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This week, we're BACK for the first time during season to discuss how the boys are playing ball! The offense is sputtering except for Bobby Witt Jr. So we look at an option at the minor league level that's worth a shot. And tip of the hat to Maikel Garcia, who is still putting it together. We remind to calm down… it's not been 20 games yet, so no need to over exaggerate. The starting pitching has been the strong suit, as we highlight the crown jewel of the rotation, we'll let you guess who that is coming up. The bullpen has had its struggles but the backend is nails. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: “Drop the Ball”!

This week, the guys highlight the finalized roster for Opening Day 2025! We give our picks on who could breakout, surprise, our picks to click, and a few more predictions for the Royals you won't want to miss. Mark Canha is now a Royal, and we see how he fits into the puzzle. There was some controversy over the last couple bench spots, so we also put our two cents in, on how that will work out. Then we highlight the rest of Major League Baseball! Putting our spin on who's going to do what in each division. And of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the guys preview the AL Central! Seeing where each team in division matches up against the Royals. We also detail how Jonathan India is going to another level in spring, his flexibility, and how Matt Quatraro can move different pieces all around the field. We talk Maikel playing more center field, as his bat continues to seemingly get better. Caglianone and Cross were sent down, but we highlight the next time you could see them in a Royals uniform. And of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, we're back talking the Chiefs as the offseason is well underway! We look at the key additions and subtractions for the team. And how we think one guy is especially a great match for us. We dwell on the bad NFL news off the week, and then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the guys highlight Maikel Garcia's centerfield quest, as they try to find a way for their best players in the lineup. Cole Ragans looks fantastic so we look at the outlook of Ragans for 2025 and what the entire rotation is able to do. Including Matt thinking Kyle Wright is going to be in peak form again. MJ Melendez is starting to put it together and that's something all Royals fans love to see. John Rave is a big discussion for everyone as he continues to impress, the Royals NEW top 30 prospects comes out, and of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week the Royals are playing some games that (sort of) matter! We start this week talking about the big prospects for the Royals showing up in spring, Jac Caglianone and Carter Jensen. Jonathan India is doing what he was brought here to do, and also playing good defense? Highlight a couple young guys that are playing to keep a spot, and how Cavan Biggio is a lock for this roster. Maikel's swing changes, Luinder Avila, and so much more, so tune in! And of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, we're back talking about the Chiefs after their loss in Super Bowl LIX. But now it's time to move on. The Threepeat is dead, so there's more to take. Travis Kelce is coming back for 2025! We break that down along with how the WR room becomes a little deeper. Then the big question: the offensive line. How they should fix it and does Trey Smith come back? We take a look at some extension talks, and then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week the Royals officially are all back for Spring Training! They started spring by extending General Manager, J.J. Picollo and Matt Quatraro so they are Royals for the immediate future! Jonathan India and Michael Massey are splitting time at 2B/OF, MJ's got a new swing, and Jac Caglianone is leaving an impact on Bobby Witt Jr. There's a good ‘ol competition going on in the outfield and we are here for it, with Nick Pratto being a name we highlight. We wrap up the offseason, and look forward to what will be a great 2025, and of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs just didn't show up in New Orleans for the Super Bowl. They got embarrassed in the rout, as they couldn't get anything going. Was this Mahomes first misstep as a QB or is that on the offensive line? It just seemed like the Chiefs were not prepared for this one which is surprising for an Andy Reid led team. Matt and Jackson share their thoughts to what went wrong and if it was a mental game for them. This one isn't on the defense, as they did their best given the circumstances.  Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball.

This week the Royals are HEADED TO SPRING TRAINING! We have some introductory notes for this one, then start with the second base conversation, who plays more time there? Matt and Jackson highlight all the former top 100 prospects that are on this team and how intriguing each one of them can be. Third base looks locked down, but what could get in the way of that? And Ned Yost comes back home, and  of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs legacy continues as they go for their third straight Super Bowl title. The magnitude of the situation is all on business, and it's nice to know that the Chiefs have known that all season. We see how the Eagles are able to stack up and they might even have the better roster. How Steve Spagnuolo is made for Super Bowls and what he can bring to the table. At the end of the day, it's who wants it more than the other. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week the Royals finally signed their big name! Carlos Estevez is now a Royal, and we highlight how he works in this bullpen and how it affects everyone else. The Royals had some offers on the table for some big name free agents and just came up short in those discussions. Jackson brings up some Non-Roster invites who have a chance, and of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs escape past the Bills and are headed to their fifth Super Bowl appearance in the last six years! We highlight how Patrick took it over himself and that Playoff Pat is a different beast. The defense was able to pressure just enough to make Josh Allen uncomfortable. With Spags continuing to do nasty work. We talk legacy with this Chiefs team. Cause that's what you do with Dynasties. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs are playing in the AFC CHAMPIONSHIP Game for the 7th straight year! We chat how they got past the Texans, how penalties are penalties, and somehow the Refs apparently help the Chiefs? We think it's bogus but the NFL world thinks it's real. The Bills are in the Chiefs way again, in route to their third straight Super Bowl appearance. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

The Royals have a few housekeeping notes including some smaller signings, the international signings, and some relievers that they're taking a look at. The Royals have some prospects slugging in the Outback. We also see how the rest of the free agent market shakes up since another big bat is off the board. The Dodgers are seemingly breaking baseball, and the 2025 Hall of Fame class is announced, and of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the DIVISIONAL PLAYOFFS ARE HERE! And we highlight the matchup that the Chiefs have, which is the Houston Texans. We talk about what KC needs to do to continue their dynasty, what the Texans can do to end it, and the X-factor in this game is…? And how does the rest potentially turn into rust? Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs completely got it handed to them against the Broncos, good thing it didn't matter! We highlight what could be the Chiefs opponents in the playoffs now that we're here, cause they get to have a bye for the Wild Card Round! Matt and Jackson summarize the season, see some things we did great, and some picks that the Chiefs swindled from the Titans. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

The Royals are finally making some (small) moves! After adding Cavan Biggio earlier in the new year, they resigned Michael Lorenzen back for 2025, we highlight how he fits into this 2025 team and now the starting pitching is a strength again. Then, with Farm to Fountains releasing their top 30 prospects, we highlight a couple that we like ourselves, and Jackson has some insight for one prospect. Matt surprises Jackson with a topic, and of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, the Chiefs offense finally seems like they've made it out of this slump as they got everyone involved against Houston. Hollywood Brown also makes his Chiefs debut in shining colors. Xavier Worthy is turning into the star we all thought he could be! The Chiefs defense continued to force turnovers, but Chris Jones is a bit banged up. We also highlight the Christmas Day special against the Steelers. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

The Chiefs are 13-1, but it doesn't seem that way. They did take care of the Browns handedly, but they still stalled out a couple times due to some questionable play calling by Andy Reid. Which gets Pat hurt by the end. Trent McDuffie gets his first career INT as the defense racks up 5 sacks and 4 INT, along with a couple fumble recoveries as well. Just showing how dominant this team can really be. And of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

There's been a lot of action on the Hot Stove, as Jackson and Matt highlight some of the moves that will be domino effects for what the Royals will do. An old friend returns home, and we discuss how the Royals missed out on a couple trade candidates. But, that also opens up the door for what's still available and what you might have to give up. Then, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week Matt and Jackson talk the Chiefs becoming 12-1. Even though they make us sweat it out every week they continue to get it done. This offense didn't look bad….until it did. DeAndre Hopkins is continuing to be the factor we need him to be even in limited snaps. The Chiefs gain a game on Buffalo. And of course, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week on Drop the Ball, Matt and Jackson aren't just talking about the Royals. They're talking every move made so far at the Winter Meetings. We discuss the huge Juan Soto move, Max Fried signing with the Yankees, and the Guardians making some moves. This of course is rooted in how it affects the Royals and going forward! Then, what else? America's favorite segment, Drop the Ball!

This week Matt and Jackson highlight the Chiefs nail-biting win against the Raiders on Black Friday. We act totally calm and don't freak out at all that the Chiefs are playing a close game against everyone. There were some records broken, some tempers flare, and we all come together to agree we're still 11-1. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week on Drop the Ball, Matt and Jackson highlight the Royals signing their first Free Agent of the offseason,. The Royals reportedly are “more likely” to trade for a middle of the order bat and does that open up the door for Nolan Arenado? Roki Sasaki's name continues to come up, as we dream of all the ways he can get to KC. We “Test the Market” on some rapid fire yes or no's on current free agents. Then, we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball! 

This week on Drop the Ball, we highlight the Brady Singer trade for Jonathan India and Joey Wiemer. Matt likes the extra piece the Royals got in return while Jackson doesn't the trade at all. We discuss what the rotation now has to do to gain the strength back, and what additions the Royals could make to keep strengthening this lineup. You might be surprised by the move they suggest... all that and more with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

The Chiefs are letting one of the worst teams in football take them to the last play of the game. And Matt and Jackson can't do the heart attacks every week. We highlight what went well for them against the Panthers and look ahead to the Raiders, who should be an easy test. Then end with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, Buffalo took the regular season match against the Chiefs, which is a good thing if we look at the history. We also discuss what is going wrong with this offense and how it can change. DTB Chiefs 11.19.24

This week, Matt and Jackson highlight some of trade rumors that are swirling around as the Royals are around a lot of the talks. As Bob continues to collect all of the awards. Then we end it with America's favorite segment, Drop the Ball! DTB 11.19.24

This week on Drop the Ball, THE KICK WAS BLOCKED BY LEO CHENAL! We discuss the Broncos game heard round the world as the Chiefs escape with a narrow victory thanks to some key coaching adjustments. The offense is slowing, but this team keeps winning in more ways than one. Then, the Buffalo Bills are next up as the Chiefs head to Orchard Park for another all-timer. And Drop the Ball becomes the final segment as always. Tune in!

This week on Drop the Ball, we highlight the MLB Awards season, with three Royals involved as finalists! Royals General Manager, J.J. Picollo outlines what he thinks they will do in the offseason with some surprising news. We then check on some free agents that some baseball writers are mocking to the Royals, along with some of our preferences. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week on the Chiefs episode, we highlight Baker v. Mahomes once again, as both QBs battled to make this one an interesting matchup. DeAndre Hopkins scores twice and we see how this offense looks moving through the rest of the season. Travis Kelce ties his career high in receptions, and Kareem Hunt keeps driving the Bus. We end it with America's favorite segment: "Drop the Ball", as the Chiefs continue their quest to three-peat.

This week on Drop the Ball, we highlight Michael Wacha signing a three year extension and what that means for the Rotation moving forward. Some hardware is getting handed out to some Royals, and some maybe yet to come? We've also been spot on to what the experts are saying the Royals are going to do in the offseason. So clearly they're listening to us. All that and more, including America's favorite segment: "Drop the Ball"

This week, we highlight the Chiefs manhandling of the Raiders on Sunday. There was a HUGE turnover on downs, and the Chiefs made some additions before the Trade Deadline. We see how they affect the Chiefs now and for the future. We also discuss how Patrick Mahomes might be on the up and up. Then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week on Drop the Ball we highlight the Royals four Gold Glove nominees and maybe one that got snubbed. We take a look at Jac Caglianone in the AFL, which relievers work for this team in free agency, and take a look at a couple Royals that can redeem themselves in 2025. We also highlight some minor leaguers that could be guys..? Then, we of course end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week there was a Super Bowl rematch, and the Chiefs took on San Francisco and Brock Purdy. The Chiefs defense took over forcing three turnovers in route to their 6-0 start. Kareem Hunt keeps it going like he has all year, as the Chiefs offense finds the end zone after struggling this year. We also look at how this offense can continue to get better down the stretch. We then end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week, we highlight the Royals 2024 season and look forward to 2025. We see how Michael Wacha fits back into this team, and how another rotation arm could be on the move? This team needs some offense, so we also see what options are available via trade or Free Agency. We then end it with America's favorite segment, Drop the Ball!

The Chiefs are back in action after being on their Bye last week. But there are a lot of things that need to be sorted out. The offense is not the same but is it Patrick Mahomes? We look at how we can use the pieces in this offense to work it out. Kareem Hunt is a key cog in the machine, and Juju finds his past self. Drop the Ball and much more!

The Royals tie the series up 1-1 as they head back to Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City to continue the series against the Yankees. Bobby Witt Jr. and Aaron Judge stay cold as the supporting characters take over. We also cover some of the questionable activity on the base paths in game one and wonder, why is replay there if it's not to get the right call! The Royals fight back in game two, tying the series and hoping to get the KC crowd back in it at home. We then end it with Amercia's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

We have two episodes this week! This one is for the Chiefs! We highlight the recent game against the Chargers, and look ahead to MNF against the Saints! Tune In!

This week on Drop the Ball, it's our first week collaborating with Farm to Fountains Podcasts! We talk the Royals beating the Orioles in the Wild Card Round, to have a date with the New York Yankees. We highlight what happened in the O's series, how they can be better, and what the glue is that keeps this team together. We then end it with Amercia's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

This week on Drop the Ball we cover the many ways that this Chiefs offense has struggled to start the season. It's been a bit weird given the circumstances but they still need to come through. Chiefs also add a bit more depth in the past week, with the addition of Kareem Hunt. The Royals are in the playoff push but they're doing everything they can to ruin those chances. In true Royals fashion… then we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball to close it out.

This week on Drop the Ball, we talk the Chiefs' season opener against the Ravens. Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy proved themselves as key cogs in the offense, as Chris Jones and the Chiefs' defense continued their silent assault. The Royals are alive in the pennant race here in the American League, as their starting pitching has been the strong suit down the stretch. We then end it with America's favorite segment: "Drop the Ball"!

This episode is all about the back-to-back Super Bowl champions. We go position group by position group breaking down the differences on this roster. The final rosters have been revealed, so we break that down too. This team is DEEP. So lock in, and listen to the deep dive. We then end it with America's favorite segment, Drop the Ball!

This week on Drop the Ball we highlight what the Royals are doing to be as good as they are. As well as discuss how important it is to instill a winning culture. Royals trio is the first to make it 90+ RBI a piece. The Boys are Playing Some Ball.

This week on Drop the Ball, we discuss Bobby Witt Jr. batting .500 on the month. No big deal, just BWJ things. Then we chat what happened on the Trade Deadline front, with the Royals being very active this year. We see how these additions can help us down the stretch, and evaluate if the asking price was too high. We highlight second half storylines to watch, and then end it with America's favorite segment: "Drop the Ball"!

This week on Drop the Ball, we talk the Royals first half, Bobby's impressive performance in the Home Run Derby, the All-Star Game, and what the Royals got in the MLB Draft. And let us tell you. This guy is something special. Jac Caglianone out of Florida is headed to KC, and we can't to see what this kid can do. 

This week on Drop the Ball we chat about the Royals getting four players into the 2024 All Star Game. And Bobby Witt Jr has announced he'll be participating in the home run derby the night before. Exciting things happening in Kansas City baseball, despite some woes of late. We also chat how the Royals can get out ot their sliump, and maybe they can get some reinforcements in the future. Tune in!

This week on Drop the Ball, we highlight why the Royals are struggling so much offensively. We offer our insight on how they might improve the team for the better, and highlight what small tweaks can be made to make this more of a complete team. With maybe some surprises ahead! Listen in NOW!

DROP THE BALL RECORDED: 6.18.24

This week on Drop the Ball, we discuss Jackson teaching Japanese Hitting…? More importantly the Royals are doing pretty well right now, but that doesn't stop us from talking about some things they could improve on. MJ Melendez and Nelson Velazquez have been struggling, so we discuss what wrong and how they can fix it. We also discuss how good Seth Lugo has been, being a Cy Young Candidate for this team. And lastly Salvador Perez the MVP? All that and more to come on Drop the Ball!