Kauffman Corner

Carter Jensen tied the Royals Rookie Homer Record and Bobby Witt Jr. topped 40 Stolen Bases again. What is all means for the future of the Kansas City Royals. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the statistical accomplishments of two of the Royals talented young players and more. Noah Cameron dazzles again. Carter Jensen ties the Rookie HR record. Bobby tops 40 steals AGAIN! What bullpen pieces can the Royals use in ’27? Did Seth Lugo find something in his last start? Quad Cities is playing for the Championship. Kendry Chourio is still dealing. What to expect this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carter Jensen is closing in on the Royals Rookie Homer Record after pounding three more homers this week. How good is Jensen now and how good can he become? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss how bright the future is for Carter Jensen and look to the minors for where the Royals might find help in the future. How good is Carter Jensen now? Where does his rookie season rank among Catchers? What’s the plan for Blake Mitchell and Ramon Ramirez? Caglianone injures his elbow on an OF throw. Cameron/Caglianone win pitcher/player of the month! Daniel Lynch stinks in the first. David Shields sparkling numbers. Veteran help in Omaha. What to expect this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Royals GM JJ Picollo said .500 is not good enough for the Royals. So what’s realistic to expect from the Royals each year? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what Royals fans should be able to expect from the Royals and when JJ Picollo has been given enough time to live up to those expectations? Picollo says .500 isn’t good enough. What should the expectation be each season? When are the Royals fully Picollo’s organization? 12-2 in the last 14 means what? How do the Royals make the Wild Card? Wacha and Lugo the rest of the season. Monthly awards for Cags and Cameron? Time to call up Gavin Cross and Carson Roccaforte? What happens this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Long after the season was lost the Royals have decided to put together their longest win streak of the season. So what is an 8-game win streak worth now? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what this win streak means and whether it has any value for the organization moving forward. What’s an 8-game win streak worth now? Does it have any value for 2027? Just how important is Vinnie’s bat? Are the Royals serious about Daniel Lynch as a starter? How much of the bullpen problem have the Royals solved? Walcha vs. Cameron for the ’27 Opening Day Starter. Where’s the level of concern for Maikel Garcia long term? Royals new stadium clears the latest hurdle. What happens in Toronto and Cleveland? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals have serious questions regarding their pitching staff in ’27, but have they at least answered the question of who the staff’s number one starter is? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the brilliant start from Noah Cameron and take a closer look at some of the potential solutions to the Royals pitching problems. Why is Daniel Lynch starting? When do the Royals call up Lucas Braun? Should the Royals try a 6-man rotation? Is there a future with Randy Dobnak? Can Nate Pearson help in ’27? Cags continues to look like a star. Pasquantino and Garcia on Rehab Assignment. Kendry Chourio. How good is Angeibel Gomez? The Royals will play in the Field of Dreams Game in ’27. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Even though the Royals were outclassed in a three game series with the Cubs, Jac Caglianone made a huge impression with a four hit, two homer game. How good can he be? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the monster performance from Caglianone and discuss the latest roster moves for the Royals. Cubs take 2 of 3. Caglianone has a monster day. Do the Royals have to sign him this offseason? Craig Kimbrel is a Royals. Is Carter Jensen wearing down? Can Daniel Lynch be a longterm answer in the rotation? Lucas Braun impresses in his first Omaha start. Limiting Kendry Chourio’s workload. Minor League pickups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2026 Major League Baseball Trade Deadline has come and gone. Did the Royals get it right? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down what the Royals did and what they didn’t do at the Deadline. Did the Royals get enough for Lane Thomas? What did the Royals get in Lucas Braun and Carter Holton? Not moving Wacha and Luga means what for 2027? Could not dealing be the right move? How valuable is payroll flexibility? Luinder Avila hits the DL! John Rave is hitting. So is Blake Mitchell in the minors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George Brett hit his 316th and 317th Home Runs on September 26th, 1993. Almost 33 years laster Salvador Perez hit his 318th Home Run to break George Brett’s franchise record. How many more does Salvy have left in him? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Salvador Perez, the record and much more… Fighting back to split the series with Detroit. Salvy breaks the franchise Home Run Record! Carlos Beltran enters the Hall of Fame! How big is the gap between Garcia and Loftin? Is Massey the answer at second base? Who will the Royals actually trade? Trade or sign Lane Thomas? Is Noah Cameron fixed? Can you build a bullpen in one offseason? Which players in Omaha should get a look? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Draft and All-Star Game are in the Royals rearview mirror. Time now to focus on the trade deadline. What should the Royals be targeting? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the trade deadline and what’s left for the Royals to play for in 2026. What’s the value in a series with now? Noah Cameron continues to struggle. Bobby Witt Jr.’s back issue. How to approach the Trade Deadline? Add Stephen Kolek to the list of hurt pitchers. What will the Royals pitching staff look like in ’27? Is Isaac Collins good enough to win with? How the Royals Farm System look post-draft? When can we officially just Brian Bridges? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals held the #6 pick in this year’s MLB Draft but chose to take a player that was ranked #30 by MLB.com . Was going signability early the right move for the Royals in this draft? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals 2026 Draft and discuss what’s next for the Royals. How good is Louisville, OF Zion Rose? Did the Royals get it right with this move? Is Taylor Rabe worth the extra money? Why High School pitcher Jack Slightom? Is Maxx Yehl more than just a reliever? Why Dominic Battista might be better than his ranking. Where else could the Royals have hit in the draft? What’s next? New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Royal General Manager, J.J. Picollo spoke with the media this week and didn’t sound at all like a GM that is looking to sell at the deadline. Are the Royals kidding themselves about how competitive they will be moving forward? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the Royals plan should be as the draft and trade deadline approach. The Royals get two on the All-Star team. Cole Ragans goes under the knife… again! Picollo talks about the trade deadline. What will the Royals rotation look like next year? Who can the Royals look to deal? How close are the Royals to contending? Where to look in the draft? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals slogged their way through a 3-4 Road Trip that included a 22-1 ass kicking at the hands of the White Sox. So what does it look like when the Royals should consider making a change with the Manager? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what would need to happen for the Royals to look to a new manager, Carter Jensen and more. What to make of the (3-4) Road Trip? Losing 22-1 means what? When is it time to change Managers? More Outs on the bases… Stop with the excuses! Carter Jensen is the Royals #1 Catcher? Bubic coming back as a Reliever? Cole Ragans scheduled for surgery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jac Caglianone was moved into the number three spot in the lineup and he’s proven ready for the challenge. Is he ready to be a star? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Caglianone, the improved offense and all of the injuries. Is Jac Caglianone becoming a star? Have the Royals figured out the offense? Perez breaks the Royals Kauffman Stadium HR record. Why aren’t the Royals using the IL more? Can it get any worse with the injuries? How have the call ups performed? Who should the Royals promote next? What to expect with Pick #6 in the Draft? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals have not only added players to the Injured List but the ones that were already hurt now have new injuries as well. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the injuries to Kyle Isbel and Vinnie Pasquantino, the set backs for Cole Ragans and Kris Bubic and the obvious signs that it’s time to sell. The Home Stand is a disaster. Vinnie Pasquantino’s now hurt. Cole Ragans rehab hits the breaks. Kris Bubic now has a shoulder problem as well. The worst record in the American League. Seth Lugo’s in concussion protocol. Luinder Avila is not a starter, but… No real replacement for Isbel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals managed a .500 road trip and watched Alex Lange go three for three on Save opportunities. Let’s talk Royals Pitching. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals 5-2 week… What a .500 Road Trip means. Bobby Witt leaves with a sore knee. Has Alex Lange solidified the Closer’s Job? Noah Cameron is back! Is Luinder Avila a legit Starter? Kris Bubic trade value. Will .500 be good enough to make the Wild Card? Cags runs into the wall. ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buddy Bell said years ago that it can always get worse. How? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the depths of the Royals problems now. How could it possibly get worse? Can the Royals justify keeping Zumwalt now? Update… Where did the Royals go wrong? Shaking up the lineup! How to fix the bullpen? Could the Royals trade multiple starters? Should KC be focused on ’27 or beyond? •⁃What players have the most trade value? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals found a way to win two games. Is this a sign they are figuring things out or just baseball? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals series win over Seattle and more… - Did the Royals figure something out against the Mariners? - When is a team truly out of it? - If the Royals are healthy, what are they? - How is Stephen Kolek this good? - What’s the Starting Pitching plan when everyone’s healthy? - Where did we overestimate this team? - Is the MVP Bobby Witt’s to lose? - The latest Royals prospect rankings. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With only one win on the Royals road trip to Chicago and St. Louis the mood is not good. Are the dark days here to stay for the Royals? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss whether this is the end of contention for the Royals or just another speed bump. - How damaging was this road trip? - Stephen Kolek bounces back in a big way! - What to do with the lineup now? - Still believe good times are coming for Vinnie? - A couple of homers for Salvy means… - Do the Royals miss Zach Bove? - The Royals 9th Inning ERA is 5.74. - Will Bailey Falter succeed in the bullpen? - What would it take to make the Royals sellers? 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals lost Cole Ragans to the IL last week. How worried should the Royals be? Can Stephen Kolek hold the fort? Did the Royals miss an opportunity to trade Ragans this past offseason? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Ragans issue and much more… - How serious is the latest Ragans injury? - Did the Royals miss the chance to trade Ragans? - Can Stephen Kolek get the job done? - Should the Royals look for an Estevez replacement? - Does Salvy need to be dropped from the Clean Up spot? - Who else can bat 4th? - Is Bobby Witt Jr. gearing up for an MVP run? ⁃ The week ahead… at Chicago and St. Louis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Royals completed the sweep of the Mariners in Seattle to complete a winning 4-2 road trip. So where’s the confidence level for this club now? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) decide what to make of the winning road trip and more… - How confident should fans be with this team? - 3 Runs with no Hits… luck or skill? - Vinnie Pasquantino has begun to hit. - How good is this bullpen? - Cole Ragans is not good on the road! - Time to platoon Jensen or Caglianone? - Jonathan India’s done for the year! - The Royals top 10 Prospects according to Kyle McDaniel. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.