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.
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 :)
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 :)
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 :)
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.
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 :)
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!
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 :)
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. (15:02) LIVE Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including prospect hoarding, a possible Cody Bellinger trade, and Padres positional holes to fill.(23:15) Ken also crowns his Dude & Dork of the Week and sheds a little light on teams in on Juan Soto.Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com
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, including the Unlimited plan.(10:17) Inside Dish unpacks the complicated Rays future. Their new ballpark now seems unlikely...where will the team permanently end up?(15:43) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including era adjusted stats in Hall of Fame voting, a plan-B if Soto fall throughs & should Red Sox fans be prepared to be disappointed?WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)
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 save $10 on your first purchase!(16:39) ESPN's Jesse Rogers lays out how the Cubs can pitch Roki Sasaki heading to the North Side. What kind of pressure exists for Craig Counsell in year two?(19:18) Plus, Will Venable's checklist as the new White Sox manager and how to best thread the needle for the highest Garrett Crochet return.
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. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.(22:18) Plus, the comparisons between Sasaki and Shohei Ohtani extend beyond both players wearing number 17.Watch Fair Territory on the FT channel with new episodes running twice per week all year long!
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' Britt answers fan questions on the Cubs & Orioles offseason, the Garrett Crochet trade market and Alex Bregman's future.(23:45) Alanna and Britt also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)
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.Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com(16:28) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including which starting pitcher the Red Sox should covet, which small market teams are ready to go for it and why MLB didn't use the highest rated umpires for the World Series.WATCH - Fair Territory has new episodes for you twice per week on Youtube!
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 questions include comparing Freddie Freeman's walk-off slam to Kirk Gibson's iconic moment, where Walker Buehler goes this offseason, the Will Venable impact as White Sox new manager and Jordan Montgomery exercising his D'Backs player option.(22:38) Ken and Alanna also crown this week’s Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Dorks went after a player. Not cool.WATCH - Fair Territory episodes drop 2x per week on Youtube with shiny graphics and video :)
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's Top 5 all-time postseason moments list. Hear his reasoning why Freddie Freeman's titanic Game 1 walk-off doesn't make the list!(13:59) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how many future Hall of Famers are playing in this series and any news on the White Sox managerial search.
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 Dude and Dork of the Week.WATCH - Fair Territory has new episodes for you twice per week on Youtube
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 and how impactful his presence is this postseason. Finally, Grillin' Ken highlights the Pirates, Juan Soto, and what the Phillies plan on doing this offseason.Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code FOUL at my.huel.com/foulterritorysept24. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!
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 in the media.(5:29) Also, Alanna and Ken reveal their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Go to Orgain.com/FOUL to receive 20% off your order. Real Nutrition for Real Life!
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 Walker Buehler's future, changing the postseason bye format, and what is the Tigers offseason going to look like?Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/FREEFT. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.