Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

Latest Episodes:

Trade frenzy! Defending Rays fire sale, Cubs buy out of nowhere, pricey reliever market Jul 29, 2024

Show notes

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/FOUL

Inside 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 --> HERE

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crochet’s contract request, Yelich injury update, Boston commits to Cora, SINKING Yankees Jul 25, 2024

Show notes

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/foul

Alex 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.

Braves brutal injury weekend, O's & Yankees should buy BIG, Ohtani insulated Jul 22, 2024

Show notes

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/foul

Inside 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 --> HERE

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Playoffs" NOW for fringe teams, Theo's Red Sox influence, Answering trade q's Jul 18, 2024

Show notes

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/FOUL

Hall 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 NETWORK

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken’s top 10 moments of the 1st half, trade plans for Yankees & Guardians, dominant Phillies Jul 15, 2024

Show notes

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.

HR Derby field lacking, Yankees & Dodgers struggles, Rece Hinds DUDE, Arozarena to LA?? Jul 11, 2024

Show notes

Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss how injuries and opt-outs limited this year's Home Run Derby field. The biggest names aren't participating!

Plus, they gauge the level of concern with the New York Yankees & Los Angeles Dodgers hitting recent skids.

Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com

Ken & Alanna answer your questions in a LIVE Grillin Ken - including whether the Red Sox are buyers, if the Dodgers are in on Randy Arozarena & should Paul Skenes start the All-Star game?

Dudes & Dorks of the week - Ken admits he had never heard of his Dude before this week!

JOIN FT FREE - Ask your q's LIVE every week on Fair Territory 12:30p ET on Thursdays

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken's All-Star selection reactions, Rangers/Orioles trade deadline thoughts Jul 08, 2024

Show notes

Ken Rosenthal breaks down the All-Star selections with four positives and four negatives about the rosters.

In a bonus Grillin' Ken, questions include why Josh Smith, Brice Turang, Orion Kerkering & some Orioles got snubbed (so far).

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

Inside Dish looks back at Ken's Top 3 All-Star memories, including Bo Jackson's leadoff homer, Mariano Rivera's swan song & Cito Gaston fanning flames in Baltimore.

Another Grillin' Ken answers more All-Star questions, including not having individual team uniforms & whether the number of All-Stars devalues the honor.

Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rays trade Civale to Brewers, Red Sox buyers, HR Derby drama, Ohtani/Judge triple crown? Jul 03, 2024

Show notes

Shohei Ohtani will not be participating in the Home Run Derby. Thoughts on the arm rehab as a good excuse?

Aaron Civale was sent from Tampa Bay to Milwaukee on Wednesday morning. Is this enough or do the Brewers need to make a bigger splash?

Ohtani and Aaron Judge are dominating baseball and both have a shot at the triple crown. Can they keep this pace up as the season chugs along?

Ken is begging the Red Sox to buy now and help this team make a push! Alanna Rizzo continues to state the case for respecting Jarren Duran!

Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 atmanscaped.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brewers trade plans, Jays seller update, Red Sox should try, All-Star picks Jul 01, 2024

Show notes

Ken Rosenthal looks at three teams edging towards the Trade Deadline. He argues that Boston Red Sox fans deserves ownership willing to try to enhance the club.

The Milwaukee Brewers will keep to their custom: add along the margins. The Toronto Blue Jays chirps to tear down are only growing louder, and Ken says it's time for a difficult decision.

Ken defends his All-Star selections in Inside Dish, and highlights the most difficult position to determine.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the stellar job AJ Preller has done in San Diego, whether the Astros will overtake the Mariners in the AL West and should Seth Lugo be the AL's All-Star starter?

Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channel

Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOT Rebounds, Blue Jays Trade Thoughts, Luis Robert Reality Check Jun 27, 2024

Show notes

The Red Sox, Mets, and Cardinals are all surging! Alanna Rizzo and Ken Rosenthal explain which factors are guiding these teams back toward relevancy.

Use code FAIR for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/FOUL

The Astros are back at .500. How have they accomplished this while missing a full rotation worth of big-league starters?

The Blue Jays have a record payroll but the team is struggling. Is it time for a fire sale? It's complicated.

White Sox outfielder Luis Robert is a name that keeps popping up in trade conversations. Where does he land during the deadline or is he staying on the South Side?

Hosts: Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo

Get 20% off + free shipping with the code FOUL20 at manscaped.com

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.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected