KC Royals’ six-game surge, prospect buzz, and big tests ahead | Royals Rundown

Jac Caglianone and other 2024 draftees can prove how far colleges have come in baseball player development.

The Kansas City Royals are riding the rollercoaster again, and Jacob Milham and Jeremy “Hokius” Greco are here to break it all down in this week’s Royals Rundown! The duo dives into the Royals’ recent six-game winning streak (and the not-so-fun ending), analyzing Kris Bubic’s struggles, Chris Stratton’s role, and why players like Vinnie Pasquantino and Hunter Renfroe need to get it in gear.

They also spotlight rising fan engagement as attendance climbs, discuss the huge test the Royals face against the Tampa Bay Rays, and highlight Bobby Witt Jr.’s hot streak as a rare bright spot. Plus, there’s a deep dive into prospect buzz around Jack Caglianone and why scoring early and often remains key to the Royals’ 2025 survival.

Finally, they wrap it up with a fun review segment featuring some unexpected book and show recommendations you won’t want to miss. (Spoiler: it’s not all baseball.)

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Royals’ Performance

01:55 Analyzing Kris Bubic’s Recent Outing

04:53 The Impact of Chris Stratton on the Team

07:59 Injury Updates and Roster Decisions

11:02 Lineup Dynamics and Player Performance

14:10 Attendance and Fan Engagement

14:40 Drew Waters’ Breakout Performance

23:15 Analyzing Player Performance Metrics

25:32 The Rise of Jack Caglianone

29:29 The Evolution of College Baseball Development

33:18 Prospects and Their Readiness for the MLB

36:21 Previewing the Upcoming Rays Series

41:24 Assessing the Royals’ Pitching Strengths

45:11 The Importance of Series Wins

47:13 Spotlight on Key Players and Their Impact

49:26 Analyzing Player Performance: Bobby Witt Jr.

51:50 Runners in Scoring Position: Challenges and Insights

55:31 Team Dynamics: The Impact of Lineup Changes

56:53 Upcoming Series: Predictions and Expectations

01:00:59 Book and Show Reviews: A Cultural Dive