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Royals Decline Frazier’s Mutual Option; Renfroe and Stratton Exercise Options
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Royals Decline Frazier’s Mutual Option; Renfroe and Stratton Exercise Options

Estimated read time 3 min read
Posted on October 31, 2024October 31, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

MLB Insider Mark Feinsand reported some updates on Halloween night regarding mutual and player options for the upcoming season. Three…

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Will the Royals Bring Kevin Seitzer Back in Some Capacity?
Posted in Analysis The Royal Reporter

Will the Royals Bring Kevin Seitzer Back in Some Capacity?

Estimated read time 8 min read
Posted on October 22, 2024October 22, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

Shortly after the Atlanta Braves season ended, Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos announced that they would not bring back hitting coach…

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Three Crucial Questions Regarding the Royals Playoff Roster
Posted in Analysis The Royal Reporter

Three Crucial Questions Regarding the Royals Playoff Roster

Estimated read time 8 min read
Posted on September 29, 2024September 29, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

The Royals won their regular-season finale by a score of 4-2 against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday afternoon. The win…

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Why the Royals Shouldn’t Give Up on James McArthur in the Long Term
Posted in Analysis The Royal Reporter

Why the Royals Shouldn’t Give Up on James McArthur in the Long Term

Estimated read time 9 min read
Posted on September 12, 2024September 12, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

It’s been a tough sophomore season for Royals reliever James McArthur. After finishing the 2023 season strong as the Royals’…

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Improved Framing Has Been Key to Salvy’s Bounce Back This Season
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Improved Framing Has Been Key to Salvy’s Bounce Back This Season

Estimated read time 8 min read
Posted on September 7, 2024September 7, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

There’s no question that 2024 has been an excellent bounce-back campaign for Royals captain Salvador Perez. Even though he made…

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Ranking the Position Players in Omaha Who Could Be Up When Rosters Expand
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Ranking the Position Players in Omaha Who Could Be Up When Rosters Expand

Estimated read time 8 min read
Posted on August 29, 2024August 29, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

The Royals fell out of first place on Wednesday afternoon, dropping the series finale to the Cleveland Guardians. However, Kansas…

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Royals Call Up Tyler Gentry
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Royals Call Up Tyler Gentry

Estimated read time 3 min read
Posted on August 25, 2024August 25, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

Before the first pitch on Sunday in the series finale at Kauffman, MLB.com Royals beat writer Anne Rogers announced that…

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The Royals Bullpen Needs a Boost…Can Carlos Hernandez Be the Answer?
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The Royals Bullpen Needs a Boost…Can Carlos Hernandez Be the Answer?

Estimated read time 7 min read
Posted on August 17, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

The Royals bullpen has been an ongoing issue throughout the 2024 season. As a result, the group has often drawn…

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Royals Hitters Are Emphasizing Contact (And It’s Paying Off)
Posted in Analysis The Royal Reporter

Royals Hitters Are Emphasizing Contact (And It’s Paying Off)

Estimated read time 8 min read
Posted on August 3, 2024August 3, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

The Royals have won five straight on their current road trip, which included a sweep of the lowly Chicago White…

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Three Bold Strategies the Royals Should Employ After the Trade Deadline
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Three Bold Strategies the Royals Should Employ After the Trade Deadline

Estimated read time 9 min read
Posted on July 28, 2024July 28, 2024
by Kevin O'Brien

The Royals went 5-4 on their most recent homestand, which has helped keep them in the hunt for the AL…

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YouTube Video VVVlVV9ibjZIVUdTaGZQeTZKa3R1YVZ3LlFJdmgtY2ZFcThZ The Fountain Cast returns on the heels of a nice seven-game winning streak for the Royals! Preston and Matt discuss the team's dominant pitching staff so far in 2025. They also give their one move to hopefully kick-start the offense. Of course, also a look at some minor league standouts while keeping tabs on Noah Cameron's phenomenal big league debut.
The Fountain Cast returns on the heels of a nice seven-game winning streak for the Royals! Preston and Matt discuss the team's dominant pitching staff so far in 2025. They also give their one move to hopefully kick-start the offense. Of course, also a look at some minor league standouts while keeping tabs on Noah Cameron's phenomenal big league debut.
The Fountain Cast: Cold bats, great arms, and MiLB standouts
Matt and Preston are back to discuss the early season Royals results. They cover the team's first series win of the season, as well as strong performers and some disappointing players to open the 2025 season. Plus, maybe a Kansas City outfielder you shouldn't be as worried about. Finally, they look at some minor league hot starts from some key Royals prospects in opening weekend.
Fountain Cast: Minor League hot starts, recapping MLB week one
The Fountain Cast is back, covering the latest Royals news and notes. The team's Opening Day roster has come into focus. Plus, Royals' prospect AJ Causey joins the show! Learn more about the 2024 fifth-round pick as he gets set for his first full professional season. To wrap things up, Matt and Preston look closer at each level of the minors and which prospects should headline each affiliate roster.
The Fountain Cast: Opening Day rosters set, AJ Causey joins the show
In this episode, we're extremely honored to be joined by Royals outfield prospect Carson Roccaforte. We discuss his 2024 season and takeaways while diving into what 2025 might hold.

Afterward, we also look at some injury updates on a growing list for Kansas City. Plus, the Royals' outfield rumors continue, with no official moves yet. And, of course, we touch on yet another massive home run from Jac Caglianone.
The Fountain Cast welcomes Carson Roccaforte!
The guys welcome special guest Jack Johnson of Locked on Royals and Sports Radio 810, WHB. Jack gives detailed insights into his time at Spring Training. Hear about the impact Jac Caglianone has had in spring, as well as what difference Matt Quatraro has had on this young Royals roster.

Afterward, Matt and Preston look a little more closely at some depth options who have shined thus far in spring training for the Royals.

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Fountain Cast Ep. 5 - Jack Johnson joins the show!
The Fountain Cast is back! This time, Matt and Preston review their 2025 Royals predictions. They also dive into the news and notes, plus get a welcome interruption from Jac Caglianone.

Subscribe to stay up to date with all the latest Fountain Cast content! The guys are back with once-a-week episodes for the 2025 season and you won't want to miss a single show.
The Fountain Cast - 2025 Predictions
The guys run through the ENTIRE 2025 Top 30 Royals prospects, courtesy of Farm to Fountains. Hear about all 30 of the most notable prospects in the Royals farm system, as well as news on some recent minor league free agent signings by Kansas City that could factor in for next season. Featuring special guest from the Drop the Ball Podcast, Matthew Robison!


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