Royals' Nine-Game Streak Ends, But the Bigger Picture Still Looks Good

Royals' Nine-Game Streak Ends, But the Bigger Picture Still Looks Good

August 27, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 677

About this episode

The episode discusses the end of the Royals' nine-game winning streak and various player updates while analyzing MLB's new CBA proposal.

In this edition of the Royals Rundown Podcast, hosts Jacob Milham and Jeremy Greco reflect on the end of Kansas City's nine-game winning streak, Bobby Witt Jr.'s continued MVP case, and a wave of roster and injury news including Michael Massey's concussion, Beck Way's rehab setback, and Nick Mears' thoracic outlet syndrome diagnosis. The episode also delivers an extensive breakdown of MLB's newly floated CBA proposal, covering a proposed salary cap, Rule 5 draft changes, and the growing possibility of a lockout when the current agreement expires in December 2026.

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