Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo score Ken's 2025 season storylines, and look ahead to 2026.

The duo starts with the Dodgers - what will it take for LA to win a 3rd consecutive World Series title? (Top of Show)

(3:15) Juan Soto's first season in Queens was pretty, pretty good. What does he have in store next season?

(5:37) The Trade Deadline didn't happen as anticipated, but Ken has a few teams to already eye for next season.

(9:16) Two teams (Blue Jays & Mariners) thrived under pressure in 2025. Three others still face the heat going into 2026.

(12:14) Grillin' Ken answers the following questions - breakout candidates, a team on the rise, a team falling off & Ken's favorite aspect of the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

(17:32) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Year.

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Ken Rosenthal discusses the Red Sox acquiring Willson Contreras from the Cardinals - another trade between these two teams. (Top of show)

(3:56) Ken unpacks Munetaka Murakami’s 2-year deal with the White Sox.

(6:23) How will the starting pitching trade market entice clubs to make deals?

(8:49) Inside Dish explores the latest news regarding teams pursuing Bo Bichette and Alex Bregman.

(17:24) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including next moves for the Braves, Mets, Pirates and Yankees.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s trade between the Mets and Rangers involving Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien. (Top of show)

(7:40) Ken unpacks his reporting over the weekend that teams are interested in free agent reliever Ryan Helsley becoming a starting pitcher.

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(11:44) Inside Dish unpacks why the Pirates and Marlins, notorious penny pinchers, are signaling to free agents their willingness to spend real dollars to improve their clubs. Why now?

(20:57) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Braves SS plans, Rangers options at 2B, and when will the Blue Jays strike.

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Ken Rosenthal expands on his reporting that Roki Sasaki had an in-person meeting with the Toronto Blue Jays. Will the silver medalists for Shohei Ohtani strike gold? (start of show)

(3:35) Quotes from Fenway Fest in Boston indicate Alex Cora wants Alex Bregman as his second baseman. Will the "incomplete" Red Sox add to their club?

(6:42) Ken argues that it's time for free agents seeking long-term deals (Santander, Flaherty) to consider bridge deals with opt outs.

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(9:49) Ken predicts Pete Alonso's next contract - and isn't blindly throwing darts!

(16:36) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how Hall of Fame voters will treat this generation's starting pitching, if a small market team can actually land Sasaki & if the Cubs new normal is staying well below the luxury tax threshold.

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Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun discuss Nolan Arenado’s trade aspirations and debate which teams could deal for the aging St. Louis Cardinals third baseman. (0:53)

(7:40) Plus, the big names expecting large deals on the last arbitration negotiation day.

(11:28) The gap between divisions that spend and divisions that don't is widening.

(14:45) Ken answers your questions in a live Grillin’ Ken, including where Tanner Scott will end up, Marcus Stroman's Yankees future, an Anthony Santander update, if KC will stay active, the Mets first base options, if Dean Kremer is an Orioles trade chip, and if the Reds will ink an outfielder.

(25:13) Ken also crowns his Dude and Dork of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal explains why the Atlanta Braves have yet to act in free agency. (0:55)

(4:36) Speaking of tepid, the Orioles opted for quantity over quality starting pitchers. There is still time for Mike Elias to acquire an ace.

(7:12) The Dodgers have a number of middle infield options, including newly signed utility man Hyeseong Kim. Ken unpacks how the infield roster may look come Opening Day.

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(9:39) Inside Dish unpacks Ken's 2025 Hall of Fame ballot centered around this year's big dilemma: selecting CC Sabathia and leaving Andy Pettitte off the list.

(19:03) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Jays could trade Vlad Jr. before Opening Day, how the Giants will act after signing Willy Adames and why the directionless Rockies seem to get a pass when criticizing rudderless teams.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks signing Corbin Burnes to a 6-year deal. Where are the snakes in the NL West pecking order? (Top of show)

(07:32) Roki Sasaki considers his MLB move following meeting with teams. 

(10:19) Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso headline free agents still available. Which contenders need a splash, and which teams have disappointed thus far in free agency?

(22:09) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Pirates and Reds offseason plans, whether it's time for Clayton Kershaw to retire, teams interest in the Rays Yandy Diaz & what's next for the Mets.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo share their Top 5 moments of 2024 - and separately chose the same moment as #1! (Top of show)

(11:22) The hosts crown their Dudes of the Year (from the same team) and their John Fisher Dorks of the Year.

(19:35) Ken and Alanna look ahead to 2025 with one storyline they're eyeing in the new year.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Mets & Phillies adding lefties Sean Manaea and Jesús Luzardo to their rotations. Who has the best rotation in baseball right now? (Top of show)

(3:53) The Texas Rangers and Cleveland Guardians had active weekends wheeling and dealing.

(7:46) The Boston Red Sox suddenly have a rebuilt rotation with Walker Buehler added to the mix.

(9:12) Inside Dish remembers Rickey Henderson and laments the three legends lost in 2024.

(14:08) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Dodgers are looking at other right-handed bats besides Teoscar Hernández, the chances the Yankees will add Nolan Arenado and if the Mets are in on Alex Bregman.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the latest reporting that St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is unwilling to waive his no-trade clause to go to the Houston Astros. (top of show)

(10:18) Plus, where the New York Yankees will turn next with Cody Bellinger in the fold. 

(7:02) The New York Mets are embrace quantity to rebuild their rotation, but is it the right move? 

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(13:45) Ken & Alanna answer your questions in Grillin’ Ken, including where Arenado actually wants to go, the validity to the idea O's GM Mike Elias refuses to spend, if the Red Sox are still in on Corbin Burnes and Jurickson Profar's future.

(22:46) The hosts also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal discusses why the Kyle Tucker deal was a trade that Cubs POBO Jed Hoyer needed to make. (start of show)

(4:47) A look at the starting pitching market, including why Corbin Burnes is still out there and where Jack Flaherty could land.

(8:24) The Athletics are dealing! More on the 5-player trade with the Rays, which landed them Jeffrey Springs.

(10:36) Inside Dish unpacks how Ken covered Juan Soto signing his historic Mets contract. 

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(19:47) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including a best flow in the show update, if Roki Sasaki is holding up the market, where the Red Sox could pivot without Burnes & when will the Orioles wake up?

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the trade market for Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (top of show)

(5:00) Corbin Burnes is the last ace standing in free agency. Ken explains why Burnes may be leaning towards a West Coast team.

(9:30) Plus, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees aren’t done adding after acquiring star left-handed pitchers Garrett Crochet and Max Fried. Where are the AL East foes looking now?

(12:06) Ken & Alanna answer your Grillin' Ken questions, including a Teoscar Hernandez update, if Bo Bichette's Blue Jays era is over, chances the Padres part with either Fernando Tatis Jr. or Manny Machado & the best bargain free agent out there.

(20:06) The hosts also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week. 

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to Juan Soto agreeing to a record-setting deal with the New York Mets. Ken breaks down the monster deal and shares how the New York Yankees must move forward without the superstar outfielder. (top of show)

(14:52) Inside Dish breaks down the other Soto suitors left out in the cold: the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. Where do they go from here?

(23:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Dave Parker and Dick Allen earning Hall of Fame election, who the next huge free agent will be, and what hope do small market teams have?

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo break down some Braves activity: signing closer Raisel Iglesias and acquiring Mauricio Dubón from the Astros. (Top of show)

(2:25) Speaking of reunions, a look at the updated FA closers still available with one big name mulling a reunion. 

(4:34) The Astros move Dubón in a cost-cutting move.

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(7:58) The hosts dive into the Los Angeles Angels acquiring Grayson Rodriguez from the Baltimore Orioles for Taylor Ward.

(14:08) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including D'backs outfielders possibly garnering interest, Cubs adding offense, Lars Nootbaar's status, and if Milwaukee could be a home for Josh Jung.

(19:45) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss where the Juan Soto sweepstakes is at and the signs a decision is nearing. (0:37)

(6:44) The hosts dish on a potential Dodgers reunion with Home Run Derby champ Teoscar Hernández. Are they already pivoting from the Soto sweepstakes?

(8:37) Ken shares his latest article on Lance Lynn slimming down in hopes of eating innings for a new team in 2024.

(11:27) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions on the Rangers offseason, Pete Alonso/Mets situation, Hye-Seong Kim and how the Soto bidding process works.

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Ken Rosenthal points to Scott Boras moving quickly this off-season. He also analyzes the pitching outlooks the for the Mets & Cubs following their reported deals with Frankie Montas & Matthew Boyd. (0:39)

(4:51) Everyone is waiting on Juan Soto. Ken predicts which players (and teams) who will see action once someone reels in the biggest fish.

(8:40) Inside Dish recalls past crazy Winter Meetings in Dallas, including one of Ken's biggest career scoops.

(15:00) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how to tell phony free agent reports from the real ones, why teams aren't copying the Dodgers deferral strategy & the Astros offseason approach.

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Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo unpack the growing divide existing between baseball's "haves & have-nots" following Blake Snell's Dodgers deal. They kick around the ramifications for next year's CBA and question if a new TV deal and influx of revenue would urge any skimping owners to spend. (0:55)

(9:21) Alanna & Ken answer your Grillin' Ken questions, including Hal Steinbrenner's Yankees legacy, the idea that all Juan Soto deals are equal, the non-tendered list & how would Ken fix the Marlins?

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(22:33) Alanna & Ken also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Los Angeles Angels signing Yusei Kikuchi to a 3-year deal. LA continues their active offseason. (0:23)

(4:48) The Atlanta Braves are shedding payroll and looking for outfield help before Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider return midseason.

(7:52) Inside Dish explores the Boston Red Sox roster reshuffle this offseason, and how Rafael Devers could shift across the diamond. Ken admits the plan drastically changes if Juan Soto signs - a serious champagne problem!

(14:12) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Mariners offseason plan, an emerging rookie next season and who has baseball's best hair?

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Ken Rosenthal & Scott Braun discuss  Blake Snell meeting with clubs. Could the Red Sox finally get their lefty? (0:37)

(5:50) Japanese star Roki Sasaki’s agent was not pleased with execs thinking he's got a done deal already.

(11:17) Ken and Scott also preview tonight’s MVP announcements and debate if Yankees superstar Aaron Judge & Dodgers unicorm Shohei Ohtani will both earn unanimous MVP awards. 

(15:02) LIVE Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including prospect hoarding, a possible Cody Bellinger trade, and Padres positional holes to fill.

(23:15) Ken also crowns his Dude & Dork of the Week and sheds a little light on teams in on Juan Soto.

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Ken Rosenthal argues the Blue Jays & Red Sox pursuing Juan Soto doesn't make sense for them. (0:49)

(4:31) While the Orioles moving in the left field fence is a good start to their offseason, Ken counters that landing an ace should be in the cards.

(7:02) Ken explains why the Reds & Royals feel like natural trade partners.

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(10:17) Inside Dish unpacks the complicated Rays future. Their new ballpark now seems unlikely...where will the team permanently end up?

(15:43) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including era adjusted stats in Hall of Fame voting, a plan-B if Soto fall throughs & should Red Sox fans be prepared to be disappointed?

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Alanna Rizzo welcomes the Athletic's Katie Woo to discuss the Rays intention to play at Steinbrenner Field in 2025. (0:35)

(2:19) The Cardinals have a new philosophy in 2025 - just don't call it tanking!

(10:20) Woo gives an update on the free agency market. Could we see any moves before Soto signs?

(11:35) Alanna & Katie also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

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(16:39) ESPN's Jesse Rogers lays out how the Cubs can pitch Roki Sasaki heading to the North Side. What kind of pressure exists for Craig Counsell in year two?

(19:18) Plus, Will Venable's checklist as the new White Sox manager and how to best thread the needle for the highest Garrett Crochet return.

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Alanna Rizzo welcomes MLB.com contributing writer Kyle Glaser to break down Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki’s MLB future. 

Glaser speaks on what should we know about the prospect and who are the favorites to land the budding superstar? (0:47)

(6:16) Alanna & Kyle also discuss Yu Darvish's presence in both Sasaki's development and the Padres pursuit. 

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Alanna Rizzo and The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli discuss the Dodgers moving Mookie Betts back to the infield. How will LA piece together the outfield? (0:42)

(4:28) Plus, the Willson Contreras catching experience is seemingly over in St. Louis.

(9:06) The hosts compare Juan Soto’s free agency to free agency for Harper and Machado. 26 year-old superstars get PAID on the open market.

(14:03) Grillin' Britt answers fan questions on the Cubs & Orioles offseason, the Garrett Crochet trade market and Alex Bregman's future.

(23:45) Alanna and Britt also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks his Top 5 offseason storylines, including Scott Boras' laundry list of key free agents, Roki Sasaki's MLB landing spot, which teams are affected by media rights reductions and where Pete Alonso and Juan Soto will end up. (0:34)

(10:13) Inside Dish explores what will take place at this week's GM meetings. Ken recalls key deals consummated after talks started at the GM meetings.

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(16:28) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including which starting pitcher the Red Sox should covet, which small market teams are ready to go for it and why MLB didn't use the highest rated umpires for the World Series.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to last night’s news: the Mariners are reportedly re-signing Josh Naylor to a 5-year deal. (Top of show)

(4:17) The Phillies have moves to make - bringing slugger Kyle Schwarber back is atop their list. 

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(6:36) Guardians star Jose Ramírez is building a Cooperstown, plaque-gallery worthy resume. 

(10:08) Inside Dish dissects the qualifying offer market ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. 

(19:00) Ken takes your Grillin’ Ken questions, including Braves shortstop options, Ketel Marte trade speculation, Red Sox #2 starter pursuit & Kyle Tucker dark horse team.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo put a bow on the Dodgers winning the World Series. Ken explains why the sport, as evidenced by the Fall Classic, is worse off because of what's being valued. (1:09)

(8:00) The offseason churn begins! Ken & Alanna are befuddled by the Jorge Soler fit with the Angels and react to the San Francisco Giants reportedly finding their general manager. 

(14:26) Grillin’ Ken questions include comparing Freddie Freeman's walk-off slam to Kirk Gibson's iconic moment, where Walker Buehler goes this offseason, the Will Venable impact as White Sox new manager and Jordan Montgomery exercising his D'Backs player option.

(22:38) Ken and Alanna also crown this week’s Dudes and Dorks of the Week. Dorks went after a player. Not cool.

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Ken Rosenthal reviews the key storylines following the Dodgers taking the first two World Series games. (0:40)

(2:18) Ken argues why the Yankees shouldn't panic with Aaron Judge's struggles, and shares the team's expectation that the presumptuous AL MVP will flip the switch.

(4:46) Ken also updates us on Shohei Ohtani's injured left shoulder and his game 3 prognosis.

(8:39) Inside Dish reviews Ken's Top 5 all-time postseason moments list. Hear his reasoning why Freddie Freeman's titanic Game 1 walk-off doesn't make the list!

(13:59) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how many future Hall of Famers are playing in this series and any news on the White Sox managerial search.

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World Series is in 1 more sleep! Ken Rosenthal and Scott Braun talk about the matchup from the legacy perspective. Ohtani, Judge, Stanton. Which star has the most to gain in this series? (0:45)

(9:09) More rule changes on the horizon in baseball?

(14:09) Grillin’ Ken answers your LIVE questions, including lineup expectations, offseason trades, and MLB’s dream matchup. 

(27:09) Ken also crowns his Dude and Dork of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal drops his preview of the heavyweight Yankees-Dodgers World Series!

Ken doesn't forget to give the Mets and Guardians their flowers as well. Besides the players, Ken explains why the Guardians and Mets have a hopeful future with who they have running their team. 

This week's Inside Dish spotlights Shohei Ohtani finally making it to the ultimate stage. Ken shares Ohtani's quote to him and how impactful his presence is this postseason. 

Finally, Grillin' Ken highlights the Pirates, Juan Soto, and what the Phillies plan on doing this offseason.

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Walker Buehler shines in Game 3. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss playoff Kiké Hernández powering LA to victory. (1:34)

(4:33) The ALCS shifts to Cleveland. How can Guardians manager Stephen Vogt navigate the Yanks offense?

(11:35) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions on Jerry Reinsdorf potentially selling the White Sox, the path for the Yanks, Triston Casas, the future for the Rays and Ohtani in the media.

(5:29) Also, Alanna and Ken reveal their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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It's LCS time and Ken Rosenthal drops analysis on all teams involved. 

Will the Mets have a little more trouble with their pitching than the Padres had?

The Guardians have been resilient, but Ken questions how Cleveland will grab early leads.

Inside Dish spotlights managing in the postseason and Ken's recent article on Dave Roberts running LA's dugout.  

Grillin' Ken includes questions about Walker Buehler's future, changing the postseason bye format, and what is the Tigers offseason going to look like?

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The scorching Mets and Tigers continue their success. Are they still considered underdogs?

(2:25) The Phillies flopped in New York. What went wrong against the Mets?

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(5:30) Look at the Dodgers staying alive in San Diego. Who will start game 5 for LA? How can they slow down the Padres offense?

(11:47) Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions about regional broadcasts, the Trop, Aaron Judge's struggles and Giancarlo Stanton's HOF case.

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks the four teams facing the most pressure with each Division Series tied 1-1. The Dodgers billion dollar offseason doesn't automatically make them #1 (0:52).

(9:00) Inside Dish spotlights Manny Machado: the Padres leader and the Dodgers villain. Ken talks about how he described Machado's leadership on Sunday's FOX broadcast, and how Manny's career arc contextualizes the latest incident.

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(17:53) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why the Yankees always play in primetime, how the Orioles break through next October and if Reds fans can be happy with Terry Francona becoming Cincinnati's manager.

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About the Yankees...is there now no excuse for a World Series run with the Astros done?

Grillin’ Ken answers your questions including if Detroit is this year's 2023 Diamondbacks and are the Cardinals entering a full rebuild?

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Is this Mets-Braves doubleheader a hot mess? Ken Rosenthal covers the botched weather calls and previews the Wild Card Series matchups set in stone.

(9:09) Ken shares his top five favorite postseason moments of all time.

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(18:24) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the 2024 White Sox would fair against the Triple-A champions, Cardinal reorganization, and the Jays plan post-Vladdy Jr.

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Ken Rosenthal starts the show with news the Padres are exploring a sale. (Top of show).

(1:47) He also unpacks his NL Cy Young ballot following Paul Skenes’ unanimous win last night. 

(4:31) Looking ahead to tonight’s AL MVP announcement: why fans can celebrate both New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh regardless of who wins. 

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(8:30) Ken expects Shohei Ohtani will win NL MVP tonight - his 4th MVP award in 5 seasons!

(9:06) Ken also explores the closer free agent market this offseason. 

(11:59) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Buxton possible fit in Atlanta, factoring in ballpark adjustments with voting, a Dodgers package to land Paul Skenes, the relief trade market & big market teams approaching a salary cap. 

(19:47) Ken crowns his Dude & Dork of the Week.

(25:07) A closer look at how Paul DePodesta intends to lead the Rockies.

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Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss the series of unfortunate events that results in a Mets-Braves doubleheader Monday in Atlanta. Fingers should be pointed at all involved parties. (0:32)

(6:11) Ken unpacks his most recent article about 10 managers likely under pressure this offseason. 

(14:48) Ken & Alanna also answer your questions in a LIVE Grillin’ Ken, including if the Tigers can be a playoff force, an early free agency primer and are other teams are sick of the AL Central beating up on the White Sox?

(24:11) Plus, a tip of the cap to Oakland and their fans in Dude & Dork of the Week. Alanna explains why stadium scoreboard proposals are TIRED.

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Ken Rosenthal congratulates the NL East champion Phillies and dissects their chances come October (0:24).

(5:26) So much for the AL Wild Card being decided! Ken laments collapses do happen (psst Royals & Twins) and they opened the door for the Tigers & Mariners to make this a race. 

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(10:22) Inside Dish unpacks the NL Rookie of the Year race, and Ken considers whether a Paul Skenes historic rookie season is enough to hold off stellar campaigns by the Jacksons--Merrill and Chourio.

(19:00) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including a favorite memory at the Coliseum, ranking the NL playoff rotations & whether Max Fried or Corbin Burnes will do better this offseason on the market.

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The Tigers just swept the Royals. Will this Twins downfall help vault Detroit into the playoffs?

The Brewers just clinch the NL Central. Are the Yankees about to clinch the AL East with this Orioles 2nd half dud?

Ken dives into his article with Britt Ghiroli about the White Sox ineptness as an organization with some interesting quotes.

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Grillin’ Ken answers fan questions about team planes, small market success, AL Cy Young voting, and the Red Sox offseason outlook.

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Ken Rosenthal explores the fascinating Mets-Braves NL Wild Card race with the latest wrinkle: Francisco Lindor sidelined over the weekend. Ken explains how he feels either team will likely be favored against the Brewers in the first round. (2:15)

(5:24) Tyler Glasnow is out and the Dodgers don't feel like a team that can survive the playoffs as is. Ken unpacks where LA goes from here and how they could take inspiration from last year's Rangers.

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(9:06) The Orioles are scuffling and seemingly eliminated in the AL East race. Ken discusses what has gone wrong.

(11:29) Inside Dish dives into the lead-up, incident and aftermath in New York that cost Ken another suit!

(18:24) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including indications the Tigers are ready to spend this offseason, how the Cubs can climb back into the playoffs in 2025, and if Barry Bonds should be in the Hall of Fame for his pre-steroid career.

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Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss Houston Astros star Jose Altuve’s injury and how Byron Buxton’s looming return to the Twins affects the AL playoff picture. (0:47)

(6:22) Ken & Alanna debate which bullpens are most equipped for October. 

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(10:36) The Seattle Mariners and Atlanta Braves are on the playoff periphery despite terrific pitching - what does that say about how teams try to survive the regular season?

(13:42) LIVE Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Tigers pitching coach Chris Fetter could be managing next year, could Walker Buehler move to the bullpen, the Mets pursuing Juan Soto and if the next CBA would have a free agency deadline.

(23:07) The hosts also crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal surveys the pennant chase with a look at the Wild Card races and trends towards October. The AL's top teams (Yankees, Orioles, Guardians) are treading water while the NL Wild Card race is worth watching down the stretch. (00:26)

(08:17) Inside Dish explores the Royals turnaround thanks to the team's willingness to spend. Ken calls Bobby Witt Jr. a Top 5 player in the sport.

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(16:02) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Ken's favorite baseball book, the offseason payday looming for Sean Manaea & Michael Wacha, and which non-playoff teams are primed to open their checkbooks?

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Newly retired Joey Votto joins Ken Rosenthal for a special 1-on-1 episode!

(0:41) Ken and the Reds legend discuss his retirement announcement and what regrets Votto has leaving the game behind.

(8:58) Votto dives into his passion for baseball history and how he used old at-bats from the all-time greats to mold his game.

(14:32) Ken asks THE question: is Joey Votto a Hall of Famer?

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(18:54) Plus, Ken & Joey dive into his mental health advocacy and wrestling with his own personal issues as a public persona.

(30:48) Votto also describes the challenge of speaking out on social issues in a diverse clubhouse. 

(35:28) Votto describes the post-career interests he's ready to pursue.

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Ken Rosenthal explains why the Matt Chapman monster extension with the Giants might be the start of the revenge tour for super agent Scott Boras. (0:55)

(5:23) Alanna Rizzo and Ken react to the combined no-hitter from the Cubs. Is Shota Imanaga having a massively underrated season?

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(10:38) Grillin’ Ken includes questions on what went wrong for the Red Sox, free agent situations for Blake Snell and Corbin Burnes, plus an updated look at the NL Rookie of the Year race.

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Primed for the stretch run, Ken Rosenthal looks at teams awaiting big names to return from injury and bolster their rosters. (0:28)

(8:56) Ken also unpacks his story in The Athletic about passive ownership unwilling to make front office changes on underachieving clubs - the Rockies, A's & White Sox aren't even worth mentioning! Why do teams leave mediocrity alone?

(17:43) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the NL Rookie of the Year debate, if the D'Backs can make a long postseason run and should the Braves panic? Plus, Ken answers 6 rapid-fire off-field questions!

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The Braves are surging again! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview the BIG Phillies-Braves series on tap. Also, what do the Mets need to fix fast to still have a chance at a playoff spot?

Then it's a Dodgers-Diamondbacks preview. How is LA's rotation feeling?

The Pirates took a step back. Who will take the fall?

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Ken reacts to Jordan Montgomery's comments blasting Scott Boras.

Grillin Ken includes a great fan question: Which career do you think ends up best between Jackson Merrill, Jackson Holliday and Jackson Chourio? 

Also, Ken chimes in on the MVP races and the signing urgency for the next free agent class.

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks what we know in Sunday’s indictment of Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase. (Top of show)

(3:06) The Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers face critical decisions this offseason. 

(6:33) Ken also tips his cap to Kyle Hendricks following the righty’s retirement. 

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(9:40) Inside Dish explores the unconventional thinking in clubs’ hiring this offseason. 

(17:18) Ken  takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including offseason outlook for the Yankees, Pirates and Guardians. Plus, questions about the CBA, Tarik Skubal's future and a team willing to trade the farm to bolster their Big League club.

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Ken Rosenthal marvels at Aaron Judge's historic season and breaks down if the Yankees captain can surpass his 2022 home run record. (0:24)

(3:59) Francisco Lindor has entered the NL MVP conversation and Ken weighs a huge factor when comparing the Mets shortstop to Shohei Ohtani.

(6:22) Resetting the playoff races, Ken says the focus will soon become all about playoff seeding.

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(10:24) Inside Dish looks at the Arizona Diamondbacks starting rotation compared to the rest of the NL contenders.

(18:09) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Nationals will reunite with Juan Soto this offseason, the chances the Athletics spend on free agents before their Vegas move & just how good is Jackson Merrill?

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Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss whether Aaron Judge or Bobby Witt Jr. has the inside track on AL MVP. (0:45)

(4:33) Mariners fans are sleepless in Seattle over their lack of offense and changes are coming. 

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(9:24) Joey Votto calls it a career - could Votto get a Hall call when eligible? 

(23:52) Alanna relates her hilarious Milwaukee sausage race to her Dork of the Week!

(15:28) Ken & Alanna answer your questions in a LIVE Grillin' Ken, including predicting the team with "too much rest" come October, could Judge & Bobby Witt win Co-MVP, does Carlos Mendoza have a chance as NL Manager of the Year and which Wild Card seed has the best path to the World Series?

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Ken Rosenthal thinks either the D'Backs or Padres are better positioned than the Dodgers to claim the NL West and make a run into October. (0:35)

(6:33) The Milwaukee Brewers are rolling. Their sweep of the Guardians widens a massive NL Central lead to 11 games.

(9:15) Inside Dish explores Ken's recent article regarding the Pirates managing Paul Skenes for the rest of the regular season. There is an argument to shut down Skenes for the season, but as Ken unpacks, it's complicated.

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(19:26) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Pat Murphy is the NL Manager of the Year, can the Cubs chase down the 3rd Wild Card spot and how can the Braves close the gap with the Phillies in the NL East?

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