Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

 Ken Rosenthal unpacks the awesome scene in the Bronx Dodgers-Yankees series this weekend.He explores four areas the Yankees need to shore up before October.While fun, the London Series "juice" may not be worth "the squeeze" in spreading baseball across Europe.The Reds have rebounded and the Royals are going for it. Ken dishes on both teams rising in the standingsInside Dish applauds players speaking in English as a second language in interviews. Teoscar Hernandez showed off his personality and raised his stardom this weekend, and Ken argues speaking in English helped fans connect with him.Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what a return package for Luis Robert Jr. could be, what happened at the beginning of Saturday's FOX game, and why Red Sox fans are reasonably irked by John Henry's quotes in the Financial Times.Use code FAIR for $20 off your first SeatGeek order!Click here to download the app --> https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All-Star ballots are open! Bobby Witt Jr. and Gunnar Henderson aren’t making it easy. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo debate the AL shortstop battle. Also, who should fans pick to start in the NL outfield?The Dodgers and Yankees are set to square off in a must-watch series in the Bronx this weekend. Which star-studded lineup will show off in the Bronx?Use code FOUL for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/FOULThe NL Wild Card race has a massive amount of contenders. Why are there so many teams under .500 in the NL and how will it impact buyers and sellers?Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including if Carlos Rodon is due for regression, the state of the Pirates, will the Mariners keep the division and who might land Garrett Crochet?Ask Alanna and Ken your questions LIVE on the FT Network every Thursday at 12:30p ET!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal reacts to the breaking news that MLB disciplined five players for betting on baseball. The headliner is Padres utility player Tucupita Marcano - banned for life.The Yankees are tied with the Phillies for MLB's best record thanks to a pitching staff surging, even without Gerrit Cole. On the other side, Blake Snell is back on the injured list. His first season in San Francisco continues to be a disaster.Inside Dish explores the Houston Astros crossroads. Ken explains why we shouldn't believe GM Dana Brown saying he expects Houston to buy at the trade deadline.Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what trade chips the Rockies have, how the Yankees can keep Juan Soto and what comes next for former #1 pick Spencer Torkelson.Use code FAIR for $20 off your first SeatGeek order!Click here to download the app --> https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mets are crumbling in Queens. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo cover the Jorge Lopez meltdown, Pete Alonso’s future & Steve Cohen’s ownership tenure.Paul Skenes is a certified pro. His 4th start went as well as expected and it's clear the Pirates have a star on their hands. Should they monitor his innings or let him roll?The Negro League statistics were added to MLB record books. Why is this so important and who are your newest stat leaders? Ken has the answers.Also, why are the Brewers so good and which teams will come out hot in the second half?Questions for Ken or Alanna? Join the show LIVE on the FT Network every Thursday at 12:30p ETSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal reacts to MLB's "Ding dong the witch is dead moment" as longtime umpire Ángel Hernández retires.Aaron Judge is on fire for the Yanks, showing us just how long the season can be. Judge getting booed in the Bronx feels like a long time ago!Speaking of hot, the Cleveland Guardians retooled their offense. Thanks to a lock-down bullpen, new manager and power surge, the Guardians sport their best start in franchise history.Inside Dish laments Ronald Acuña Jr.'s latest injury setback as another freak injury that robs one of the game's most exciting players of more time in his prime. Not apples to apples, but Ken sees parallels emerging between the Braves superstar and Mike Trout.Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including outfielders possibly on the move this trade deadline, the relationship between American & Japanese reporters and how CJ Abrams is underrated.Fair Territory will be LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Oli Marmol and John Schneider on shaky ground? Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo evaluate manager hot seats for the Cardinals, Blue Jays and other clubs.The Royals are the hottest team in the American League. They did something that has become rare and it's working!The Astros still have work to do but Ken explains why he believes they are an October baseball team.Oneil Cruz is mashing hard-hit records - isn't baseball fun when superstar players show off their talent?!A Prom Queen and a prom no-show react to Bryce Harper's neighborly assist!--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/foul. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal unpacks Cubs southpaw Shōta Imanaga's surge to start his big league career. Should the Pirates go for it this year with Paul Skenes & Jared Jones leading Pittsburgh towards contention?Despite the posturing, Ken explains why the Yankees & Juan Soto aren't likely to strike an in-season deal.Ken also reacts to the latest Edwin Diaz outing that reportedly reduced the Mets closer to tears. In Inside Dish, Ken peels back the curtains on his three-part pitching crisis series he wrote with Jayson Stark, including different options to save the marquee starting pitcher. Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including which team has the bleakest future, whether it's best to wait for the deadline to deal, how the Mariners should assess their prospect trove & why Blue Jays urgency is through the roof.--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/foul. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who "won" their trade more: the Padres adding Dylan Cease or the Braves bringing in Chris Sale? Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dissect the trade results.Ken and Alanna weigh in on what has led to Philly owning baseball's best record and why they'll be a scary playoff matchup as usual.Shohei Ohtani has been able to focus on just hitting this season and he's RAKING! Is there any chance he decides to ditch pitching and even become an outfielder?!Also covered: Ron Washington postgame blast, Ronel Blanco's sticky suspension and the red-hot Rockies!Fair Territory is LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Paul Skenes results from his debut with the Pirates. What did the 2023 #1 pick do that made Ken appreciate the moment even more?Why are the Cardinals off to another slow start? Ken contemplates what the Redbirds can do to turn their season around quickly.The Giants are losing a player to the injury list everyday lately. What's happening in SF?!Ken is calling for a cease and desist on Gatorade baths! Fun times on Fair Territory :)Question for Ken? Ask it LIVE on Thursday at 12:30p ET on the FT NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo dive into Pirates top prospect Paul Skenes debuting Saturday and his updated arsenal.Willson Contreras has a fractured forearm. This injury comes alongside a handful of offensive issues and a general lack of production from Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado. Ken and Alanna break down what led to the Contreras injury and what the Cardinals might do to remedy their season.Ken and Alanna trade thoughts on Houston's struggles and the surprises coming out of their bullpen. Can Alex Bregman pick it up in the middle of the season or is it time for the club to jump ship at the deadline? Fair Territory is LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.