The Locked On Royals Podcast is a daily Kansas City Royals podcast bringing you the latest news, analysis and biggest stories of the day. Hosted by life long fan and Kansas City Royals expert Rylan Stiles, who you can find on Twitter @Rylan_Stiles. Locked On Royals is a part of the Locked On Podcast…
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We discuss Brady Singer's success in 2024 and how it has changed the rotation. Next, there's a problem with the bullpen that can't be fixed with who's in right now. Lastly, can Gavin Cross make it to the big leagues this year? Find out what Jack Johnson says in this episode of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Singer 10:46 - Bullpen 20:48 - Cross Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We discuss the worst loss of the season and how it can impact the team moving forward. Secondly, do the Royals have a closer problem? Lastly, how big is the game tomorrow? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Woof 11:32 - Closer situation 20:44 - Tomorrow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We go over the latest stretch for Michael Massey and why it could spark the lineup. Next, are the Royals in the process of working on a trade? Lastly, baseball replays are stupid. Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Massey 11:23 - Arraez 21:50 - Challenges Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We spend all three segments diving into questions from the listeners in our weekly Mailbag Friday. Host Jack Johnson answers every question in this edition of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:38 - More Q's 21:38 - Even more Q's Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With a big series on deck, we discuss the importance of showing out with big crowds over the weekend. Next, will MJ Melendez be able to fix his struggles? Lastly, let's preview the upcoming opponent in the Texas Rangers. Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Pack the K 12:06 - Melendez 17:12 - Texas Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We dive into the brilliant start to the season that Seth Lugo has produced in 2024. Next, we ask the question if the Royals beginning to get their doubters to believe. Lastly, we discuss the importance of fixing the lineup's struggles as quick as possible. Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Lugo 11:15 - Proving doubters wrong 22:30 - Fixing the lineup Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We discuss another dominant outing from Cole Ragans when pitching on the road. Secondly, just how impressive has the AL Central been? Lastly, what's next as the Royals gear up for May? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Road Ragans 10:40 - AL Central 21:08 - Month of May Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
As April comes to a close, we look back at how chaotic it has been for the Royals. Secondly, why are multiple hitters in the lineup slumping so badly? Lastly, what did we make of Jonathan Bowlan's start? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Wild April 11:23 - Slumps 21:43 - Bowlan Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We spend an entire 30 minutes answering questions from the listeners in our mailbag! Host Jack Johnson provides in-depth answers in this edition of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:30 - More ?'s 20:11 - Some more ?'s! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After a rain-shortened game, we dive into the newest winning streak of the Royals. Next, what can we expect from the upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers. Lastly, how sustainable is this stretch for Salvador Perez. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Winning streak 11:03 - Tigers 20:45 - Salvy Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We dive into the significant improvement of the Royals' bullpen and how it all started a few weeks back. Secondly, we discuss why Vinnie Pasquantino's ceiling just got a lot higher. Lastly, is it time to panic about the lack of outfield production. Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Bullpen 10:42 - Vinnie 19:58 - Outfield Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We discuss the Royals snapping their losing streak in a unique way on Tuesday night. Next, we dive into the bullpen pieces settling into their roles. Lastly, is Maikel Garcia catching fire? Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Gaffe leads to spark 11:25 - Bullpen 21:03 - Garcia Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We examine the last three games for the Royals that didn't go in their favor. Secondly, we ask if the record is good because they've played the White Sox seven times. Lastly, how comparable is this team to the 2013 Royals? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - 3-straight losses 12:46 - Beating up on White Sox 23:02 - 2013 Royals Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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We answer questions from our mailbag and discuss why Drew Waters was pulled from the game in Omaha a few nights ago. Host Jack Johnson gives his thoughts next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 9:22 - More ?'s 20:09 - Waters Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With the Royals optioning Nick Loftin to Triple-A, we discuss if this means Michael Massey is on his way to Kansas City. Secondly, will Drew Waters join Massey for the series tomorrow? Lastly, let's preview the upcoming games against the Baltimore Orioles. Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Massey 10:45 - Waters 21:24 - Bring on Baltimore Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Following their split in the doubleheader, we discuss the Royals' offensive struggles on the road trip. Next, it appears that Salvador Perez hasn't missed a beat after the groin strain. Lastly, never take a .500 road trip for granted. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Bats gone cold 11:17 - Salvy 20:15 - .500 road trip Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Though the Royals keep winning, we discuss a negative in one of their best players slumping during a good stretch. Secondly, we dive into the recent publicity that MLB Network is giving the Royals. Lastly, we preview tomorrow's doubleheader against the White Sox. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Garcia's slump 11:37 - MLB Network talk 22:10 - Doubleheader tomorrow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We recap the Royals' 2-0 win over Chicago -- marking their fifth-straight against the White Sox. Next, we discuss the great news of Salvador Perez avoiding the injured list. Lastly, the path for James McArthur is a cool one. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Shutout W 10:44 - Salvy 21:07 - McArthur Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We answer all kinds of questions from our mailbag and preview the upcoming series with the New York Mets! Find out what host Jack Johnson has to say on this edition of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:17 - More Q's 22:13 - Meet the Mets Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Through 12 games, the Royals have the second-best run differential in baseball and we discuss why that's important. Next, the beginning of the Seth Lugo era has been fun. Lastly, we dive into the numbers of where this Kansas City winning streak stacks up. Host Jack Johnson talks about. it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Run differential 11:47 - Lugo 21:07 - Winning streak Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After a hot start to the season, we examine the most impressive aspect of the starting rotation, so far. Secondly, are we in panic mode for Vinnie Pasquantino? Lastly, how big has Dairon Blanco been for the Royals? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Rotation 10:40 - Vinnie 20:29 - Blanco Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After starting the year 6-4, we express that it's alright to feel hopeful about the team's future. Secondly, we break down the two pitching additions Kansas City made in the last two days. Lastly, let's preview the upcoming series against the Houston Astros. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After an impressive start through 10 games, it's clear that the Royals have garnered some attention from the fan base. Secondly, we breakdown MJ Melendez's red-hot weekend against Chicago. Lastly, we debate if James McArthur has taken the closer's role from Will Smith. 0:00 - Got your attention 10:26 - Melendez 20:57 - McArthur/Smith Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We answer a record-setting 35 questions from our mailbag on a Friday edition of "Locked on Royals" with the host Jack Johnson! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:18 - More ?'s 20:31 - More Q's! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Though the Royals have lost four of their first six games, we look on the bright side of the Royals finding another future star. Secondly, what the heck is going on with Will Smith? Lastly, let's take a look at the next opponent in the Chicago White Sox. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Garcia 10:46 - Smith 21:43 - White Sox Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Through five games, the Royals' bullpen has been poor. However, is there still a good chance they all even out? Next, we bring up two players that are becoming a little concerning. Lastly, what did we make of a vote "NO" from last night? Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Bullpen 11:03 - Cause for concern 20:33 - "NO" Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We dive in to the brilliant outing from Alec Marsh in a Game 2 win over Baltimore. Secondly, the Royals have seemingly changed their approach at the plate. Is it a recipe for success? Lastly, is there much to complain about after five games? Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Marsh deals 11:04 - Lifting the ball 21:51 - Much to complain about? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The Royals went 1-2 in their first series of the year and we are here to provide you in-depth thoughts on the start. Next, we praise all three starters in their performance against the Twins. Lastly, we discuss if the bullpen is really this poor. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - One series recap 11:13 - Starters dominate 20:43 - Bullpen looked rough Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
For the first time ever, we answer a record-breaking 30 questions from our mailbag on a Friday! Host Jack Johnson goes in-depth with all of the questions on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 11:03 - More ?'s 21:33 - Even more ?'s! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With Major League Baseball beginning today, we make our final season predictions for the 2024 Royals season! Secondly, we project what each division will look like. Lastly, we provide some fun hot takes for the Royals! Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - W/L prediction 10:35 - Standings projections 22:15 - Hot takes Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
As we approach Opening Day, we look back on off-season that gave Royals fans a reason to believe again. Next, we ask if the effort this off-season was enough to get it done in the regular season. Lastly, we dive into a series preview against the Minnesota Twins. Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - The off-season of hope 11:21 - Was it enough? 21:00 - Twins talk Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
In a brand new bullpen, is James McArthur the best the Royals have to offer? Secondly, how encouraged are we by Brady Singer's start in Springdale? Lastly, we're about the call it a wrap on the off-season! Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - McArthur 11:01 - Singer 21:02 - Off-season over Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After a great spring, we ask why Nick Pratto will still begin the year in Omaha. Secondly, we can all breathe easier knowing Michael Wacha's finger injury turned out to be nothing. Lastly, who will start at second base to begin the season? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Pratto to Omaha 11:13 - Wacha 20:45 - Loftin or Frazier? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
For the final time in the off-season, we answer questions from our mailbag! We also make our final predictions for the last three spots on the roster. Host Jack Johnson touches on it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 10:53 - More Q's 22:03 - Final roster spots Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Following last night's game, the Royals made a flurry of roster moves that brings more clarity for Opening Day. Next, it appears Alec Marsh has taken the final spot in the rotation from Jordan Lyles. Lastly, are we concerned about Brady Singer's poor spring? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Roster moves 10:48 - Marsh/Lyles 20:38 - Singer Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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As the off-season comes to a close, we take a look at just how different the Royals' roster looks from last Opening Day. Secondly, another brutal year for Asa Lacy ends with injury. Lastly, what did we make of Seth Lugo's final start of Spring Training? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Purge 11:28 - Lacy 21:48 - Lugo Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Though Opening Day is one game of 162, we discuss the importance of the Royals performing well next Thursday. Secondly, let's make a case for Nelson Velazquez to make the roster. Lastly, is Michael Massey a good bet? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Opening Day 11:33 - Nelly Nukes 20:58 - Massey Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With one week to go, we debate which starter will get the last spot in the rotation. Secondly, we dive into some injury news involving a team in the AL Central. Lastly, this Royals prospect is turning heads in camp with his 100 mph fastball. Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - 5th starter 11:04 - AL Central injuries 20:45 - Wolters Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Cole Ragans was named the Opening Day starter earlier tonight and we've got thoughts about it! Next, what did we make of the Royals/Brewers prospect game? Lastly, Bobby Witt Jr is quietly having one of the best springs of any player on the team. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Ragans to start Opening Day 11:06 - Prospect game 20:46 - Witt Jr Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
We ask the question if the Royals are capable of putting it together for 162 games this season. Secondly, we break down the most recent trade made by Kansas City. Lastly, who will be the fireman out of the bullpen this year? Host Jack Johnson talks about it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Putting it together 10:47 - New prospect 20:49 - Who is the fireman? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Another Friday means another edition of a Mailbag Friday where we answers all of the questions from our listeners. Also, we ask if Nick Pratto is really changing our mind. Host Jack Johnson dives into it all right here on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 11:30 - More Questions 23:10 - Pratto Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Though there are many to choose from, who will be the most improved Royals in 2024? Secondly, when will Tyler Gentry make it to the bigs? Lastly, who do we like in the MLB Draft this Summer? Find out in this episode of "Locked On Royals" with Jack Johnson! 0:00 - Most Improved Player 10:51 - Gentry 21:43 - Draft Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Before we enter Year 2 of the J.J. Picollo era, we debate just how different he is from Dayton Moore. Secondly, who is actually going to be the Opening Day starter? Lastly, it's not a bad thing that John McMillon will begin the year in Omaha. Host Jack Johnson discusses it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - JJ/Dayton 11:17 - OD Starter 21:04 - McMillon Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
As we near the halfway point of Spring Training, we take a look into which pitchers are fairing better than others. Secondly, who are some sleepers in the new Royals Top-30 prospect list? Lastly, it's a very good thing Jordan Lyles's injury scare was short-lived. Host Jack Johnson talks about it all on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Positive pitching11:25 - Top-3021:25 - Lyles Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Former big leaguer and now MLB Network personality Yonder Alonso picked the Royals to win the division. Do we believe in his pick? Secondly, brutal news coming out of Boston involving Lucas Giolito. Lastly, how good can the Royals infield be? Host Jack Johnson dives into all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Alonso picks Royals11:03 - Giolito20:34 - Infield Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After getting off to a hot start in Spring Training, what should the plan be involving a roster spot for Nick Pratto? Next, has Alec Marsh done enough to earn a bullpen spot in Kansas City? Lastly, who are three guys that are letting opportunities slip away down in Surprise? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Pratto 10:28 - Marsh 20:31 - Bad numbers Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
After catching a glimpse of MJ Melendez in Spring Training, we discuss what looks slightly different about him at the plate. Secondly, what did we make off the weekend starts by Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha? Lastly, the Royals won't be signing these players. Host Jack Johnson dives into. it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Melendez 11:32 - Lugo & Wacha 22:04 - Free agents Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Another Friday means more questions from our mailbag to answer! Lastly, what more do we have to say about Cole Ragans? Host Jack Johnson has the answers on this edition of "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Mailbag Friday 9:33 - More ?'s 21:45 - Ragans Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Jordan Lyles spent the off-season working at Tread Athletics trying to improve velocity. In his first spring start, it appeared to look good. What can we expect from him in Year 2? Secondly, what's the latest on Hunter Renfroe? Lastly, can we take anything from the first starters from those in the rotation? Host Jack Johnson dives into it all next on "Locked On Royals"! 0:00 - Lyles 12:32 - Renfroe 21:50 - Rotation thoughts Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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