# kansas city royals (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover kansas city royals. Page: Feed: --- ## [2029 MLB Draft: Jason Jutronich, LHP, UC Santa Barbara](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/26/2029-mlb-draft-justin-jutronich-lhp-uc-santa-barbara/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2029-mlb-draft-justin-jutronich-lhp-uc-santa-barbara) _2026-08-26 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Jason Jutronich School: UC Santa Barbara Position(s): LHP Height: 6’4″ Weight: 190 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Left Summary:The delivery and feel for the baseball are what give the evaluation its foundation. A fluid, athletic left-handed operation that repeats well and fills up the strike zone with an ease that belies the modest current stuff … Continue reading 2029 MLB Draft: Jason Jutronich,… ## [MLBTR Podcast: Dana Brown Parting With Astros, The Mariners Promote Kade Anderson, And The Padres’ New Ownership](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2026/08/mlbtr-podcast-dana-brown-parting-with-astros-the-mariners-promote-kade-anderson-and-the-padres-new-ownership.html) _2026-08-26 · Darragh McDonald · MLB Trade Rumors Podcast – MLB Trade Rumors_ The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams of \[…\] ## [Baltimore Orioles: Joseph Dzierwa, LHP](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/26/baltimore-orioles-joseph-dzierwa-lhp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=baltimore-orioles-joseph-dzierwa-lhp) _2026-08-26 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Joseph Dzierwa Org: Baltimore Orioles Highest Level: Double A Position(s): LHP Height: 66’8″ Weight: 200 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Left Summary:A three-sport athlete who earned all-state recognition as a quarterback before channeling the competitive background into a decorated college pitching career — conference pitcher of the year honors, three years as the program’s ace, … Continue… ## [2027 MLB Draft: Quincy Pratt, C, Magnolia Heights (MS)](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/26/2027-mlb-draft-quincy-pratt-c-magnolia-heights-ms/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-quincy-pratt-c-magnolia-heights-ms) _2026-08-26 · Jordan Durrell · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Quincy Pratt, a 6'4" catcher from Magnolia Heights, showcases impressive athleticism and a polished right-handed swing, positioning him as a promising prospect for Major League teams. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Quincy Pratt, C, Magnolia Heights (MS) appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2028 MLB Draft: Koltyn “Flip” Watters, OF, Rochester Adams (MI)](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/25/2028-mlb-draft-koltyn-flip-watters-of-rochester-adams-mi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2028-mlb-draft-koltyn-flip-watters-of-rochester-adams-mi) _2026-08-25 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Koltyn “Flip” Watters School: Rochester Adams (MI) Position(s): OF Height: 6’2″ Weight: 200 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Left Summary:The younger brother of former Notre Dame and new LSU outfielder Bino Watters, “Flip” stands out in the 2028 class with the baseball foundation and instincts that come from a family built around the game. Widely … Continue reading 2028 MLB Draft: Koltyn “Flip”… ## [Washington Nationals: Coy James, INF](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/25/washington-nationals-coy-james-inf/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=washington-nationals-coy-james-inf) _2026-08-25 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Coy James Org: Washington Nationals Highest Level: Single A Position(s): INF Height: 6′ Weight: 185 lbs. Bats: Right Throws: Right Summary:A state Gatorade Player of the Year and national youth team veteran who signed well above where his draft position would typically dictate — the organization made an aggressive bet on offensive upside that … Continue reading Washington Nationals: Coy… ## [2027 MLB Draft: Dylan Volantis, LHP, Texas](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/25/2027-mlb-draft-dylan-volantis-lhp-texas-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-dylan-volantis-lhp-texas-2) _2026-08-25 · ericwdillinger · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Dylan Volantis School: Texas Position(s): LHP Height: 6’6″ Weight: 220 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Left Summary: In a sport where so many are looking to replicate the latest trend, Volantis brings a uniqueness few can match. The frame is what you’d draw up if you’re designing your ideal southpaw. At 6’6″, 220 lbs. the … Continue reading 2027 MLB Draft: Dylan Volantis, LHP, Texas → The post… ## [KC to spend extra $7m a year on paying off Royals bonds just to avoid public vote](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/25/24676/kc-to-spend-extra-7m-a-year-on-paying-off-royals-bonds-just-to-avoid-public-vote/) _2026-08-25 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The Beacon ran a long article late last week about the Kansas City Royals stadium proposal that includes a bunch of worthwhile analysis of the deal, including why using taxes from in and around the stadium isn’t really the project “paying for itself.” (“Some ballgame attendees might be going to a Crown Center restaurant instead of \[…\] ## [Royals mega-TIF could see Missouri taxpayers covering John Sherman’s entire $1.9B stadium tab](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/24/24667/royals-mega-tif-could-see-missouri-taxpayers-covering-john-shermans-entire-1-9b-stadium-tab/) _2026-08-24 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ Also on Friday, the Kansas City TIF Commission issued its Downtown Stadium TIF Plan, spelling out in a bit more detail — though still far from complete detail — what public money will be going to a new Royals stadium if and when it gets final approval following the city council’s yes vote on Thursday. Having \[…\] ## [Philadelphia Phillies: Gage Wood, RHP](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/24/philadelphia-phillies-gage-wood-rhp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=philadelphia-phillies-gage-wood-rhp) _2026-08-24 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Gage Wood Org: Philadelphia Phillies Highest Level: Double A Position(s): RHP Height: 6′ Weight: 205 lbs. Bats: Right Throws: Right Summary:The 19-strikeout no-hitter at the College World Series — the only base runner reaching on a hit batsman — stands as one of the most dominant individual pitching performances in recent college postseason history, … Continue reading Philadelphia… ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/APEwVZdqO9Zd) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [2027 MLB Draft: Connor Salerno, LHP, Sun Valley (NC)](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/24/2027-mlb-draft-connor-salerno-lhp-sun-valley-nc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-connor-salerno-lhp-sun-valley-nc) _2026-08-24 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Connor Salerno, a top 2027 left-handed pitcher from Sun Valley, showcases dominant performances, mid-90s fastball velocity, and a promising three-pitch mix with competitive edge. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Connor Salerno, LHP, Sun Valley (NC) appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Latest Rays stadium plan includes “waterfall” fund that could drive public cost past $2B](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/24/24649/latest-rays-stadium-plan-includes-waterfall-fund-that-could-drive-public-cost-past-2b/) _2026-08-24 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The revised Tampa Bay Rays stadium plan paperwork was released on Friday afternoon, in a classic Friday news dump. The idea behind these is to dominate the discourse just as everyone goes home for the weekend, so that by the time Monday rolls around — in this case, with a city council vote looming on Thursday \[…\] ## [New York Mets: Mitch Voit, INF](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/23/new-york-mets-mitch-voit-inf/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-york-mets-mitch-voit-inf) _2026-08-23 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Mitch Voit, an INF for the New York Mets, showcases a powerful skill set with speed and versatility, hinting at significant offensive potential and utility infield capabilities. The post New York Mets: Mitch Voit, INF appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: Matt Bolton, OF, Binghamton](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/23/2027-mlb-draft-matt-bolton-of-binghamton/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-matt-bolton-of-binghamton) _2026-08-23 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Matt Bolton, a Binghamton outfielder, combines exceptional contact, speed, and discipline, making him a valuable draft prospect despite limitations in raw power. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Matt Bolton, OF, Binghamton appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Miami Marlins: Aiva Arquette, SS/3B/2B](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/22/miami-marlins-aiva-arquette-ss-3b-2b/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=miami-marlins-aiva-arquette-ss-3b-2b) _2026-08-22 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Aiva Arquette, a top college baseball player, showcases impressive power and athleticism as a shortstop, with potential for All-Star status as he develops further. The post Miami Marlins: Aiva Arquette, SS/3B/2B appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: John Hucko, OF, Charlotte Catholic](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/22/2027-mlb-draft-john-hucko-of-charlotte-catholic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-john-hucko-of-charlotte-catholic) _2026-08-22 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ John Hucko, a 6'1" outfield prospect from Charlotte Catholic (NC), showcases exceptional speed, solid bat-to-ball skills, and potential for further athletic development. The post 2027 MLB Draft: John Hucko, OF, Charlotte Catholic appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Friday roundup: KC approves $1B+ in Royals stadium subsidies over calls for public vote, independent analysis](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/21/24644/friday-roundup-kc-approves-1b-in-royals-stadium-subsidies-over-calls-for-public-vote-independent-analysis/) _2026-08-21 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ First things first: The Kansas City council voted on a proposed city funding package for a new Royals stadium yesterday, and as expected, it sailed through, with councilmembers voting 11-2 to approve a series of agreements promising $600 million in cash plus at least $500 million in tax breaks toward a new $1.9 billion stadium at \[…\] ## [Atlanta Braves: Eric Hartman, OF](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/21/atlanta-braves-eric-hartman-of/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=atlanta-braves-eric-hartman-of) _2026-08-21 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Eric Hartman, an outfielder for the Atlanta Braves, has shown significant development, improving his power and speed, leading to a brighter prospect future in baseball. The post Atlanta Braves: Eric Hartman, OF appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: Hogan Denny, C/OF, Indiana](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/21/2027-mlb-draft-hogan-denny-c-of-indiana/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-hogan-denny-c-of-indiana) _2026-08-21 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Hogan Denny, a 6'0", 219 lbs. right-handed hitter from Indiana, showcases elite power and versatility, with potential challenges in load mechanics against advanced pitching. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Hogan Denny, C/OF, Indiana appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Minnesota Twins: Marek Houston, SS](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/20/minnesota-twins-marek-houston-ss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=minnesota-twins-marek-houston-ss) _2026-08-20 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Marek Houston, a 6'3" shortstop for the Minnesota Twins, showcases elite defensive skills and promising offensive potential, with a focus on power development needed to enhance his overall impact. The post Minnesota Twins: Marek Houston, SS appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EyV9SALq6yGM) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## [2027 MLB Draft: Kellen Rogers, SS, Wake Forest](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/20/2027-mlb-draft-kellen-rogers-ss-wake-forest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-kellen-rogers-ss-wake-forest) _2026-08-20 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Kellen Rogers, a 5'11" SS from Wake Forest, showcases impressive hitting skills and speed, with potential for power, while projecting as an above-average second baseman. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Kellen Rogers, SS, Wake Forest appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [MLBTR Podcast: The Athletics’ Unclear Future, The Reds Without Hunter Greene, The Yankees’ Infield, And More!](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2026/08/mlbtr-podcast-the-athletics-unclear-future-the-reds-without-hunter-greene-the-yankees-infield-and-more.html) _2026-08-20 · Darragh McDonald · MLB Trade Rumors Podcast – MLB Trade Rumors_ The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of \[…\] ## [2029 MLB Draft: McCoy Silicz, RHP, Ole Miss](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/19/2029-mlb-draft-mccoy-silicz-rhp-ole-miss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2029-mlb-draft-mccoy-silicz-rhp-ole-miss) _2026-08-19 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ McCoy Silicz, a RHP at Ole Miss, shows potential as a starter with a mid-90s fastball and effective split-change but needs slider development for higher success. The post 2029 MLB Draft: McCoy Silicz, RHP, Ole Miss appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Kansas City Royals: Josh Hammond, SS/3B](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/19/kansas-city-royals-josh-hammond-ss-3b/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kansas-city-royals-josh-hammond-ss-3b) _2026-08-19 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Josh Hammond, a 6'1", 210 lb infielder with considerable power and strong arm, transitioned from pitching to hitting, showing high potential in both offensive and defensive roles. The post Kansas City Royals: Josh Hammond, SS/3B appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: Tommy Goodin, 1B, Vanderbilt](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/19/2027-mlb-draft-tommy-goodin-1b-vanderbilt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-tommy-goodin-1b-vanderbilt) _2026-08-19 · Sam Posner · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Player: Tommy Goodin School: Vanderbilt Position(s): 1B Height: 6’1” Weight: 206 Bats: Left Throws: Right Summary: After a very solid first season with the Commodores, Tommy Goodin took it up a notch this summer in the CCBL. With an OPS of .881 and two Player of the Week awards to his name, Goodin firmly cemented himself … Continue reading 2027 MLB Draft: Tommy Goodin, 1B, Vanderbilt → The post… ## [KC committee approves city $1B+ Royals stadium subsidy after security arrests opposition speaker](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/19/24638/kc-committee-approves-city-1b-royals-stadium-subsidy-after-security-arrests-opposition-speaker/) _2026-08-19 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The $1.5 billion–plus Kansas City Royals stadium subsidy plan sailed through its first city council committee hearing yesterday, with the Finance, Governance and Public Safety Committee voting unanimously to approve $600 million in city funding plus hundreds of millions more in tax breaks. The vote sent Mayor Quinton Lucas into paroxysms of metaphor, declaring that \[…\] ## [2028 MLB Draft: Francis Conners-Schmid, OF, Salisbury](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/18/2028-mlb-draft-francis-conners-schmid-of-salisbury/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2028-mlb-draft-francis-conners-schmid-of-salisbury) _2026-08-18 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Francis Conners-Schmid, a 2028 left-handed outfielder, showcases impressive power and bat speed, with consistent performance and notable potential for further development in higher competition. The post 2028 MLB Draft: Francis Conners-Schmid, OF, Salisbury appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Detroit Tigers: Jordan Yost, SS](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/18/detroit-tigers-jordan-yost-ss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=detroit-tigers-jordan-yost-ss) _2026-08-18 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Jordan Yost, a 6'0", 170 lb shortstop with exceptional contact skills, shows strong potential as a Detroit Tigers prospect, emphasizing development and defensive versatility. The post Detroit Tigers: Jordan Yost, SS appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: Devlan Daniel, OF/RHP, Indian Hill](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/18/2027-mlb-draft-devlan-daniels-of-rhp-indian-hill/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-devlan-daniels-of-rhp-indian-hill) _2026-08-18 · Jordan Durrell · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Devlan Daniel, a versatile 6'0", 210 lbs. OF/RHP from Indian Hill, excels in athleticism, switch-hitting, and pitching, making him a high-upside prospect. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Devlan Daniel, OF/RHP, Indian Hill appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [KC council set to vote on city giving Royals owner $600m plus a crapton of tax breaks, getting almost nothing in return](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/18/24625/kc-council-set-to-vote-on-city-giving-royals-owner-600m-plus-a-crapton-of-tax-breaks-getting-almost-nothing-in-return/) _2026-08-18 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ A Kansas City council committee is set to vote today on approving city money toward a new Royals stadium, so naturally the actual legislation didn’t get released until yesterday, providing everyone involved approximately no time to read and understand it. While everyone scrambles to play catchup, here’s an attempt to at least figure out the main \[…\] ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ip8kcGkiQVDG) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [San Antonio council votes not to let city residents vote on $489m in Spurs arena funding](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/17/24622/san-antonio-council-votes-not-to-let-city-residents-vote-on-489m-in-spurs-arena-funding/) _2026-08-17 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The San Antonio city council has completed its hearing on Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ proposal to put a measure on the November ballot on whether to devote $489 million in city money to a new Spurs arena, and their verdict is nope: The San Antonio City Council batted down Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ attempt to \[…\] ## [Cleveland Guardians: Jaison Chourio, OF](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/17/cleveland-guardians-jaison-chourio-of/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cleveland-guardians-jaison-chourio-of) _2026-08-17 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Jaison Chourio, a 6' outfield prospect for the Cleveland Guardians, struggles from last season's injury but shows potential for improvement with strong on-base skills and physical development. The post Cleveland Guardians: Jaison Chourio, OF appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [2027 MLB Draft: Casan Evans, RHP, LSU](https://threequarterslot.com/2026/08/17/2027-mlb-draft-casan-evans-rhp-lsu-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-mlb-draft-casan-evans-rhp-lsu-2) _2026-08-17 · Shaun P Kernahan · THREE QUARTER SLOT_ Casan Evans, a 6'2" RHP from LSU, boasts a dominant three-pitch arsenal, including a deceptive slider and split-change, with mid-rotation potential if command improves. The post 2027 MLB Draft: Casan Evans, RHP, LSU appeared first on THREE QUARTER SLOT . ## [Obituary: Butch Huskey (1971-2026)](https://ripbaseball.com/2026/08/17/obituary-butch-huskey-1971-2026/) _2026-08-17 · Sam Gazdziak · RIP Baseball_ RIP to Butch Huskey, who reached the majors as a hard-hitting third baseman with the Mets and played for 7 seasons in the majors. He died on August 14 at the age of 54 in Lawton, OK, reportedly from a blood clot in his lungs. Huskey played for the New York Mets (1993, 1995-98), Seattle … Continue reading Obituary: Butch Huskey (1971-2026) ## [Friday roundup: Plano residents to vote on $700m Stars arena subsidy, Bears still playing hard to get with IL and IN](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/14/24616/friday-roundup-plano-residents-to-vote-on-700m-stars-arena-subsidy-bears-still-playing-hard-to-get-with-il-and-in/) _2026-08-14 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ In case you missed it, sports economist/meme master J.C. Bradbury has a new book on sports subsidy deals due out soon: This One Will Be Different details the latest in stadium and arena deals and why they never pay off for the public, with a particular focus on the Atlanta Braves extraction of money from Cobb \[ \] ## [Free Money \[subscribers-only\]](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/13/24612/free-money-subscribers-only/) _2026-08-13 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The standard stadium playbook was laid out by Joanna Cagan and myself back in Chapter 4 of Field of Schemes, “The Art of the Steal,” and hasn’t changed much since. The move threats, promises of illusory fiscal windfalls, warnings of obsolescence (whether physical or economic) and so on have To keep reading this Field of \[ \] ## [Portland okays spending $120m on Blazers arena renovation if Dundon agrees to pay rent and PILOTs](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/13/24606/portland-okays-spending-120m-on-blazers-arena-renovation-if-dundon-agrees-to-pay-rent-and-pilots/) _2026-08-13 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ After months of public debate, the Portland city council voted 8-4 yesterday to approve spending $120 million toward renovations to the Trail Blazers arena, plus $275 million for upgrades over the next 20 years. But the term sheet it approved included several major new conditions — most prominently, that the team start paying rent, starting \[ \] ## [MLBTR Podcast: Diving Deep Into MLBTR’s Payroll Tracker](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2026/08/mlbtr-podcast-diving-deep-into-mlbtrs-payroll-tracker.html) _2026-08-13 · Darragh McDonald · MLB Trade Rumors Podcast – MLB Trade Rumors_ The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Ethan Hullihen, the \[…\] ## [Councilmember says his Rays stadium tax plan would leave Tampa “not involved in the financing,” except for all the financing](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/12/24598/councilmember-says-his-rays-stadium-tax-plan-would-leave-tampa-not-involved-in-the-financing-except-for-all-the-financing/) _2026-08-12 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ Ever since Tampa councilmember Bill Carlson announced a few days ago that he d be willing to consider casting a swing vote for a Tampa Bay Rays stadium if the city s share came out of a different pot of property tax money, I ve been engaged in a weird, slow-motion discussion with Carlson on the former Twitter \[ \] ## [Portland may ask Blazers owner to pay rent in exchange for $395m in city arena funding](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/12/24594/portland-may-ask-blazers-owner-to-pay-rent-in-exchange-for-395m-in-city-arena-funding/) _2026-08-12 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ The Portland city council is set to vote on a term sheet today for the proposed $600 million Trail Blazers arena renovations deal, and it may not look like the one that was initially proposed. Late yesterday, four councilmembers issued a proposed amendment with revised terms that include team owner Tom Dundon paying $2 million \[ \] ## [KC mayor postpones Royals stadium funding vote after failing to tell council what they’d be voting on](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/12/24590/kc-mayor-postpones-royals-stadium-funding-vote-after-failing-to-tell-council-what-theyd-be-voting-on/) _2026-08-12 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ A Kansas City council committee was all set yesterday to consider allocating $20 million to a Royals stadium fund for something unspecified, when Mayor Quinton Lucas abruptly pulled it from the meeting agenda because democracy: “I believe that even in representative democracy, i.e. going through city council meetings, you have a fair opportunity not just \[ \] ## [New taxpayer-funded Bills stadium features record number of state-of-the-art obstructed-view seats](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/11/24581/new-taxpayer-funded-bills-stadium-features-record-number-of-state-of-the-art-obstructed-view-seats/) _2026-08-11 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ Buffalo Bills ownership held an open practice on Sunday to show off their new $2.1 billion stadium (public cost: $1 billion and change), and it did not go well: Other Bills fans pointed out that many of the new stadium s seats are not obstructed, but that didn t do much to quell the online furor, especially after \[ \] ## [Multnomah county chair hires Blazers negotiator who heads pro-arena lobbying group, sees no conflict of interest](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/11/24576/multnomah-county-chair-hires-blazers-negotiator-who-heads-pro-arena-lobbying-group-sees-no-conflict-of-interest/) _2026-08-11 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ Uproar continues to grow over Multnomah County hiring a negotiator in the Portland Trail Blazers arena renovation fight who has a curious resume: Chair Jessica Vega Pederson disclosed Thursday that she had tapped former Trail Blazers executive Chris Oxley to represent the county as it worked with Portland officials on a framework aimed at keeping \[ \] ## [Tampa swing vote says he’ll okay Rays stadium if city spends from different pot of tax money](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/10/24569/tampa-swing-vote-says-hell-okay-rays-stadium-if-city-spends-from-different-pot-of-tax-money/) _2026-08-10 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ I m on the road today, but did want to briefly note that Tampa councilmember Bill Carlson, the likely swing vote on any Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal, has come out with his plan for a new way of funding the team s $2 billion stadium district subsidy demand: Tampa City Councilman Bill Carlson has proposed a new \[ \] ## [RIP to the Ponce de Leon Magnolia](https://ripbaseball.com/2026/08/08/rip-to-the-ponce-de-leon-magnolia/) _2026-08-08 · Sam Gazdziak · RIP Baseball_ When I first joined the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), I also joined up with my local chapter. I was living in Atlanta at the time, and that local branch was (and still is) called the Magnolia Chapter. Most of the other branches across the country are named after a baseball great that lived … Continue reading RIP to the Ponce de Leon Magnolia ## [Friday roundup: County commission approves $100m in Blazers arena money, doesn’t actually have $100m](https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2026/08/07/24566/friday-roundup-county-commission-approves-100m-in-blazers-arena-money-doesnt-actually-have-100m/) _2026-08-07 · Neil deMause · Field of Schemes_ One of several remaining shoes dropped in the Portland Trail Blazers arena renovation saga yesterday, as Multnomah County commissioners voted 4-1 to approve team owner Tom Dundon s term sheet for $100 million in county funding for the project. Or maybe just half a shoe, as three of the five commissioners voted not to use $35 million \[ \] ## [MLBTR Podcast: Trade Deadline Recap](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2026/08/mlbtr-podcast-trade-deadline-recap-2.html) _2026-08-06 · Darragh McDonald · MLB Trade Rumors Podcast – MLB Trade Rumors_ The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams and \[…\] ## [Obituary: Gil Blanco (1945-2026)](https://ripbaseball.com/2026/08/04/obituary-gil-blanco-1945-2026/) _2026-08-04 · Sam Gazdziak · RIP Baseball_ RIP to Gil Blanco, a left-handed pitcher who made his big-league debut as a 19-year-old and appeared in 28 games in the majors. He died on July 9, though his online obituary only went online within the last week. The lifelong resident of Phoenix, AZ, was 80 years old. Blanco played for the New York … Continue reading Obituary: Gil Blanco (1945-2026) ## [MLBTR Podcast: Trade Deadline Preview](https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2026/07/mlbtr-podcast-trade-deadline-preview-2.html) _2026-07-30 · Darragh McDonald · MLB Trade Rumors Podcast – MLB Trade Rumors_ The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Steve Adams and \[…\] ## [Obituary: Scott Brown (1956-2026)](https://ripbaseball.com/2026/07/29/obituary-scott-brown-1956-2026/) _2026-07-29 · Sam Gazdziak · RIP Baseball_ RIP to Scott Brown, a right-handed pitcher who appeared for the Cincinnati Reds during the 1981 season. The native and resident of DeQuincy, LA, died on July 21, at the age of 69, Scott Edward Brown was born in DeQuincy on August 30, 1956. The high school that he attended, DeQuincy High, didn’t have a … Continue reading Obituary: Scott Brown (1956-2026)