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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!
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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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to news Clayton Kershaw is joining Team USA in the upcoming WBC. (Top of show) (1:34) Ken and Alanna discuss Tucker’s possible impact on the three finalists - the Mets, Dodgers and Blue Jays. (4:57) The Red Sox signed up Ranger Suárez to a 5-year deal. Props for pivoting after Boston missed out on Alex Bregman. (9:10) Speaking of Bregman, Team USA also adds the 2-time World Series champion. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. (12:08) Ken and Alanna take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including how the Jays could pivot if Tucker goes elsewhere, Orioles and Mets pitching pursuits and if the Mariners are still the favorites for Brendan Donovan. (20:53) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. (25:02) BONUS questions for Ken and Alanna: If the Yankees are done adding starting pitching, and what Alec Bohm's future looks like. Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Cubs landing third baseman Alex Bregman on a 5-year, $175 million deal. What will they do with Nico Hoerner? (Top of show) (3:43) There are three big bats remaining in free agency, and there will be multiple big market teams left out of the Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, and Bo Bichette sweepstakes. (7:15) How did the Red Sox let Bregman go? What a mess. Check out North Side Territory and Monster Territory for more on this deal! (10:46) Inside Dish explores Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal’s looming arbitration fight. (20:24) Grillin’ Ken answers your LIVE questions, including if Bichette is signing with the Phillies today, Braves SP needs, the Angels direction and how the Pirates can improve. Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun discuss arbitration projection numbers for key players ahead of today’s deadline. (Top of show) (3:28) Ken explains his latest column in the Athletic: why now is the time for the Cubs to spend on an impact bat. (11:22) The hosts debate what to make of the New York Mets’ interest in free agent Kyle Tucker. (14:23) Ken and Scott crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if the Twins should rethink their Pablo Lopez and Joe Ryan stance, if the luxury tax thresholds will rise, Ken's reaction to Michael Lorenzen to COL and if it's time to put Craig Breslow on the hot seat. Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal unpacks the reported interest the Yankees (and a handful of teams) have with Marlins starter Edward Cabrera. (Top of show) (2:22) Teams are also after Brewers ace Freddy Peralta. (4:19) Ken shares why the Blue Jays are a great fit for Japanese hitter Kazuma Okamoto. Are the Jays the AL’s best team? (6:56) Plus, the Royals extend manager Matt Quatraro. (9:04) Inside Dish takes a bigger picture look at the Yankees in a crowded, competitive AL East. (17:44) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including if Kyle Tucker could take a short-term deal, Bo Bichette as a fit in Philly, if Nolan Arenado could land in Anaheim and Pirates next steps after losing Okamoto. Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo score Ken's 2025 season storylines, and look ahead to 2026.The duo starts with the Dodgers - what will it take for LA to win a 3rd consecutive World Series title? (Top of Show)(3:15) Juan Soto's first season in Queens was pretty, pretty good. What does he have in store next season?(5:37) The Trade Deadline didn't happen as anticipated, but Ken has a few teams to already eye for next season.(9:16) Two teams (Blue Jays & Mariners) thrived under pressure in 2025. Three others still face the heat going into 2026.(12:14) Grillin' Ken answers the following questions - breakout candidates, a team on the rise, a team falling off & Ken's favorite aspect of the upcoming World Baseball Classic.(17:32) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Year.Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal discusses the Red Sox acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals - another trade between these two teams. (Top of show)(3:56) Ken unpacks Munetaka Murakami’s 2-year deal with the White Sox.(6:23) How will the starting pitching trade market entice clubs to make deals?(8:49) Inside Dish explores the latest news regarding teams pursuing Bo Bichette and Alex Bregman.(17:24) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including next moves for the Braves, Mets, Pirates and Yankees.Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dive into teams that have a lot of work to do this offseason - Yankees, Red Sox, Cubs, Mets & Padres. (Top of Show)(6:14) The hosts delve into Ken’s latest notes column that includes a possible path to the D’backs signing Alex Bregman and keeping Ketel Marte.(11:28) Munetaka Murakami's comp with Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber exists.(16:08) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions - including Cubs fans frustrations and a Twins ownership shuffle.(21:15) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.(24:27) The Phillies are betting on Adolis Garcia finding his offense again.Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lance Lynn, Kyle Gibson, and Jim Hayes discuss the Cardinals signing Dustin May, trade rumors surrounding Brendan Donovan, and what goes into make a no-trade list. Cardinal Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network. Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal dives into free agent Michael King’s market, rumored to include the Yankees, Red Sox and Orioles. (Top of show)(1:38) In Ken’s latest notes column, he shares the Royals’ interest in Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran. Is Boston asking for too much in return?(3:39) Brendan Donovan talks are heating up - the Mariners and Giants are seen as frontrunners to deal with the Cardinals.(4:18) The Diamondbacks are shopping All-Star Ketel Marte. Ken details if their ask changes after signing Merrill Kelly to a 2-year deal.(8:55) Inside Dish unpacks the unpredictability of Padres executive AJ Preller during free agency.(17:08) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Murakami's market, Skubal trade talks, if the Cardinals will trade all 4 veterans, Bichette to the Braves possibility and what the Reds are up to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Toronto Blue Jays extending President & CEO Mark Shapiro 5 years. (Top of show)(00:52) Ken and Alanna recap the Braves offseason so far.(02:57) Ken gives insight into the markets for Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger.(06:27) Hear from Ken on the pitching market, and specifically Freddy Peralta.(09:40) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including the shortstop market, Ketel Marte trade rumors, possible packages for the Mets if they traded for Willson Contreras, potential Dodger packages for Tarik Skubal, chances the Giants go get Kyle Tucker or Bo Bichette, and which starting pitchers the Orioles could sign.(20:51): Ken and Alanna crown their dudes of the week.(23:32): Ken and Alanna crown their dorks of the week.Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal unpacks the veterna's committee Baseball Hall of Fame vote that elected Jeff Kent and left Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens on the sidelines. (Top of show)(5:06) Ken shares his reporting that the Pirates have a 4-year offer out to free agent Kyle Schwarber. (6:11) Hear from Ken on why the time is now for the Tigers to make a move in the AL Central. (10:45) Inside Dish reflects Winter Meetings lore.(18:15) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including if the Nationals could trade Mackenzie Gore to the Orioles, Cubs Zac Gallen interest, chances Schwarber signs with the Reds, Braves changes at 2B and if the Padres will dump payroll.Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun react to yesterday’s reporting that free agent slugger Kyle Tucker visited the Blue Jays facility in Dunedin. (Top of show)(4:06) Ken unpacks a note from his latest column that the Dodgers could trade Teoscar Hernández.(9:08) The hosts preview the Contemporary Baseball Era Hall of Fame vote announced Sunday.(14:21) Ken and Scott crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. (21:28) Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if the Twins could package Buxton with Ryan, Fernando-mania, Blue Jays payroll, Edwin Diaz market & Tatsuya Imai frontrunners.Subscribe to the FT YouTube channel to watch this show live every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal recaps the latest AL East moves: the Orioles sign Ryan Helsley to be their closer. (Top of show)(3:57) Right before Thanksgiving, the Blue Jays went big on Dylan Cease's durability.Your Holiday wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code foul at chubbiesshorts.com/foul #chubbiespod(7:19) From this morning's notes column: the Rays could be motivated to move Brandon Lowe.(10:23) Inside Dish reveals Ken’s Winter Meetings storylines.This holiday, give your loved ones the only gift that keeps on giving — health. Go to Superpower.com/gift to get a free $49 gift box with your gifted membership.(21:46) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including if the Braves could sign a QO FA, how free agent pitchers pay for procedures, the Yankees infield needs and where the Dodgers are lurking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss how the whole sport is incomplete, beginning with the Red Sox rotation having acquired Sonny Gray from the Cardinals. (Top of show)(1:34) The Mets created a second outfield hole when dealing Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers this week.Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% OFF by going to Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod(5:51) The Brewers may need to subtract in order to add to their roster.(8:33) Plus, next moves for Cardinals POBO Chaim Bloom. Bloom has already acted outside the norm for the Cardinals in one key area. (13:12) The hosts answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including if Fernando Tatis Jr. could be a future Met, if the Red Sox will be a top-5 payroll team and where Tatsuya Imai could land to best compete with the Dodgers. Plus, the hosts' Thanksgiving preferences are covered.(20:46) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.(26:03) Bonus question about Alex Bregman, and then something each host is thankful for.Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s trade between the Mets and Rangers involving Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien. (Top of show)(7:40) Ken unpacks his reporting over the weekend that teams are interested in free agent reliever Ryan Helsley becoming a starting pitcher.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! (11:44) Inside Dish unpacks why the Pirates and Marlins, notorious penny pinchers, are signaling to free agents their willingness to spend real dollars to improve their clubs. Why now?(20:57) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Braves SS plans, Rangers options at 2B, and when will the Blue Jays strike.Download Cash App Today: capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down some Braves activity: signing closer Raisel Iglesias and acquiring Mauricio Dubón from the Astros. (Top of show)(2:25) Speaking of reunions, a look at the updated FA closers still available with one big name mulling a reunion. (4:34) The Astros move Dubón in a cost-cutting move.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off!(7:58) The hosts dive into the Los Angeles Angels acquiring Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles for Taylor Ward.(14:08) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including D'backs outfielders possibly garnering interest, Cubs adding offense, Lars Nootbaar's status, and if Milwaukee could be a home for Josh Jung.(19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.(25:28) Ken and Alanna have "White Whales" they have not yet interviewed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s news: the Mariners are reportedly re-signing Josh Naylor to a 5-year deal. (Top of show)(4:17) The Phillies have moves to make - bringing slugger Kyle Schwarber back is atop their list. Get 15% off The Perfect Jean with the code FOUL15 at theperfectjean.nyc/FOUL15 #theperfectjeanpod(6:36) Guardians star Jose Ramírez is building a Cooperstown, plaque-gallery worthy resume. (10:08) Inside Dish dissects the qualifying offer market ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. (19:00) Ken takes your Grillin’ Ken questions, including Braves shortstop options, Ketel Marte trade speculation, Red Sox #2 starter pursuit & Kyle Tucker dark horse team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal starts the show with news the Padres are exploring a sale. (Top of show).(1:47) He also unpacks his NL Cy Young ballot following Paul Skenes’ unanimous win last night. (4:31) Looking ahead to tonight’s AL MVP announcement: why fans can celebrate both New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh regardless of who wins. Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)(8:30) Ken expects Shohei Ohtani will win NL MVP tonight - his 4th MVP award in 5 seasons!(9:06) Ken also explores the closer free agent market this offseason. (11:59) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Buxton possible fit in Atlanta, factoring in ballpark adjustments with voting, a Dodgers package to land Paul Skenes, the relief trade market & big market teams approaching a salary cap. (19:47) Ken crowns his Dude & Dork of the Week.(25:07) A closer look at how Paul DePodesta intends to lead the Rockies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal unpacks what we know in Sunday’s indictment of Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase. (Top of show)(3:06) The Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers face critical decisions this offseason. (6:33) Ken also tips his cap to Kyle Hendricks following the righty’s retirement. Check out square.com/go/FOUL and go support your favorite neighborhood spot to see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods.(9:40) Inside Dish explores the unconventional thinking in clubs’ hiring this offseason. (17:18) Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including offseason outlook for the Yankees, Pirates and Guardians. Plus, questions about the CBA, Tarik Skubal's future and a team willing to trade the farm to bolster their Big League club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal is joined by guest host Scott Braun to run through a list of five teams to watch closely this offseason. The Padres are on that list and news breaks during the show that the club hired Craig Stammen as their next manager. What happened to Albert Pujols?Grillin' Ken includes questions on the overall free agent class and we dive into some of the elite closer options available.Dude of the week shouts out some individual World Series champs and dorks are obvious picks this week.Make game day delicious with the Official Sponsor of Tailgating®. Visit OmahaSteaks.com and get $35 OFF with Promo Code FOUL at checkout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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