The Home Stand: A Kansas City Royals Podcast

The Royals have some big decisions to make this offseason. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss how they'll shed payroll and why it's crucial for Alex Gordon, Joakim Soria and Chris Young to have bounce-back seasons in 2017.

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The Royals sent Ryan O'Hearn and Josh Staumont to the Fall League and both are grateful for that opportunity. MLBPipeline.com caught up with the two highly ranked prospects to find out how they're taking advantage of this extra playing time and how it can help their future next season.

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The future is bright in Kansas City as they look towards a successful 2017. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan reflect on the season, spotlight key contributors, and how their roster could shake out.

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The Royals have a lot to look forward to in 2017 as they wrap up the 2016 season. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss the last week of the regular season, where Edinson Volquez and Kendrys Morales stand and who might start at second base next season.

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The Royals playoff hopes took a hit as they were recently swept by the A's. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss what it would take for the Royals to sneak into the postseason.

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What are the Royals expecting from Ian Kennedy in 2017? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss how the starter's ERA+ is 21 percent better than league average and update on Lorenzo Cain's status as he deals with a frustrating injury.

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MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan explain why the team "released" the Rally Mantis, how the backend of the rotation's missed Wade Davis, and what it will take for the Kansas City to earn a Wild Card spot.

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Can the Royals sneak into the postseason picture? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan look at the big picture ahead for Kansas City and discuss why their bullpen makes them such a dangerous threat to secure a Wild Card spot.

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Can the Rally Mantis Jr. save the Royals from their disappointing season? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan reflect on the Royals' eight-game win streak and talk about which players have contributed to this Royal resurgence.

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The Royals have fallen behind in the AL Central standings but have found success in some unlikely places. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan spotlight Danny Duffy and Chris Young's success and timing and Alex Gordon's quest for his fourth straight Gold Glove.

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