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The Royals have become one of the savviest organizations in baseball when it comes to pitching.  The man behind that is Pitching Coach, Brian Sweeney.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), pinch hitting for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli), and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Sweeney to discuss… - Creating a Pitching Legacy in KC.- What went into trading Freddy Fermin.- Dealing with injuries in '25.- The importance of the Strikeout.- Chase Rates.- Changing the fences at Kauffman Stadium.⁃ Working cohesively with all parts of the organization.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB, Todd Leabo is in Studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL has reached the Conference Championship weekend. Of the Final Four teams, what one player would the Chiefs want most from each team's roster?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) decide which players from the remaining playoff teams the Chiefs could use most and discuss the coaching hires from around the AFC.- What player from each team could the Chiefs use most?- Are the Broncos set to rule the AFC West moving forward?- Will the Pats now be the team to beat in the AFC?- What was Terry Pegula thinking?- Should the Chiefs celebrate the Ravens hiring a defensive Head Coach?- Is Mike McDaniel the missing piece for the Chargers? The Bills?- Eric Bieniemy fixes how many of the reasons the Chiefs missed the playoffs?- Predictions for the Championship Games!

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to The Jayhawker Podcast, hosted by Nate Bukaty. Today’s guest is Mike DeCourcy, college basketball columnist at The Sporting News since 1995. Nate and Mike dive into the current state of college basketball, break down the Big 12 landscape, and share predictions for how the rest of the season could unfold. They also discuss the Kansas Jayhawks, who are riding a hot three-game winning streak, and Mike gives his expert take on the future of Kansas basketball moving forward. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major League Baseball teams love consistency in a player. At the same time they are always happy to discuss a player's “ceiling”. So which of the 2026 Royals have the biggest distance between their ceiling and floor and thereby will have the biggest effect on the Royals chances?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are selecting the players that can have the biggest impact on the Royals success or failure in 2026.- Which Hitter has the biggest distance between ceiling and floor?- Does moving the fences in change the list?- Where does Jac Caglianone fit into the equation?- Is there still upside with Salvy?- Can the Royals expect the same number from Carter Jensen?- Is Bobby Witt Jr. too good to make this list?- What Hitter is the most consistent and reliable?- What did we learn from making the lists?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to The Jayhawker Podcast, hosted by Nate Bukaty. Today’s guest is Mike DeCourcy, college basketball columnist at The Sporting News since 1995. Nate and Mike dive into the current state of college basketball, break down the Big 12 landscape, and share predictions for how the rest of the season could unfold. They also discuss the Kansas Jayhawks, who are riding a hot three-game winning streak, and Mike gives his expert take on the future of Kansas basketball moving forward. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Bieniemy is set to return to the Chiefs as the Offensive Coordinator. Is this the right move for the Chiefs?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what Bieniemy brings to the Chiefs and what success looks like for him.- Does Eric Bieniemy's return mean its status quo for the offense?- What makes this move a success?- Matt Nagy won't be the Head Coach in Tennessee.- Chad O'Shea the next WR Coach?- Josh Allen's not in Mahomes class, it's official?- Did the Bills get it right firing Sean McDermott?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for last segment of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN'S Senior Major League Baseball Insider joins the Kauffman Corner Podcast to talk Royals and all things Baseball.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Jeff Passan to discuss the Royals offseason and more. - Have the Dodgers ruined the sport?- Are we headed to a labor stoppage in '27?- Evaluating the Royals Offseason.- Is trading Cole Ragans a good idea?- Where Matt Quatraro ranks among Managers?⁃ What will bringing the fences in means for the Royals?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB, Todd Leabo is in Studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mahomes spoke to the media for the first time since tearing up his knee. Rehab, the offense, Matt Nagy and a new Offensive Coordinator were all on the table.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the first conversation with Mahomes since his injury.- Mahomes reaction to the injury.- Fear that Mahomes rushes the rehab?- Did Mahomes admit the Chiefs are predictable?- What Mahomes would want in a new Offensive Coordinator?- Mahomes on Matt Nagy.- Could Mahomes get sideways with the Chiefs?- Value of the offseason work for Mahomes.- Watching the Playoffs is what type of motivation?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royals are moving the fences in. What this means for the '26 Royals and beyond.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down what the effect of a smaller ballpark will be for the hitters, pitchers and the and the fans…- Biggest winners and losers?- Will this attract more free agents?- Does it change the type of players the Royals look for?- Will it affect the Outfielders defensively?- Why not move Center Field in as well?- How many Homers will the Royals hit in '26?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the 15 biggest reasons the Chiefs are watching this year's playoffs on TV?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) use a 5-round draft to each give their biggest reasons for the Chiefs missing the playoffs. - Where were the Stars?- 4th Quarter collapses!- Rashee Rice got himself suspended.- Stale Offensse!- Where's was the running game?- No playmakers!- Not enough pass rush.- Mahomes throws the Pick-6 in Jacksonville.⁃ Kelce turns a TD catch into an INT going the other way.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It there any help on the Farm? Did the Royals get it right in arbitration? How many players on the Royals Hall of Fame ballot should get the call?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss where the Royals can expect help form their Minor Leagues and more.- The Royals avoid arbitration with 6 players.- Pasquantino and Bubic head to arbitration.- Is there an arm or two in the minors that can help?- Will any bat from Omaha even make the bigs?- The Royals Hall of Fame ballots are in.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for last segment of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time since the end of the 2014 season the Chiefs find themselves out of the playoffs. So what can they learn from each of the seven teams that did make the AFC Playoffs?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) each list the biggest thing the Chiefs should take from each of the seven AFC Playoff Teams…- Denver Broncos- New England Patriots - Jacksonville Jaguars- Pittsburgh Steelers- Houston Texans- Buffalo Bills- Los Angeles Chargers

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royals continue to get in-house business done by extending the contract of Matt Quatraro through the 2029 season, but they remain in a holding pattern when it comes to acquiring another bat.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Quatraro extension and what moves might still be possible for the Royals.- Quatraro locked up through at least 2029.- Is the Bubic market heating up?- Could Bo Bichette be a Royal?- AL Central Win Totals.- The Jensen/Caglianone effect.- In other news…

After another loss the Chiefs can only look to the future. Does that future include Travis Kelce? How much of the Coaching Staff still fits moving forward?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) wrap up the '26 season and what to learn from it.- The offense was a disaster without Patrick Mahomes.- Offensive problems scheme or talent?- Did the Youth show anything?- Travis Kelce… then, now and what's next?- Andy Reid's comments this week.- Coaching staff changes?- What the Chiefs can learn from John Harbaugh's exit.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week (Episode 241) we projected where the Royals would be better/worse among the Position Players and this week we're taking a look at the Pitching Staff.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the pitching staff by how many wins they think the Royals have improved or regressed this offseason.- Royals extend Matt Quatraro through '29/Option for '30.- Health is the key at the top of the Rotation.- Back of the rotation may not be what it looks like now.- Is middle relief one of the biggest improvements?- Did the back of the bullpen improve with the Strahm addition?- Should the Royals fear the age of the back of the pen?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. The "Ligament" Todd Leabo joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs will have a top-10 pick with a loss in Vegas, but the Raiders have the number-1 pick at stake. Can the Chiefs actually out-tank the Raiders?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) preview the Chiefs at Raiders…- Which team has more at stake?- Will even more youth be served by the Chiefs?- Does Spags change his approach?- Which players are playing their final game for the Chiefs?- Is this Matt Nagy's last game with the Chiefs?- Dominating the AFC West is done!- Keys to the Game.- Predictions!

The Royals have quietly increased payroll again this offseason.  Have they gone as far as they can go?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals payroll and more… - Are the Royals at their Payroll limit?- Do they need to trade payroll?- Will Kris Bubic be moved?- Was not signing Hunter Harvey a mistake?- Have the Royals added enough OBP?- Does their bullpen have enough K's?⁃ Where are the position battles looming?

Steve Cofield & co host Jonathan Von Tobel of VSIN host the show live at the Findlay Toyota Studios at Lotus analyzing the latest sports news and betting lines for the end of 2025! SportsRadio 810 WHB's Soren Petro joins us for the final hour of C&C of 2025! LISTEN NOW!

Andy Reid said Monday he plans to be back in 2026. Was this ever in doubt?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Andy Reid's comments and look back on the Christmas Day loss to the Broncos.- Andy Reid plans to return in '26.- Was Reid's return ever in doubt?- Has Chris Oladokun earned the #2 QB job?- What's the plan for Brashard Smith?- Xavier Worthy doesn't catch one ball!- The makeshift O-Line allows just one sack!- No McDuffie, no problem again for the secondary.

Position by position, where are the Royals better and/or worse on offense?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down each of the Royals positions around the diamond and discuss where they will be better or worse… - KC still in, on Austin Hayes.- What to learn from Ryan O'Hearn's deal w/Pittsburgh.- How much Carter Jensen improves Catcher?- Can the Royals be better on the infield?- Can't be worse in the Outfield, right?- Expectations for Jac Caglianone?- How the DH looks in '26.

Who are the 10 best pitchers in Royals history?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) each lay out their Top 10 Royals Pitchers…. - Do they agree on the top spot? (Spoiler… No!)- How much do the Cy Young awards matter?- Who was the most surprising addition?- Which arm was the toughest cut?- Did No-Hitters carry any weight?⁃ How many Relievers made the list?

Kansas will be the new home of the Kansas City Chiefs!Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Chiefs move to Kansas and decide if the Chiefs even got off the plane in Nashville? - Kansas will be home for the Chiefs!- Was this loss a blessing for the Chiefs?- Thoughts on Mahomes value now?- What Sunday said about the Chiefs talent?- Leaving youth on the bench.- The '26 backup QB looks like what?- Do the Chiefs win again this year?- Keys to the Game. - Predictions!

Soren Petro, Radio Host with 810 WHB in Kansas City, joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the Chiefs’ run coming to an end this season, Patrick Mahomes’ major injury and what the future holds for Travis Kelce and Andy Reid, plus their new stadium situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royals look to their past to fill their need for a lefty in the bullpen.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the latest trade by the Royals and take their first shot at what the roster will look like in 2026.- Breaking down the Matt Strahm trade.- Why the Phillies would part with Strahm?- What's the Home Run move that's left for the Royals?- Do the Royals have any money left?- Not moving a Starter a bad sign?- Projecting the Opening Day Roster!- When will the Royals decide where to put their Stadium?

The Chiefs are about the play their first meaningless regular season football game in a long time.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss how this game should be used to begin the Chiefs quest to return to the playoffs.- Is it better for the Chiefs to lose this weekend?- Do you think Mahomes plays Week 1?- Why not mention the LCL part of the- The Chiefs growing Injury Report.- What players need to show more?- Who shouldn't play at all?- What are the expectations for Garner Minshew?- Keys to the game.- Predictions!

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Royals have finally announced their flurry of moves.  Isaac Collins, Nick Mears, Lane Thomas and an extension for Maikel Garcia… is that enough for this offseason?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the Royals have gotten done and look ahead to what might still be to come. If this is it, is it enough?- What to expect from the Maikel Garcia extension.- Will Garcia improve on his '25 season?- Where Lane Thomas fits best?- Why did the Brewers make this trade?- Can Isaac Collins play every day?⁃ What more can the Royals do?

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doesn't get much worse than this! The Chiefs are eliminated from the playoffs while losing their quarterback to a torn ACL.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss another painful one score loss for the Chiefs and losing Patrick Mahomes for the rest of the season and maybe longer.- Is missing the playoffs with Mahomes ever acceptable?- Was a major injury to Mahomes inevitable?- Is the Chiefs offense officially broken?- Time to overhaul the skill positions?- Are the Chiefs soft?- The Defense shines again without Trent McDuffie.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A signing, a trade and an extension… It took a little while but the Royals finally got things moving with their offseason.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals flurry of moves…- Royals sign outfielder, Lane Thomas.- Royals trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.- Are the Royals done adding outfielders?- What did the Royals gain/lose in swapping Zerpa for Mears?- Do the Royals need a left handed Reliever now?- Locking up Maikel Garcia.- What's left for the Royals to do this offseason?

A signing, a trade and an extension…  It took a little while but the Royals finally got things moving with their offseason.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals flurry of moves… - Royals sign outfielder, Lane Thomas.- Royals trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.- Are the Royals done adding outfielders?- What did the Royals gain/lose in swapping Zerpa for Mears?- Do the Royals need a left handed Reliever now?- Locking up Maikel Garcia.⁃ What's left for the Royals to do this offseason?

At this point in the season, why would anyone expect the Chiefs to suddenly play better?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com) discuss what to expect in the Chiefs “Must Win” matchup with the Chargers…- Was the Week 1 loss to the Chargers the Chiefs biggest regret?- Why would anyone think the Chiefs would play better now?- Can the Chiefs Offense take care of the ball?- The confidence in the Offensive Line should be what now?- What will Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy bring to this matchup?- Does Travis Kelce rebound?- Will the Chiefs pressure Justin Herbert?- Keys to the Game.- Predictions!

In this edition of The Jayhawker Podcast hosted by Nate Bukaty, Nate sits down with Jayhawks star freshman volleyball player Logan Bell. They discuss how Coach Ulmer recruited her and reflect on an unbelievable regular-season run. They break down the big win over Miami that propelled KU into the Sweet 16, where they’ll face the number one team in the country and top seed in the tournament, Nebraska. Logan and Nate also talk about embracing the underdog role and playing with nothing to lose. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.