“Reporter Jottings”: Cags’ Rookie Year and Division Series Preview at Just Baseball; Reliever Awards at Pitcher List

With it being an off day from playoff baseball and no news breaking on the Royals’ end, I decided to create an edition of “Jottings” focusing on two pieces of content from Just Baseball and one piece from Pitcher List. That includes my latest post on Jac Caglianone and his rookie year, an MLB Division… Read More “Reporter Jottings”: Cags’ Rookie Year and Division Series Preview at Just Baseball; Reliever Awards at Pitcher List

October 3, 2025October 4, 2025 Kevin O'BrienLeave a comment

Six Former Royals to Watch in the MLB Wild Card Round

The Royals fell short of the postseason this season, even though they finished with an 82-80 record, their second winning season since the 2015 World Series. While a season over .500 is something to be proud of, especially considering the pitching injuries they dealt with, it seems like the Royals are aiming to return to… Read More Six Former Royals to Watch in the MLB Wild Card Round

September 29, 2025 Kevin O'BrienLeave a comment

Wacha and the Royals’ Young Hitters Stick Out in Regular Season Finale at the K

I was able to go to the last Royals regular game at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday, which was my 28th of the season at the K. I was hoping for the Royals to complete the sweep of the Blue Jays, not only to keep their slim playoff hopes alive, but also to improve my in-person… Read More Wacha and the Royals’ Young Hitters Stick Out in Regular Season Finale at the K

September 22, 2025September 21, 2025 Kevin O'BrienLeave a comment

That’s All for the Royals’ Playoff Hopes, Folks

It’s been a heck of a week for me at work, which explains the lack of posts in the past few days, despite it being a crucial series against the rival Guardians. In fact, I wasn’t able to watch one game in this four-game series, which is pretty rare for me, even when school is… Read More That’s All for the Royals’ Playoff Hopes, Folks

September 11, 2025September 12, 2025 Kevin O'Brien2 Comments

Four Things for Royals Fans to Be Thankful For in 2024

I know many people may not see this post until tomorrow, especially since many may be spending their Thanksgiving evening with family. My wife and I had our family event a little early today, and with some time to post while watching college hoops (no thanks, NFL), I decided to write a quick post before… Read More Four Things for Royals Fans to Be Thankful For in 2024

November 28, 2024 Kevin O'BrienLeave a comment

Could Tommy Pham Return to the Royals in 2025?

Seven Royals players from the 2024 40-man roster will become free agents this offseason. It is expected that most, if not all, of the players from that group likely won’t be back in Kansas City in 2025. Here’s the list of Royals players who will enter free agency after the conclusion of the World Series,… Read More Could Tommy Pham Return to the Royals in 2025?

October 24, 2024 Kevin O'Brien2 Comments

The Three Unlikely Heroes from the Royals’ First Two Games of the ALDS

After dropping a disappointing first game in the Bronx, the Royals came out ready in game two. Despite striking out in order in the top of the first against Yankees game two starter Carlos Rodon (which Rodon rubbed in the faces of the Royals and fans) and Cole Ragans giving up a run in the… Read More The Three Unlikely Heroes from the Royals’ First Two Games of the ALDS

October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 Kevin O'BrienLeave a comment

Can Michael Wacha Set the Tone for the Royals in Game One?

The Royals take on the Yankees in game one of the American League Division Series at 5:08 p.m. this afternoon in the Bronx. The Yankees have won five of seven against the Royals this season, but in their most recent September series, Kansas City beat the Yankees 5-0 in game two and lost on a… Read More Can Michael Wacha Set the Tone for the Royals in Game One?

October 5, 2024 Kevin O'Brien1 Comment

“Reporter Jottings”: How Do the Royals Stack Up Against the Orioles? (And Three Questions Regarding the Wild Card Roster)

The Royals punched their ticket to the postseason on Friday night. Furthermore, they earned the fifth seed in the AL Playoff bracket thanks to their season-ending victory against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. As a result, the 86-76 Royals will travel to Baltimore for a best-of-three series against the 91-71 Orioles, the top Wild-Card seed… Read More “Reporter Jottings”: How Do the Royals Stack Up Against the Orioles? (And Three Questions Regarding the Wild Card Roster)

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024 Kevin O'Brien1 Comment

The Royals Delivered on Their Promises in 2024

Being a Kansas City Royals fan and blogger isn’t always the easiest of endeavors. I started a version of this blog (The Roto Royal) in 2018 when the club went 58-104. The Royals Reporter officially began in 2019 when they went 59-103. Due to my coverage and passion for the Royals (and a slight bump… Read More The Royals Delivered on Their Promises in 2024

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024 Kevin O'Brien3 Comments

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