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 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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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?

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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. 

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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?

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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. 

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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!

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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).

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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.

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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!

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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?

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

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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? 

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Ken Rosenthal breaks down the biggest needs for 5 contenders - the demand for starting pitching (Orioles, Brewers & Guardians) outweighed the supply even before Jesus Luzardo & Patrick Sandoval went on the IL. 

The Yankees know they'll have work to do at the trade deadline. They reshuffled their roster to get a head start.

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Ken argues the fading Blue Jays need to make tough choices. Is it time for the total rebuild?

Inside Dish recalls the Rickwood Field game Thursday on FOX. Ken shares why MLB's intentions are good, and the importance of bringing baseball's dark past to the forefront. 

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including whether the Astros surge is a statement, whether Royce Lewis should be an All-Star & the likelihood that Shohei Ohtani becomes the first DH to win MVP.

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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 and Alanna Rizzo share stories of Willie Mays, whose legacy and impact will be on full display at the Rickwood Field game. What makes this night so special for MLB and what can fans expect from this renovated ballpark?

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Jarren Duran and the Red Sox are surging. Is Duran smiling his way into the All-Star conversation?

Royce Lewis has a smile as big as Duran’s but does his damage with the long ball… What about his game reminds Ken of the Say Hey Kid?

The Rays are probably out of contention but they have plenty of starting pitching to deal at the deadline. Which arms are on the block in Tampa?

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Ken Rosenthal covers the Mookie Betts and Yoshinobu Yamamoto injuries suffered over the weekend.

Ken previews the massive AL "Beast" series between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees. The Mariners also deserve attention after sweeping the Rangers and heading into their showdown with Cleveland.

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Inside Dish takes another swing on the question circling the industry: where is Alex Cora managing next season?

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if it's time for the Cubs to panic, why arbitration is a flawed system that isn't going anywhere and Ken shares his favorite baseball movie.

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Who is the hottest juggernaut between AL East powers? Ken Rosenthal & Alanna Rizzo discuss how the Orioles and Yankees are lapping the American League field.

We thought Dodgers-Yanks was a World Series preview…not so fast! Phillies-Orioles this weekend should have the same hype.

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Plus, why the Phillies decided now was the right time for star catcher J.T. Realmuto's surgery.

Wild Card standings in both leagues are jammed - what do we know about the buyers and sellers come Trade Deadline season?

Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including Mason Miller's future, most memorable in-season trades and where Alex Cora may manage next season.

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Ken Rosenthal unpacks the awesome scene in the Bronx Dodgers-Yankees series this weekend.

He explores four areas the Yankees need to shore up before October.

While fun, the London Series "juice" may not be worth "the squeeze" in spreading baseball across Europe.

The Reds have rebounded and the Royals are going for it. Ken dishes on both teams rising in the standings

Inside Dish applauds players speaking in English as a second language in interviews. Teoscar Hernandez showed off his personality and raised his stardom this weekend, and Ken argues speaking in English helped fans connect with him.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what a return package for Luis Robert Jr. could be, what happened at the beginning of Saturday's FOX game, and why Red Sox fans are reasonably irked by John Henry's quotes in the Financial Times.

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All-Star ballots are open! Bobby Witt Jr. and Gunnar Henderson aren’t making it easy. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo debate the AL shortstop battle. Also, who should fans pick to start in the NL outfield?

The Dodgers and Yankees are set to square off in a must-watch series in the Bronx this weekend. Which star-studded lineup will show off in the Bronx?

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The NL Wild Card race has a massive amount of contenders. Why are there so many teams under .500 in the NL and how will it impact buyers and sellers?

Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including if Carlos Rodon is due for regression, the state of the Pirates, will the Mariners keep the division and who might land Garrett Crochet?

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to the breaking news that MLB disciplined five players for betting on baseball. The headliner is Padres utility player Tucupita Marcano - banned for life.

The Yankees are tied with the Phillies for MLB's best record thanks to a pitching staff surging, even without Gerrit Cole. On the other side, Blake Snell is back on the injured list. His first season in San Francisco continues to be a disaster.

Inside Dish explores the Houston Astros crossroads. Ken explains why we shouldn't believe GM Dana Brown saying he expects Houston to buy at the trade deadline.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what trade chips the Rockies have, how the Yankees can keep Juan Soto and what comes next for former #1 pick Spencer Torkelson.

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The Mets are crumbling in Queens. Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo cover the Jorge Lopez meltdown, Pete Alonso’s future & Steve Cohen’s ownership tenure.

Paul Skenes is a certified pro. His 4th start went as well as expected and it's clear the Pirates have a star on their hands. Should they monitor his innings or let him roll?

The Negro League statistics were added to MLB record books. Why is this so important and who are your newest stat leaders? Ken has the answers.

Also, why are the Brewers so good and which teams will come out hot in the second half?

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to MLB's "Ding dong the witch is dead moment" as longtime umpire Ángel Hernández retires.

Aaron Judge is on fire for the Yanks, showing us just how long the season can be. Judge getting booed in the Bronx feels like a long time ago!

Speaking of hot, the Cleveland Guardians retooled their offense. Thanks to a lock-down bullpen, new manager and power surge, the Guardians sport their best start in franchise history.

Inside Dish laments Ronald Acuña Jr.'s latest injury setback as another freak injury that robs one of the game's most exciting players of more time in his prime. Not apples to apples, but Ken sees parallels emerging between the Braves superstar and Mike Trout.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including outfielders possibly on the move this trade deadline, the relationship between American & Japanese reporters and how CJ Abrams is underrated.

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Are Oli Marmol and John Schneider on shaky ground? Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo evaluate manager hot seats for the Cardinals, Blue Jays and other clubs.

The Royals are the hottest team in the American League. They did something that has become rare and it's working!

The Astros still have work to do but Ken explains why he believes they are an October baseball team.

Oneil Cruz is mashing hard-hit records - isn't baseball fun when superstar players show off their talent?!

A Prom Queen and a prom no-show react to Bryce Harper's neighborly assist!

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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??

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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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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. 

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Does Juan Soto love playing with Aaron Judge so much that the Yankees are his top choice in free agency? Ken Rosenthal applauds Judge for reaching 300 homers faster than anyone.

Scott Braun fills in for Alanna Rizzo to co-host FairT and asks Ken about the NL West race heating up while the NL Central is turning into a dud division besides Milwaukee.

Ken also covers the Rockies placing Elias Diaz on waivers and if the Rangers might cut some big arms loose this month.

Grillin' Ken fan questions include a potential shutdown for Pirates rookie stud Paul Skenes and the Dork of the week did not respect Aaron Judge's greatness!

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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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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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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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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.

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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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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.

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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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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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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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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Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Giants landing Matt Chapman to a deal rife with opt-outs and doesn’t believe GM Farhan Zaidi saying their offseason is complete!

Ronald Acuña Jr. is flying across the country to see a specialist about his right knee. That fact alone is concerning for the Braves.

Inside Dish explores a conversation Ken had with Angels legend Mike Trout saying he’s "hellbent" on returning to his former self and Ken points to signs that his desire to play with one team might not last.

Dude of the Week got his ring & Dork of the Week is coming up short where it matters most: in the guarantees.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the new device hitters will use to prep for relievers, where Ken stands on expansion to 32 cities & odds that Alex Cora odds finishes the season as Red Sox skipper.

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Ken Rosenthal suggests pitching is the key to postseason success. He explores which contenders have the arms to survive & thrive come October. (1:30)

The arrow is pointing up on the D'Backs, Braves, Giants & Cubs. Not so much for the Twins, Guardians, Orioles & Dodgers.

(7:50) Inside Dish breaks down the three-horse NL Rookie of the Year race between Paul Skenes, Jackson Merrill & Shota Imanaga. Who has the edge right now?

(15:40) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the NL West could get four teams into October, the Cardinals looming front office teardown & what Alex Bregman's free agent future looks like.

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Ken Rosenthal reacts to Cody Bellinger inking a "pillow" deal with the Chicago Cubs. Did Scott Boras overplay his hand with his free agent class?

The Pirates may be telling us they're ready to compete but Ken explains how a lot needs to go right if owner Bob Nutting won't spend in free agency.

Plus, a look at Eduardo Rodriguez emulating Pedro Martinez at D'Backs camp.

Dudes of the Week flocked to Fans Fast in Oakland over the weekend & the Dork of the Week can't admit it screwed up these new uniforms.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Mariners are better, why it feels like the Angels aren't trying to improve, and a non-playoff team from last year that will make it to October.

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Ken Rosenthal questions if the six Scott Boras unsigned clients will ever get the deals they want. The Cubs, Giants, Yankees & Rangers haven't blinked yet and the stand off has no end in sight.

Ken tries to make sense of the disjointed and "poorly constructed" San Diego Padres. Xander Bogaerts is changing positions but is it the best move for the team long-term?

Inside Dish unpacks how to share news during tragic situations. Ken relates his Kansas City Royals article to times when he broke tragic news during the World Series.

Dude of the Week amazed Ken during their first encounter. 

Dork of the Week could be Rob Manfred for another tone deaf comment, but instead, it's the Washington Nationals for forcing Stephen Strasburg to report to camp.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Yankees will ink another starting pitcher, candidates to replace Manfred as MLB's commissioner, why Gary Sanchez signing with the Brewers is still up in the air & if Ken will ever show up with the Savannah Bananas!

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Ken Rosenthal's Top 5 spring training storylines include the Dodger machine, Juan Soto's Yankees, contract extension candidates, eight new managers and the Boras Four.

Plus, a look at the NL Central with the Pittsburgh Pirates adding Yasmani Grandal to the squad.

Inside Dish explores how Ken covers spring training in Arizona & Florida.

Ken also looks at how Carlos Correa set up a memorable interview after Cody Bellinger started squawking.

Dude of the Week had an almost robotic run in Cleveland & Dupes of the Week owe John Fisher millions of public funds.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Red Sox plan with Kenley Jansen, if the D'Backs are shopping for a right-handed bat & whether Bellinger or Jorge Soler would fit better on a World Series contender.

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Ken Rosenthal dives into Bobby Witt Jr.'s 11-year, $288.7 million extension and how it impacts KC. (10:31)

(7:05) LA floods DodgerFest. Ken says the 2024 Dodgers will be the game's top story. Hear from Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts & Shohei Ohtani.

(0:59) Good times are here for the Orioles: New management with deep pockets & (21:47) Dude of the Week Mike Elias gets his ace.

(13:25) Inside Dish unpacks the Corbin Burnes trade. Ken explains why Milwaukee had to make the move and why calls for a salary cap and a Burnes Brewers extension weren't reasonable options.

(23:12) Ken is tired of the racially motivated Dorks of the Week who destroyed the Jackie Robinson statue in Kansas.

(24:00) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the Giants will fill the Ross Stripling vacancy in their rotation, a surprise team to keep on the radar & Ken's history covering no hitters.

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