The Home Stand: A Kansas City Royals ...

This is The Home Stand, an official Royals podcast. With a brand-new episode dropping at the beginning of each Royals homestand, our host, Carrie Lippert-Gillaspie will invite Royals players and special guests to dive into personal stories, baseball, and all things Kansas City. Tune into these unique discussions, join the conversations by using the hashtag #TheHomeStandPodcast on social media, and don’t forget to Bring Out the Blue! 

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Baseball
1
Jeremy Guthrie
Carrie chats with former Royals pitcher and current Royals broadcaster Jeremy Guthrie.
43 min
2
Monty
Jeff Montgomery joins the show! From the Reds to the Royals to the broadcast booth, take a journey through his Hall of Fame career.
37 min
3
Jake Eisenberg
The newest addition to the Royals broadcast booth talks about his love of baseball, broadcast and ice cream from souvenir helmets.
37 min
4
MJ Melendez
In this episode, Mervyl “MJ” Melendez joins the show! Tune in as he takes Carrie through growing up as a coach’s son, switching positions, WBC experience, and so much more! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, review, and Bring Out the Blue. We’ll see you next time!
34 min
5
Amir Garrett
Meet Royals pitcher Amir Garrett and hear about his love for baseball, his love for basketball and his journey to the majors.
40 min
6
Lorenzo Cain
In this special episode, Carrie sits down with Royals legend Lorenzo Cain to chat about his time with the team and what he’s been up to since hanging up the cleats. Listen to your favorite centerfielder talk about his humble beginnings, World Series memories, retirement hobbies, and so much more! As always, thanks for tuning in. Like, subscribe, and go watch some LoCain clips!
36 min
7
Paul Hoover
Get to know one of the new faces of the coaching staff, Bench Coach Paul Hoover.
29 min
8
Gene Watson
Join Carrie as we dive deep into the baseball mind of Gene Watson, the Royals Vice President of Major League Scouting and Assistant General Manager. Follow his journey from grounds crew worker to World Series champion, hear about the ins and outs of being a baseball scout, and learn what it takes to work in the front office. As always, share and subscribe, and thanks for tuning in!
47 min
9
Mike Sweeney
Royals Hall of Famer Mike Sweeney shares everything from his incredible birth to stealing home on Yankee pitcher Andy Pettitte.
32 min
10
J.J. Picollo
Hear from J.J. Picollo as he chats with Carrie about his playing days, scouting experience, and life outside of baseball.
39 min
11
Matt Quatraro
Meet Matt "Q" Quatraro, the Kansas City Royals brand new manager. Listen in as Carrie and Matt discuss his upbringing in New York, the unique 2020 World Series with the Rays, college basketball, and more. Get to know the skipper in this special off-season episode.
34 min
12
Jonathan Heasley
Step onto the mound with Carrie as she chats with Royals pitcher Jonathan Heasley. Learn about growing up in Texas, his perspective on being a Major League starter, and even his favorite guilty pleasure TV shows.
35 min
13
Vinnie Pasquantino
Hang out with Carrie and Vinnie as they discuss his journey to the big leagues, life outside of baseball, famous food tweets, and more. Kick back and get to know the fun-loving rookie.
40 min
14
Nicky Lopez
Carrie sits down to chat with Royals infielder Nicky Lopez.
37 min
15
Ryan Lefebvre
Carrie talks with longtime Royals Announcer Ryan Lefebvre. Ryan takes us through his younger years, becoming a sports broadcaster, and what it means to entertain people using his voice.
47 min
16
3/18/21: Royals Hot Stove
Royals Insider Josh Vernier is back with the latest edition of Royals Hot Stove as we discuss the Top 5 Storylines heading into the 2021 season and more!
24 min
17
3/11/21: Royals Hot Stove
Josh Vernier is back with the latest edition of the Royals Hot Stove Show! Young Royals Nick Heath and Kyle Isbel stop by the show.
45 min
18
3/4/21: Royals Hot Stove
Josh Vernier is back with the latest edition of the Royals Hot Stove Show! Catch all the latest buzz surrounding camp in the Cactus League. Also, hear from pitchers Brady Singer and Scott Barlow as they prepare for the 2021 season.
45 min
19
2/25/21: Royals Hot Stove
Josh Vernier is back for another episode of Royals Hot Stove as Spring Training kicks into full gear! Hear from Royals top prospect Daniel Lynch and second baseman Nicky Lopez! We also break down all the buzz from camp.
45 min
20
2/18/21: Royals Hot Stove
Josh Vernier is back for another episode of Royals Hot Stove, and he's joined by 2018 Draft Pick Jackson Kowar. Royals' second basement Whit Merrifield joins the show as Spring Training gets underway in Arizona.
46 min
21
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.
13 min
22
1/24/19: Royals Extras | Right-field battle, ro...
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.
11 min
23
1/10/19: Royals Extras | Duffy looking to bounc...
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.
11 min
24
1/3/19: MLB.com Extras | Kansas City Royals
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.
11 min
25
12/11/18: 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.
26 min