Royals Rundown: A Kansas City Royals Podcast

What do the numbers actually say about the Kansas City Royals?

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco welcome Dan Szymborski, creator of ZiPS, for a deep dive into the Royals’ latest projections and what they reveal about the team’s short- and long-term outlook.

The conversation begins with how ZiPS works, why projections are inherently volatile, and how historical context shapes modern basebal...

The Royals are making moves—and this episode breaks down what they really mean.

Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco are joined by Thomas Nestico (TJ Stats) to analyze one of the most surprising trades of the offseason, as the Kansas City Royals strike a deal with the Milwaukee Brewers that could quietly pay dividends. The trio discusses why Isaac Collins fits the Royals’ outfield plans, how Maikel Garcia’s contract extension signals long...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco dig into a pivotal week for the Kansas City Royals and Major League Baseball.

First up: No Rule 5 Draft pick. Was this a missed opportunity or a calculated decision? The hosts explain the logic behind passing and how it ties into the club's roster philosophy.

Then, the Royals land the sixth overall pick in the MLB Draft Lottery—a w...

In this episode of Royals Rundown, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco take a deep dive into a crucial stretch of the Kansas City Royals’ offseason. With the MLB Winter Meetings heating up, the pair explores what’s real and what’s just rumor, breaking down how previous winter meetings laid the groundwork for future blockbuster trades — and what fans can realistically expect this time around.

They also discuss the Royals’ h...

This week on the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco bring listeners up to speed on the latest around the Kansas City Royals. The duo begins with an explainer on the MLB pre-arbitration bonus pool, including how it benefits rising talent and where Royals players fit into the picture.

Next, they preview the upcoming Royals Rally, an offseason fan-favorite event that builds excitement ahead of Spring ...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco provide timely analysis of the Kansas City Royals’ offseason path in light of recent moves across the American League. The duo discusses how Dylan Cease's major signing with the Toronto Blue Jays and Ryan Helsley's move to the Orioles reset the pitching market and what it means for the Royals' staff, particularly Kris Bubic.

They e...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco welcome Royals insider David Lesky to dive deep into the Kansas City Royals' ongoing offseason.

They unpack a wide range of topics:

• Recent trade chatter involving names like Jonathan India and Ketel Marte

• The Royals' decision-making process and how fan sentiment should (or shouldn’t) factor in

• Coaching hires and their impact ...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco dive into a packed Royals offseason update. From Rule 5 draft implications to recent roster moves, the duo explores how Kansas City is shaping its future. They discuss the importance of clubhouse leadership, the trade value of players like Vinny Pasquantino compared to Josh Naylor, and Bobby Witt Jr.’s latest accolade.

The show also cove...

In this packed episode of Royals Rundown, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down the latest buzz surrounding the Kansas City Royals. With the offseason heating up, they explore key takeaways from general manager J.J. Piccolo’s recent comments, including trade priorities, pitching depth, and the organization’s focus on outfield upgrades.

The duo also weighs in on the MVP race results, debates the future of catching prospect ...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco dive into the Kansas City Royals’ offseason strategy and the latest trade rumors heating up the hot stove. They break down which outfielders could land in Kansas City, including Jarren Duran, Taylor Ward, and Jo Adell and debate the pros and cons of taking swings on big names like Mike Trout or Brendan Donovan.

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In this jam-packed episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham, Jeremy “Hokius” Greco, and Max Rieper dive into all things Kansas City Royals this offseason. From player transactions and coaching hires to gambling scandals shaking up MLB, the trio covers the latest storylines with insight and humor.

They break down what the hiring of Marcus Thames means for the team’s struggling offense, whether Kameron Misner is more ...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco break down all the latest Kansas City Royals headlines as the offseason heats up. From Salvador Perez’s contract extension to bold predictions in free agency, the duo tackles what’s next for a franchise finally showing signs of life — and a willingness to spend.

They also dive into coaching staff changes, provide key injury updates, and debat...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco dive into the aftermath of the World Series and what it means for the Kansas City Royals. With Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s breakout postseason, the Dodgers' bullpen masterclass, and the Blue Jays’ gritty run, there’s plenty to unpack before the hot stove truly heats up.

The duo discusses who’s likely leaving Kansas City (spoiler: Michael Lorenzen an...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco serve up the latest Kansas City Royals chatter with their signature blend of insight and sarcasm. From Will Klein unexpectedly lighting up the World Series stage to Frank Schwindel riding into the retirement sunset, there’s a little bit of everything—except actual Royals games.

The duo also dives into offseason speculation: Will the Royals ch...

The Royals Rundown Podcast is back with offseason firepower! Hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco take a hard look at the Kansas City Royals' biggest needs heading into the offseason. From finding a real answer in center field, to shoring up the bullpen with left-handed help, the duo breaks down how KC can avoid another rebuild loop.

They also dish out hot takes on the World Series, including what the Royals can learn from c...

The Royals Rundown Podcast returns with another high-energy, sharp-witted breakdown of baseball’s biggest storylines! Hosts Jeremy "Hokius" Greco and Jacob Milham kick off with a look ahead to the World Series, diving deep into key matchups and players to watch—yes, Shohei Ohtani gets a shoutout. The duo dissects the drama from ALCS Game Seven, calling out bullpen decisions and late-inning chaos.

They pivot to the Mariners’ strong b...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy "Hokius" Greco deliver a wide-ranging and heartfelt conversation that bridges football fever with a deep love for baseball. As the Kansas City Chiefs dominate the NFL, the guys aren’t quite ready to let go of baseball season—especially with the Royals entering a pivotal offseason.

They break down rumors swirling around the Royals, debate the potential fit o...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco dive headfirst into Kansas City Royals free agency chatter, highlighting big-name targets like Alex Bregman and what his pending free agency could mean for the infield. The duo breaks down how the Royals stack up against other small-market teams like the Brewers when it comes to payroll and roster strategy—and why John Sherman's balanced app...

In this episode of the Royals Rundown podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco ride the postseason baseball high while turning their attention to what’s next for the Kansas City Royals. They react to the retirement of longtime coach Mike Jirschele and explore how his departure marks a changing of the guard. The conversation then shifts to offseason priorities — especially the need to overhaul the outfield. From Cody Be...