68 episodes

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal covers baseball’s latest news and pressing issues every week with his unfiltered commentary and inside access from sources around the game.
Weekly staples include The Lede, Dude and Dork of the week, and Inside Dish with a closer look at Ken’s articles in The Athletic.
Ken also answers your questions every week. Drop a line in the reviews and Ken will do his best to reply on his next show!

Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal Foul Territory

    • Sports
    • 4.6 • 58 Ratings

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal covers baseball’s latest news and pressing issues every week with his unfiltered commentary and inside access from sources around the game.
Weekly staples include The Lede, Dude and Dork of the week, and Inside Dish with a closer look at Ken’s articles in The Athletic.
Ken also answers your questions every week. Drop a line in the reviews and Ken will do his best to reply on his next show!

    Phantastic Phillies, Ohtani Just Hitting, Sale/Cease Trade Evals

    Phantastic Phillies, Ohtani Just Hitting, Sale/Cease Trade Evals

    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!

    Fair Territory is LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.

    Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channel

    • 30 min
    Paul Skenes debut recap, Cardinals sinking, Giants injuries

    Paul Skenes debut recap, Cardinals sinking, Giants injuries

    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 :)
    Question for Ken? Ask it LIVE on Thursday at 12:30p ET on the FT Network

    • 19 min
    Here Comes Paul Skenes, Cardinals lose Contreras, Astros crumbling

    Here Comes Paul Skenes, Cardinals lose Contreras, Astros crumbling

    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?
    Fair Territory is LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.
    Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channel

    • 30 min
    Marlins quit on 2024 - why now for Arráez trade, Buehler's back, Corey Seager concerns, Trout isn't Tony Gwynn

    Marlins quit on 2024 - why now for Arráez trade, Buehler's back, Corey Seager concerns, Trout isn't Tony Gwynn

    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.
    Fair Territory will be LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.
    Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channel

    • 26 min
    Red Sox can pitch! AL Central real or nah? Trout injury aftermath

    Red Sox can pitch! AL Central real or nah? Trout injury aftermath

    • 29 min
    NL 3-horse race, Pete Alonso's Mets future, Reynaldo Lopez shining, Guardians success, should Blue Jays blow it up?

    NL 3-horse race, Pete Alonso's Mets future, Reynaldo Lopez shining, Guardians success, should Blue Jays blow it up?

    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??
    Fair Territory will be LIVE on Thursdays at 12:30p ET all season long! Get your questions ready for Ken and Alanna Rizzo.
    Watch Fair Territory on the FT YouTube channel

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
58 Ratings

58 Ratings

bart1222 ,

Amazing

Perfect brother to Foul Territory. Ken is the perfect insider that gives you every possible thing he knows about what’s going on with the league. Ken knows EVERYTHING. Just the absolute perfect 25 minute listen to stay in touch with baseball.

Billy Shake ,

Its time for Inside Basebaaaaaaaaaall

Fair Territory is a great brother to Foul Territory. Hosted by Ken Rosenthal, one of the best reporters in the game. He breaks down the top headlines of the week with great insight. It is a must for anyone who wants to hear what is going on in the world of baseball.

ChristopherLRobinson7 ,

Rizzo ruined this show

Use to be decent but now just full of hypocrisy

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