Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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Imanaga dazzling, Edwin Diaz struggling, Pirates winning path, Blue Jays crossroads, Soto extension not imminent May 20, 2024

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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.

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Phantastic Phillies, Ohtani Just Hitting, Sale/Cease Trade Evals May 16, 2024

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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!

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Paul Skenes debut recap, Cardinals sinking, Giants injuries May 13, 2024

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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 :)

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Here Comes Paul Skenes, Cardinals lose Contreras, Astros crumbling May 09, 2024

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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?

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Marlins quit on 2024 - why now for Arráez trade, Buehler's back, Corey Seager concerns, Trout isn't Tony Gwynn May 06, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks the San Diego Padres landing Luis Arráez from the Miami Marlins. Ken tries to comprehend why this deal happened now and why the Marlins quit after making the playoffs last year.

Plus, big storylines this week include Walker Buehler making his highly anticipated return to the Dodgers rotation, Kyle Manzardo's major league debut in Cleveland & the struggling Astros start a series in the Bronx on Tuesday.

Speaking of debuts, Ken relives his favorite debut performances that he's covered, including Christian Scott's stellar start on Saturday against Tampa Bay.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Corey Seager's rough start and the vibes in the Rays clubhouse. Plus, Ken claps back at criticism of his "Mr. Angel" Mike Trout column from last week and explains why Trout isn't a modern day Tony Gwynn.

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Red Sox can pitch! AL Central real or nah? Trout injury aftermath May 02, 2024

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How devastating is Mike Trout's latest injury for his career? Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo talk out how it might halt a trade from ever happening.

The cries for the Red Sox to add pitching in the offseason have quieted down. Will it last?

What's up with the AL Central? The Twins are soaring and Steven Kwan is a surprise MVP candidate.

Other questions include word on Dodgers flamethrower Bobby Miller, Mariners pitching, A's surprising, the controversial ending to the Cubs/Mets game & why the early start times?

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NL 3-horse race, Pete Alonso's Mets future, Reynaldo Lopez shining, Guardians success, should Blue Jays blow it up? Apr 29, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal weighs the pitching landscape for the NL's three dominant teams - the Phillies, Braves & Dodgers. Who has the edge on the other two juggernauts?

A fascinating offseason awaits for Pete Alonso. Now part of the Mets 200 home run club, and given how contracts have changed for first baseman, what does the future hold for the Polar Bear?

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including should the Blue Jays clean house, Reynaldo Lopez being the best free agent pitcher signing last offseason & should Cleveland start planning their World Series parade??

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Red Sox infirmary, Boone is innocent, Boras 4 faltering, Doval too EXTRA? Apr 25, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo cover the Red Sox staying afloat despite losing a league-leading 13 players to the IL.

Blake Snell headed to the IL allows us to revisit the Boras Four. They're not doing so hot to start the season.

Has baseball gone too far with closer entrances?

Fan q's include: Mason Miller trade candidate, Willy Adames not for sale, Nats for sale affecting their spending & why stolen bases are down again.

Ken & Alanna also react to Aaron Boone's wrongful ejection Monday in Dude & Dork of the Week!

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PANIC meters - Snell, Goldy, Hendricks, Abreu, booing Judge, Mendoza’s Mets Apr 22, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal gauges the panic meter for four marquee players underperforming to start the season: Blake Snell, Paul Goldschmidt, Jose Abreu & Kyle Hendricks.

The Mets looked disinteresting in Spring Training, but now they've got juice! Ken explains how his initial impressions have changed, thanks in part to first-year manager Carlos Mendoza.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why every team doesn't have a retractable roof, biggest small market surprises, Juan Soto's next contract & what's wrong with Aaron Judge??

Fair Territory will be LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.

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Mets real? Dodgers down, Angels lose Robert Stephenson, EARLY trade deadline chatter Apr 18, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo tackle the early season Mets surge. We will learn more about them this weekend when they face the Dodgers.

What are the Guardians and Brewers doing right to lead their Central divisions? EARLY trade deadline question coming through but Ken's on it.

Ken & Alanna answer your questions LIVE in Grillin' Ken and award their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

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