• Padres sign Castellanos, Zac Gallen is back, Harper vs Dombrowski?
    Feb 16 2026

    Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Padres signing Nick Castellanos to a 1-year deal and highlights other, high-upside moves A.J. Preller made recently. (Top of show)

    (4:34) Zac Gallen is back with the Diamondbacks, and slots into a promising rotation.

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    (7:09) Ken questions if the Orioles have done enough with their rotation.

    (10:39) Inside Dish wrestles with how much team chemistry matters.

    (17:33) Grillin' Ken answers if Dave Dombrowski has lit a fire under Bryce Harper, if there are signs of process with the Rockies, what's next for Max Scherzer and Red Sox President Sam Kennedy placing the onus on Cubs infielder Alex Bregman.

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    25 mins
  • Orioles sign Chris Bassitt, Hamate injuries erupt, Nick Castellanos Phillies era is over
    Feb 12 2026

    Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo react to the Orioles adding Chris Bassitt to the rotation. (Top of show)

    (3:03) Hamate bone injuries to Francisco Lindor, Corbin Carroll and Jackson Holliday will impact the Mets, Diamondbacks and Orioles in the first part of the season.

    (8:15) The Phillies/Nick Castellanos dilemma seems to be nearing its conclusion. (Update: The Phillies have released him)

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    (10:54) Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including follow-ups on Castellanos and Zac Gallen, plus Ken's most anticipated camp this spring.

    (21:08) Ken and Alanna also crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

    (25:32) Alex Bregman is already impacting the Cubs.

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    27 mins
  • Pirates sign Marcell Ozuna, Red Sox acquire Caleb Durbin from Brewers, Ken's 5 Spring Storylines
    Feb 9 2026

    Ken Rosenthal reacts to news this morning: The Pirates sign Marcell Ozuna to a 1-year deal and the Red Sox have also reportedly acquired Caleb Durbin from the Brewers. (Top of show)

    (4:08) Ken breaks down his 5 Spring Storylines, including the Dodgers 3-peat chances, the new look Mets and the All-Star rosters for Team USA, Japan and the Dominican Republic in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

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    (9:49) Ken’s Inside Dish unpacks super agent Scott Boras’ offseason scoreboard.

    Grillin’ Ken answers your live questions, including Isaac Paredes' future, Andrew McCutchen;s next steps, Nick Castellanos and Luis Rengifo rumors, NL Central supremacy and Twins pitching plans.

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    25 mins
  • Framber Valdez to Tigers, Yankees/Phillies running it back, Best AL rotations, Tarik Skubal arbitration
    Feb 5 2026

    Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss how one move changes everything. The Tigers signing Framber Valdez to a 3-year, $115 million deal is that kind of move. (Top of show).

    (2:28) The hosts discuss the future for ace Tarik Skubal.

    (4:45) Ken and Alanna discuss if the Tigers now boast the American League's best rotation.

    (9:42) The Yankees and Phillies start the "silly or smart" discussion - teams running the same rosters back in 2026.

    (13:21) The hosts take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including who could pivot to Zac Gallen, and if the Red Sox infield is set after signing IKF.

    (18:58) Ken and Alanna crown their Dudes and Dorks of the Week.

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    27 mins
  • Eugenio Suárez to Reds, Giants sign Luis Arráez, WBC Insurance issues
    Feb 2 2026

    Ken Rosenthal reacts to the one-year deals inked over the weekend: Eugenio Suárez returning to the Reds, and the Giants signing Luis Arráez. (Top of Show)

    (5:30) The Red Sox send Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the White Sox. The Rafael Devers trade scoreboard (somehow) looks worse.

    (11:18) Inside Dish unpacks the insurance issues wreaking havoc in the World Baseball Classic leadup.

    (20:40) Grillin’ Ken answers your burning questions, including if the Red Sox could sign Framber Valdez, if the Rangers are done and will the Tigers make moves regardless of the Tarik Skubal arbitration hearing result.

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    24 mins
  • Winter moves fan Q&A , Mark DeRosa sit-down, Correa/Altuve out of WBC
    Jan 29 2026

    Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo discuss Ken’s conversation with Team USA manager Mark DeRosa ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (Top of show)

    (5:09) The hosts weigh why the Giants asked Logan Webb to sit out (he's playing anyway), and how Astros stars Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve won’t be playing for their countries.

    (11:37) Ken and Alanna take your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Braves possible moves, FA pitchers still available and anonymous sourcing.

    (19:10) Hear the hosts crown their Dude and Dork of the Week.

    Plus, Team Venezuela has serious star power.

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    27 mins
  • José Ramírez extension, Market update, Yu Darvish retiring? SF needs
    Jan 26 2026

    Ken Rosenthal reacts to the Guardians inking superstar José Ramírez through his age 40 season with a contract extension. (Top of Show)

    (2:41) Yu Darvish and the Padres are discussing the veteran's future with the club.

    (5:24) The Giants reportedly swung and missed pursuing Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams. What’s next for SF?

    (9:51) Inside Dish unpacks Ken’s latest piece on Angels hitting coach Brady Anderson.

    Ken takes your live Grillin’ Ken questions, including Zac Gallen/Framber Valdez updates, if Elly De La Cruz could be a billion-dollar player, Pirates and Eugenio Suárez latest, if the Marlins will trade Sandy Alcantara and if the Cubs are better than the Reds on paper.

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    25 mins
  • Mets trade for Freddy Peralta, Framber market, Best free agents left
    Jan 22 2026

    Ken Rosenthal and Alanna Rizzo unpack the Mets acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Brewers. (Top of Show)

    (6:25) The hosts discuss the current list of best Free Agents available and possible landing spots.

    Ken and Alanna take your Grillin’ Ken questions, including if character is holding up Framber Valdez, Lucas Giolito, Giants moves, Yankees and Mets looking for pitching and Nick Castellanos' Phillies future.

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

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    26 mins