Reviewing My 2025 Five Bold Royals Predictions

The Division Series round has begun, with the Brewers and Blue Jays absolutely crushing the Cubs and Yankees, respectively (which I’m all for). The Phillies were up early on the Dodgers, but a three-run home run from Teoscar Hernandez off former Royals pitcher Matt Strahm (of course) has Los Angeles up in the late innings.… Read More Reviewing My 2025 Five Bold Royals Predictions

“Reporter Jottings”: Five Royals Extension Candidates at Just Baseball; Kolek and Lorenzen Finish Seasons

The Royals play their final series of the year in Sacramento against the Athletics this weekend, starting tonight. As someone who grew up in Sacramento, it’s weird not just to see the A’s in a different city (I always associated them with Oakland), but playing in Sutter Health Park, a park I got to play… Read More “Reporter Jottings”: Five Royals Extension Candidates at Just Baseball; Kolek and Lorenzen Finish Seasons

Do Managers Affect An Umpire’s Strike Zone? (And How Does Matt Quatraro Rank?)

There’s no question that manager Matt Quatraro has been a key part in turning around the Royals’ fortunes since taking over as manager in 2023. After a 56-106 debut season, he led the Royals to an 86-76 season in 2024. That included not just making the postseason, but also a Wild Card series victory over… Read More Do Managers Affect An Umpire’s Strike Zone? (And How Does Matt Quatraro Rank?)