Royals Recap

Royals Recap

October 02, 2025 • Sports

Hosted by Big Dill

About This Episode

Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: Kansas City Royals daily updates. If they played a game yesterday give me the highlights.

Transcript

Hey everyone, welcome to Big Dill Sports! I’m your host, Dillon, and today we’re diving into the latest updates on the Kansas City Royals. They wrapped up their 2025 season recently, and though they're not in the playoffs, there's still plenty to talk about. Let’s jump right in!

First off, the Royals didn’t play on October 1st. They ended their 162-game run with a bang, taking down the Oakland Athletics, 9-2, on September 28th. Unfortunately, that win didn’t propel them into the postseason, but it was a satisfying end to their regular season.

That final game was electric! Mike Yastrzemski hit two solo homers, bringing his season total to a personal best of 17. Yastrzemski joined the Royals midseason and made a real impact, especially with his late-season power. Cole Ragans started strong, striking out eight in just over four innings, setting the stage for a dominant pitching performance.

Michael Massey had four hits, driving in runs left and right, while Carter Jensen stole the spotlight with a massive 482-foot homer! That's the longest in the Statcast era for a Royal. And then there was Daniel Lynch IV, who wrapped things up with perfect innings from the bullpen. It was those kinds of performances that showcased the emerging talent on this roster.

Now, let’s talk stats. Bobby Witt Jr. led MLB with 184 hits for the second straight year, showing he's a force to be reckoned with. Ragans, with his standout pitching, reached 126 strikeouts, underscoring the potential in the rotation. The bullpen's on fire too, finishing with a solid ERA after the All-Star break.

As we look back on the 2025 season, the Royals closed it out at 82–80, third in the AL Central. Not quite playoff material, but they showed signs of life, especially in May and August. Their offense was below the league average, but there’s room for growth with players like Massey and Jensen stepping up.

Now, what’s next for the Royals? General Manager J.J. Picollo and Manager Matt Quatraro addressed the media, sharing some insights and plans. The coaching staff is staying mostly intact. Alec Zumwalt continues as hitting coach as they aim to build on relationships rather than start fresh.

In terms of player moves, both Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez, who had impressive seasons, are expected back. However, outfielder Dairon Blanco might not return due to declining performance.

The Royals are looking at a 140 million dollar payroll, aiming to snag a leadoff on-base specialist and some power bats. They’re focusing on internal options, promoting infielders to outfield roles, and refining their situational hitting.

As for free agency, they’ve extended offers to some key players like Adam Frazier and Mike Yastrzemski, keeping their options open for the future.

Our 'Big Dill' player for this episode is Bobby Witt Jr. If leading the league in hits for two consecutive years isn’t a big deal, I don’t know what is! His consistent performance has kept the Royals competitive and exciting to watch.

That’s a wrap on today’s episode! The Royals may not be in the playoffs, but there’s a lot to look forward to next season. Don't forget to join me next time as we continue to cover all things sports. Thanks for tuning in to Big Dill Sports. Stay sharp, folks, and see you soon!

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