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Drop the Ball

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On "Drop the Ball," Matt and Jackson discuss ALL things Royals, Chiefs, and some more. This podcast will absolutely push you to try to be a great sports fan, even if you're not. The passion for the game will 100% be in affect. It might get heated... but hey, that's entertainment.
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Episodes

MLB Awards Season and J.J's 2025 Outlook

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!

Nov 14, 20241 hr 1 min

D-Hop and Trav Light Up MNF!

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.

Nov 06, 202440 min

Return of the Wacha, Wacha!

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"

Nov 06, 202436 min

Chiefs Bring the Boom to the Raiders and Stay Undefeated

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!

Oct 30, 20241 hr 8 min

Royals Gold Glovers, Jac in the AFL, and Royal Redeemers in 2025

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!

Oct 25, 20241 hr 1 min

Super Bowl LVIII Rematch!

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!

Oct 23, 202457 min

What'll Be Better than '24? 2025...(?)

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!

Oct 16, 202453 min

After the Bye, 5-0 Chiefs Look to Fly!

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!

Oct 16, 202457 min

Series Tied 1-1 as We Head Back to Kansas City!

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 se...

Oct 09, 202458 min

Moving On Into the ALDS!

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!

Oct 04, 202437 min

The Chiefs Keep Finding Ways as the Royals Continue to Swoon

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.

Sep 25, 20241 hr 7 min

Chiefs Open Up the NFL Season as Royals Continue Their Path to the Postseason!

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"!

Sep 11, 20241 hr 24 min

2024 Chiefs Season Preview!

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!

Aug 30, 20241 hr 15 min

IT'S TIME FOR A ROYALS PLAYOFF RACE!

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.

Aug 28, 202453 min

Bobby Witt Jr. = Super Saiyan + MLB Trade Deadline!

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"!

Aug 03, 20241 hr 3 min

Jac Cags to KC! and a Bobby Home Run Derby!

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.

Jul 19, 20241 hr 19 min

FOUR Royal All-Stars and a Derby Participant!

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!

Jul 10, 20241 hr 7 min

Royals Have Hit A Wall Offensively

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!

Jun 27, 20241 hr 12 min

Red Hot Royals on a Roll!

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!

May 17, 202457 min

The Royals are HOT! While Brett Veach Does It Again

This week, we cover the Rashee Rice dilemma, the Chiefs Draft, as well as the Royals hot start to the 2024 season. We talk what specifically Xavier Worthy and Kingsley Suamataia can do for the Chiefs on day one, and what the other draft picks can potentially do for us in the future! The Royals are doing well right now and they're pitching is the key. We look at what the offense can do to potentially make it more balanced. Since they go cold out of nowhere occasionally.

May 09, 20241 hr 34 min

2024 NFL DRAFT SPECTACULAR! feat. a Special Guest

This week we highlight the NFL Draft with some of the top picks and what we think the teams should do. Because we are definitely qualified to pick for NFL teams. We see what the Chiefs could do with pick 32 and the possibilities that come with it. Then we end it with America's favorite segment, "Drop the Ball".

Apr 25, 20241 hr 22 min

Above .500 for the First Time Since When ??

This week on Drop the Ball, we highlight the Royals being good for once in the existence of the podcast. It is fun to watch good baseball for a change, the Chiefs have fun signing some people, and we end it with America's favorite segment: Drop the Ball!

Apr 15, 20241 hr 3 min

Offensive Explosion to End the Series!

We highlight the Royals opening weekend series against the Twins, the Royals stellar starting rotation, and the offense getting it's groove on in the final game of the series. DTB RECORDED 4.2.24

Apr 08, 202457 min

OPENING DAY 2024 & L’Jarius Sneed Traded!

It’s baseball season! And this week on Drop the Ball it’s all about the Royals! But first, we discuss the Chiefs trading L’Jarius Sneed to the Titans, and what we thought of the return…But the Royals’ most anticipated season since 2017 starts now! We can’t wait! Then we end it with America’s favorite segment: “Drop the Ball”

Mar 29, 20241 hr 28 min

Royals Season Preview (2 of 2) and the Chiefs have made some moves...

We finish the season preview for the Boys in Blue and discuss some scenarios that make this team succeed. The Chiefs are starting to make moves, and potentially make changes to the Super Bowl winner, then we end it with America's favorite segment: "Drop the Ball"!

Mar 01, 20241 hr 20 min
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