Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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Ippei IS NOT Ohtani's "fall guy", Astros deep dive, Braves & Brewers pitching health Apr 15, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal's message to conspiracy theorists: Ippei Mizuhara isn't Shohei Ohtani's "fall guy." Ken unpacks how the 37-page federal complaint against Mizuhara shows Ohtani is the innocent victim against his former interpreter.

Inside Dish takes a closer look at pitching depth for three teams: the Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves & Milwaukee Brewers. Ken explains that the team to navigate through losing some key pieces on the mound will be the team standing tall in October.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Braves are in the market for another starter, who Ken would unilaterally put into the Hall of Fame and how MLB really feels about notorious umpire Ángel Hernández.

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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Ippei Mizuhara drama, chilly Cardinals bats, Orioles talent surge Apr 11, 2024

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What's the latest with Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara? Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo updates us on the next steps in the investigation.

The game’s #1 overall prospect, Jackson Holliday, headlines the O's oncoming youth movement. Ken and Alanna review the ridiculous overflow of young talent in Baltimore.

How concerned should the St. Louis Cardinals be about their big bats off to a sluggish start?

Plus, Ken & Alanna share the most famous people in their phones and answer your LIVE questions in Grillin' Ken.

One fan asks if the league should have the commissioner and CEO jobs separate. Also, robo ump q's emerge!

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MLB arm injury crisis, Marlins void Skip's 2025 deal, Strasburg's legacy, Dodgers historic O Apr 08, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal is fired up about MLB's pitching injury crisis. He argues that the league v. players approach is a FAIL.

Ken reacts to news that manager Skip Schumaker is a "lame duck" one year after guiding the team to the playoffs and winning NL Manager of the Year. He predicts what Schumaker and Alex Cora could earn on the manager open market this offseason.

Miami's 0-9 start reminded Ken of the 1988 Baltimore Orioles who started 0-21. Inside Dish shares stories covering that infamous team.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Stephen Strasburg's complicated legacy, comparing this year's Dodgers lineup to historically great offenses, the Red Sox options at shortstop following Trevor Story's injury & what to make of the Royals early season surge.

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A’s moving to Sacramento, Yankees stellar trip, RIP Larry Lucchino Apr 04, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal blasts MLB for the "absolute charade" of the A's relocation mess, which now stops in Sacramento. Alanna Rizzo questions the next steps in this saga.

Alanna and Ken detail a hot Yankees start that could be even more promising than it looks!

RIP to legendary baseball executive Larry Lucchino. Ken and Alanna share inside stories and want him to be in the Hall of Fame.

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Juan Soto's MONSTER weekend, another Pirates hot start, Mets frustration Apr 01, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal recaps opening weekend headlined by Juan Soto's huge performance to lead the Yankees to a sweep in Houston. Soto is starting his contract year in a BIG way.

The Rhys Hoskins slide hooplah was not the only problem for the Mets falling to the Brewers.

The Pirates are off to another hot start. Ken explains why Pittsburgh's upcoming schedule should give them room to keep rolling.

Inside Dish unpacks the multi-layered story on the Dodgers $1.3 billion offseason. Ken rehashes how the reporting came about & why it's one of the all-time favorite stories he’s ever written.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the suspensions dolled out to the Mets, the media sleeping on the Rangers, surprise teams & worst overreaction after the first weekend of baseball.

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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OPENING DAY THOUGHTS! Will Smith extension, Boras scorecard Mar 28, 2024

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The offseason is OVER and we had a Jordan Montgomery signing at the buzzer. Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss the strong offseason moves by the Diamondbacks and also cover the Will Smith extension news in the NL West. Did the Dodgers get a bargain and help out their luxury tax penalty?

Opening Day thoughts with all the feels. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo get us excited for MLB 2024 season LIFTOFF!

One Grillin' Ken question leads to a deep dive rookie discussion. The game is in a great place with young talent!

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Ohtani story unknowns, MLBPA drama, Mets sign J.D. Martinez Mar 25, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal recaps what is still unknown in the Shohei Ohtani & Ippei Mizuhara story. Ohtani is set to speak sometime Monday - Ken cautions fans to temper expectations.

He also reacts to the Mets inking J.D. Martinez to a 1-year, $12 million deal.

Ken argues the Orioles sent down Jackson Holliday with legitimate, baseball concerns about the star prospect. No service time manipulation here.

Plus, Wyatt Langford is ready to mash in the middle of the Texas Rangers lineup.

Inside Dish unpacks the latest in the MLBPA story. Ken is hearing rumblings & another labor battle looms.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if White Sox manager Pedro Grifol is on the hot seat in Chicago, a timeline for Jordan Montgomery to sign & Ken's most heartfelt moment covering baseball.

Ken also looks ahead to covering his first game of the season: Yankees at Astros Saturday on FOX.

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Ohtani Fallout, Yamamoto shelled, MLBPA turmoil, GM hot seats! Mar 21, 2024

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Welcome Alanna Rizzo to the FT fam, and the first LIVE Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal!

Ken & Alanna dive into the Shohei Ohtani translator scandal. They also unpack the Dodgers & Padres splitting the Seoul Series & explain why it's WAY too soon to hit the panic button on Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

With dissenting voices getting louder, will the latest MLBPA turmoil lead to major changes?

Pitching reinforcements are still out there (@Jordan Montgomery & @Mike Clevinger). Ken & Alanna tie in the union storm with the Texas Rangers inking Michael Lorenzen to a 1-year deal.

LIVE Grillin' Ken includes GMs on the hot seat, Yankees depth pursuits & real NL West contenders.

Don't miss: A pair of Dudes & Dorks of the Week!

The Foul Territory fam is growing! Catch the next Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal & Dodgers Territory debut on Monday! Baseball the way it should be covered --> FT YouTube channel

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Blake Snell buyers beware? Mookie Betts welcomes BIG challenge Mar 18, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal shares concerns with signing Blake Snell this close to the season, especially if Snell seeks a one-year deal. Capable arms are out there for teams who need pitching reinforcements: @Yankees @Astros

Mookie Betts wants the challenge of moving to shortstop. Inside Dish weighs the Dodgers risk/reward moving their gold-glove superstar to an entirely new position.

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Mookie Betts Moving to SS, Votto Finds his True North, Noelvi Marte Suspended Mar 11, 2024

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Ken Rosenthal weighs in on Mookie Betts moving to shortstop after Gavin Lux’s case of the mysterious “yips”.

Joey Votto feels like a kid again after signing a minor-league deal with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Ken talks about Reds rookie Noelvi Marte getting handed an 80-game PED suspension.

Grillin' Ken answers your q's every week!

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