Ken Rosenthal: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Phillies Get Positive Update From Ken Rosenthal on Possible Mike Trout Trade

For Philadelphia Phillies fans, it's become an annual tradition to try and find ways to get future Hall-of-Fame outfielder Mike Trout in a trade. While

Ken Rosenthal News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Twins' Future in Jeopardy as Franchise Battles Astronomical Debt

The Minnesota Twins are in hot water. Reports from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal revealed that the Pohlad family, who have owned the franchise for 40 years,

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Ken Rosenthal Predicts Surprising 2025 World Series Winner

The 2025 MLB season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with many teams making league-changing moves around the league and an infusion of young talent like Bobby Witt Jr and Elly de la Cruz adding energy and drama to league play.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Tigers to sign Manuel Margot

The Tigers are signing outfielder Manuel Margot, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Blue Jays to extend Alejandro Kirk

The Blue Jays and catcher Alejandro Kirk are in agreement on a five-year extension worth $58MM, according to a report from Robert Murray of FanSided. The deal includes a signing bonus and no club options according to Murray.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 22

What Ken Rosenthal Wants to See From A's Before Considering Them AL West Contenders

The Athletics have made some big additions to the roster, spending money for the first time since John Fisher bought the team two decades ago, bringing in Luis Severino via free agency and Jeffrey Springs in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21

Orioles reunite with veteran right-hander

The Rowley Sports Management client is reportedly guaranteed $5.25M and can another $1.525M in performance bonuses — including $150K apiece at 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24 starts.

Orioles GM talks big, delivers less while AL East rivals reload

Orioles top prospect reacts to demotion to Triple-A

The 24 pitchers who have thrown an MLB perfect game

The 'MLB strikeout leaders in 2024' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 20

MLB Insider Predicts Big Rebound Season for Rangers in 2025

The last few seasons have been a rollercoaster for the Texas Rangers. After losing 102 games in 2021 and 94 games in 2022, they surged to their first World Series title in franchise history in 2023.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 20

MLB Insider Sees Braves as Biggest Challenger to Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves have been a perennial contender for the better part of a decade now. However, one MLB insider feels we’re overlooking them heading into 2025.

Miami Marlins News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Marlins’ Spending Risks Grievance Amid Star Pitcher Trade Rumors

With Sandy Alcántara trade rumors swirling, the Miami Marlins face a potential players union grievance for their lack of spending. The Marlins are on alert, or at least they should be, as The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports Miami’s spending habits have them in hot water with the players union.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / March 17

Los Angeles Dodgers Big Move Elicits Angry Reactions From Rivals, Per MLB Insider

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ acquisition of starting pitcher Rōki Sasaki in free agency on January 17th elicited a range of reactions from other MLB teams, as detailed by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Boston Red Sox News / Athlon Sports / March 15

MLB Insider Shares 8-Word Confession After Former Red Sox Star’s HGH Admission

Longtime Boston Red Sox slugger Mo Vaughn turned heads earlier this week when he admitted to using HGH during his career. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, who first reported on Vaughn’s confession in The Athletic, would prefer people not focus solely on the stunning revelation.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / March 12

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wanted $500 million without deferrals for his next contract

More details about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract negotiations have come out. According to New York Post’s Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman, the Toronto Blue

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / March 3

Ken Rosenthal Names 5 Teams to 'Dethrone' the Dodgers in 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers' lavish spending finally paid off in 2024, winning the World Series in a full-length season for the first time since 1988. They

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / February 6

Yoán Moncada signs one-year deal with Angels

Another option for the Toronto Blue Jays is off the market. On Thursday evening, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Los Angeles Angels have signed Yoán Moncada to a one-year, $5 million deal.

Baltimore Orioles News / Larry Brown Sports / February 4

Orioles sign player who was involved in infamous MLB brawl

The Baltimore Orioles are adding a player who won’t be ducking any smoke. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Tuesday that outfielder Ramon Laureano has agreed to sign with the Orioles in free agency.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Reds agree to one-year deal with former All-Star

As recently as 2023, he was an All-Star in Baltimore, but the 2024 season was a nightmare for him.

Reds remain in talks with top unsigned reliever

MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around

The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 7

Ken Rosenthal reveals one reason for Braves slow offseason

Braves fans are wondering what Alex Anthopoulos is doing in Smyrna because the club has yet to make a single notable acquisition, and Spring Training is right around the corner.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 6

Ken Rosenthal still expects Braves to make several moves

The Atlanta Braves have been dead silent this offseason. They haven’t signed a single free agent to a major-league contract and have watched several key pieces walk out the door, such as Jorge Soler, Travis d’Arnaud, Max Fried, and Charlie Morton.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Blue Jays Insider / December 20

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal announces major update regarding Vladimir Guerrero Jr's contract negotiation

MLB insider Ken Rosenthal shared an update regarding the contract negotiations between the Toronto Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The Blue Jays have been in talks with Guerrero over an extension for a few days now, and news even came out that they made him a $340 million offer but that he rejected prior to Juan Soto signing.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 26

Ken Rosenthal says Braves are shopping for 'second-tier' free agents

The Atlanta Braves are entering the offseason with a ton of questions. Key players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider are expected to begin the season on the injured list (IL), while A.J.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / November 18

Does Alex Bregman have huge contract demand in free agency?

Bregman is one of the most prominent free agents on the market, but his initial demands may be higher than previously thought.

Could Yankees bury the past by signing this free agent?

Astros reach new naming-rights deal for ballpark

MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around

The '2024 MLB Rawlings Gold Glove winners' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Padres players snubbed reporter in response to critical article

The team’s actions were solely directed at Rosenthal, not Fox as a whole.

Fernando Tatis Jr. seemingly responds to Ken Rosenthal article

Takeaways from Dodgers-Padres Game 3: San Diego is one win away from NLCS thanks to six-run outburst

The worst MLB teams from the 2000s

The '1984 San Diego Padres' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Fernando Tatis Jr. seemingly responds to Ken Rosenthal article

Fernando Tatis Jr. seemingly had a message for longtime MLB reporter Ken Rosenthal after the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.

Takeaways from Dodgers-Padres Game 3: San Diego is one win away from NLCS thanks to six-run outburst

Facing elimination against Padres in Game 4, Dodgers relegated to bullpen game

'Historically bad reputation': Dodgers fans ripped for behavior in Game 2 of NLDS

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?

The 'Most hits in the 2010s' quiz