Barstool Sports personality Dan “Big Cat” Katz did not mince words when discussing Ken Rosenthal during Monday’s episode of the Pardon My Take, delivering a blunt critique of the veteran reporter’s role on World Baseball Classic broadcasts airing on FOX Sports.
During the show, Katz voiced frustration with Rosenthal’s presence on the tournament coverage while referencing lingering irritation tied to an incident involving the Milwaukee Brewers last season, a situation that appeared to shape his opinion of the longtime baseball insider.
“Ken Rosenthal, get the f**k out of here, dude,” Katz said during the conversation. “I’m so sick of this guy. Ever since that Brewers thing last year, he’s such a loser. Get him out. I don’t want him anywhere near me anymore.”
Rosenthal was at the center for a viral mishap last summer where he knocked over a photographer in an attempt to dodge a postgame Gatorade celebration. Following the viral moment, Rosenthal apologized for the ordeal.
“I felt awful about what happened. And afterward, I went up to Scott [Paulus], who I’ve worked with in pits before over the years, and I apologized,” said Rosenthal last year. “I apologized profusely because let’s face it, I don’t think you ever expect knocking someone down is going to happen in any particular situation.”
The moment was never forgotten by Katz. He continued his criticism moments later while discussing Rosenthal’s on-air personality. Katz also referenced Rosenthal’s reaction to the situation. He suggested the episode left a lasting impression on him. It also shaped how he now views the reporter’s presence on national broadcasts.
“I’m so sick of Ken Rosenthal,” Katz added. “That should have been like a career ender the way he reacted. He’s just a jerk. I’m all for second chances, but you could tell he’s just a jerk.”
Rosenthal, who has spent decades covering baseball across multiple national outlets, serves as one of the prominent reporters on FOX’s coverage of the World Baseball Classic. The tournament, which brings together many of the sport’s top international stars and major league talent, has become a centerpiece of this year’s early spring baseball programming.
Although Katz’s remarks were pointed, the discussion unfolded within the comedic and conversational style typical of the podcast, where hosts frequently deliver exaggerated opinions about sports figures, teams and media personalities.
Rosenthal has not publicly responded to the comments.
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