

Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal
Foul Territory Network
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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Aug 1, 2025 • 26min
MLB Trade Deadline Instant Recap
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to today’s Trade Deadline, beginning with the top story: the Padres activity. (Top of show)(3:22) Carlos Correa is a Houston Astro again, and more on the Twins fire-sale.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!(6:20) Ken says "hats off" to the Yankees deadline activity.(7:58) The hosts scratch their heads at how the Pirates (mis)managed their deadline assets.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(13:34) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the Cubs and Red Sox fell well short of expectations to include their clubs. Plus, why the Brewers didn't end up with the bat they coveted.(22:27) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 2025 • 25min
Trade Deadline latest, Seth Lugo extension, Reliever market dilemma
Ken Rosenthal breaks down the latest buzz swirling around Thursday’s Trade Deadline, including the Royals extending Seth Lugo and taking him off the board. (Top of Show)(1:45) Ken follows up on his weekend report that the D'backs could trade both Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly if the price is right.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(3:10) Could the surging Texas Rangers suddenly become buyers?(5:21) The 3rd NL Wild Card Spot race is wide open.(9:34) Inside Dish unpacks the relief pitching market and the dilemma teams face in overpaying for talent.Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod(19:02) Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including which Mets infielder could go, if the Rays will sell, if the Cardinals will deal controllable players and if Eugenio Suarez is destined for Milwaukee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 2025 • 30min
Eugenio Suárez Trade Deadline destinations, Boone/Yankees stumble, Dustin May trade bait?
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss what New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone is doing to stem the tide following an ugly series in Toronto. (Top of show)(5:53) Looking at the Trade Deadline, the hosts debate if Arizona D’backs third baseman Eugenio Suárez could be a fit for the Milwaukee Brewers.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(7:51) The hosts also discuss Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May’s future - could it be in a different uniform? (11:43) Ken and Alanna take your Grillin’ Ken questions, including deadline outlooks for the Astros and Cubs, plus Ken's favorite "club" music.Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.(20:23) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.(25:41) Ken and Alanna preview this weekend's Dodgers-Red Sox series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2025 • 26min
Trade Deadline letdown? Phillies sign David Robertson, Jays and Brewers on HEATERS
Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Philadelphia Phillies signing David Robertson to a 1-year deal. (Top of show)(2:42) Don’t shoot the messenger, but Ken preaches caution ahead of this year’s Trade Deadline. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(6:39) On the field, the Toronto Blue Jays and Milwaukee Brewers are red-hot. (13:03) Ken explores what the NL West teams need to reinforce their rosters. Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.(22:40) Ken takes your Grillin’ Ken questions from ChatBCC, including if Baltimore or Arizona will be most active at the deadline, and if the Red Sox could trade for Zac Gallen or Merrill Kelly.Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with Foul Territory Network hosts and the FT Fam today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 2025 • 30min
Dodgers want RP, Red Sox & Phillies trade plans, All-Star takeaways
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo put a bow on this year’s All-Star Game in Atlanta. (Top of show)(2:45) The Dodgers offseason spree didn’t solve their bullpen needs.(7:07) Ken responds to Tony Massarotti’s assessment of the Boston Red Sox deadline needs. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL(11:55) The hosts answer your ChatBCC questions - if the swing off or golden at-bat could come to the regular season, the Mariners and Phillies deadline needs, and which D'Backs should receive qualifying offers.Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with Foul Territory Network hosts and the FT Fam today! (20:15) 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 FOUL(25:13) Could Kyle Tucker land in Tampa during free agency?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 2025 • 24min
The Miz All-Star debate, Red Sox & Brewers soar, MLB Draft Recap!
It’s All-Star week! An MLB Draft recap to start off the show, including a sentimental pick by the Rockies with Ethan Holliday. Also, the youngest pick in the draft, Eli Willits goes first overall to the Nationals. (Top of show)(2:53) The Red Sox and Brewers are on winning streaks and pushing the top of their divisions. Can they keep it up as we enter the 2nd half of the season?TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers!(9:30) Ken highlights the controversy surrounding Jacob ‘The Miz’ Misiorowski being named an All-Star.(17:41) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including a Dodgers bullpen ask + Ken’s bowtie collection.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULHead to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with Foul Territory Network hosts and the FT Fam today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2025 • 29min
Orioles trade Baker to Rays, DJ LeMahieu released, Royals run, Future superstar Cam Smith?
Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Orioles trading reliever Bryan Baker to the Rays, perhaps signaling a bigger sell-off. (Top of show) (4:54) The Yankees are shifting their infield after releasing DJ LeMahieu. TAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings, in celebration of Amazon Prime Day! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers!(7:51) The Royals are suddenly surging back into the mix - are they buying or selling at the Trade Deadline? (12:06) Ken and Alanna answer your Grillin’ Ken questions via ChatBCC and in the YouTube chat, including what skills competitions should the All-Star weekend add, if relievers get overlooked in the Midsummer Classic, if the Dodgers would be better off without Dave Roberts, if the Red Sox will trade Jarren Duran and if PCA will be MVP at season's end. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL(22:01) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week. (25:47) The Astros might've already won the Kyle Tucker trade.Head to chatbcc.com/foulterritory to start chatting with Foul Territory Network hosts and the FT Fam today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 2025 • 26min
Nationals fire Rizzo & Martinez, All-Star snubs, Hot Jays, Cold Yanks
Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Nationals cleaning house a week before they'll make the #1 pick in the MLB Draft. (Top of show) (4:43) Ken has a gripe with the All-Star player ballot and weighs other All-Star snubs. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(10:28) The Toronto Blue Jays are baseball’s hottest team.(13:50) Inside Dish examines Yankees manager Aaron Boone’s role in the team’s recent slide. Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.(22:46) Ken takes your Grillin’ Ken questions via ChatBCC: if the Astros are the AL frontrunners and if the Cardinals will stay in contention. Join the conversation at foulterritory.chat (it’s free!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2025 • 29min
Luis Ortiz placed on leave, Kershaw 3K, Muncy hurt, Braves crumbling
Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun react to MLB placing Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz on paid leave. (Top of show)(4:27) Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw reaches 3000 strikeouts but the team loses Max Muncy in the process.Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.(7:47) The Braves are unraveling. What assets will Atlanta sell at the Trade Deadline?(11:59) Ken and Scott take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including where Kershaw ranks as an all-time left-handed pitcher, if the Yankees will trade for a third baseman and why Ken gave Freddie Freeman his All-Star nod at first base. Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal.(22:08) Ken also crowns his Dude and Dork of the Week. (25:03) Ken explains that the Rangers' Adolis Garcia could be an intriguing Trade Deadline candidate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 2025 • 26min
Mets swept, Astros & Blue Jays surge, Guardians fall, Judge is back
Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets putrid showing over the weekend as owner Steve Cohen preaches patience. (0:50)(3:26) The Phillies take the NL East lead but Ken is not all that impressed with Philly either.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry’s.(5:31) The Astros top the Cubs in Kyle Tucker’s return to Houston. They're surging with Yordan Álvarez still sidelined. (7:03) The Blue Jays are flying high heading into a huge four game series against the Yankees. (9:32) After last season's ALCS appearance, this year's Guardians are a big disappointment. Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!(12:00) Ken’s Inside Dish explores his long-awaited Aaron Judge story finally seeing the light of day. (20:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the A's will trade Luis Severino because he doesn't like Sacramento's mound, if the Tigers are underappreciated, if O'Neil Cruz is available and if the Red Sox ought to move on from Walker Buehler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


