The Home Stand: A Kansas City Royals Podcast

The Royals' roster has gone through a little bit of a face lift this offseason. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down how the team has changed its philosophy from a speed-based team to one that should hit for more power in 2017. They also discuss all the new faces that we could see in the bullpen next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Last week, the Royals and their fans said goodbye to their young star pitcher, Yordano Ventura. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan look back at the very emotional memorial service held for Ventura and discuss the recent signing of Brandon Moss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The baseball world mourns as Yordano Ventura was killed in a car accident in the Dominican Republic on Sunday. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss how Ventura's teammates are coping with the loss and reminisce about their favorite memories and moments of Ventura's career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Duffy has signed a new five-year extension to remain a Kansas City Royal. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down why this deal is a positive for both sides and how Duffy almost walked away from the game back in 2010. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals were a busy team last week as they traded for pitcher Nathan Karns and outfielder Peter O'Brien. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down the Karns-for-Dyson trade and where O'Brien fits in a crowded outfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Royals be a contender in the AL Central? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss if a slugger like Pedro Alvarez could be a fit in Kansas City and what plans they have for an overcrowded outfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to look back at the Royals 2016 season. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and team reporter Jeffrey Flanagan reflect on a seven-run rally in the 9th inning against the White Sox for the biggest comeback in Royals' history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Royals make one more playoff run in 2017? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss if the team will make another trade for a hitter and what role Matt Strahm can play into next season's plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals pulled off a trade for Jorge Soler by sending Wade Davis to the Cubs during the Winter Meetings. MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss what Soler brings to this team and who will replace Wade Davis in the closer's role in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals have a lot of decisions to make this offseason. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince chats with Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan on what the team should add in the bullpen and possibly a full time designated hitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After missing the playoffs last season Kansas City is looking to add some pieces to their club. Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan explains what moves they can make without adding significantly to their payroll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kansas City is expecting to increase its payroll this offseason. Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discusses the Drew Butera signing and other roster moves completed this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals have some big decisions to make this offseason. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss how they'll shed payroll and why it's crucial for Alex Gordon, Joakim Soria and Chris Young to have bounce-back seasons in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals sent Ryan O'Hearn and Josh Staumont to the Fall League and both are grateful for that opportunity. MLBPipeline.com caught up with the two highly ranked prospects to find out how they're taking advantage of this extra playing time and how it can help their future next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The future is bright in Kansas City as they look towards a successful 2017. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan reflect on the season, spotlight key contributors, and how their roster could shake out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals have a lot to look forward to in 2017 as they wrap up the 2016 season. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss the last week of the regular season, where Edinson Volquez and Kendrys Morales stand and who might start at second base next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals playoff hopes took a hit as they were recently swept by the A's. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss what it would take for the Royals to sneak into the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the Royals expecting from Ian Kennedy in 2017? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss how the starter's ERA+ is 21 percent better than league average and update on Lorenzo Cain's status as he deals with a frustrating injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan explain why the team "released" the Rally Mantis, how the backend of the rotation's missed Wade Davis, and what it will take for the Kansas City to earn a Wild Card spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Royals sneak into the postseason picture? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan look at the big picture ahead for Kansas City and discuss why their bullpen makes them such a dangerous threat to secure a Wild Card spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Rally Mantis Jr. save the Royals from their disappointing season? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan reflect on the Royals' eight-game win streak and talk about which players have contributed to this Royal resurgence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals have fallen behind in the AL Central standings but have found success in some unlikely places. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan spotlight Danny Duffy and Chris Young's success and timing and Alex Gordon's quest for his fourth straight Gold Glove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it time for Kansas City to start planning for their future? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan examine players like Mike Moustakas, Kendrys Morales and Edinson Volquez and where they could end up next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The quiet Royals saw the Trade Deadline come and go without making any major moves. MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan examine the mindset behind this decision, discuss how they'll address the thin rotation heading into next season and look at why it's time to lock up Danny Duffy as he begins to enter his prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Dayton Moore and the front office are preparing to make some big decisions. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss Edinson Volquez, Kendrys Morales and Luke Hochevar's futures and if they were willing to spend the money, why they'd look at picking up a fifth starter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices