Royals Rundown: A Kansas City Royals Podcast

Bobby Witt Jr. is an AL MVP finalist, and the Kansas City Royals have two other Silver Slugger finalists in Carter Jensen and Jac Caglianone, which is a pretty good problem to have in November. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco look at what helps and hurts Witt’s case, and argue about how the outfield and utility finalists got picked in the first place.

The winter work starts with a new hitting coach, a former Giants hand with Kansas City-area ties. Then Jeremy and Jacob shop the free-agent market using FanGraphs’ crowdsourced contract estimates, weighing starters and reli...

Eleven players with real cases, five spots on the ballot, and one Gold Glove result that still does not make sense. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco fill out their Royals Hall of Fame ballots on air, and they do not agree. Jacob goes with Greg Holland, Kelvin Herrera, and Wade Davis alongside Carlos Beltran and Lorenzo Cain. Jeremy takes Mike Moustakas, Eric Hosmer, Cain, Davis, and Zack Greinke, and says he might still change his mind. Voting is open through Monday, Nov. 16 at midnight.

The ballot is crowded because the 2014 and 2015 teams were that good, and Jeremy...

The Milwaukee Brewers are World Series champions, the first title in franchise history, which means the Royals now get to spend the winter wondering how Milwaukee keeps doing this. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco send the season off with William Contreras as World Series MVP and a bullpen-management debate that deserves a longer argument than it got.

Then they turn to the Royals, and Jeremy brings the homework. Part Three of “Playing Picollo” is their full offseason roster build: a trade, free-agent signings like Taylor Ward, and the 40-man roster cuts that make it all fit. Jacob gets...

Every cut is a small verdict on last season. The Royals just handed out several, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco go through who is gone and why: Alex Lange, Mason Black, Connor Seabold, Alec Marsh, and Easton McGee.

Jeremy looks back at the bullpen problems that made some of these decisions feel inevitable. Jacob digs into how the Royals evaluate players, what each of these arms did and did not show, and where they might land next. The harder question is the trade-off: when does letting go of familiar faces open the door to something better...

Somewhere in the Kansas City Royals’ offseason plan, there should be a line that says “move first.” Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco make the case that the teams who win the winter are the ones willing to take the swing, and that a looming lockout is about to shrink the window for everyone else.

The timing is the hook. Free agents may rush to sign before any CBA shutdown, and trades could keep moving even if a lockout hits. Then an Orioles owner accidentally revealed how profitable MLB really is, which raises a fair question about payroll excuse...

Jeremy Greco wants to trade for Reid Detmers. Jacob Milham is going to make him pay for it. Playing opposing GMs, the two run a full trade simulation to find out what it would really take to push the Kansas City Royals over the top, and how much of the farm system Kansas City can afford to give up.

Jeremy brings the proposals for Detmers, Logan Gilbert, George Kirby, Nick Lodolo, Ryan Feltner, and Dylan Crews. Jacob pushes back on every one of them. Along the way they argue over who is untouchable and who is in...

The Royals unveiled their new downtown ballpark renderings, and the first thing people noticed was a fountain in the batter’s eye. That is roughly where the skepticism started. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco go through the covered roof, the limestone look, and the Crown Vision concept, then get to the question that matters more than any rendering: will the surrounding district, with its housing and year-round spaces, actually serve Kansas City residents, or just sound good in a press conference?

October keeps the chaos going. The Guardians, Rays, Brewers, and Dodgers series are three games deep, Je...

Every pitching prospect has a scouting report. Not many of them will also tell you their favorite spot to hunt in Louisiana. L.P. Langevin joins Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco for a wide-ranging conversation that covers both.

The baseball side alone is worth the listen. Langevin walks through how he rebuilt his approach after an injury-shortened season, the specific work that went into cutting down walks and attacking hitters more aggressively, and why playoff pressure actually brings out his best rather than rattling him. He also opens up about winning the Royals' Dan Quisenberry Reliever of...

The Royals are watching October from the couch, which turns out to be a pretty good vantage point. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco use the postseason bracket as a case study in what actually wins in baseball, and the answer is less about payroll than the cap debate wants it to be.

MLB’s latest labor proposal gives them plenty to chew on: a 154-game season, a best-of-seven division series, extra off days, and a system that lets the top seed pick its Wild Card opponent. Jeremy takes on the salary cap head-on, arguing it cannot fix co...

The Royals have a stadium to sell, a payroll to explain, and a lot of confidence about both. The numbers have not exactly gotten the memo. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco go through John Sherman's latest answers on spending and the stadium timeline, and the gap between the pitch and the math is where this episode lives.

Jeremy brings the skepticism, starting with why the stadium district report feels more like a sales job than a breakthrough. Then he turns it on J.J. Picollo's first four years, where he spots a pattern that keeps repeating: the...

"Aggressive in acquisitions" is one of those phrases that sounds great in a press conference and means almost nothing until someone actually writes a check. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco spend this episode picking apart J.J. Picollo's end-of-season comments to figure out what the Royals are really signaling for this winter, and whether aggressive and budget-conscious can actually coexist.

The hitting coach shakeup and a near-complete overhaul of the major league medical staff suggest real change is coming, even if the big free-agent splash everyone wants is probably not part of the plan. Jacob and Jeremy...

The Royals closed out the season with a winning home record, which is either a real building block or the world's most bittersweet consolation prize, depending on who you ask. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco land somewhere in between as they dig into the offseason question that might matter more than any other: what do you do with Vinnie Pasquantino?

His second-half surge complicates what looked like a simple answer a few months ago. Jacob and Jeremy weigh his health, his trade value, and what a major return could actually do for a roster that still needs...

The Kansas City Royals are limping to the finish line, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco use this episode to focus on what actually matters now: who is trending up, who is running out of runway, and which young arms might reshape the offseason conversation. A rough loss to the White Sox underscored just how thin the margin has been all season, even as Salvador Perez hit his 20th homer along the way.

Tony Gonsolin's Royals debut stands out despite a messy final line, with his splitter drawing real intrigue from both hosts. Lucas Erceg suddenly looks...

The Kansas City Royals are limping into the final week of the season, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down a brutal sweep in Pittsburgh, a bullpen that keeps reminding everyone how fragile late leads really are, and the handful of bright spots still worth chasing before the offseason arrives.

Jeremy unpacks why Jac Caglianone's dugout incident is about more than a box score or a suspended game, turning it into a deeper conversation about anger, mental health, and why punching walls is never as harmless as people want to pretend it is.

Carter...

Quad Cities rolled through the Midwest League postseason undefeated, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down why this championship run matters well beyond one trophy for the Kansas City Royals system.

The pitching that powered the River Bandits' dominance is the story worth knowing. L.P. Langevin's late-season strikeout surge has some fans dreaming about an accelerated path to Kansas City, and his numbers back up the excitement. Kendry Chourio's wipeout stuff and David Shields' polish in escaping jams make them a genuinely dangerous tandem, and both keep getting harder to doubt with each outing.

With 12 games left in the season, Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco are counting down the games until the Kansas City Royals' season ends amid a much-needed offseason overhaul.

Carter Jensen is the centerpiece of the on-field conversation after tying the Royals rookie home run record and climbing historic rookie leaderboards in extra-base hits, doubles, RBI, walks, and caught stealing rate. He may not win AL Rookie of the Year, but Jacob and Jeremy make a real case for him as a catcher Silver Slugger contender. Bobby Witt Jr.'s pursuit of a 20-40 season keeps the MVP...

The Kansas City Royals are suffering through a brutal, heat-soaked homestand, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco give it a quick reality check before shifting the conversation to what actually matters heading into 2027. The focus has moved from wild card math to a genuine evaluation of which current roster pieces fit a competitive Royals team next season.

The duo starts with the current position player side of the 28-man roster, wondering who the lynchpins are holding next year's hopes together and who are just filling a short-term need in the lost season.

The farm system...

Jac Caglianone and Noah Cameron just became the first pair of Royals teammates to win AL monthly awards in the same month since 1985, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco give the milestone its full due even as the season around it has slipped back into disappointment. Cameron's August was more than enough to earn Pitcher of the Month honors despite modest strikeout totals, while Caglianone led the AL in batting average, slugging, OPS, and RBI in a breakout that now feels like genuine league-wide recognition rather than a stats-driven argument.

The September call-ups told a different story...

The Kansas City Royals took two of three from Cleveland, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco spend most of this episode on the bigger organizational questions the series raised. John Schreiber was placed on waivers and claimed by the Yankees, and the hosts unpack the money saved along with what the move signals about the front office's real view of where this roster stands. Seth Lugo's downturn gets a hard look as well, including his recent ERA spike and declining strikeouts, with the conversation turning toward why the extension for him is a genuine issue rather than an earned...

The Kansas City Royals' nine-game winning streak came to an end with a 3-0 loss to Toronto, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco frame it as a strong stretch rather than any kind of collapse. Bobby Witt Jr. stays in the AL MVP conversation, though the offensive edge right now still points toward Yordan Alvarez. Jac Caglianone's struggles since returning from injury spark a broader conversation about rhythm and confidence, and how much weight a rough game or two should actually carry.

The roster continues to churn. Michael Massey has gone on the seven-day concussion list after...

The Kansas City Royals just completed a perfect homestand, the fourth in franchise history, by sweeping the Detroit Tigers and extending their winning streak to eight games, the longest active streak in the AL. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down why this stretch felt different and whether it means anything for the faintest of postseason hopes.

The offense was the story all weekend. Kansas City posted a .915 team OPS, a .312 batting average, and 6.7 runs per game across the Athletics and Tigers series, with contributions coming from nearly every spot in the order. Kyle Isbel, Vinnie Pasquantino...

Kansas City officially approved a $600 million funding commitment for a downtown Royals stadium by an 11-to-2 vote, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down everything that led to it. Jeremy's interview with Councilman Duncan, who voted no, adds real texture to the conversation, particularly his concerns about the lack of a completed financial analysis before the vote went through.

The deal structure gets a thorough examination, including the Royals' private contribution, possible state funding, and whether the city actually used its negotiating leverage effectively. Jacob and Jeremy are not shy about their criticism, both of the...

The Kansas City Royals finally won a road series, and Noah Cameron made sure the finale was memorable with a one-hit complete-game shutout in Anaheim that Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco treat as the centerpiece of this episode. The Royals had not won a road series in more than two months, making the victory over the Los Angeles Angels feel like a moment for this aimless team to relish in.

Cameron's recent run of starts allowing one hit or fewer over seven-plus innings belongs in historical context, and the hosts dig into why his slider, changeup, and...

The Kansas City Royals dropped a series to the Los Angeles Dodgers, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco find plenty worth discussing in both the struggles and the small victories along the way.

Jac Caglianone remains the most compelling storyline on the roster right now. He is hitting for average and looking increasingly comfortable at the player while playing first base, and Jacob and Jeremy dig into the ongoing debate about which position actually maximizes his value to this team. It is a conversation about more than just defense but where he plays affects the entire lineup...

Owner John Sherman gave an interview with Josh Vernier about what it will take to make the Kansas City Royals competitive by 2027, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco spend the bulk of this episode working through what he actually said. An entirely new bullpen is one of the clearest needs, and Sherman's acknowledgment of the work ahead sets the tone for a broader roster evaluation that follows, including where potential investment in starting pitching should be prioritized.

Sherman's framing of the organization as a results-based business runs through the conversation, and Jacob and Jeremy weigh his comments...

The Kansas City Royals took a series from the playoff-hopeful Minnesota Twins, and the bullpen usage and managerial decisions behind the win challenge some conventional wisdom about how this coaching staff operates. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down what actually worked.

 Noah Cameron's recent streak adds another bright spot, and the hosts assess what his sustained effectiveness could mean for the rotation heading into the final months of the season. Daniel Lynch's role as a starter has drawn questions, but the reasoning behind it is more strategic than it appears on the surface. Jacob and Jeremy w...

The trade deadline has come and gone, and the Kansas City Royals' decisions left fans in disbelief. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco dissect the moves, and the notable lack of others, as the front office's approach comes under real scrutiny.

The Kris Bubic for Carlos Duran swap headlines a deadline that many are already calling a missed opportunity. Jacob and Jeremy work through why the return fell short of expectations and what it says about how the organization is valuing its own assets heading into a critical offseason. The trade of Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter to...

Trade rumors are swirling, and the Kansas City Royals' decisions over the next several days could shape the franchise well beyond this season. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco dig into what is really brewing behind the scenes as the deadline approaches.

The Royals' current standing puts them squarely in seller territory, and Jacob and Jeremy make the case for why bold moves are necessary rather than optional. Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo both represent real value on the trade market right now, and holding onto controllable veterans at this stage of a lost season risks missing a...

Salvador Perez is now the Kansas City Royals' all-time home run leader, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco give the record-breaking moment the full treatment it deserves.

Perez's sustained power, his ability to keep producing at this stage of his career, and the curious absence of recognition from MLB The Show all factor into a broader conversation about his place in franchise history. The record-breaking shot could not have come at a more fitting time, and the final stretch of the season could still add to his total in meaningful ways.

The trade deadline is...

Salvador Perez has tied George Brett with 317 career home runs as a Royal, and this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast gives the milestone its moment before turning to a trade deadline that is now days away.

Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco open with the home run series against the Giants, Perez's recent hot streak against NL pitching, and the slider-heavy strategies opposing staffs have deployed to try to contain him. The record-breaking shot could come any game now, and the hosts explore what it would mean for a player who has defined what it means to...

The Kansas City Royals followed up a series win with a surreal 19-2 Sunday blowout, and this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast sorts through all of it as the trade deadline inches closer.

Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco open with the series recap, balancing the positives of the win over the San Diego Padres against the lopsided defeats that characterize 2026. Salvador Perez's chase for the Royals' all-time home run record, Jac Caglianone's slamming season, and Noah Cameron's struggles Sunday lead the conversation.

On the health front, Bobby Witt Jr.'s latest injury scare and...

The All-Star break is in the rearview, and the Kansas City Royals must move on to the second half. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco use this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast to reflect on the festivities, revisit the draft with fresh eyes, and map out what the remaining months of the 2026 season should look like for an organization at a critical juncture.

The episode opens with a full recap of All-Star week, including standout performances from the game itself, the Home Run Derby surprises, and how the Royals' representatives fared on the national stage. The hosts...

The MLB Draft is in the books, the first half is officially over, and the Kansas City Royals made a selection at sixth overall that has generated strong opinions on both sides. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco do not hold back in this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, breaking down the Zion Rose pick, the organizational philosophy behind it, and whether the front office outsmarted itself on draft night.

The Zion Rose selection is examined from every angle: his tools, his evaluations from analysts like Keith Law, his character and work ethic as revealed in interviews...

All-Star Week is nearly here, the MLB Draft is around the corner, and the Kansas City Royals have plenty to talk about on both fronts. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco bring the energy, covering everything from Home Run Derby to draft strategy to a historic hitting streak from the unlikeliest of players.

The trade deadline is approaching, and the Kansas City Royals have decisions to make. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco use this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast to work through every angle of what should be one of the most consequential stretches in the organization's near-term future.

The episode opens with a look at the recent homestand struggles, including a matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies, defensive inconsistency, and a bullpen that has not been able to stabilize for any sustained period. The coaching staff's decision-making and lineup management draw comparison to how the Phillies have navigated their...

The Royals just can't beat the AL East. They also can't stop getting hurt. And they can't stop giving up home runs to Junior Caminero, either. Or, well, they can now that they're done playing the Rays for the year. I hope.

Finally, Jeremy, unrestrained by Jacob, goes on a WAY too long rant about the video game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. If you skip that part, we promise not to hold it against you.

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The Kansas City Royals salvaged the final game against the Chicago White Sox, but the series as a whole told a familiar story: a team fighting through injuries, inconsistency, and organizational questions that do not have easy answers. Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break it all down with the kind of honest, detailed analysis Royals fans can to rely on.

The injury updates dominate the early portion of the episode, and for good reason. Maikel Garcia, Cole Ragans, Carlos Estevez, Nick Mears, and Jac Caglianone are all in various stages of dealing with health concerns, and the...

The Kansas City Royals have reached the season midpoint at 34-48, fourteen games below .500 and sitting in last place in the AL Central. It is not where anyone wanted to be, but Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco find more to talk about than the record alone would suggest.

The headline story continues to be Jac Caglianone, who leads the team with 14 home runs and is flirting with franchise records for June production. We break down the adjustments that have fueled his recent surge, the mechanical changes that are translating into real power output, and the realistic conversation...

The Kansas City Royals took the series from the St. Louis Cardinals, but the celebration comes with a significant asterisk with Bobby Witt Jr.'s injury as the conversation around player health in Kansas City is only getting louder.

Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco open with the series win and what it represents for a team searching for positive momentum, before turning quickly to the injury news that has overtaken the narrative. Witt's return timeline is the headline, but Maikel Garcia's hand injury continues to be visible through the broadcast.

On a far more encouraging...

The Kansas City Royals are nearing the season's midpoint, and saying things are complicated is an optimistic understatemnt. We look at where the team stands, including the near misses, the mounting injury list, and the front office decisions that will define the second half of 2026.

After the Royals narrowly avoided a sweep against the Houston Astros, there is little room for comfort after a 2-4 run in Kauffman Stadium. There are individuals to celebrate, but the losses come faster than the wins, and that includes the additions to the IL. Vinnie Pasquantino's injury is the most significant...