Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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 waivers and if the Rangers might cut some big arms loose this month.Grillin' Ken fan questions include a potential shutdown for Pirates rookie stud Paul Skenes and the Dork of the week did not respect Aaron Judge's greatness!Watch - Fair Territory 2x per week on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Who has the edge right now?(15:40) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the NL West could get four teams into October, the Cardinals looming front office teardown & what Alex Bregman's free agent future looks like.Follow - ALL of the shows under the Foul Territory Network: Pinstripe Territory, Dodgers Territory, Hammer Territory, North Side Territory & The Phillies ShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 LA outfield?Go to HelloFresh.com/FTKIDS to unlock one free kids meal per box for two months while subscription is active!The Padres are winning at an incredible rate and have cut the Dodgers advantage down to just three games. Let's take a look at the state of the NL West.(16:52) Grillin' Alden includes managers who may be on the hot seat.Special Shoutout to Christian Moore as Alanna's dude of the week!Hosts: Alden Gonzalez, Alanna RizzoSUBSCRIBE - FT Youtube channel to catch the shows LIVE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Britt Ghiroli subs in for Ken Rosenthal and talks us through some division races. Why will the Astros be able to pull out a win in the AL West and what puts the Orioles in such a good position to stay atop the AL East?The White Sox are losers of 20 straight games and the light at the end of the tunnel is FAR AWAY!! Will they stop the losing skid or will they break the record?Britt also covers Max Scherzer's injury list stint and if this could be the end of the road.Go to HelloFresh.com/FTKIDS to unlock one free kids meal per box for two months while subscription is active!The Phillies have been in a summer slump. Are they back on track or is a real collapse on the horizon? Grillin' Britt includes Padres question marks, Mookie Betts return thoughts, Freddie Freeman's impact and the NL's last Wild Card spot.Finally, should the Trade Deadline be moved back? Britt has an interesting take on why we should be thinking the opposite!Hosts: Britt Ghiroli and Alanna RizzoJoin the show LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET and new episodes also drop every Monday --> WATCHSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There weren’t earth-shattering trades but impactful moves were made around the edges. Who did it best? Hosts Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo pick out winners and losers from the trade deadline. Teams called out (positively or negatively) include the Yankees, Dodgers, Cardinals, Padres, Rockies, Marlins, Giants and White Sox.Go to vuori.com/FOUL for 20% off your first purchase and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing.Grillin’ Ken questions include a worried D’Backs fan about Christian Walker’s injury, a worried Yanks fan about their 9th inning woes and do the Angels have a plan?--Watch Fair Territory on the FT Youtube channel --> HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Trade Deadline flurries so far, including the Chicago Cubs surprising everyone and buying. They are the example, not the exception, of how buying and selling isn't black and white.Ken gives kudos to the Rays for restocking their farm system given the market leaning towards buying. Later in Grillin' Ken, he defends why Tampa Bay waving the white flag for 2024 is worth praise.The Yankees aren't shying away from volatile personalities. Ken examines where Jazz Chisholm Jr. may fit in.Vuori is offering our listeners 20% off your FIRST purchase. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://www.vuori.com/FOULInside Dish unpacks how Garrett Crochet's contract demands have hurt him (and the White Sox). Ken says there was a better way to go about protecting his arm.Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including when the White Sox will fire Pedro Grifol, if Craig Kimbrel can lock down an Orioles World Series, and if Mason Miller's IL stint ruins his trade value. Questions for Ken? Join the show LIVE on Thursday at 12:30p ET --> HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gloves are off with the Trade Deadline nearing! Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo start the show with the latest update on Christian Yelich's ailing back. Ken breaks down Garrett Crochet’s latest comments about wanting an immediate extension wherever he goes. How much harder will it be for the White Sox to score a deal now?Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at: drinkAG1.com/foulAlex Cora reached a three-year contract extension with the Red Sox. Ken examines how this signals the Red Sox are buying. Plus, is the Yankees ship sinking far too deep?Grillin’ Ken answers your deadline questions, including how the Cardinals need starting pitching, how available is Randy Arozerena, the likelihood Cody Bellinger or Jackson Holliday moves and if the Padres will buy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal dissects the trade deadline approach for the Dodgers. How does the Gavin Lux emergence plus Clayton Kershaw and Jason Heyward returning impact the club's thinking?Julio Rodriguez and Ozzie Albies injuries headline an ugly infirmary weekend. Ken examines how the Mariners and Braves will move forward with the trade deadline looming.Plus, who is buying and selling in a jammed NL Wild Card picture?Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at: drinkAG1.com/foulInside Dish unpacks Ken's recent article revolving around Shohei Ohtani, former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara and agent Nez Balelo. While we'll never know exactly what went on, Ken explores the nature of the trio's insular relationship that protected Ohtani - until it didn't.Grillin Ken answers your questions, including if Luis Robert Jr. will get traded, what Chris Bassitt's market could look like, and if it's time for the Yankees to go all-in.Trade questions for Ken? Join the show LIVE on Thursday at 12:30p ET --> HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo hit the teams needing to win in bunches to convince their front offices to buy at the Trade Deadline (looking at you Giants, Rays, Cubs & Rangers).Ken also hits a thought on the Tigers and the small chance that they actually trade Cy Young candidate Tarik Skubal.Vuori is an investment in your happiness. For our listeners, they are offering 20% off your FIRST purchase. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://www.vuori.com/FOULHall of Fame induction weekend brings back memories. Ken recalls a fiery Jim Leyland going after Tim McCarver during the 2006 World Series, and Alanna tips her cap to Todd Helton.Ken & Alanna answer live Grillin' Ken questions, including if Theo Epstein can convince Red Sox ownership to spend, Aaron Boone's seat temperature, Pirates & Mets deadline needs and which future Hall of Famer would Ken take in a winner-take-all game??Plus, All-Star Dudes for their off-the-field impact and a Dork look alike!Trade talk time! Watch the show LIVE every Thursday to ask a question to Ken and Alanna --> FT NETWORKSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal highlights his top 10 moments of the first half of the season including the epic Paul Skenes debut, Aaron Judge’s ascent, and Elly De La Cruz owning LAD.The Milwaukee Brewers and Cleveland Guardians are tops in the Central divisions and the Phillies dominance has put them in a good spot going into the second half. Ken gets into it.Ken talks about the 1984 Draft when Shawn Abner was picked 1st overall by the Mets as one of the biggest draft busts ever!Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Guardians trade deadline moves, the future of the Nationals , and will the Yankees trade for a 2nd baseman?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.