Contracts, Royals Catchers, and the Kansas City Stadium Question

In this episode of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco break down a busy stretch of Royals-related news with long-term implications for the organization. The conversation opens with a detailed look at the MLB arbitration deadline, exploring how contract negotiations shape roster decisions, player relationships, and payroll flexibility for the Kansas City Royals. From there, the hosts dive into the evolving FanDuel Sports Network situation, discussing how recent contract terminations affect local broadcasts, revenue streams, and fan access across Major League Baseball—including the Royals. They also provide updates and context on the Royals’ stadium situation, weighing what’s known, what’s speculation, and why Kansas City remains central to the team’s future. The back half of the episode delivers an in-depth catcher rankings review, evaluating the present and future of the position within the Royals organization. With thoughtful analysis of Salvador Perez, emerging talent Carter Jensen, and the broader catching pipeline, Jacob and Jeremy examine how player development, health, and offensive skill sets factor into long-term planning. Blending front-office analysis with player evaluation and a touch of personality, this episode offers Royals fans a clear-eyed look at where the organization stands—and where it may be headed next. Email Jacob directly at: [email protected] Need your Royals fix? Head to royalsreview.com for news, analysis, and to engage with Royals fans around the world! Follow us online: BlueSky– Jeremy Greco: @hokius.fromthehawkseye.com– Jacob Milham: @jacobmilhkc.bsky.social Twitter / X– Podcast: @RoyalRundownPod Royals Rundown podcast, Kansas City Royals, MLB arbitration, player contracts, FanDuel Sports Network, Royals stadium situation, catcher rankings, Salvador Perez, Carter Jensen, player development, MLB media rights, baseball business, Royals prospects, roster construction, MLB news Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.