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Kauffman Corner

Dedicated to covering the Kansas City Royals. Everything from yesterday"s game to the very latest on the Royals top prospects. Top shelf analytics to pure passionate fan reaction, and everything in between when it comes to Royals baseball.Sunday nights at 9:00 PM Central. Hosted by Soren Petro (@SorenPetro) and David Lesky (@DBLesky).Petro is the afternoon drive host of The Porgram on Sports Radio 810-WHB in Kansas City. Petro has covered the Royals since 1994. He is a former Pre and Post Host

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65:22

What to Expect from Starling Marte and How He Fits?

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/03/02

The Royals have reportedly agreed to a deal with veteran outfielder, Starling Marte. What should the Royals expect from him and how does he fit into the lineup?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Marte addition and the latest from Royals Spring Training.- Starling Marte bring what to the Royals?- How Marte fits into the Outfield.- Bobby Witt Jr. in the leadoff?- Key players showing patience at the plate.-

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61:09

Let’s Over-React to the First Weekend of Spring...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/02/23

We’ve got real Spring Training baseball to discuss, so let’s over-react to the first few games of Spring Training.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals first three games and discuss how the roster may come together…- Who are the most important pitchers after Cole Ragans?- How will the Royals fit their pitching depth?- Where should Maikel Garcia bat?- What’s the best batting order for the Royals?- Where

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54:46

Where the Royals Rank in the American League Central!

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/02/16

With Spring Training underway it’s time to start breaking down the American League Central. How do the Royals measure up to the Tigers, Guardians, Twins and White Sox?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) rank the American League Central 1 to 5 in five key categories… - Offense.- Starting Pitching.- Bullpen.- Defense.- Base Running.⁃ Conclusions!

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61:25

Remembering Terrence Gore and What We Want to See At...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/02/10

The Royals lose another member of their 2015 Championship team and what do the Royals need to accomplish at Spring Training?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are talking…- Remembering Terrence Gore.- Lugo, Bergert and Bubic throwing free and easy!- Carter Jensen looks like an everyday catcher.- Lucas Erceg is getting the K's.- Can Jac Caglianone take the next step?- Has the power returned for Blake Mitchell?- Can

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60:31

Royals Executive VP and General Manager, JJ Picollo...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/02/02

With just 10 days remaining until Spring Training we chat with Royals General Manger, JJ Picollo.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Kansas City Royals to discuss the job of a General Manager and the season ahead. - What plans did Picollo have going into the job?- What has been more difficult than expected?- Hiring Matt Quatraro.- Getting more On Base

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58:42

Which Pitchers have the Best Chance to Make or Break...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/29

A week ago we looked at the Hitters with the biggest potential variance in their 2026 season and how they would affect the success of the Royals. This week we look at the Pitchers. Which of the 2026 arms have the biggest potential distance between their ceiling and floor and thereby will have the biggest impact on the season?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB,

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58:42

Royals Pitching Coach Brian Sweeney Joins The KC to...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/26

The Royals have become one of the savviest organizations in baseball when it comes to pitching. The man behind that is Pitching Coach, Brian Sweeney.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), pinch hitting for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli), and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Sweeney to discuss… - Creating a Pitching Legacy in KC.- What went into trading Freddy Fermin.- Dealing with injuries in ’25.- The importance of the

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57:15

Which Hitters have the Best Chance to Make or Break...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/22

Major League Baseball teams love consistency in a player. At the same time they are always happy to discuss a player’s “ceiling”. So which of the 2026 Royals have the biggest distance between their ceiling and floor and thereby will have the biggest effect on the Royals chances?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are selecting the players that can have

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63:17

ESPN’s Jeff Passan Talks Royals and Baseball Economics!

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/19

ESPN’S Senior Major League Baseball Insider joins the Kauffman Corner Podcast to talk Royals and all things Baseball.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Jeff Passan to discuss the Royals offseason and more. - Have the Dodgers ruined the sport?- Are we headed to a labor stoppage in ’27?- Evaluating the Royals Offseason.- Is trading Cole Ragans a good idea?- Where Matt Quatraro ranks among Managers?⁃ What

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58:08

Moving the Fences In... Good Idea or Bad Idea?

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/15

The Royals are moving the fences in. What this means for the ’26 Royals and beyond.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down what the effect of a smaller ballpark will be for the hitters, pitchers and the and the fans…- Biggest winners and losers?- Will this attract more free agents?- Does it change the type of players the Royals look for?- Will it

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61:30

Is there Help on The Farm in 2026?

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/13

It there any help on the Farm? Did the Royals get it right in arbitration? How many players on the Royals Hall of Fame ballot should get the call?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss where the Royals can expect help form their Minor Leagues and more.- The Royals avoid arbitration with 6 players.- Pasquantino and Bubic head to arbitration.- Is there an arm or two in the minors that can help?- Will any bat

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57:59

Matt Quatraro Isn’t Going Anywhere!

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/08

The Royals continue to get in-house business done by extending the contract of Matt Quatraro through the 2029 season, but they remain in a holding pattern when it comes to acquiring another bat.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Quatraro extension and what moves might still be possible for the Royals.- Quatraro locked up through at least

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64:25

Better or Worse, Breaking Down the 2026 Royals...

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/06

Last week (Episode 241) we projected where the Royals would be better/worse among the Position Players and this week we’re taking a look at the Pitching Staff.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the pitching staff by how many wins they think the Royals have improved or regressed this offseason.- Royals extend Matt Quatraro through '29/Option for '30.- Health is the key at the top of the Rotation.- Back

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55:18

Are the Royals Topped Out on Payroll?

Kauffman Corner ·

2026/01/01

The Royals have quietly increased payroll again this offseason. Have they gone as far as they can go?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals payroll and more… - Are the Royals at their Payroll limit?- Do they need to trade payroll?- Will Kris Bubic be moved?- Was not signing Hunter Harvey a mistake?- Have the Royals added enough OBP?-

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59:35

Position by Position, Breaking Down the Royals Offense!

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/29

Position by position, where are the Royals better and/or worse on offense?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down each of the Royals positions around the diamond and discuss where they will be better or worse… - KC still in, on Austin Hayes.- What to learn from Ryan O’Hearn’s deal w/Pittsburgh.- How much Carter Jensen improves Catcher?- Can the Royals be better on the infield?- Can’t be worse in the

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61:56

Ranking the Royals Top 10 Pitchers of All-Time!

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/25

Who are the 10 best pitchers in Royals history?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) each lay out their Top 10 Royals Pitchers…. - Do they agree on the top spot? (Spoiler… No!)- How much do the Cy Young awards matter?- Who was the most surprising addition?- Which arm was the toughest cut?- Did No-Hitters carry any weight?⁃ How many Relievers made the

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66:34

Looking to the Past for a Lefty!

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/23

The Royals look to their past to fill their need for a lefty in the bullpen.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the latest trade by the Royals and take their first shot at what the roster will look like in 2026.- Breaking down the Matt Strahm trade.- Why the Phillies would part with Strahm?- What’s the Home Run move that’s left for the Royals?- Do the Royals have any money left?- Not moving a Starter a bad

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54:07

Have the Royals Done Enough?

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/18

The Royals have finally announced their flurry of moves. Isaac Collins, Nick Mears, Lane Thomas and an extension for Maikel Garcia… is that enough for this offseason?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the Royals have gotten done and look ahead to what might still be to come. If this is it, is it enough?- What to expect from the Maikel

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58:22

A Signing, a Trade and an Extension… Are the Royals...

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/15

A signing, a trade and an extension… It took a little while but the Royals finally got things moving with their offseason.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the Royals flurry of moves… - Royals sign outfielder, Lane Thomas.- Royals trade for outfielder Isaac Collins.- Are the Royals done adding outfielders?- What did the Royals gain/lose in swapping Zerpa for Mears?- Do the Royals need a left handed

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62:52

Winter Meetings Let Down!

Kauffman Corner ·

2025/12/11

It’s all quiet at the Winter Meetings for the Royals. What should we make of that?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the latest rumors and more…- Royals have offers out to Free Agents.- Did the Royals blow it on Mike Yastrzemski?- Who should be the Royals target?- What the Schwarber/Alonso deals mean for Pasquantino.- The Royals gain 7 spots

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