Why Kansas City Royals still have no answer on their next stadium

This episode of SportsBeat KC dives into the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Kansas City Royals' future stadium plans, with host Blair Kirkhoff and columnists Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian discussing a pregame press conference by Royals owner John Sherman. Sherman reiterated that the team remains in a 'to be determined' phase, emphasizing the need for site control and public financing before any announcement. Despite hints that the team is 'zeroing in' on one downtown location—likely Washington Square Park—no definitive site has been confirmed. The discussion highlights the disconnect between fan sentiment, as revealed in a recent survey showing most fans want to stay at Kauffman Stadium, and the team’s strategic push toward downtown development. The episode also covers the Royals' strong start to the season, with standout performances from their starting rotation and bullpen, and a 3-1 victory over the Twins. In a separate segment, Gilbert Martina, president of Curaçao’s Football Federation, shares the emotional journey of his nation’s historic World Cup qualification—the smallest country by population and land area to ever make the tournament. He discusses the challenges of building a national soccer program, the role of Dutch-born players due to FIFA eligibility rules, and the transformative power of mindset and leadership, as detailed in his book 'Healthy Minds, Healthy Nation.' Curaçao’s World Cup debut in Kansas City on June 20th against Ecuador is set to be a cultural and sporting highlight.