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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 discuss how one move changes everything. The Tigers signing Framber Valdez to a 3-year, $115 million deal is that kind of move. (Top of show). (2:28) The hosts discuss the future for ace Tarik Skubal. (4:45) Ken and Alanna discuss if the Tigers now boast the American League's best rotation. (9:42) The Yankees and Phillies start the "silly or smart" discussion - teams running the same rosters back in 2026. (13:21) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including who could pivot to Zac Gallen, and if the Red Sox infield is set after signing IKF. (18:58) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and 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 reacts to the one-year deals inked over the weekend: Eugenio Suárez returning to the Reds, and the Giants signing Luis Arráez. (Top of Show) (5:30) The Red Sox send Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox. The Rafael Devers trade scoreboard (somehow) looks worse. (11:18) Inside Dish unpacks the insurance issues wreaking havoc in the World Baseball Classic leadup. (20:40) Grillin’ Ken answers your burning questions, including if the Red Sox could sign Framber Valdez, if the Rangers are done and will the Tigers make moves regardless of the Tarik Skubal arbitration hearing result. 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 discuss Ken’s conversation with Team USA manager Mark DeRosa ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (Top of show) (5:09) The hosts weigh why the Giants asked Logan Webb to sit out (he's playing anyway), and how Astros stars Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve won’t be playing for their countries. (11:37) Ken and Alanna take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Braves possible moves, FA pitchers still available and anonymous sourcing. (19:10) Hear the hosts crown their Dude and Dork of the Week. Plus, Team Venezuela has serious star power. 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 Guardians inking superstar José Ramírez through his age 40 season with a contract extension. (Top of Show) (2:41) Yu Darvish and the Padres are discussing the veteran's future with the club. (5:24) The Giants reportedly swung and missed pursuing Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams. What’s next for SF? (9:51) Inside Dish unpacks Ken’s latest piece on Angels hitting coach Brady Anderson. Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Zac Gallen/Framber Valdez updates, if Elly De La Cruz could be a billion-dollar player, Pirates and Eugenio Suárez latest, if the Marlins will trade Sandy Alcantara and if the Cubs are better than the Reds on paper. 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 unpack the Mets acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Brewers. (Top of Show) (6:25) The hosts discuss the current list of best Free Agents available and possible landing spots. Ken and Alanna take your Grillin’ Ken questions, including if character is holding up Framber Valdez, Lucas Giolito, Giants moves, Yankees and Mets looking for pitching and Nick Castellanos' Phillies future. (19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Rosenthal starts the show with a Fair Territory first - Dork of the Week rescinded! (Top of show) (1:18) Ken discusses the Mets curious offseason thus far, and wonders if there is room for outfielder Cody Bellinger. (7:49) The Braves will be without infielder Ha-Seong Kim for 4-5 months following hand surgery. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory (10:43) Inside Dish explores Ken’s Hall of Fame ballot. (21:49) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Zac Gallen's market, if Eugenio Suarez and the Pirates are a fit, and Ken's favorite move thus far. 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 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.
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