. Nolan Arenado rejects Astros, Yankees plans, Mets rotation stockpile

    3 DAYS AGO

    Nolan Arenado rejects Astros, Yankees plans, Mets rotation stockpile

    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://www.StoryWorth.com/FOUL and save $10 on your first purchase! (13:45) Ken & Alanna answer your questions in Grillin’ Ken, including where Arenado actually wants to go, the validity to the idea O's GM Mike Elias refuses to spend, if the Red Sox are still in on Corbin Burnes and Jurickson Profar's future. (22:46) The hosts also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

    29 min
  2. Cubs are BACK, A's get Springs, SP market update, Frugal O's?

    6 DAYS AGO

    Cubs are BACK, A's get Springs, SP market update, Frugal O's?

    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 covered Juan Soto signing his historic Mets contract. Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at https://www.manscaped.com (19:47) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including a best flow in the show update, if Roki Sasaki is holding up the market, where the Red Sox could pivot without Burnes & when will the Orioles wake up? WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)

    26 min
  3. Kyle Tucker & Corbin Burnes updates, Next Red Sox/Yankees moves, Bo's Jays future

    DEC 12

    Kyle Tucker & Corbin Burnes updates, Next Red Sox/Yankees moves, Bo's Jays future

    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 foes looking now? (12:06) Ken & Alanna answer your Grillin' Ken questions, including a Teoscar Hernandez update, if Bo Bichette's Blue Jays era is over, chances the Padres part with either Fernando Tatis Jr. or Manny Machado & the best bargain free agent out there. (20:06) The hosts also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week. WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)

    26 min
  4. Soto picks Mets: Inside the HUGE deal & Yankees must pivot

    DEC 9

    Soto picks Mets: Inside the HUGE deal & Yankees must pivot

    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? (23:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Dave Parker and Dick Allen earning Hall of Fame election, who the next huge free agent will be, and what hope do small market teams have? WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)

    30 min
  5. Soto Waiting Game, Slim Lynn, Rangers Offseason Plans

    DEC 5

    Soto Waiting Game, Slim Lynn, Rangers Offseason Plans

    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) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions on the Rangers offseason, Pete Alonso/Mets situation, Hye-Seong Kim and how the Soto bidding process works. Get 10 FREE meals at https://www.HelloFresh.com/FREEFT. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. (25:55) Alanna and Ken also reveal their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

    29 min
  6. Soto Dominos, Speedy Boras, Mets sign Montas & Cubs ink Boyd

    DEC 2

    Soto Dominos, Speedy Boras, Mets sign Montas & Cubs ink Boyd

    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 in Dallas, including one of Ken's biggest career scoops. (15:00) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how to tell phony free agent reports from the real ones, why teams aren't copying the Dodgers deferral strategy & the Astros offseason approach. WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)

    20 min
  7. Snell deal highlights growing divide, Boras is BACK, Cubs won't spend

    NOV 29

    Snell deal highlights growing divide, Boras is BACK, Cubs won't spend

    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 idea that all Juan Soto deals are equal, the non-tendered list & how would Ken fix the Marlins? Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com (22:33) Alanna & Ken also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week. Great time to support the show at FoulTerritoryShop.com!

    29 min
  8. Angels ink Kikuchi, Braves OF shopping, Red Sox might move Devers

    NOV 25

    Angels ink Kikuchi, Braves OF shopping, Red Sox might move Devers

    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 diamond. Ken admits the plan drastically changes if Juan Soto signs - a serious champagne problem! (14:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Mariners offseason plan, an emerging rookie next season and who has baseball's best hair? WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)

    18 min
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MLB insider Ken Rosenthal covers baseball’s latest news and pressing issues every week with his unfiltered commentary and inside access from sources around the game. Weekly staples include The Lede, Dude and Dork of the week, and Inside Dish with a closer look at Ken’s articles in The Athletic. Ken also answers your questions every week. Drop a line in the reviews and Ken will do his best to reply on his next show!

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