Kauffman Corner

Since moving on from the Dayton Moore era, the Royals have won two series against two teams battling for the playoffs. Will a hot streak at the end of the season distract new head of Baseball Operations, J.J. Picollo from making necessary changes? Plus...

- Rany is ready to gush about Vinnie Pasquantino... again!
- What can mistakes of the past teach Picollo moving forward?
- Should the Royals be targeting Bobby Witt Jr. for a long term contract?
- Is Vinnie Pasquantino actually the better investment?
- What's the future for Mike Matheny?

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After more than 16 seasons as the General Manager, the Royals made the decision to move on from Dayton Moore. It was made clear that this was the decision of owner John Sherman and not a retirement or Moore's decision. What brought this change about? What is next with J.J. Picollo now at the top of the organization? How fast can it all be fixed?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break it all down in Episode 27 of the Kauffman Corner Podcast.

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The Athletic released a no-holds barred breakdown of the Royals failure to develop pitching, complete with numerous quotes from opposing organizations and former players. Royals President of Baseball Operations Dayton Moore reacted this week to the article and was clearly not happy.

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break it all down in episode 26 of Kauffman Corner.
- What is the future for Dayton Moore? J.J.Picollo?
- What has gone wrong with Asa Lacy?
- Problems between the Royals organization and its pitchers is not new.

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Rany made his annual pilgrimage to Kauffman Stadium this past weekend. He was joined by friend of the Pod, Joe Sheehan (Author of the Joe Sheehan Baseball Newsletter). What were the highlights and lowlights of the weekend at the ballpark and around town? What was the reaction to the Royals after seeing them in person for an entire series?

Plus MLB has implemented rule changes for 2023. What effect will a pitch clock, bigger bases and limiting the shift have on the game and the Royals specifically?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break it all down in Episode 25 of the Kauffman Corner Podcast.

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Bobby Witt Jr. is a 20/20 player in his rookie season. What is the upside for his career? What should Royals fans expect? Where does he fit best?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down Bobby Witt Jr.'s future. Plus…
- What’s the one Free Agent the Royals should target this offseason?
- How many current Royals will be on KC’s next playoff team?
- What to do about Hunter Dozier?

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The Mariners have given Julio Rodriguez a mega contract just days after the Braves locked up Michael Harris to a multi-year agreement, should the Royals be the next team to hand a young player a long term contract with Bobby Witt Jr.?

Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break it down from every angle...

- How does Witt Jr. compare to Rodriguez and Harris?
- What kind of player do the Royals actually extend?
- Does a clubhouse need a Red-Ass?
- Would Dayton Moore have signed a 21/22 year-old George Brett back in the day?
- Minor League Minute... some good news from the farm.

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The Royals have dropped 6 of 8 and are now looking at some historical mile stones you don't want to reach as a franchise. Royals vs. Orioles rebuild. Why the O's are making their plan to contend a reality.

Plus Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are talking...
- Drew Waters making his MLB debut.
- Plate discipline continues to be a bright spot.
- How concerned should the Royals be with Nick Pratto's K-Rate?
- Bobby Witt should be playing where?
- How many winning seasons have the Royals had the last 28 years?
- Minor League Minute.

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Rany Jazayerli (@Jazayerli/Co-Founder of Baseball Prospectus) is back Stateside and ready to discuss how far the Royals are from contending. Rany and Soren Petro (@SorenPetro/Sports Radio 810-WHB) break it down along with...
- How good can Brady Singer become?
- Brad Keller can't start another game, can he?
- Which one of the Baby Royals will have the biggest bat?
- What should the off-season priority be for the Royals?
- Minor League Minute: The '22 draft class is getting a much earlier start.

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The "Baby" Royals take 3/4 from the Red Sox and are now (8-9) since the All Star Break powered mostly by home-grown youth. How bright is the Royals future now? David Lesky (InsidetheCrown.com@DBLesky) pinch-hits for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and joins Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB/@SorenPetro) to discuss...
- How believable is the Royals post-All Star Break success?
- Are the Royals building for the long haul or a brief window of opportunity?
- Where does M.J. Melendez fit best moving forward?
- Drew Waters is looking like he could be the next "Baby" Royal.
- Pitching, pitching, pitching.
- What kind of change will the off-season bring?

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The Trade Deadline has come and gone and Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are talking about what the Royals did or didn't get done...

- Whit Merrifield is a Blue Jay. Seriously!
- Cam Gallagher is a Padre.
- Is Brent Rooker enough?
- Emanuel Rivera goes to AZ for Luke Weaver.
- KC sends cash to Seattle for LHP Anthony Misiewicz.
- Michael A. Taylor, Scott Barlow, Brad Keller and others all stay put. Good/Bad?
- The Royals 40-man roster has 27 pitchers. How does that work?
- How does it fit in 2023?

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