Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal

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Answering questions about the Braves, Mets, Phillies, Reds & Red Sox Apr 23, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo size up the Mets snapping a 12-game losing streak. (top of show)

(06:36) The Phillies now own the longest skid in baseball. What's happening? They also cover Boston's continued offensive struggles against the Yankees.

(08:28) The Braves have surged under manager Walt Weiss. Ken shares insight on Weiss' managing style and rising Atlanta names like Didier Fuentes and JR Ritchie.

(12:11) In Grillin’ Ken, the Reds get some love and Ken shares his thoughts on the Diamondbacks and Padres in the NL West.

(20:48) Plus, the latest edition of Dude and Dorks of the week.

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Managers on the Hot Seat, Edwin Díaz and Garrett Crochet problems, Yankees have a new bash bro duo Apr 20, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal breaks down the early-season struggles of Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz and Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet. (Top of Show)

(3:33) The Bronx Bombers were in full effect against the Royals, while the Padres stay hot.

(6:17) Speaking of hot, Ken breaks down the fast starts of the Braves, Cardinals, and Cubs.

(12:25) Inside Dish looks at the other side of the coin: managers on the hot seat after rough weekends.

(21:59) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions: Cal Raleigh’s tough offensive start and whether the Marlins will deal Sandy Alcántara.

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Vintage Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani’s elite arm, MLB's rookie surge Apr 16, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo marvel at Angels superstar Mike Trout shining under the Yankee Stadium bright lights this week. (top of show)

(4:28) Let's check in on baseball’s awesome rookies: Kevin McGonigle, Konnor Griffin, JJ Wetherholt and Sal Stewart.

(8:18) Plus, takeaways from the Mets-Dodgers series, where Shohei Ohtani dominated on the mound.

(14:10) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including the Pirates six-man rotation, the Marlins' hot start, Elly De La Cruz extension talks, and Nick Pivetta's injury.

(21:32) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Mets & Yankees skidding, Injuries for Brewers/Blue Jays/Astros, Mason Miller Cy Young chances Apr 13, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks the losing skids for the Yankees and Mets reaching 5 games. He shares his worries about one team long-term. (Top of show)

(3:35) Speaking of worries, the Blue Jays, Brewers and Astros are hit with the injury bug.

(9:54) Inside Dish explores if Padres closer Mason Miller could win the NL Cy Young award.

Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Rays small ball, if the Blue Jays overachieved in 2025, and if the Mariners and Tigers are back.

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New Shohei Ohtani rules? Konnor Griffin extension, Underrated teams Apr 09, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down the renewed debate around whether Shohei Ohtani should have more time to ramp up between pitching innings following the Dodgers vs Blue Jays rematch. (top of show)

(4:57) The hosts dive into the massive extension for Konnor Griffin and what it signals about how teams are valuing young talent.

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(6:29) They also highlight the early-season surprises across the league, including the Rangers sweep of the Mariners, the Reds sitting atop the NL Central, and the Rockies hovering around .500.

(12:29) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including Ken’s favorite City Connect uniforms and how the Orioles and Cubs can adjust following injuries to Zach Eflin and Cade Horton.

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(21:28) Ken and Alanna crown their Dude and Dork of the Week.

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Mookie Betts, Juan Soto & Hunter Brown injured; O’s & Red Sox slow starts, Jo Adell's INCREDIBLE night Apr 06, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks injuries to big names: Mookie Betts, Hunter Brown, Juan Soto and Alejandro Kirk (Top of show).

(5:15) Ken explores why a few teams are starting slow - the Red Sox, Orioles and Giants.

(11:26) A look back at Jo Adell's incredible show Saturday night.

(18:30) Ken explores his latest piece in The Athletic about Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner.

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Konnor Griffin Called Up! Who’s Hot & Who’s Not, Early Season Trends Apr 02, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Pirates calling up top prospect Konnor Griffin and what it means for the organization moving forward. (top of show)

(5:25) Why are some MLB teams willing to offer long-term deals to unproven top prospects? Ken dives in.

(7:48) Who’s hot and who’s not around the league? Ken breaks down early-season trends for teams off to fast starts and those already facing questions.

(12:48) In Grillin' Ken, the live chat audience has questions about the Red Sox and their slow start, the next wave of impact prospects who could follow in Konnor Griffin's footsteps, the state of the Blue Jays' starting rotation and more!

(20:22) Ken and Alanna give their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Viral ABS Challenges, Hot Rookies, Yankees & Blue Jays start strong Mar 30, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal has observations following the first weekend of baseball in 2026. The Yankees and Blue Jays are both hot out of the gates thanks to dominant pitching. (top of show)

(3:16) The kids are alright: Chase DeLauter, JJ Wetherholt, Owen Caissie and Munetaka Murakami all had weekends to remember.

(6:28) Plus, why the Pirates might have an Oneil Cruz problem in center field.

(8:43) Inside Dish unpacks the ABS’ successful first weekend that adds another layer to on-field scrutiny.

(16:50) Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including possible overreaction to Andrew McCutchen in Texas, Phillies lineup, if ABS will eventually go to 3 challenges, if Murakami is better than we thought and if Ken is worried about Bo Bichette.

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Opening Day Storylines: Chourio to IL, Roki Sasaki, Mets sign Pham Mar 26, 2026

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Happy Opening Day! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo start the show with Tommy Pham signing a minor league deal with the Mets. (Top of show)

(01:30) The Brewers placed Jackson Chourio on the IL.

(3:24) The hosts also discuss the Dodgers three-peat pursuit, the Astros being overlooked and the teams Ken thinks can surprise this season.

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(12:29) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Masataka Yoshida's Red Sox future, NL East predictions, Orioles rotation, and an AL MVP candidate that isn't Aaron Judge.

(21:04) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

(25:02) The Padres sale valuation is reportedly turning heads.

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Pirates option Konnor Griffin, Cristopher Sánchez extension, Max Scherzer piano-playing rehab Mar 23, 2026

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Ken Rosenthal discusses why the Phillies chose to extend Cristopher Sánchez. (Top of show)

(4:18) Pirates phenom Konnor Griffin headlines a talented group optioned to Triple-A.

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(10:07) Ken is high on the Marlins, but they'll need to start the year without 2025 All-Star Kyle Stowers.

(12:06) Inside Dish explores Ken's recent article about Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer thumb rehab.

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(19:29) Grillin' Ken answers questions, including Opening Day memories, a pitching matchup to eye this coming weekend, and if there are executives and managers already on the hot seat.

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