Is it possible to be lucky and unlucky at the same time?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are talking about the Royals 3-3 week against quality teams in the Blue Jays and Rangers.

- Where are the Royals defying the numbers... good and bad?
- What's the Playoff Optimism Meter look like?
- Is it time to make some roster changes?
- When is it OK to cut bate with struggling veterans?
- What to make of Daniel Lynch's start?
- The worst hitting outfield in baseball.

After another winning week it's time to check the Playoff Optimism Meter.

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) dive into a 4-3 week that still has the Royals holding down a Wild Card spot in the standings.

- Why are the Royals continuing to win against good teams?
- Royals depth is tested.
- What to expect from Jonathan Bowlan this time around?
- Father Time's got nothing on Salvy.
- Minor League Catchers = OBP Machines.

Maikel Garcia is OPS'ing .560 in the leadoff and the bottom of the order is no better. Is there an in-house fix for the lineup?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) talk about what the Royals can do to fix a so many holes in their batting order. Plus...

- The debut of the Playoff Optimism Meter.
- The mighty Cole Ragans lasts less than 2 innings.
- Royals are (1-2) to start 19 straight against winning teams.

Does one lost series to the Mets require Royals fans to again ask themselves if this team is a legit contender in the AL Central or have the Royals done enough to eliminate that concern?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what it will take for Royals fans to quit worrying about a fall from grace. Plus...

- Level of confidence in the bullpen?
- How good is Seth Lugo?
- Salvador Perez injury.
- Are the Royals equipped to handle injuries?
- What's the delay getting Massey back to the big leagues?
- Are the Royals deep enough?
- Expectations for the next 21 games vs. mostly tougher opponents.

Juiced by a historically good start from the Rotation, the Royals are playing .600 ball!  Can they really be this good?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are breaking down the first three series of the Royals season.  

- When was the last time the Royals were 2 games over .500?
- Just how good has the Royals rotation actually been?
- Where Bobby Witt Jr. fits in the MVP talks?
- Is there still room for improvement?
- What's going on in the minors?
- Reaction to the Royals Stadium vote going down to defeat.

With the Stadium Vote a couple days away Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star Columnist joins the Pod to discuss what all is at stake.

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals opening weekend and then welcome McDowell to talk...

- Will the vote pass?
- Why has there been such a rush to get this passed?
- Which team's plan is more popular with voters?
- Beyond the teams, who benefits the most?
- What's next if the vote fails?

With Opening Day just a few days away it's time for Rany and Petro to make their predictions for the 2024 Royals.

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) layout how the 2024 season will go...

- Player of the Year
- Pitcher of the Year
- Best Player not named Bobby Witt Jr.
- Best Pitcher not named Cole Ragans.
- Top Reliever. - Biggest Impact Rookie.
- Top Prospect at the End of the Year.
- Breakout Player.
- Biggest Disappointment.

With less than two weeks left before Opening Day, how is the Royals Roster taking shape? Is it shaping up as expected? And did the Royals Veterans Committee get it right inducting 3 new members to the Royals Hall of Fame.

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) take a look at... 

- What's the latest on the position battles?
- Who's in Center? Who's at Second? 
- Who's the 5th Starter?
- How is the bullpen shaping up?
- What's the best bench look like?
- Are there any surprises looming?
- Bo Jackson, John Schuerholz and Cedric Tallis are voted in.

ESPN MLB Writer & Analyst Bradford Doolittle recently released his "Stock Watch" for all 30 MLB Teams. After a buys offseason are the Royals a must buy stock?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Doolittle to the Pod to breakdown the Royals offseason and his expectations for 2024.

- Can Cole Ragans continue what he did in 2023?
- Where do the Royals rank among the AL Central?
- Did KC get value with its offseason shopping spree?
- What kind of playoff chances do the Royals have?
- How much improvement should be expected from the young players?

It's been mostly Worst Case for the Royals the last few years... So what does the Floor and the Ceiling look like for the 2024 Royals?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the good and the bad possibilities for the 2024 Royals. Plus...

- Cole Ragans is consistently hitting 100 mph.
- Brady Singer's got a new pitch.
- Alec Marsh is looking strong.
- MJ Melendez is hitting.
- So is Maikel Garcia.