Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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.

Ken Rosenthal talks about the Dodgers winning the 2025 World Series over the Toronto Blue Jays. Toronto falls agonizingly short, while LA's grit stands tall. (Top of show)(11:59) Ken also explores the unfilled manager openings.Head to Superpower.com and use code TAKE20 at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod (14:46) Inside Dish ranks the Top 5 World Series matchups Ken has covered. (21:49) Grillin' Ken answers your live questions, including if Cody Bellinger is a Dodgers fit, what Pete Alonso's market will look like, and if Kyle Tucker's health is a free agency factor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview Game 6 of the World Series as Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Kevin Gausman take the mound (Top of show).(5:18) The hosts break down the Dodgers offensive struggles, and what’s gone wrong for L.A. in this series. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(8:25) They also dive into the latest managerial moves around baseball, including the Washington Nationals hiring 33-year-old Blake Butera and the Minnesota Twins bringing back Derek Shelton for 2026.(13:00) Ken answers questions in a Friday edition of Grillin' Ken.(21:24) Plus. Ken and Alanna's latest edition of Dude and Dorks of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before jumping into World Series Game 3, Ken reacts to the Orioles hiring a new manager. (Top of show)(2:24) Bo Bichette will start at second base in tonight's World Series Game 3.Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)(3:40) Ken explains why Max Scherzer starts for Toronto tonight, and why we should expect a cold reception at Dodger Stadium.(7:10) LA's offense is not at its best, and Dave Roberts is considering a change in centerfield.To learn more, go support your favorite neighborhood spot and see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. And then if you have extra time, check out square.com/go/FOUL(10:02) Ken's Inside Dish reveals why Stand Up to Cancer is important, and touches many people involved in the Fall Classic.(20:49) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including any possible CBA movement this off-season, if long-term deals will dry up, the most surprising aspect of the World Series so far, and if the Mariners will spend this off-season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Series starts today! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss Bo Bichette’s latest status after missing over a month of game action. (top of show)(2:11) The hosts discuss Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia stepping away from the team due to a deeply personal family matter. (3:39) Into matchups talk, Ken and Alanna touch on why Los Angeles can't fall into the same trap of relying too heavily on fastballs like the Yankees and Mariners did.Fair Territory Presented by FOX One: Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXone.com(6:47) Plus, how much of a role will postseason and Fall Classic experience play for the Dodgers vs. the Jays?(11:43) The hosts answer live Grillin' Ken Questions.(16:41) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosenthal opens the show talking legacies: which of the Dodgers and Blue Jays stand the most to gain by winning this year's World Series? (Top of show)(9:52) Ken reacts to the news that the San Francisco Giants are hiring Tennessee coach Tony Vitello as their next manager.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(14:19) Inside Dish unpacks Ken's story about George Springer following his iconic ALCS Game 7 home run.(23:18) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including where Rogers Centre Monday ranks as the loudest ballpark Ken has experienced, and what he remembers from the Roger Clemens/Mike Piazza dustup 25 years ago today.(25:48) Ken discusses Bo Bichette's status and possible impact in the World Series.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 dive into Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s complete game shutout that put the Los Angeles Dodgers in NLCS command. (Top of show)(7:18) The hosts discuss why home field advantage hasn’t mattered at all so far. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(9:13) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why general managers skate when managers get fired, how good the Padres manager job is, could Tarik Skubal or Paul Skenes be dealt and why Ron Washington isn't managing the Angels next year.(18:40) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! (25:08) The hosts debate the obvious calls for a salary cap with the Dodgers 2 wins away from another trip to the World Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alanna Rizzo hosts and welcomes ESPN’s Jesse Rogers to dig into the bombshell: Padres manager Mike Shildt is retiring from the role. (Top of show)(3:41) Rizzo and Rogers react to the Mariners winning ALCS Game 1 last night in Toronto and debate how the Blue Jays can level the series tonight. Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. (8:00) Plus, a preview of the NLCS: will the Brewers continue their regular season success against the Dodgers? (16:04) Inside Dish explores how the Cubs fell short this season. Rizzo and Rogers weigh their offseason outlook. (22:10) Grillin' Jesse answers your questions, including Justin Steele's 2026 outlook, the best home field advantages left, starters turned relievers in October, David Ross' managing interest and if Buck Showalter could reunite with Manny Machado in San Diego.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.