Locked On Royals - Daily Podcast On The Kansas City Royals

We react to the latest sweep of the White Sox and how the Royals continue to stay in a competitive Wild Card race. Next, we ask if the Royals should bring back at of their rental players. Lastly, we preview the upcoming series against the Rangers.

Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"!

0:00 - In the hunt

12:17 - Rentals

21:56 - Rangers

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Chance Liebau reacts to the series finale between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. We talk about Jonathan India's clutch hitting, Ryan Bergert's impressive outing, and postseason possibilities. 
 

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Chance Liebau reacts to game two between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. We discuss Michael Lorenzen's return to the hill, John Rave's surprising showing, and a massive series finale. 
 

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Chance Liebau reacts to game one between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. We discuss Noah Cameron's dominance, Salvador Perez's big night, and where the Royals sit in the wild card race. 
 

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We answer all of the questions sent in from the listeners in this edition of a "Mailbag Friday"!

Host Jack Johnson gives his thoughts next on "Locked On Royals"!

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Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis?

Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under fire, while playoff predictions spark heated debate. Sully argues the current MLB economic structure pits "28 teams against the Mets and the Dodgers," potentially leading to future labor disputes.

 

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We debate which player or players should receive an extension from the Royals this offseason. Next, we discuss why Stephen Kolek should be in Kansas City. Lastly, we preview the upcoming series against the White Sox.

Host Jack Johnson goes over it all next on "Locked On Royals"!

0:00 - Extensions

12:31 - Kolek

22:40 - White Sox

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We discuss our concern level on the recent struggles of Seth Lugo. Next, what can we make of the poor stretch of play from Carlos Estevez? Lastly, we give our reasons as to why it's a "must-sweep" scenario against the White Sox this weekend.

Host Jack Johnson goes over it all next on "Locked On Royals"!

0:00 - Lugo

12:01 - Estevez

23:23 - Weekend series

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Chance Liebau reacts to the series finale between the Kansas City Royals and Washington Nationals. We discuss the Seth Lugo implosion, Salvador Perez's struggles, and look ahead to the White Sox series. 
 

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We debate if the Royals' offense is capable of leading the charge for a late season run. Next, will Jac Caglianone be joining the lineup as early as this weekend? Lastly, we preview the series finale set for tomorrow afternoon.

Host Jack Johnson dives into it next on "Locked On Royals"!

0:00 - Offense

14:25 - Cags

22:39 - Series finale

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