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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'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 sizes up the Chicago Cubs pitching staff after losing Justin Steele for the season. (Top of show)

(2:39) The Padres and Giants are the talk of the NL West after big weekends.

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(8:13) Ken covers Mike Trout leaping into the stands in Houston - but why wasn't Trout's catch an out?!

(10:28) Inside Dish discusses Ken's column in The Athletic regarding managers already on the hot seat.

(18:21) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what contract Kyle Schwarber can expect this offseason, why the Rangers can't hit right now, and which baseball celebrities are the game's most passionate.

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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 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 & guest host Hannah Keyser address including the Reds going for Luis Robert Jr. but coming up empty. Do they like their other recent additions? (Top of show)

(5:43) Look at the Kansas City Royals stacking up their bullpen with this Carlos Estevez deal.

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(14:09) Ken and Hannah answer your live Grillin' Ken questions.

(23:38) Plus, they react to Hal Steinbrenner’s recent comments and crown their Dudes & Dorks of the Week.

Also covered: How does Ha-Seong Kim fit on the Rays? The Orioles made moves but their offseason still seems lackluster.

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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 Rafael Devers standing his ground on playing third base and explains why the best fit for Alex Bregman in Boston is at third base. (Top of Show) 

(4:06) Ken also looks at the looming extensions for last year's World Series managers: Dave Roberts and Aaron Boone. 

(7:25) Ken expands on a piece from his weekend notes column explaining why the Angels didn't take out insurance on Anthony Rendon's albatross of a contract. 

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(10:07) Inside Dish uses the Cubs failed Bregman pursuit as a springboard for a big gripe: owners who aren't trying to win. 

(16:46) Speaking of the Angels, Ken reacts to Monday's news that Mike Trout will primarily move to right field in 2025. 

(17:51) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the details of a minor league deal, if the AL West has caught the Astros, and Ken's favorite part of Spring Training.

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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Ken Rosenthal unpacks the Dodgers continued spending spree and weighs the star power loading up their roster. (top of show)

(4:49) A quick look at the latest Hall of Fame tracker information before the 2025 elected class is announced.

(8:58) Inside Dish explores the billion dollar question right now: Is this Dodgers super team good or bad for baseball?

(21:14) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Blue Jays can pivot to Pete Alonso & Anthony Santander, how the Marlins could speed up their rebuild, and what hope exists for the 29 other fan bases?

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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 & 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 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 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. 

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.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to more details surfacing in Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s monster extension with the Toronto Blue Jays. (Top of show)

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(8:50) The hosts also dive into the Baltimore Orioles thin rotation, and why Mike Elias’ offseason approach bears the blame. 

(11:26) The Houston Astros fell flat in Seattle yesterday, and are off to another rocky start. 

(13:48) Ken and Alanna answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including what the players want in the next CBA, hot seats for Brandon Hyde and Bud Black, where Bo Bichette goes from here and should a team call Lance Lynn?

(21:51) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal sets the record straight: the Torpedo bats are perfectly legal, and other teams besides the Yankees are using them.

(4:42) Star power was on full display over the weekend. Aaron Judge, Mookie Betts and Juan Soto already etched signature 2025 moments.

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(8:59) Rafael Devers starts 2025 with a historic low: 0-16 with 12 Ks. Will the Red Sox star climb out of his early season slump?

(10:41) Inside Dish recalls the Toronto Blue Jays record-setting 10 home run game in 1987.

(19:33) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if Judge is the game's greatest RHH ever, any concerns with the D'Backs opening series against the Cubs, which contender has a fatal flaw, and would Ken buy a Angels-White Sox opening weekend t-shirt?

Ken Rosenthal unpacks his biggest Spring Training storylines, including implementing ABS in the big-league game, Terry Francona's return with the Reds, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. extension talks and how the Dodgers will assemble their rotation. (Top of show)

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(9:38) Inside Dish looks back at Ken's first spring covering the 1987 Baltimore Orioles. True story: he started covering baseball without knowing how to calculate ERA!

(16:32) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Braves will sign another pitcher, when Albert Pujols will be a major league manager & will Alex Bregman sign this week??

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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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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 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 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.

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 and Alanna Rizzo react to the Boston Red Sox signing Alex Bregman to a 3-year deal and question where the gold glove infielder will play. How does Boston choosing Bregman affect Nolan Arenado? (Top of Show)

(11:05) The San Diego Padres sign free agent Nick Pivetta to a backloaded deal, and Shohei Ohtani is progressing towards pitching this season. 

(15:55) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including how the Yankees must respond, how Hall of Fame pitching standards have changed and where the Orioles sit in the AL East pecking order.

(22:56) Alanna and Ken crown their Dudes & “John Fisher” 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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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 hysteria surrounding the superstar Dodgers in Japan ahead of the Tokyo series. 

(3:00) Royce Lewis injured his hamstring two weeks before domestic Opening Day, and Ken explains why the Twins need to get off to a good start.

(4:45) Pitching injuries continue to pile up. Ken weighs if the staggering teams will reach out to available free agent arms.

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(7:51) Inside Dish remembers the late John Feinstein. Ken shares a couple stories covering the ACC conference tournament.

(15:45) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including thoughts on Joey Gallo pitching, why the Yankees aren't using Gerrit Cole insurance dollars to supplement the roster and if the Red Sox will extend Garrett Crochet now.

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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(22:18) Plus, the comparisons between Sasaki and Shohei Ohtani extend beyond both players wearing number 17.

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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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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 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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Ken Rosenthal lists his 5 most improved teams heading into 2025 (non-Dodgers/New York division) - props to the D'Backs, Reds, Rangers, Royals & Red Sox. (Top of Show)

(9:57) Inside Dish explores Anthony Rizzo's determination to play in 2025. The veteran first baseman is thinking big picture about what kind of deal he'd sign.

(16:25) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including most surprising free agent remaining, if the 2025 Guardians are better than last year and which team will be the biggest surprise this season.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo are live from Camelback Ranch to discuss Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being set on $500 million in present-day value. (Top of Show)

(7:29) The hosts debate why the New York Yankees are reluctant to sign free agent arms to backfill their decimated pitching staff. 

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(12:40) Ken and Alanna take your questions in a live Grillin’ Ken, including where the Rays go from here and a spring breakout player to watch.

(18:23) The hosts crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week - a cap that really swung and missed.

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 & 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 reacts to the developing story that Gerrit Cole might be headed for Tommy John surgery. Giancarlo Stanton is another headline to the alarming Yankees injury bug. (Top of Show)

(2:01) Other injuries to watch include serious ones (George Kirby, Francisco Alvarez and Grayson Rodriguez) and seemingly minor setbacks (Jurickson Profar and Shohei Ohtani).

(6:49) Props to Lawrence Butler earning an extension - could it be a case of the A's raising their salary floor? The Marlins are another team under a microscope for keeping revenue sharing in its pockets. 

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(8:53) Inside Dish highlights Mo Vaughn's recent return to baseball. Ken's latest column in The Athletic chronicles how the 1995 AL MVP left the game in anger and rekindled his love for baseball.

(15:09) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the coast is clear for the Red Sox in the AL East, which managers and front office execs are on the hot seat, and if Dylan Cease's trade market will suddenly heat up.

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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 breaks down Jack Flaherty's return to the Tigers and weighs if Detroit can still swing for Alex Bregman in free agency.

(5:11) A look at 5 teams with their biggest needs still out there.

(10:17) Inside Dish recalls the time Ken got called to the bench in bankruptcy court.

(17:17) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what the Athletics & Rays would do if they were to host playoff games, why more teams weren't in on Ha-Seong Kim & what to call the Athletics during their Sacramento stay.

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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 & 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.

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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 and Alanna Rizzo react to the flurry of contract extensions that have been signed during the first week of the season and discuss which of the deals are primed to age the best. (Top of Show) 

(8:48) The hosts analyze the Braves' ongoing struggles and debate whether it's too early to worry about their postseason hopes.

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(12:59) We take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including which city has the best Opening Day celebrations, how are the Padres and Dodgers still undefeated, and what will Andrew McCutchen’s legacy be? 

(21:11) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the week.

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 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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Welcome to the debut episode of Ken's new weekly show on the hottest topics of the week. Ken questions the impact that the pace of play rules have on the game's biggest moments in his commentary about opening weekend. Ken also hands out Dude of the Week and Dork of the Week awards along with playing Fair or Foul on the Rangers, Tigers and White Sox. He also reveals the story behind his patented bowties that he wears on FOX.

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Ken's leading off with the Pirates, yes those Pirates steamrolling through their sched.

A State of the San Francisco Giants conversation is addressed.

Inside Dish unpacks Max Scherzer's 10-game suspension for sticky stuff.

Ken includes honorable mentions in his Dude and Dork of the Week (we have our first 2-time Dork!) and as always, he answers your burning questions from Twitter.

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Ken spotlights Shohei Ohtani mashing his way to playoff contention and explains why the Angels WON'T be trading him.

A response is necessary to commissioner Rob Manfred "punching down" from his high horse towards Oakland and their fans. He may be the punching bag for the owners but he goes about it with condescension and lack of professionalism.

Inside Dish: Ken laments last week's layoffs at The Athletic. Plus, Corbin Carroll is a dude deserving our attention and the Bronx seems to have lost their Bombers.

Grilling Ken - answering your questions: the future of divisions, Brian Cashman's leash and whether the success of the Orioles could lead more teams to tank.

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Ken Rosenthal sizes up "The Boras Four" (Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery, Cody Bellinger & Matt Chapman) with the teams that are lurking. (0:13)

(6:29) Ken also breaks down the Giants-Mariners trade for both sides. Robbie Ray could be a big midseason "add" to boost the SF pitching staff.

(9:58) Inside Dish explores Ken's Hall of Fame ballot. He defends voting for Carlos Beltran and vouches for Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley.

(21:40) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including weighing the Mets additions, questioning the Red Sox future as mid-market spenders & seeing the Twins sitting on the offseason sidelines.

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Ken thinks the Dodgers have separated from the Padres and explains why. He also tells us about how the Blue Jays have a chance to be special.

Plus, Willson Contreras is already back to catching for the Cardinals...wait what?! Jake Bird earns an award for challenging the Phillies dugout. The world's most disrespectful rain delay occurred over the weekend. And Ken delivers reasoning for why Alfonzo Marquez was right to eject Christian Walker for clapping.

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There are way too many disappointing teams for all of them to rebound. Ken sorts through who's up and who's down after 1/3 of the season.

The Cubs are way down and Ken dives into the potential firesale at Wrigley, including the possibility of a Marcus Stroman trade.

Inside Dish covers what the Reds will do with Jonathan India when uber prospect Elly De La Cruz joins the club.

Big props to Liam Hendriks on his heroic return.

Dork of the week is a new character in the Vegas A's saga.

We kicked off the first week of fan video questions, which included: Ultimate surprise team, what moves could the Mets make, and who would play Ken in a movie?!

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Six manager vacancies down, two to go. Ken Rosenthal updates the manager carousel & explains why three minority hires is a good sign for the sport.

Craig Counsell to the Cubs was messy. Ken explores the fallout from the move that shook baseball - including industry reaction and where David Ross stands now.

Counsell's former team is gearing up for a tear down, and Ken thinks it's a good idea. "Go backward to go forward."

Ken peels back the curtain to how he reported the shocking move: in a rental car with his wife driving. He discusses the decisions he made in 16 minutes that felt like hours.

Dude and Dork of the Week revolve around Jason Benetti. The White Sox let a great broadcaster walk away.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the D'Backs will pursue Nolan Arenado, should the Rangers seek to re-sign Jordan Montgomery & if the Mets are serious about keeping Pete Alonso.

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Ken Rosenthal explains why the Hector Neris Cubs deal is exactly where it should be.

Inside Dish unpacks the unprecedented decision-making John Fisher's A's face with their temporary ballpark. Why would any free agent want to play there? Ken presents the case on why Fisher's ramp up payroll plan is probably not going to happen.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including new thresholds for Hall of Fame pitching stats, Mariners young arms & if Oneil Cruz is angling for a Pirates extension.

Highlights from the BBWAA Awards Dinner include Shohei Ohtani addressing the crowd in English.

Dudes of the Week got their Hall calls & Dorks of the Week are those vote shamers among us.

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What's the inside word on the looming Yoshinobu Yamamoto signing? Ken Rosenthal delivers the latest update on how this could play out.

Ken also hits the Tyler Glasnow trade --> extension for the Dodgers.

Inside Dish explores how the market is moving slowly but the starting pitching market is ready to burst any day now!

Ken's Dudes figured out how to stay under the "Steve Cohen" tax & Dorks are asleep at the wheel!

Grillin' Ken (fan questions) includes the Cubs and Mariners offseason plans + Randy Arozarena's Rays future.

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Ken puts the spotlight on the scorching Texas Rangers and makes sure we embrace Aaron Judge's greatness.

Oh hey it's June and the Arizona Diamondbacks are in first place in the NL West. Let's talk about it.

The Dodgers are delighted by their arms in Double A. Is it a wave for the future or an arsenal to wheel and deal at the trade deadline?

Ken applauds Sarah Langs, baseball's ray of light.

Dork of the Week is the manager who decided to challenge Vlad Guerrero Jr. with a base open - what was he thinking?!

Ken answers your fan questions in "Grilling Ken", including what outfield options the Yanks have and how the trade deadline pitching market is shaping up. Plus, the woeful Kansas City Royals and Ken's favorite ballpark foods.

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Ken dishes on how the Padres could run the trade deadline in a sellers market if they shop their key commodities.

He also measures the Orioles and Brewers upward trajectory over the weekend and explains why it's time for both teams to buy now!

Mookie is mashing, props to Dead and Co. for siding with Oakland & MLB is running their personnel into the ground.

Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including if Shohei Ohtani would win MVP in both leagues, if the Braves should stand pat at the deadline, options for the Red Sox and if the Cardinals need to blow the whole thing up.

Plus, a tip of the cap to FOX's All-Star coverage and the scramble in the production truck.

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This week, Ken unpacks why the umpires allowed Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán to stay in the game on Saturday after heavy rosin questions arose.

Also, how will the return of Fernando Tatis Jr. from suspension this week affect San Diego?

Ken responds to Logan Webb's new contract extension in San Francisco and answers your questions. You can submit a question for Ken by replying to his callout tweets each week or leave a review right here.

Other segments include behind-the-scenes info on two recent stories Ken wrote and he anoints the Dude and Dork of the Week.

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This week, Ken praises Judge's powerful week in the headlines and slams Domingo Germán getting caught with sticky stuff. He also dives into the Rays stadium situation and if relocation is still a possibility.

Ken has more info on the quickest turnaround in baseball (Cardinals) and an Inside Dish on the biggest lie in journalism.

Pressing fan questions are answered as always. *Next week, reply to Ken's tweet with a video asking your question!

Programming note: We'll be back next Tuesday after observing Memorial Day on Monday.

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Ken Rosenthal explores being a month away from spring training with a whopping 175 free agents still out there. He tries to answer how we got to this point and whether the sport would ever have a signing deadline.

Inside Dish reflects on "The Machine" Albert Pujols on his 44th birthday, including a post script to an all-time World Series individual performance.

Dude of the Week just got paid, and will get paid again. Dorks of the Week left off an obvious name on their Top 10 catchers list.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why Ken doesn't hate the Padres, what plan the Angels have & whether or not teams are tired of dealing with Scott Boras.

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Ken's Holiday Special features the pitch clock success, Shohei Ohtani's unicorn year, Baltimore Orioles surprise, sleeper Arizona Diamondbacks, Vegas A's mistreatment, Hall of Fame ballot preview, World Baseball Classic reminiscing & the dominant run by Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ken counts down his top 5 headlines of the 2023 season.

Dude of the YEAR was the center of attention all year and so was a disgraceful Dork of the YEAR!

Grillin' Ken includes questions about Blake Snell, Dylan Cease, & Shane Bieber.

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The trade deadline is a week away! Ken breaks down the slimming chances the Angels move Shohei Ohtani and the options the Padres & two other bubble teams are weighing.

Ken explains how hectic the deadline is to cover, how information sometimes never gets out, the dilemma of being first versus being right, and the deal that didn't happen that stills gnaws at him.

Austin Riley snags Dude of the Week and Jarred Kelenic's destructive flip out grabs the Dork award.

Grillin’ Ken answers your questions, including which side are the Mariners on, what value Jake Cronenworth has & how teams weigh controllable assets.

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Inside Dish explores some pending free agents and their possible offseason outlooks - including Shohei Ohtani, Blake Snell, Josh Hader and more.

And it's the last week of the regular season! Ken examines the wild wildcard hustle.

Tip of the cap to the Dude who reached his round number & shame on the lame gift the Dorks gave Miguel Cabrera.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Bob Melvin's future in San Diego, why anyone agrees to a mutual option & the three books Ken would want if deserted on an island for a year.

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Full Ken reaction on how the market unfolded in a strange year, how the high-priced Mets and Yankees reacted differently and that wild arms race in the AL West.

Ken shares his (lack of) sleep schedule and tales interacting with executives in a mad scramble.

Dude of the Week is the lone female GM in the bigs and a dork Yankee fans would agree with.

Ken talks fans in Boston & Minnesota off the ledge in Grillin' Ken and tries to answer for the lethargic AL Central.

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Ken unpacks two of the game's most disappointing teams: what the hell is going on with the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago White Sox?!

How concerned should the Yankees be about Aaron Judge's hip and the Rangers about Jacob deGrom's latest IL stint?!

Ken takes us into the writing process on Jarred Kelenic's resurgence.

Plus, Dude and Dork of the Week is always a vibe and Ken takes a look ahead to Bryce Harper's possible early return to the Phillies.

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Ken Rosenthal says Shohei Ohtani to LA for $700mil is good for baseball.

Ken breaks down the reported contract deferrals & how the Dodgers progress with SHO-time in their lineup (and rotation?) for years to come.

Inside Dish reacts to how the media covered Ohtani's saga. It's important to be speedy, and it's even more important to be right.

Dude of the Week (aside from Shohei) spoke his mind when nobody else did - and got away with it! Dorks of the Week couldn't rip down Ohtani's Angels Stadium poster fast enough.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including how the Giants will pivot and what this could mean for Juan Soto's future free agent market.

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Ken spotlights Aaron Judge's murky injury outlook and why the Yankees veteran hitters haven't stepped up in his absence.

The Angels see an opening in the AL Wild Card picture and revamped their infield defense. Ken explains how this impacts their chances in the Shohei Ohtani offseason sweepstakes.

Also covered: Ken's London experience that included fishing in the sewer, Eury Pérez Dude of the Week and what are catchers supposed to do on plays at the plate?

Grilling Ken - answering your questions: A surprise name that could be moving this trade deadline, precedent for what a Shane Bieber trade could net the Guardians and Corbin Carroll's chances in the NL MVP discussion.

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Ken thinks that Shohei Ohtani knows where he wants to sign! That's part of his Top 5 storylines entering the chaos in Nashville.

How does Juan Soto's likely exit mirror how the Red Sox sent Mookie Betts to LA?

Yoshinobu Yamamoto is "the belle of the ball" not named Ohtani. Ken explains why he feels his number is rising.

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How have the Yankees backed themselves into a corner & what's the starting pitcher trade market looking like these days?

Inside Dish explores epic events from prior meetings, including blockbuster deals and 3-teams wrestling (literally) for superstar players.

Dude of the Week Jackson Chourio hasn't reached the big leagues yet and the Dork resides in Anaheim with the Angels sneaking below the luxury tax.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the Dodgers shortstop dilemma & Ken's fav city eats.

When you're undefeated, you earn the honor of leading off the show with Ken's insight on the rise of the Rays. That's followed by a surprise NL club that he's falling in love with again.

Ken also questions if the Pirates are ever going to lock up their superstar, Bryan Reynolds (4:40).

Ya know what really grinds Ken's gears?! (7:15) Haters are eating their words about players off to fast starts and Ken's got a "Classic" reason why.

Fair or Foul (11:50) includes:

-Is Nolan Arenado a first ballot Hall-of-Famer?

-Are the Giants in trouble?

-What's special about the Twins

Also included: Shoutout to Andrew McCutchen, calling out the Oakland A's

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Ken jumps right into the Cardinals making a puzzling decision to move Willson Contreras to DH and what's next in St. Louis. Philly is fired up with Bryce Harper back so soon. And Dodgers-Padres this past weekend was intense!

Plus, Ken admits he was wrong about one northeast team. Producer Claudia Olsen joins to play Worried or Wait on stars seriously struggling. Ken anoints a Dude and Dork of the Week and, as always, answers your questions.

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Ken Rosenthal explores what comes next with the free agent big board still loaded. Scott Boras clients are due up next.

Ken dishes on the Giants, Red Sox, Yankees, Cubs and Orioles as teams with extensive needs.

Inside Dish dives deeper into the Braves landing Chris Sale. Is the juice worth the squeeze for Atlanta?  Does Vaughn Grissom improve the Red Sox?

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the most underrated offseason signing, Kenley Jansen's trade value & how the Jonathan India saga will conclude in Cincinnati.

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Ken unwraps the bout by second base as players policing themselves. He dives into what has happened to Tim Anderson and why José Ramírez said "enough."

A look at the NL Wild Card race reveals some teams sagging post-deadline. We've been waiting for the Padres to finally vault into playoff position - will they seize this opening?

The Angels are backsliding again: why the move to go all-in for Shohei Ohtani is the backfire we all saw coming.

Get ready for a scrutinization of teams who didn't act for starting pitching at the trade deadline. A worthy Dude and some soft Dorks and answers to your questions in Grillin' Ken, including the most exciting division race, AL ROY and if Ken has seen the Barbie movie :)

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Ken reacts to the All-Star rosters announced: why he loves and hates that Fernando Tatís Jr. is left behind. Bravo to Atlanta for sending eight All-Stars and some reasoning for why they're running roughshod over the NL East. Marcus Stroman is staying put...for now. What are the Cubs legit options with him?

Don't miss Ken's favorite All-Star memory that had the home team booed off the field! Shohei Ohtani is the Dude of the Week and Ken argues about players not wearing their own jerseys during the All-Star Game.

Grilling Ken answers your questions, including if Farhan Zaidi deserves credit, how the Reds can become true contenders and what's the best performance Ken has ever seen?

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Ken Rosenthal breaks down the Phillies re-signing Aaron Nola & how the first starting pitching domino will impact the rest of the market.

Ken unpacks Shohei Ohtani's free agent value in his latest piece for The Athletic. How long he may take to decide & what positions (outfield??) he could play for his new club.

Plus, reaction to the Brewers non-tendering Brandon Woodruff as their first move in a pivotal offseason.

Inside Dish explores past Thanksgiving deals & how the paradigm shifted with Theo Epstein and the Red Sox 20 years ago. A plea to baseball's executives: enjoy your turkey!

Dude of the Week marks the passing of San Diego's longtime owner Peter Seidler. Dork of the Week is anonymous...for now.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Tyler Glasnow's future & which organization is MLB's best run franchise.

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$364 million doesn't buy what it used to. Ken digs into the meager Mets and why owner Steve Cohen is staying level-headed during this current mess.

Props to the Braves dominance includes reasoning for why Jesse Chavez is an All Star.

Inside Dish covers Ken's story on Rangers manager Bruce Bochy. Ken unpacks his writing process and how the legendary manager turned franchise fortunes around.

Tip of the cap to A's players pulling off a sweep in Milwaukee and why Oakland has company at baseball's bottom!

Ken answers your burning questions, including the future as Cubs manager for David Ross, the relief pitching market at the trade deadline, how baseball can grow its international fan base and where Ken bought his office shelves...seriously?!

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The Twins should be feared come playoff time! History be damned - Ken explains why this is the year for a better postseason showing in the Twin Cities.

Shohei Ohtani has a torn UCL and is still playing. The two-way superstar is baseball's "sphinx" and the longer Ohtani keeps quiet, the longer the unanswered questions about his recovery and free agency linger.

Ken starts with the Mariners surging ahead in the AL West and how it is impacting the Wild Card standings. Is the AL West the best?

This just in: Ronald Acuña Jr.'s grip on the NL MVP race is slipping. Mookie Betts put on a show in Boston, and given his excellence at three positions in the field, Ken explains why this week's Dude is in a coin-flip competition for MVP.

Owners named John had a rough week flapping their gums. John Angelos earned Dork status worried about the Orioles financials. Not to be outdone, John Fisher conveyed the Athletics will have a higher payroll once they head to Vegas. Sure. Right.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Nats rebuild is ahead of schedule and if the Rays team building model is flawed given the lack of ultimate postseason success.

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The Marlins need to check themselves after letting Kim Ng walk away. Bruce Sherman is a slam dunk Dork of the Week.

The Rangers and Phillies are going for it! Ken Rosenthal explains why the two teams leading the League Championship Series benefit from signing free agents that are thriving on the big stage. Specifically, how Bryce Harper turned into this generation's Mr. October.

Inside Dish recalls memories of the 1989 San Francisco Earthquake prior to World Series Game 3. Ken remembers navigating the indelible moment's aftermath - including a press conference by candlelight.

Evan Carter rose from obscurity in August to playoff DUDE in October.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Giants will finally land their superstar, teams giving up competitiveness for sustainability, Justin Verlander is a good postseason pitcher & the loudest playoff stadiums Ken experienced.

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Ken questions Shohei Ohtani's agent saying his client is readying to DH on opening day in 2024. What does it mean for Ohtani's future as a two-way star?

Ken reacts to the Julio Urías felony domestic violence arrest. First, thinking about the health of the victim and second, Urías' future in baseball - including his own free agent path this offseason.

Inside Dish explores the White Sox interviewing practices before hiring Chris Getz. How does the team know Getz is the best candidate if they didn't interview anyone else?

On the field, a look at three intriguing pennant races: the AL West, AL Wild Card and NL Wild Card. Ken spotlights the D'Backs for the third wild card spot because he thinks Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen will be the difference makers.

Ronald Acuña Jr. is a Dude holding up his end of the NL MVP race and the Cleveland Guardians are Dorks for doing too little at the deadline.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Buck Showalter's future in Queens, whether being a White Sox fan looms endless agony & teams that could be in on Japanese star Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

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Ken Rosenthal has the latest on Shohei Ohtani’s movement with the winter meetings approaching. And how will Scott Boras handle his stable of free agents?

How much does the Sonny Gray signing strengthen the St. Louis rotation? Ken also highlights Kenta Maeda’s deal with the Detroit Tigers. 

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including where Juan Soto might end up, the next move in the Cubs clubhouse and who the Giants are most likely to sign.

Ichiro Suzuki pops up as Dude of the week! 

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Ken explains why this D'Backs-Rangers World Series is exciting and GOOD for baseball! Two unconventional teams with star power and strong stories heading into the Fall Classic.

Plus, the Red Sox are taking a page from the Texas playbook with their new Chief Baseball Officer & Bob Melvin is shipping out of San Diego.

Inside Dish explains why Ken deserves some credit for the DBacks pennant (kidding..)

Dudes of the Week dominated their LCS series and a first time Dog of the Week.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if fans outside Houston should hate the Astros, why teams hire a President of Baseball Ops AND a GM, & who the Mets are seeking for their next manager.

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Ken Rosenthal laments the Yankees lost season: why years of poor decisions led to their downfall & how the Bronx Bombers can rebuild their organization.

Not far behind as disappointments, why are the Padres looking up at young upstart teams in the NL Wild Card race?

The Mariners are making the NL West a 3-horse race. Ken tells us how their offense has finally emerged and their sturdy pitching makes them an October threat.

Inside Dish explores the small sample returns from the trade deadline with thoughts on SD, LA, Milwaukee, Miami and Texas.

A historic run for Dude of the Week and a recurring Dork.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Mariners regret trading Paul Sewald at the deadline, where the Brewers sit in the NL pecking order & manager of the year candidates in both leagues.

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Ken wants Elly in the All-Star Game! From Seattle during All-Star week, Ken talks through AL & NL ASG player withdrawals and additions. A quick reaction to the Top 5 MLB Draft picks and props to the smart choices made by the Mariners.

Don't miss Ken’s reaction on what the Angels options are for Shohei!

Grillin' Ken sponsored by Baseball BBQ answers your questions, including if Devers deserved an All-Star spot, current 1st place teams and if they will stay there, and his top 3 favorite MLB ballparks.

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Ken reacts to the first two World Series games as the series shifts to Phoenix tied 1-1. Topics include Adolis García's Game 1 heroics matched by Ketel Marte's hit record & Merrill Kelly's Game 2 dominance.

Two important questions emerge with Craig Counsell interviewing with the Mets: will the Mets give him the bag & will Counsell actually leave Milwaukee?

Inside Dish explores how Ken covers the World Series for FOX & The Athletic. Spoiler: he's very busy!

Dude of the week highlights what a good teammate is all about and shocking news about dork of the week!

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including the offseason plan for the Blue Jays, teams who could be in on Juan Soto & if Shohei Ohtani's payday could actually deter teams from signing him.

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Ken Rosenthal handicaps the AL East race and explains why Tampa Bay is still within striking distance of the Orioles for the top spot. Also, a look at the AL wildcard and continued congestion in the NL playoff picture.

Ken explains why innings pitched - not advanced metrics - matter in deciding the Cy Young races.

Inside Dish dives into the reporting behind The Athletic's deep dive into Tommy Pham as a consummate teammate, diligent worker & student of the game.

The Braves dominance in the NL East merits Dude of the Week (apologies to Jose Altuve!) & Mark Lerner's pettiness against Nationals World Series hero Stephen Strasburg earns him Dork status.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including whether the Red Sox or Yankees are more poised to contend in '24 & how baseball is reacting to this season's balanced schedule.

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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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Inside Dish covers the Giants and Mets firing Gabe Kapler and Buck Showalter. Could either team lure Craig Counsell?

Ken Rosenthal previews each Wild Card series and explains why Blue Jays-Twins could be the best matchup.

What a weekend finish to the season! Tip of the cap to the Astros for winning the AL West and the Diamondbacks for capturing the 3rd NL Wild Card. Autopsies are in order for the reeling Rangers + the Cubs and Mariners crumbled.

Ken crowns Dude and Dork of the season & an explanation for why Ken is this week’s dork!

Plus, a tribute to Tim Wakefield's legacy.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Sunday's farewells across baseball, Ken's favorite Wild Card memory & if baseball has a Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce power couple.

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Ken Rosenthal argues that the Astros championship window is shrinking. Maybe that's why owner Jim Crane broke character and signed a DUDE he's coveted for years!

The BBWAA should induct a big class to the Hall of Fame. Ken examines the players trending towards Cooperstown immortality.

Plus, a recap of a rough week in journalism.

Dorks of the Week need to save their breaths in torching Anthony Rendon.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including why anyone would want to sign with the A's, could Mike Trout be in play for the Phillies & where does Clayton Kershaw could end up??

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The Dodgers, Red Sox & Cardinals all need arms. Where are there good fits for teams needing multiple starters?

The Yankees have outfield decisions to make, and the Astros have core pieces lurking towards free agency the next few seasons. Plus, the Padres, Cubs & Giants have significant needs of their own.

Inside Dish examines the manager trends across baseball - the last three World Series champs are veteran, experienced head honchos. Could any of the six openings trend towards an older hire?

Dude of the Postseason keeps cool & Dorks of the Postseason keep everything to themselves. Ken explains why the postseason umpire selection process is vague and veiled.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including if the Marlins are headed for another rebuild, if Bryce Harper will stay at first base permanently & where the Cubs will go after Marcus Stroman opted out.

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How are the D'Backs biting the Dodgers right now?! Ken lists the ingredients to their upset run and of course hypes Phillies-Braves after that Game 2 thriller!

Ken examines tweaks to the playoff format and why baseball needs to re-seed. C'mon, this isn't March Madness!

Other topics covered: Carlos Correa re-rise to stardom, the Rangers are dangerous, and pondering a Twins-D'Backs World Series.

Speaking of the Twins, their Dude shows they got the better end of the Pablo López-Luis Arráez deal & Ken blasts the DORK who threw his manager under the bus.

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Kevin Cash's future in Tampa Bay, the AL East's 0-6 postseason & Ken's camera well survival kit.

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Is Shohei Ohtani still an easy AL MVP or has Corey Seager entered the chat? Ken Rosenthal has some thoughts and he also highlights the Dodgers for clinching yet another NL West title.

A recap of the Orioles/Rays weekend series is here along with a comparison of remaining schedules for both clubs. 

Ken’s birthday is this week, happy birthday, Ken! Inside Dish dives into his Top 5 most memorable events he’s covered in his career.

Matt Olson or Royce Lewis for Dude of the Week?

Ken tells us why Red Sox ownership takes Dork status after they fire yet another front office member. 

Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including what the Astros are missing in their clubhouse, who the Red Sox #1 candidate is to lead their front office & whether the Twins are World Series contenders or not.

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Ken reacts to the Mets moving Max Scherzer to the Rangers and asks if Justin Verlander will follow suit. The Dodgers are looking for pitching and the Rangers may not be done yet. Ken calls Padres GM A.J. Preller one of the most creative execs in baseball - what direction will he take his team?

Inside Dish explores how the deadline is a unique beast. Verlander is the Dude of the Week for reaching a career milestone and the dork took his celebration a little too far.

Grillin' Ken questions ask what the Cubs, Orioles and Red Sox may do between now and Tuesday's deadline at 6pm and Ken shares his top 5 players still available.

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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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Happy Opening Day! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the 2025 season. The National League won't be a cakewalk for the Dodgers. Baseball's best teams reside in the "senior circuit." (Top of show) 

(2:45) The AL West feels up grabs between three teams. Plus, would a healthy Mike Trout be available at this year's trade deadline?

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(8:50) Juan Soto has more than 700 million reasons to smile - what does a successful first year in Queens look like? 

(12:37) Ken and Alanna also answer your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including about Jordan Montgomery, Padres trading Michael King, today's best pitching matchup, if the Angels will be competitive and possible friction in the Red Sox clubhouse.

(22:12) The hosts also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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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.

Questions for Ken or Alanna?! Ask it LIVE in the FT Youtube chat on Thursdays 12:30p ET

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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Britt Ghiroli subs in for Ken Rosenthal and talks us through some division races. Why will the Astros be able to pull out a win in the AL West and what puts the Orioles in such a good position to stay atop the AL East?

The White Sox are losers of 20 straight games and the light at the end of the tunnel is FAR AWAY!! Will they stop the losing skid or will they break the record?

Britt also covers Max Scherzer's injury list stint and if this could be the end of the road.

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The Phillies have been in a summer slump. Are they back on track or is a real collapse on the horizon? 

Grillin' Britt includes Padres question marks, Mookie Betts return thoughts, Freddie Freeman's impact and the NL's last Wild Card spot.

Finally, should the Trade Deadline be moved back? Britt has an interesting take on why we should be thinking the opposite!

Hosts: Britt Ghiroli and Alanna Rizzo

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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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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? 

Hosts: Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo

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Ken Rosenthal discusses Red Sox #2 prospect Kristian Campbell making the Big League club. Boston's infield becomes clearer. (Top of Show)

(3:18) The Guardians made a couple moves over the weekend to fortify the team in a tight AL Central.

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(7:22) Finally the Blue Jays extend...Alejandro Kirk. Is there another extension in the works?

(9:54) Ken shares his 2025 season predictions in Inside Dish, including Most Improved Player, Most Improved Team, AL & NL Cy Young and AL & NL MVP. Let us know in the comments who you're picking!

(15:46) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including where A.J. Preller ranks among GMs, who under-25 to start a franchise with, and Nico Hoerner's status for Opening Day.

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.

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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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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