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 ...
Apr 16, 2025•58 min
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 eac...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 44 min
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 Americ...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 31 min
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!
Mar 19, 2025•59 min
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 ...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 12 min
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 favo...
Feb 26, 2025•58 min
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!
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 1 min
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 forwar...
Feb 19, 2025•51 min
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 circumstanc...
Feb 12, 2025•45 min
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!
Feb 12, 2025•35 min
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...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 16 min
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!
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 15 min
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!
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 13 min
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!
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 33 min
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!
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 17 min
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!
Jan 17, 2025•46 min
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!
Jan 08, 2025•47 min
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 t...
Jan 08, 2025•56 min
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!
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 8 min
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!
Dec 20, 2024•53 min
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!
Dec 20, 2024•52 min
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!
Dec 11, 2024•51 min
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!
Dec 11, 2024•42 min
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!
Dec 06, 2024•46 min
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!
Dec 06, 2024•56 min
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!
Nov 30, 2024•59 min
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!
Nov 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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
Nov 29, 2024•48 min
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
Nov 29, 2024•48 min
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!
Nov 14, 2024•52 min
