It didn't take long for the rumors about the Royals trading Brady Singer to become true. How did the Royals do on the trade? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) breakdown the Singer for India and Wiemer trade. - Did the Royals get enough for Singer?  - Where will Jonathan India play?  - What does Joey Wiemer bring to the Royals? - The numbers for India/Wiemer will look like what? - What makes this trade a...

The Royals improved their win total by 30 games... what role did analytics play in the Royals run to the playoffs? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Royals Vice President - Assistant General Manager/Research & Development, Daniel Mack to the Pod. - What role did analytics play in signing Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha? - How do the Royals handle their pitchers? - Do the Royals value OBP? - How...

Speaking at the GM Meetings, J.J. Picollo gave some idea of how the Royals view their team moving forward and what they are looking for. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are breaking down the Picollo comments and more... - Bubic is a starter? - Lynch could be a starter? - Singer's locked in the rotation. - Where will the Royals find OBP? - Shopping Bubic and Marsh? - Jac Caglianone scalding baseballs!

The Royals lock up Michael Wacha on a 3-year $72-million deal. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals resigning of Wacha and... - Bobby Witt Jr. and Seth Lugo grab Gold Gloves! - Michael Wacha stays in KC. - Is Wacha worth 3-$72M? - Are the Royals now more likely to trade a Starting Pitcher? - Who should KC target in Free Agency? - Is there a trade that makes sense for the Royals?

Reviewing the Royals 2024 Minor League season. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) look back at the Royals 2024 Minor Leagues. - 2024 Minor League recap. - Surprises. - Disappointments. - Our top 12 prospects. - Who can help the 2025 Royals?

How did we do on our preseason Royals predictions? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) take a look back at what they thought this season would be and why. How did we do on our Bold & Daring Predictions and did we get the awards winners correct? Plus... - What to do with the impending FA's? - How to handle Michael Wacha? - Who are the two players the Royals should look at trading and why? - What should...

One of the most surprising and enjoyable seasons in Royals history comes to an end in the American League Division Series. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) put a bow on the 2024 Royals Season... - Why did the Royals come up short vs. the Yankees? - Where can the Royals get better? - Kevin Seitzer is available. - How about a walk?  - What needs to change?  - What's the future of the Royals on TV in KC?

Giancarlo Stanton proves to be too much for the Royals. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) bring on friend of the Pod, Joe Sheehan (Joe Sheehan MLB Newsletter) to break down the Royals Game 3 loss to the Yankees.  - Did the Yankees win because of their payroll?  - Lugo not sharp. - Royals pitchers walk 9. - Stanton proves to be too much! - Royals can’t get the clutch hit. - What to expect in Game 4?

A back and forth Game 1 of the ALDS goes to the Yankees. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals 6-5 loss in the Bronx. - What happened last night? - Where was the bullpen? - Did the umpires rob the Royals of a win?  - Anything Quatraro got wrong?  - What should the Royals do differently in Game 2? - Should the Royals stick with the same lineup? - How much does the legacy of this season...

The Royals are moving on to New York and the American League Division Series with the Yankees. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals Game 2 Wild Card win over the Orioles. - Seth Lugo only goes 4+, but only gives up 1 run. - The bullpen continues to dominate. - Offense is still missing. - Bobby Witt Jr. comes up clutch again! - Can KC beat the Yankees scoring only two runs? - How should...

Breaking down the Royals win over the Orioles. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down how the Royals won Game 1 of the AL Wild Card. - Cole Ragans dominates for 6 innings. - Royals offense nets just one run. - Vinnie Pasquantino is back. - Was Massey leading off the right call? - Bobby Witt comes through with the game winning RBI. - 3 shutout innings from the bullpen. - Maikel Garcia comes up...

How did the Royals pull off this unbelievable turnaround season? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss how the Royals were able to clinch a spot in the playoffs. Plus... - What were the keys to this season? - What happened to the offense in September? - Can Vinnie Pasquantino return? - How much of a difference would Vinnie make? - What should the playoff roster look like? - What are the most...

Could this have actually been the worst week ever for the Royals? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down just where this winless week belongs in Royals history. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - How much of the offensive problem is just no Vinnie? - Measuring the reaming schedules for the contenders. - How many wins will it take to make the playoffs? - Are there any personnel moves left to...

With the MLB Playoffs now all but a lock for the Royals, it's time to start looking at how they shape up for the postseason. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are discussing...  - Can anything stop the Royals from getting to the playoffs now? - What does the Playoff Bullpen look like? - Who are your Playoff Starting Pitchers? - Is this team built for the Playoffs? - What are the strengths and weaknesses...

Does a sweep of the Minnesota Twins mean the Royals are a lock for the playoffs? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals and their playoff chances. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - Rany has a new comp for this Royals team. - Is the Starting Pitching getting its second wind? - How much confidence is there in the bullpen now? - Can the Royals win in the Post-Season without Vinnie? - Rany's...

Even after getting swept in Houston the Royals are still barreling towards the playoffs. David Lesky (Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) pinch hitting for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals playoff chances after making even more moves before the September 1 roster deadline. - What did the Royals get in Pham, Grossman and Gurriel? - Disaster in Houston. - Playoff Optimism Meter. - How much will...

The rosters expand to 28 this week. What players should the Royals be considering for the call ups? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what minor leaguers can help the Royals make their final push for the playoffs. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter - The 3-3 week that was. - KC goes 1-2 vs the Phillies, what to expect for the next 17 games? - How should the Royals use Tyler Gentry? - Bobby Witt Jr....

Rany is ready to admit he was wrong about JJ Picollo the way only Rany Jazayerli can. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) also discuss... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - The Witt Minute. - The Royals crushing the Reds. - Where did this Dairon Blanco come from? - Brady Singer bounces back. - Rany admits he was wrong about Picollo.

The Royals bullpen continues to have issues. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the bullpen issues and how Matt Quatraro is using it. - Playoff Optimism Meter. - Bobby Witt Jr. continues to pile up the stats. - Can the Royals win with only 2 reliable relievers? - How does Quatraro need to change down the stretch? - Huge series at the Twins up next.

The Royals added three arms and a bat before the Trade Deadline. Did they get it right? Will it be enough to make the playoffs? Which trade makes the biggest impact? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals trades for Lucas Erceg, Paul Dejong, Michael Lorenzen and Hunter Harvey. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - Putting Bobby Witt's incredible July into perspective. - Freddy Fermin to...

How do the last 365 days of Bobby Witt Jr.'s career shape up against the best years in Royals history? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what Witt has done over the last year and decide whether this is the best 12 months of baseball any Royal has ever put on the field. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - Is the bullpen fixable? - Can anyone succeed in the leadoff role? Massey? - Did the Royals...

How strong is Bobby Witt Jr.'s case for the MVP? Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) and David Lesky (Inside the Crown, InsidetheCrown.Substack.com/@DBLesky) in for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) discuss the case for Bobby Witt Jr. to the AL MVP this year. Plus... - Playoff Optimism Meter. - Royals sweep the White Sox. - Predictions on what the second half will look like. - Gone... Jordan Lyles. - How to handle the innings load on the...

The Royals made Florida first baseman Jac Caglianone their pick at #6 in the 2024 MLB Draft. What type of expectations should there be? Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Caglianone and the rest of the Royals draft. Plus... - Bobby Witt Jr. comes up inches short in the HR Derby. - First Half Review. - Playoff Optimism Meter. - What does the selection of Caglianone say about the Royals...

Four All-Stars... but the Royals are on the outside looking in for the playoffs. Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the joy of Kansas City getting 4 All-Stars and the disappointment of a (2-4) week against the Rays and Rockies. - What does 4 All-Stars mean for the Royals? - Salvador Perez collects his 1,500th hit. HOF? - Is Brady Singer elite? - Kris Bubic is back. What's his best role? - Maikel...