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The Rockies have parted ways with pitching coach Alon Leichman, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Keith Law. Leichman held the position for just one season, as the Rox only hired the 37-year-old last December.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8

MLB exploring changes to the regular season and playoffs

Major League Baseball (MLB) has issued a new proposal that could bring several changes to the regular season and postseason. One of them involves a 154-game schedule, bringing the number down from 162.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Matt Kleine, Rob Cerfolio Candidates In Athletics’ GM Search

The Athletics are looking for a new front office leader. According to reporting from Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Brewers assistant general manager Matt Kleine is on the list of candidates, though it’s not specified if he has interviewed for the gig.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1

Ken Rosenthal calls for major change to MLB playoffs bracket

As the 2026 MLB playoffs kicked off on Tuesday, insider Ken Rosenthal made it clear that he hopes for a change in the future. Rosenthal wants the bracket to be re-seeded after the Wild Card round, as he mentioned during an episode of “Foul Territory” on Tuesday.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Tigers to part ways with two coaches

The Tigers are expected to make two coaching changes involving the major league staff. Assistant pitching coach Juan Nieves and first base coach Anthony Sanders will not be back with the club, reports Cody Stavenhagen and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 28

Cubs Slapped With Brutal Prediction Before Wild Card Against Padres

Veteran baseball insider Ken Rosenthal delivered a blunt assessment Monday of the Chicago Cubs’ chances in this week’s National League Wild Card Series, saying he does not expect them to advance past the San Diego Padres.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Tampa Bay Rays on SI / September 27

Why the Rays Have a Massive Pitching Advantage in Postseason

The Tampa Bay Rays are officially the American League East Division Champions, which means they are lined up to face either the New York Yankees or the Boston Red Sox in the ALDS.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 24

Ken Rosenthal’s Latest Report Exposes What Reds Fans Have Feared

Cincinnati Reds fans have spent years questioning whether ownership has a real plan to build a winning organization. Ken Rosenthal’s latest report for The Athletic gives them even more reason to be frustrated.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 23

Mets close to adding Derek Falvey to front office

The Mets are “moving toward” adding Derek Falvey to their front office, per a report by Will Sammon and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The 43-year-old mutually parted ways with the Twins at the beginning of this year after having served as their president of baseball operations for years.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 23

Mets To Hire Derek Falvey For Front Office Role

The Mets are closing in on hiring Derek Falvey to a front office position, reports Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. Falvey was most recently the president of baseball operations with the Twins.

Atlanta Braves News / Trade Talk Sports / September 8

Insider Believes Ronald Acuña Jr. Could Hit Free Agency in Two Years

Ronald Acuña Jr. is one of the most talented players in baseball without question, but his availability, or lack thereof, has really limited the Atlanta Braves outfielder in recent years.

Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8

Notable update emerges on Ronald Acuña Jr’s future

Ronald Acuña Jr. may be nearing the end of his shelf life in Atlanta. The Atlanta Braves star outfielder Acuña would welcome extension talks with the team this offseason, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Monday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 1

'I Am Worried About the Dodgers': MLB Insider Raises Concerns as ‘World Series’ Pressure Looms

The Los Angeles Dodgers don’t need much help to reach October. Their problems start once they get into the playoffs. A team sitting near the top of the National League is suddenly seeing its offense slide in the wrong direction, making the race for the top two spots in the NL all the more critical.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 27

Pirates Should Claim Reds Slugger Off Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need some power and a right-handed bat in their lineup and one rival team has a player who would address that issue.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 14

Jacob deGrom may have done the Braves a huge favor

Ken Rosenthal was all over the Braves’ interest in Jacob deGrom at the deadline, even going as far as to say a deal was essentially done — all Atlanta needed was deGrom’s approval, since he holds a full no-trade clause.

MLB News / Trade Talk Sports / August 4

Jacob deGrom Shot Down Potential Trade to Braves, Others

The Texas Rangers were open for business heading into Monday’s trade deadline, but that didn’t necessarily mean they could do whatever they wanted. Several

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Ken Rosenthal gets roasted for his MLB trade deadline reporting mistake

Ken Rosenthal pulled a Bob Nightengale during Monday’s MLB trade deadline. The Athletic reporter Rosenthal got roasted for a mistake that he made in reporting the trade of Foster Griffin.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / July 29

Ken Rosenthal pushes back on potential trade between Braves and Blue Jays

On paper, the Braves and the Blue Jays make perfect sense as trade partners. The Braves are obvious buyers sitting atop the NL East, while the Blue Jays are in last place in the AL East and 5.5 games back of the final wild card spot with several teams between them.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 15

Ken Rosenthal on Braves adding a starting pitcher at the trade deadline

The Braves revealed the plan for Spencer Strider moving forward. He’ll be shut down for the next four weeks, then take another MRI. If everything checks out, he’ll resume throwing.

MLB News / HITC / June 10

Ken Rosenthal says we could see trades in June and the calendar says believe him

The trade deadline is still nearly two months away, but one of the most plugged-in reporters in the sport thinks the action might start early. Ken Rosenthal floated the idea that teams will not wait, and given how many clubs already know what they are, it is easy to believe him.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 5

Ken Rosenthal on if the potential lockout will affect the trade deadline

One intriguing aspect that must be considered at this year’s trade deadline is the potential MLB lockout currently threatening the 2027 season. Almost every notable MLB insider is expecting some form of work stoppage.

MLB News / The Spun / May 31

Ken Rosenthal Is Publicly Against An MLB Salary Cap

Major League Baseball is in discussions for a new collective bargaining agreement heading into the 2027 season and beyond. MLB's owners have proposed a salary cap system.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 5

Ken Rosenthal Hints at Cardinals' Trade Deadline Strategy Amid Hot Start

The St. Louis Cardinals continue to play impressive baseball to start the 2026 season. After Monday night's win over the Milwaukee Brewers, they are 21-14 and sit just two games back of first place in the National League Central.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 20

Will Mets, Freddy Peralta sign extension before Opening Day?

Mets, Freddy Peralta seem to have understanding about possibly signing extension before Opening Day

Not long after the New York Mets acquired Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this offseason, the 29-year-old who is set to reach free agency after the 2026 season wraps up suggested he could be open to signing an extension with the club before Opening Day.

Nolan McLean nearly had Mets' Carlos Mendoza 'jumping off the couch' during WBC final

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement

Legendary Mets announcer Howie Rose explains major career decision

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 19

Ken Rosenthal Explains Why Braves May Not Have Signed a Starter

Before we've even reached the first game in spring training, the Atlanta Braves have seen themselves thrust into a dilemma with the injury bug and the discourse surrounding it.