MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) discuss Whit Merrifield’s new four-year contract and what he has meant to the club. Plus, they spotlight Kyle Zimmer, who hopes for a breakout 2019 season.

Kansas City Royals Podcast

1/31/19: Royals Extras | Merrifield's new contract

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) discuss Whit Merrifield's new four-year contract and what he has meant to the club. Plus, they spotlight Kyle Zimmer, who hopes for a breakout 2019 season.

With Spring Training under a month away, MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) spotlight the right-field battle and who might get the starting nod. Plus, they break down the starting rotation and the expectations for the staff.

1/24/19: Royals Extras | Right-field battle, rotation

The Royals are gearing up for Spring Training with 19 non-roster invitees. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) spotlight the Royals' deep talent and discuss the tough year Danny Duffy had on the mound and how he's looking to bounce back.

1/10/19: Royals Extras | Duffy looking to bounce back

Can the Royals steal 250 bases in 2019? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@Castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) break down the club's top focus this season. They also discuss the Royals' biggest needs ahead of Spring Training and where they rank in the AL Central.

1/3/19: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

Ned Yost speaks to the media at the Winter Meetings in Las Vegas and talks about the addition of Billy Hamilton and what he brings to the club. Plus, he shares his thoughts on the possibility of eliminating the shift from the game.

12/11/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) are in Las Vegas for the Winter Meetings. They discuss the deal with speedster Billy Hamilton and how that will impact the club. Plus, they preview the upcoming Rule 5 Draft and talk about the chances Kyle Zimmer will make it to the bigs.

12/10/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

Could Billy Hamilton or James McCann be a fit in Kansas City? MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@Castrovince) and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan (@FlannyMLB) discuss the club's agenda for the Winter Meetings. They also break down who was non-tendered at the deadline. Plus, Royals catching coach Pedro Grifol interviews for the Orioles' manager job.

12/4/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down the club's decisions before the non-tender deadline. They also discuss the Royals' need for a backup middle infielder, Mike Matheny's new role with the team and Nicky Lopez's chances of making the Opening Day roster.

11/27/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down Whit Merrifield's future with the club. They also discuss the Royals' rebuilding process and outfield prospect Nick Heath's special connection with his mother.

11/14/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss Alex Gordon and Salvador Perez's Gold Glove honors. They also break down why the team parted ways with Nate Karns and Brandon Maurer, Wily Peralta's new deal and Meibrys Viloria's walk-off in the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game.

11/6/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Darwin Zook and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down the decision by the team to bring back Wily Peralta and what other offseason moves that could be in the near future. Plus, they remember senior pitching advisor Bill Fischer, who passed away Tuesday night.

11/1/18: MLB Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down the club's future with Adalberto Mondesi and Whit Merrifield. They also discuss the AL Central's rebuilding process, Nick Pratto's growth in Class A and the young depth in the rotation.

10/25/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan break down Ned Yost's return for the 2019 season. They also discuss top prospects in the Instructional League, the latest with Danny Duffy and 40-man roster decisions.

10/17/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

Justin Grimm has been added to the Kansas City bullpen. MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Royals reporter Jeffrey Flanagan discuss where Grimm slots into the team's bullpen and if Jorge Soler is ready to be an everyday player.

3/20/18: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals

Royals beat reporters join national correspondents to take an inside look ahead at the story lines and developing news that impact the team's outlook.