The Zone

5-18-23 - Jason Anderson opens the show breaking down the Royals series win in San Diego and talks about where things are between the Chiefs and Chris JonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins The Zone to discuss the possibility of Kansas City courting the Arizona Coyotes and the return of the NCAA Football video game. Plus, Mick's lead on the Dean Palmer home run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royals Hall of Famer Jeff Montgomery of Bally Sports joins The Zone to discuss the up-and-down Royals and their latest pitching developments from the last week. Plus, Jason Anderson's Dean Palmer memory and the search that follows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kansas City Star Royals beatwriter Jaylon Thompson joins The Zone for the first time to discuss his first week covering the Royals and what he's seen so far. Plus, Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss Jackson Kowar, Daniel Lynch and the Royals' pitching staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Wednesday's edition of The Zone by discussing the Nuggets' Game 1 win over the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals and the San Antonio Spurs winning the NBA Draft Lottery and Victor Wembanyana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco close out Tuesday's edition of The Zone with a conversation about the Chiefs' highly paid undrafted free agent signings, offensive tackles leaving the market, and a look ahead to the NBA conference finals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Les Norman of Breakin' the Norm joins The Zone to discuss the Royals' ups and downs, the futures of Vinnie Pasquantino and Salvador Perez, and an odd sequence with Aaron Judge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Teicher of ESPN joins The Zone to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 schedule and the roster at this point in the offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Tuesday's edition of The Zone by discussing Brad Keller's control issues in last night's Royals loss to the Padres and why the Royals have issues in their leadoff spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins The Zone to run the gamut of sports topics from the weekend, after an explanation of his vacation day system and before Learned, Funniest, Best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Brown of Into The Fountains joins The Zone to discuss the Royals' pitching issues, ideal lineup, and Freddy Fermin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame of Sports Illustrated joins The Zone to discuss the NFL's schedule release and how it sets up the Chiefs for the 2023 NFL season. Then, Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss ways to enjoy various eras of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Monday's edition of The Zone with the NBA, starting with the conference finals matchups and Ja Morant's suspension. Plus, the end of The Process?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 closes out the week with The Zone, discussing the Chiefs' schedule, schedule-release videos, and The Cuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conner Rogers of PFF and NBC joins The Zone to discuss the NFL's schedules for the Chiefs and Jets before breaking down the Chiefs' draft class and a Day 3 selection he loved for KC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Derrick of Chiefs Digest joins The Zone to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 schedule and to roast a handful of challengers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Friday's edition of The Zone by discussing the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 schedule and how it sets the Chiefs up for the upcoming season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Zone plays another high-octane edition of Sports Or Leisure, presented by Johnny's Tavern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss Hunter Dickinson's transfer to Kansas and his comments about the process and NIL money and explain why it can all be good for college basketball. First, Royals Hall of Famer Jeff Montgomery joins the show to talk about the winning Royals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Lane of KC Sports Network joins The Zone to discuss his view of the Chiefs' evolving tackle position and KC's 2023 NFL Draft class. Plus, hearing from Justin Reid and Matt Quatraro. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson, Joshua Brisco and The Drake kick off Thursday's edition of The Zone by discussing the Kansas City Chiefs' season-opening matchup with the Detroit Lions and the rest of the schedule news we've seen so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins The Zone for a conversation that starts with hiccups and beavers and ends with Chiefs schedule discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss Andy Reid's appearance on New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce and take a trip down playoff memory lane before being joined by Josh Keiser of One Royal Way on KC Sports Network to discuss where he stands with the 2023 Royals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus and Over The Cap joins The Zone to discuss the potential future deals for Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones before sharing his optimism for the Chiefs' 2023 NFL Draft class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Wednesday's edition of The Zone, Jason Anderson, Joshua Brisco and The Drake discuss the updates of the day and look into some promising growth from young Royals, specifically on the defensive side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd Leabo returns after his trip to the Kentucky Derby to share stories and to play another round of Fact Or Fiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Les Norman of Breakin' The Norm joins The Zone to discuss the Royals' two-game winning streak, someone else's hole-in-one, and Kyle Farnsworth's bodybuilding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Teicher of ESPN joins The Zone to discuss what he saw at Chiefs rookie minicamp and to discuss the Chiefs' plans for veteran offensive tackle Donovan Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Tuesday's edition of The Zone by discussing a positive development for the Kansas City Royals, Josh asks a question about Hunter Dozier, and Jason has a theory about Brady Singer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins Joshua Brisco and The Drake for another very informative round of Learned, Funniest, Best. Plus, the crew hears Andy Reid's comments about Donovan Smith and the rookie class after the end of Chiefs rookie minicamp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Brown of Into The Fountains joins The Zone to discuss his view of the Kansas City Royals and what gives him hope and concern for the future. Plus, Lorenzo Cain's emotional return to Kauffman. Then, Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joshua Brisco discusses some Donovan Smith analysis via The Athletic Football Show and hears from Chiefs rookies in their comments from rookie minicamp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Monday's show by discussing Lorenzo Cain's retirement as a member of the Kansas City Royals and how his return was the highlight of an often-dark season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 closes out the week with The Zone as the gang unboxes a package and discusses Sporting KC's losses leading to fan discontent. Plus, The Cuts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus joins The Zone to discuss Rashee Rice's future in the NFL and the rest of the Chiefs' draft class. Then, Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco talk about receiver development and what the Chiefs need from Rice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Derrick of Chiefs Digest joins The Zone to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 draft class and the fit for new OT Donovan Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Friday's edition of The Zone by discussing an arguably perfect game from the Royals and the newest information we have about Donovan Smith's contract and how it will shape his role with the Chiefs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Zone plays another round of Sports Or Leisure, presented by Johnny's Tavern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NASCAR driver of the No. 77 Chevrolet Ty Dillon joins The Zone to talk about his experience in the driver's seat, competing with his brother growing up, and to look ahead to his return to Kansas Speedway. Then Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss Brett Veach's comments about draft value and how they moved to draft Rashee Rice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Stout of KC Sports Network joins The Zone to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 NFL Draft class and the team's signing of former Buccaneers LT Donovan Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Thursday's edition of The Zone by discussing Donovan Smith's signing with the Chiefs and how it impacts KC's plans across the o-line. But first, big news from the transfer portal as KU lands Hunter Dickinson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins The Zone to re-draft the top of the Chiefs' 2023 draft class and to learn some plausible but not definitive celebrity net worths.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cynthia Frelund of NFL Network joins The Zone to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs' draft class and what it means to find value in the NFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royals Hall of Famer Jeff Montgomery joins The Zone to discuss another Royals loss, and Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco discuss the team's poor showings at home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Wednesday's show by discussing the Royals finding a new way to disappoint and an exercise in NFL Draft value.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco react to the news of Clyde Edwards-Helaire's fifth-year option being officially declined and Jerick McKinnon's official return while discussing the state of the Chiefs' running back room before talking about "steals" and "reaches" in the NFL Draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Les Norman of Breakin' the Norm joins The Zone to discuss the struggling Royals and how he'd retool the lineup to provide some relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Teicher of ESPN joins The Zone to break down the Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 NFL Draft class and what the rookies can provide this year and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Anderson and Joshua Brisco kick off Tuesday's show by discussing the Chiefs' trade of Tyreek Hill and how both sides fared after most of the pieces have settled. But first, some Patrick Mahorse names.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Shaffer of KSHB 41 joins The Zone to discuss his view of the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City and to play another round of Learned, Funniest, Best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.