This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
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Episode Notes
Rundown:
- [Intro] Recapping the Chicago White Sox 2026 International Prospect signings with David Keller. Scouting reports on top signees Fernando Graterol and Sebastian Romero. Beat reporter James Fegan asks Keller how this year's class came together, how the new Dominican Republic facility played a role, and how they used advanced tech to help scout.
- [10:52] The Kansas City Royals are bringing in the fences at Kauffman Stadium. Guest Max Rieper of Royals Review joins the show to explain why these changes are happening, which Royals hitters could see a boost, and the future of Kauffman Stadium.
- [22:29] Jim Margalus joins Josh and James to share what we learned and liked from this year's International Signing class.
- [30:29] After learning how the Kauffman Stadium changes could impact the Royals, could they help the White Sox?
- [40:04] About five minutes prior to recording this episode, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported that Kyle Tucker is signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers.






