Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Why each of the Top 4 teams can win it all, whether a dark horse nation can make a run, and the Pool Play matchup we're most looking forward to. (Top of show)

(12:03) The hosts take your live Grillin' Ken questions, including how covering the WBC is different than a World Series, no ABS in the tournament, Astros reinforcements & if Konnor Griffin was considered for Team USA.

(22:23) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo preview the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Why each of the Top 4 teams can win it all, whether a dark horse nation can make a run, and the Pool Play matchup we're most looking forward to. (Top of show)
(12:03) The hosts take your live Grillin' Ken questions, including how covering the WBC is different than a World Series, no ABS in the tournament, Astros reinforcements &amp; if Konnor Griffin was considered for Team USA.
(22:23) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.
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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

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!

World Baseball Classic Preview: Every Contender, Dark Horses & More

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

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

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

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

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

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Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Pirates calling up top prospect Konnor Griffin and what it means for the organization moving forward. (top of show)
(5:25) Why are some MLB teams willing to offer long-term deals to unproven top prospects? Ken dives in.
(7:48) Who&rsquo;s hot and who&rsquo;s not around the league? Ken breaks down early-season trends for teams off to fast starts and those already facing questions.
(12:48) In Grillin' Ken, the live chat audience has questions about the Red Sox and their slow start, the next wave of impact prospects who could follow in Konnor Griffin's footsteps, the state of the Blue Jays' starting rotation and more!
(20:22) Ken and Alanna give their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.
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Konnor Griffin Called Up! Who’s Hot & Who’s Not, Early Season Trends

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

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

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

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

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

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Ken Rosenthal has observations following the first weekend of baseball in 2026. The Yankees and Blue Jays are both hot out of the gates thanks to dominant pitching. (top of show)
(3:16) The kids are alright: Chase DeLauter, JJ Wetherholt, Owen Caissie and Munetaka Murakami all had weekends to remember.
(6:28) Plus, why the Pirates might have an Oneil Cruz problem in center field.
(8:43) Inside Dish unpacks the ABS&rsquo; successful first weekend that adds another layer to on-field scrutiny.
(16:50) Grillin&rsquo; Ken answers your questions, including possible overreaction to Andrew McCutchen in Texas, Phillies lineup, if ABS will eventually go to 3 challenges, if Murakami is better than we thought and if Ken is worried about Bo Bichette.
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Viral ABS Challenges, Hot Rookies, Yankees & Blue Jays start strong

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Happy Opening Day! Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo start the show with Tommy Pham signing a minor league deal with the Mets. (Top of show)
(01:30) The Brewers placed Jackson Chourio on the IL.
(3:24) The hosts also discuss the Dodgers three-peat pursuit, the Astros being overlooked and the teams Ken thinks can surprise this season.
Coach Smarter, Connect Live, Replay the Action with GameChanger at <a href="http://gc.com">gc.com</a>
(12:29) Grillin' Ken answers your questions, including Masataka Yoshida's Red Sox future, NL East predictions, Orioles rotation, and an AL MVP candidate that isn't Aaron Judge.
(21:04) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.
(25:02) The Padres sale valuation is reportedly turning heads.
Start your 7-day free trial today at <a href="https://foxone.com">FOXOne.com</a>
Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at <a href="https://hellofresh.com/FT10FM">HelloFresh.com/FT10FM</a>. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.
Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@foulterritoryshow">FT YouTube channel</a> to watch this show live every week!

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

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World Baseball Classic Preview: Every Contender, Dark Horses & More

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