With Major League Baseball beginning today, we make our final season predictions for the 2024 Royals season! Secondly, we project what each division will look like. Lastly, we provide some fun hot takes for the Royals! Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - W/L prediction 10:35 - Standings projections 22:15 - Hot takes Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team,...

As we approach Opening Day, we look back on off-season that gave Royals fans a reason to believe again. Next, we ask if the effort this off-season was enough to get it done in the regular season. Lastly, we dive into a series preview against the Minnesota Twins. Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - The off-season of hope 11:21 - Was it enough? 21:00 - Twins talk Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧...

In a brand new bullpen, is James McArthur the best the Royals have to offer? Secondly, how encouraged are we by Brady Singer's start in Springdale? Lastly, we're about the call it a wrap on the off-season! Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - McArthur 11:01 - Singer 21:02 - Off-season over Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...

After a great spring, we ask why Nick Pratto will still begin the year in Omaha. Secondly, we can all breathe easier knowing Michael Wacha's finger injury turned out to be nothing. Lastly, who will start at second base to begin the season? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Pratto to Omaha 11:13 - Wacha 20:45 - Loftin or Frazier? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide:...

For the final time in the off-season, we answer questions from our mailbag! We also make our final predictions for the last three spots on the roster. Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:53 - More Q's 22:03 - Final roster spots Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB #Royals...

Following last night's game, the Royals made a flurry of roster moves that brings more clarity for Opening Day. Next, it appears Alec Marsh has taken the final spot in the rotation from Jordan Lyles. Lastly, are we concerned about Brady Singer's poor spring? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Roster moves 10:48 - Marsh/Lyles 20:38 - Singer Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB...

As the off-season comes to a close, we take a look at just how different the Royals' roster looks from last Opening Day. Secondly, another brutal year for Asa Lacy ends with injury. Lastly, what did we make of Seth Lugo's final start of Spring Training? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Purge 11:28 - Lacy 21:48 - Lugo Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team,...

Though Opening Day is one game of 162, we discuss the importance of the Royals performing well next Thursday. Secondly, let's make a case for Nelson Velazquez to make the roster. Lastly, is Michael Massey a good bet? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Opening Day 11:33 - Nelly Nukes 20:58 - Massey Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects &...

With one week to go, we debate which starter will get the last spot in the rotation. Secondly, we dive into some injury news involving a team in the AL Central. Lastly, this Royals prospect is turning heads in camp with his 100 mph fastball. Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - 5th starter 11:04 - AL Central injuries 20:45 - Wolters Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide:...

Cole Ragans was named the Opening Day starter earlier tonight and we've got thoughts about it! Next, what did we make of the Royals/Brewers prospect game? Lastly, Bobby Witt Jr is quietly having one of the best springs of any player on the team. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Ragans to start Opening Day 11:06 - Prospect game 20:46 - Witt Jr Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB...

We ask the question if the Royals are capable of putting it together for 162 games this season. Secondly, we break down the most recent trade made by Kansas City. Lastly, who will be the fireman out of the bullpen this year? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Putting it together 10:47 - New prospect 20:49 - Who is the fireman? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide:...

Another Friday means another edition of a Mailbag Friday where we answers all of the questions from our listeners. Also, we ask if Nick Pratto is really changing our mind. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all right here on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 11:30 - More Questions 23:10 - Pratto Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...

Though there are many to choose from, who will be the most improved Royals in 2024? Secondly, when will Tyler Gentry make it to the bigs? Lastly, who do we like in the MLB Draft this Summer? Find out in this episode of "Locked On Royals" with Jack Johnson! 0:00 - Most Improved Player 10:51 - Gentry 21:43 - Draft Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...

Before we enter Year 2 of the J.J. Picollo era, we debate just how different he is from Dayton Moore. Secondly, who is actually going to be the Opening Day starter? Lastly, it's not a bad thing that John McMillon will begin the year in Omaha. Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - JJ/Dayton 11:17 - OD Starter 21:04 - McMillon Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every...

After getting off to a hot start in Spring Training, what should the plan be involving a roster spot for Nick Pratto? Next, has Alec Marsh done enough to earn a bullpen spot in Kansas City? Lastly, who are three guys that are letting opportunities slip away down in Surprise? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Pratto 10:28 - Marsh 20:31 - Bad numbers Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked...

After catching a glimpse of MJ Melendez in Spring Training, we discuss what looks slightly different about him at the plate. Secondly, what did we make off the weekend starts by Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha? Lastly, the Royals won't be signing these players. Host Jack Johnson dives into. it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Melendez 11:32 - Lugo & Wacha 22:04 - Free agents Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On...

Another Friday means more questions from our mailbag to answer! Lastly, what more do we have to say about Cole Ragans? Host Jack Johnson has the answers on this edition of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 9:33 - More ?'s 21:45 - Ragans Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB #Royals #KansasCityRoyals #mlb eBay Motors With all the...

Jordan Lyles spent the off-season working at Tread Athletics trying to improve velocity. In his first spring start, it appeared to look good. What can we expect from him in Year 2? Secondly, what's the latest on Hunter Renfroe? Lastly, can we take anything from the first starters from those in the rotation? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Lyles 12:32 - Renfroe 21:50 - Rotation thoughts Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧...

After Brady Singer pitched well in his spring debut, we discuss what's the best thing he can improve before the regular season. Secondly, where is Nick Pratto's roster spot? Lastly, are there any concerns early on about the team? Host Jack Johnson touches on it all on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Singer 10:07 - Pratto 20:28 - Early concern Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects &...

With a minor setback in Spring Training to Carlos Hernandez, who is someone that can replace him in the Royals bullpen? Next, how impressive was Michael Wacha's first start? Lastly, what can we make of Walter Pennington? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Hernandez 10:38 - Wacha 20:54 - Pennington Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...

Following his first start of Spring Training, we evaluate the role of Seth Lugo in 2024. Secondly, we dive into the absurd outing Cole Ragans logged on Sunday. Lastly, who is the X-factor for the team? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Lugo 11:37 - Ragans 23:05 - X-factor Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...

For the first time in six years, the Royals have high expectations. Is that a good or bad thing? Secondly, what stats can you take away from Spring Training? Lastly, Cole Ragans takes the bump for the first time today! Host Jack Johnson discusses it all on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - The Hype 11:33 - ST Stats 23:05 - Ragans Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORoyals?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...