Home finale was biggest moment in Royals history since 1985
It wasn’t just an amazing, walk-off, extra-innings win in front of a sellout crowd. Sunday’s game was a message to the rest of Major League Baseball: The Royals are not a joke anymore.
Author: Matt Kelsey
What Do The Royals’ Recent Setbacks Mean?
Kansas City has faced some troubling moments over the past week, and the organization’s future could be riding on how the team responds.
A Baseball Professor Passes On
Legendary Royals pitcher Paul Splittorff has died, but for me, Splitt was the person who shaped my knowledge of baseball.
Imagining A Future With Pujols In Blue
The Royals have been mentioned as a possible suitor for Albert Pujols in free agency. What would that future look like?
Seller/Buyer Options For The Royals
Kansas City’s place in the standings could determine whether they’re trading for the future – or trading for this season.
Six Pitches
What can Eric Hosmer’s first major-league at-bat tell us about his future as a ballplayer?
An Idea For Kyle Davies
The struggling starter could have a future with the Royals, but Davies needs to be retooled.
Learning To Appreciate Chris Getz
The light-hitting Royals second baseman is a big part of the team’s success this year – and he could be for years to come.
Aviles Never Had A Chance
Third baseman Mike Aviles didn’t get much of a chance to prove himself before Ned Yost handed him a seat on the bench.
The Good, The Bad, And The Faux Hawk
The Kansas City Royals’ 2011 Opening Day roster features some brilliant decisions by management – and a truly awful one.