Locked On Royals - Daily Podcast On The Kansas City Royals

A reunion with an old friend?

We explore the idea of the Royals bringing back left-hander Foster Griffin. Next, we explain why the 2026 Draft Class has to be a big success. Lastly, should the Royals g

How the Kansas City Royals could explore the trade market for a closer

We bring up a popular name that the Royals could target as their closer via trade. Next, will the AL be as wide open next season? Lastly, can the Royals learn anything fr

The Kansas City Royals need to find a No. 1 starter through trade

We explain why the best path to acquiring an ace for the rotation is through trade. Next, we recap the latest in the MLB Postseason. Lastly, can Carson Roccaforte be the

Reacting to John Sherman's press conference

We dive into our thoughts on John Sherman's end of season presser. Next, how can the Royals play good baseball in April? Lastly, should the Royals look into bringing Kris

The tough questions the Kansas City Royals have to answer

We answer all of the questions sent in from the listeners in this "Mailbag Friday" edition of "Locked On Royals"! Host Jack Johnson gives you his thoughts next! Follow

Predicting offseason moves with Chance Liebau

We sit down with the host of "Locked On Royals POSTCAST" Chance Liebau and get his thoughts on the upcoming offseason. Host Jack Johnson interviews him next on "Locked

Reaction to J.J. Picollo's end-of-season press conference

We take all episode giving our thoughts and opinions on what was discussed in JJ Picollo's end-of-season presser. Host Jack Johnson breaks it down next on "Locked On Ro

Alec Zumwalt out as hitting coach, reassigned in organization

We react to the Royals removing the hitting coach title from Alec Zumwalt. Next, we ponder if Kevin Seitzer would be a good fit to replace Zumwalt. Lastly, we take a look

The Good, Bad, and Ugly of 2026

We give our review of the 2026 season for the Royals. Next, we explain how much work JJ Picollo and John Sherman have to do on the bullpen. Lastly, we react to Angeibel G

Royals POSTCAST: Kansas City Royals Season ENDS | What Went RIGHT, What Went WRONG in 2026?

Chance Liebau reacts to game 162 between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians. Kansas City Royals avoid a 100-loss season with a dramatic win over the Cleveland

Royals POSTCAST: Kansas City Royals WASTE Scoring Chances as Carter Jensen, Bobby Witt Jr. SHINE

Chance Liebau reacts to game two between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians. Kansas City Royals fall short against the Cleveland Guardians in a high-scoring,

The end of the 2026 season

We answer all of the questions sent in from the listeners in this "Mailbag Friday" edition of "Locked On Royals"! Host Jack Johnson gives you his thoughts next! Follow

Has Lucas Erceg turned things around?

We debate if Lucas Erceg managed to fix his struggles in Omaha. Next, we praise Anthony Gose for picking up the bullpen. Lastly, we tip our cap to Randy Dobnak for fillin

Royals POSTCAST: Royals NEED Reliable Bats as Bobby Witt Jr. & Michael Garcia IGNITE Offense

Chance Liebau reacts to game one between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. Kansas City Royals edge out the Chicago White Sox with late-inning heroics from Bob

Previewing the 2027 free agent market for closers

We take a look at the free agent closers that could be appealing to the Royals this offseason. Next, we debate if Jarren Duran is worthy of making a deal for. Lastly, we

Royals POSTCAST: Royals Collapse vs White Sox—Late-Game Fight Doesn’t Cover Up the Real Problem

Chance Liebau reacts to game one between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. Kansas City Royals fall flat in a 14-11 defeat to the Chicago White Sox, raising qu

The Kansas City Royals have to jump the market this offseason

We explain why the Royals can't sit on their hands in the first month of the offseason. Next, we praise Vinnie Pasquantino for a strong final month of the season. Lastly,

The Kansas City Royals' brutal struggles on the road

We discuss the brutal struggles the Royals had on the road all season long. Next, we react to the recent stretch of poor outings from Nate Pearson. Lastly, we give our th

Royals POSTCAST: Royals’ Bullpen NIGHTMARE Continues as Nate Pearson STRUGGLES in Pittsburgh Sweep

Chance Liebau reacts to game three between the Kansas City Royals and Pittsburgh Pirates. Kansas City Royals’ bullpen woes sink a late lead as Nate Pearson struggles agai

Royals POSTCAST: Kansas City Royals Bullpen STRUGGLES—Steven Cruz Under Fire After Loss

Chance Liebau reacts to game two between the Kansas City Royals and Pittsburgh Pirates. Kansas City Royals fall short against the Pittsburgh Pirates after another bullpen