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Didicated to covering the Kansas City Royals. Everything from yesterday's game to the very latest on the Royals top prospects. Top shelf analytics to pure passionate fan reaction, and everything in between when it comes to Royals baseball. Rany Jazayerli (@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (@SorenPetro) stream live Sunday nights at 9:00 PM Central and are dedicated to covering the Kansas City Royals like no one else. Lifelong Royals fans. Jazayerli was a founder of Baseball Prospectus, author of the blog "Rany on the Royals" and a published writer with Grantland, The Ringer, Sports Illustrated and The Athletic. Petro has hosted local and national sports talk radio since 1994 and hosted hundreds of Royals Pre and Post game shows. From hundred loss seasons to champagne drenched clubhouses, Petro has covered the Royals for close to 30 years. Thursday mornings at 8:30 AM, Petro is joined by David Lesky (@DBLesky) and Les Norman. Lesky is the Publisher of the Inside the Corwn Royals blog and Royals Insider for Sports Radio 810 - WHB. Norman is a former Royals Outfielder, Host of "Break'n the Norm" on Sports Radio 810 - WHB, Royals Insider at WHB and the author of "Teaching the Tools of Hitting". Sit back and enjoy Royals fans!

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Grading the 2026 Royals Position Players!

2026/10/12

A solid offensive finish to the season was not enough to save the grades for the Royals Position Players. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss each position on the field and hand out their later grades. Carter Jensen makes Catcher an A. Vinnie’s struggles hurt First Base. Solid performance for Massey. Missing Maikel hurt! Bobby’s always an A! Other than Cags the OF is a problem. What DH? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

End of Season Presser React!

2026/10/05

Royals GM, JJ Picollo and Manager, Matt Quatraro met with the media last week to discuss what went wrong last season and what the beginning of a plan to fix it looks like. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss their reactions to how the Royals described what happened in 2026 and what their vision is for 2027. Changes with the Hitting Coaches. Why the slow start? Where’s a Closer? Improvement in the Outfield. Making uncomfortable trades. Extensions for Jensen and Caglianone? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What We Want to Hear From the Royals End of Season Press Conference?

2026/09/28

The Royals have finally wrapped up the disappointing 2026 season. Soon JJ Picollo, Royals GM, and Matt Quatraro, Manager, will address the media regarding this season as well as looking ahead to the 2027 season. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) lay out what they want to hear from the Royals in their season ending press conference. Extending the young stars. Signing Starting Pitching. A thumper for the lineup. Walk more! More chase out of the bullpen. Base running is NOT the key to success. Swing at pitches you can drive. Everyone is available. Get more athletic! Acquire a true closer! Evaluate everyone! Timeline for Shields and Chourio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What We Want to See in the Final Week of the Royals 2026 Season!

2026/09/22

We’ve reached the final week of the season and the Royals have been eliminated from the playoff race, but there’s still some statistical accomplishments looming out there for the Royals to shoot for over their last six games. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Carter Jensen (yes, again) and what they want to see from the Royals over the final week of the season. Jensen setting Royals Club Records. 20/50 for Bobby? Salvy 5th all-time for Catcher homers? Winning the team doubles title. Beating playoff teams. 525 walks anyone? Bobby getting the OPS over .800. How many Royals hitting 20 Homers? Double digit winners. 200 innings pitched? Topping 170 homers as a club? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carter Jensen and Bobby Witt Jr. Still Putting Up Big Numbers!

2026/09/14

Carter Jensen tied the Royals Rookie Homer Record and Bobby Witt Jr. topped 40 Stolen Bases again. What is all means for the future of the Kansas City Royals. David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the statistical accomplishments of two of the Royals talented young players and more. Noah Cameron dazzles again. Carter Jensen ties the Rookie HR record. Bobby tops 40 steals AGAIN! What bullpen pieces can the Royals use in ’27? Did Seth Lugo find something in his last start? Quad Cities is playing for the Championship. Kendry Chourio is still dealing. What to expect this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Good is Carter Jensen?

2026/09/07

Carter Jensen is closing in on the Royals Rookie Homer Record after pounding three more homers this week. How good is Jensen now and how good can he become? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss how bright the future is for Carter Jensen and look to the minors for where the Royals might find help in the future. How good is Carter Jensen now? Where does his rookie season rank among Catchers? What’s the plan for Blake Mitchell and Ramon Ramirez? Caglianone injures his elbow on an OF throw. Cameron/Caglianone win pitcher/player of the month! Daniel Lynch stinks in the first. David Shields sparkling numbers. Veteran help in Omaha. What to expect this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are Realistic Expectations Year Over Year for the Royals?

2026/09/01

Royals GM JJ Picollo said .500 is not good enough for the Royals. So what’s realistic to expect from the Royals each year? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what Royals fans should be able to expect from the Royals and when JJ Picollo has been given enough time to live up to those expectations? Picollo says .500 isn’t good enough. What should the expectation be each season? When are the Royals fully Picollo’s organization? 12-2 in the last 14 means what? How do the Royals make the Wild Card? Wacha and Lugo the rest of the season. Monthly awards for Cags and Cameron? Time to call up Gavin Cross and Carson Roccaforte? What happens this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What’s an 8-Game Win Streak Worth Now?

2026/08/24

Long after the season was lost the Royals have decided to put together their longest win streak of the season. So what is an 8-game win streak worth now? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what this win streak means and whether it has any value for the organization moving forward. What’s an 8-game win streak worth now? Does it have any value for 2027? Just how important is Vinnie’s bat? Are the Royals serious about Daniel Lynch as a starter? How much of the bullpen problem have the Royals solved? Walcha vs. Cameron for the ’27 Opening Day Starter. Where’s the level of concern for Maikel Garcia long term? Royals new stadium clears the latest hurdle. What happens in Toronto and Cleveland? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Noah Cameron the Royals #1 Starter?

2026/08/17

The Royals have serious questions regarding their pitching staff in ’27, but have they at least answered the question of who the staff’s number one starter is? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the brilliant start from Noah Cameron and take a closer look at some of the potential solutions to the Royals pitching problems. Why is Daniel Lynch starting? When do the Royals call up Lucas Braun? Should the Royals try a 6-man rotation? Is there a future with Randy Dobnak? Can Nate Pearson help in ’27? Cags continues to look like a star. Pasquantino and Garcia on Rehab Assignment. Kendry Chourio. How good is Angeibel Gomez? The Royals will play in the Field of Dreams Game in ’27. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jac Caglianone has a Giant Day!

2026/08/10

Even though the Royals were outclassed in a three game series with the Cubs, Jac Caglianone made a huge impression with a four hit, two homer game. How good can he be? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the monster performance from Caglianone and discuss the latest roster moves for the Royals. Cubs take 2 of 3. Caglianone has a monster day. Do the Royals have to sign him this offseason? Craig Kimbrel is a Royals. Is Carter Jensen wearing down? Can Daniel Lynch be a longterm answer in the rotation? Lucas Braun impresses in his first Omaha start. Limiting Kendry Chourio’s workload. Minor League pickups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline… Did the Royals Get it Right?

2026/08/04

The 2026 Major League Baseball Trade Deadline has come and gone. Did the Royals get it right? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down what the Royals did and what they didn’t do at the Deadline. Did the Royals get enough for Lane Thomas? What did the Royals get in Lucas Braun and Carter Holton? Not moving Wacha and Luga means what for 2027? Could not dealing be the right move? How valuable is payroll flexibility? Luinder Avila hits the DL! John Rave is hitting. So is Blake Mitchell in the minors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Salvador Perez is Now the Royals Home Run King!

2026/07/27

George Brett hit his 316th and 317th Home Runs on September 26th, 1993. Almost 33 years laster Salvador Perez hit his 318th Home Run to break George Brett’s franchise record. How many more does Salvy have left in him? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Salvador Perez, the record and much more… Fighting back to split the series with Detroit. Salvy breaks the franchise Home Run Record! Carlos Beltran enters the Hall of Fame! How big is the gap between Garcia and Loftin? Is Massey the answer at second base? Who will the Royals actually trade? Trade or sign Lane Thomas? Is Noah Cameron fixed? Can you build a bullpen in one offseason? Which players in Omaha should get a look? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How the Royals Should Approach the Trade Deadline!

2026/07/19

The Draft and All-Star Game are in the Royals rearview mirror. Time now to focus on the trade deadline. What should the Royals be targeting? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the trade deadline and what’s left for the Royals to play for in 2026. What’s the value in a series with now? Noah Cameron continues to struggle. Bobby Witt Jr.’s back issue. How to approach the Trade Deadline? Add Stephen Kolek to the list of hurt pitchers. What will the Royals pitching staff look like in ’27? Is Isaac Collins good enough to win with? How the Royals Farm System look post-draft? When can we officially just Brian Bridges? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did the Royals Get it Right in the 2026 MLB Draft?

2026/07/13

The Royals held the #6 pick in this year’s MLB Draft but chose to take a player that was ranked #30 by MLB.com. Was going signability early the right move for the Royals in this draft? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Royals 2026 Draft and discuss what’s next for the Royals. How good is Louisville, OF Zion Rose? Did the Royals get it right with this move? Is Taylor Rabe worth the extra money? Why High School pitcher Jack Slightom? Is Maxx Yehl more than just a reliever? Why Dominic Battista might be better than his ranking. Where else could the Royals have hit in the draft? What’s next? New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5883084893847552 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do the Royals Know What They Really Are?

2026/07/06

Royal General Manager, J.J. Picollo spoke with the media this week and didn’t sound at all like a GM that is looking to sell at the deadline. Are the Royals kidding themselves about how competitive they will be moving forward? David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the Royals plan should be as the draft and trade deadline approach. The Royals get two on the All-Star team. Cole Ragans goes under the knife… again! Picollo talks about the trade deadline. What will the Royals rotation look like next year? Who can the Royals look to deal? How close are the Royals to contending? Where to look in the draft? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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4.7 out of 5

175 reviews

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shockersfan 2026/10/08

Terrible podcast

These guys are horrible, chewing on every little thing like cockroaches just to prolong the podcast. Very little useful information provided by these ...

★★★★★

Gwkoppen1837382 2026/02/24

Royals Fan Living in Phoenix

As a Royals fan living out of market, I really appreciate the coverage of my favorite team. The hosts are knowledgeable and entertaining. Bravissimo, ...

★★★★★

jknol73 2025/11/24

Fantasy Camp Episode

Enjoyed all the stories shared in this episode. Thank you!

★★★★★

KCCarlchs 2024/09/16

Great Show

Don’t think it get any better

★★★★☆

MrBennyProfane 2024/03/26

It’s hard being a Royals fan

This show has two real Royals fans. One is a local radio hack with a voice like a full McDonald’s ashtray and all the charm of a drunk at the end of t...

★★☆☆☆

chiefcam11 2023/09/05

Rany’s great, Soren stop yelling

I love Rany and I’ve loved him since he had the Rany and Joe podcast. I listen to Soren on the radio for his guests…which is why I thought I could lik...

★☆☆☆☆

dwillis82 2023/05/18

Love Rany

Rany is so informed and has always been one of my faves. I tried to convince myself that Soren’s constant negativity and inability to understand analy...

★★☆☆☆

phoenixrisng41704 2023/05/03

Soren Petro is a alpha jerk.

Checked this podcast out on a recommendation. Maybe I picked a bad episode to start 4/30. But man Soren Petro sounds like a podcast alpha bro. Constan...

★★★★★

Brandon the Scooby Doo guy 2023/03/15

Best ever

This is a Fantastic podcast not just baseball people but royals people to enjoy something so special that you can get so much love in an hour podcast....

★★★★★

@tbt_mlb 2023/01/25

Great show

Best MLB podcast currently running. There is no one I’d rather hear talk about baseball than Soren and Rany. Consistently makes the listener smarter a...

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