Kansas City Sports Monitor

The Chiefs game against New England was pushed to Monday.

Kansas State improved to 2-0 in the Big 12. They are two games ahead of Oklahoma in the Big 12.

Missouri lost big but Connor Bazelak ended the two-quarterback approach of Eli Drinkwitz.

Kansas was bad again and the play calling of Brent Dearmon didn’t help his freshman quarterback.

Former St. Louis Cardinals great pitcher Bob Gibson passed away this week. Why would I mention this on a Kansas City sports talk show? I want to talk about how Yordano Ventura was treated when he pitched for the Royals. If that means I have to call out local sports talk personalities then so be it.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Sunday, October 4, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

The Chiefs humiliated the Baltimore Ravens Monday night and they play the Patriots this week. I will talk about both of those games and take a very early look at the playoff picture.

All three local colleges are playing football again this Saturday. I’ll discuss each of the three games.

The MLB playoffs are finishing the Wild Card series. I’ll look at what happened in the first round and where things go from here.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, October 1, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

Alex Gordon played his last game on Sunday.

Kansas State won at Oklahoma without playing a great game. What does that mean for the rest of the season?

Missouri lost big at home but not as bad as many expected. Does it change any expectations for the rest of the season?

Kansas was crushed at Baylor but Les Miles started a freshman quarterback who looks promising. Where does the team go from here?

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Sunday, September 27, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

Alex Gordon announced his retirement from baseball after 14 seasons with the Royals. I’ll talk about his career and what this does to the Royals’ roster in 2021.

The Pac 12 is going to play football this fall after all. I’ll explain how that will work and explain why the number of games they play shouldn’t prevent them from being in a playoff.

The Chiefs play the Ravens on Monday night to determine the top seed in the AFC. I’ll talk a little about the game and explain why I think the Chiefs’ schedule this season has prepared them for this game.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, September 24, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

Patrick Mahomes did it again and this time with a lot of help from Harrison Butker. The Chiefs win a hard fought game in Los Angeles to move to 2-0.

The Royals were swept in Milwaukee over the weekend. I’m looking ahead to what the starting rotation might be in 2021.

Sporting lost yet again because of bad defense. You won’t believe how they lost this one. Ill explain why the blame is on more than just one player.

The Pac 12 is reportedly returning to play this fall.

And the Big Ten has it out for Nebraska football because of the ruckus they caused the conference when fall sports were cancelled. I will tell you how the Big Ten is getting back at the Huskers.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Sunday, September 20, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

The Chiefs take on the Chargers on Sunday.

College conferences that initially decided to not play football this fall are changing their minds. I’ll tell you about the latest developments.

Fans can only take so much. Professional teams and universities need to understand this.

The Royals say every major league win is important. I will tell you why their actions say something different.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, September 17, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

The sports industry now has a negative image among U.S. adults. That’s why CBS Sports is telling NFL announcers to leave their opinions of non-football issues out of the broadcast.

Kirk Herbstreit says this season doesn’t count. I’ll tell you why and why his opinion might be different next weekend.

Kansas State and Kansas both lost at home to Sun Belt teams. I’ll talk about what went wrong for both teams.

Break up the Royals! They are on a serious roll. I’ll tell you what is going on with them right now.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Sunday, September 13, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

The Chiefs started their season with a bang. I’ll talk about the opening night win over Houston.

Brady Singer pitched a gem Thursday night. I’ll talk about the game.

Gianluca Busio is receiving interest from overseas. I’ll give you the latest and what to expect for his future with Sporting.

Joel Sherman wrote about expanding the MLB season to 174 games. I’ll explain his idea and let you know my thoughts.

And pitchers shouldn’t get a free pass for unearned runs. I will tell you while even though Kris Bubic had a nice game in his last start, he still needs to learn to finish innings.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, September 10, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

The Royals did it. They traded Trevor Rosenthal. Now we get to see part of the package they got back and figure out who should be their next closer.

The Royals are using a six-man rotation during a 17 game stretch. I’ll tell you why that’s a terrible idea.

Sporting is not a great team and they are in first place! How? I’ll talk about the problems and what you should expect for the rest of the season.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, September 3, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.

I’m a 50-year old guy. My views now are very similar to when I was in my teens. But now I will be considered an old guy who is out of touch because of my views. That’s ok. I’m still right.

Professional athletes seem to think they have the right to not work and owners are scared to death to make them. I’ll talk about how this situation should be handled.

The Royals have a decision to make as the trade deadline approaches on Monday. I’ll talk about the Royals’ options.

The Chiefs have a plan for a limited number of fans at Arrowhead this season and they want to tell those fans what they can and cannot do. I’ll talk about the mistakes the organization is making recently.

The NCAA recently announced that fall athletics will not count against an athlete's eligibility. I’ll explain why this is a bad decision.

I’m Bob Sloop. It’s Thursday, August 27, 2020. I’ll discuss those stories and more in this episode of the Kansas City Sports Monitor.