Sam Mellinger

When I pull the ribs off the smoker...

From one 🐐 to another.

You've got company, George! Salvador Perez has tied George Brett for the Royals all-time home runs record!

@tsnmike @sportingnews Incredible career, an example to a lot of us coming up, congrats!!!

Didn’t mean this to be a multi-day thing. And then my bosses made that beautiful announcement. So this is here to explain how I came to be a sportswriter, why I was so lucky to be at @sportingnews and why it feels right to step back. And to thank you! ❤️ sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-basket…

Crushed. 💥

@DScottFritchen All my love DScott, you're the man!

DScott life flighted to KC and conquered aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease on Friday. I’m told 50% with the condition die because they ignore the pain. One of three people who do the surgery survive. I’m 1 lucky dude. Thanks you all for everything.

Great time taking @Royals 2026 first round draft pick, Zion Rose, and his family on a tour of the @NLBMuseumKC today. The Royals selected Zion with the number 6 pick in last Saturday’s @MLB draft. He’s an impressive young man with a bright future! @MLBNetworkRadio @sn_mlb

@FlannyMLB Do it!!!

This morning I rang the bell! Six weeks of radiation is done. Woo-hoo! I had the nurses play this as my music for final treatment. youtube.com/watch?v=1eRBRL…

You’re always welcome in Kansas City. We love being part of such a special community. 💙

We're proudly tipping our cap to Jorge Guevara! Jorge, a Venezuelan native who now lives in Sedalia, MO, was the winner of our special Venezuela Earthquake Relief 50/50 raffle on June 30th. Upon winning the raffle, Jorge joined us in donating his winnings to the earthquake relief efforts for his home country. We proudly salute Jorge's heart and generosity and were thrilled to welcome him to throw today's first pitch. 💙

A special day at the ballpark! 🇺🇸 Air Force Academy Cadet 1st Class Connor Bartz was kind enough to wear a mic and speak with Joel and Monty after his pregame jump into Kauffman Stadium!

Beyond proud of our 2026 American League All-Stars! Congratulations, Bobby and Michael!

YOUR American League starting shortstop, Bobby Witt Jr.!

We are hosting a special 50/50 raffle tonight, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross’ Venezuelan relief efforts following last week’s devastating earthquakes. We invite all fans, at The K or watching from home, to participate if they are able. Play now: mlb.com/royals/communi…

@nfldraftscout Love to you and your family my friend!

Last week, I was involved in a serious car accident in Missouri and was airlifted to Mercy Hospital. I’m deeply grateful for the exceptional care I have received, from the first responders to the doctors, nurses and medical staff. I’m incredibly fortunate to be writing this.  As a result of the accident, I sustained significant injuries, including multiple fractures and broken ribs. I also underwent a life-saving amputation of my left arm. While I have a long road ahead, I’m focused on my recovery and taking things one day at a time. Thank you for the overwhelming support, prayers and kind messages — they have meant so much to me and my family during this time.   I look forward to continuing my recovery and getting back to ESPN to talk football, including what should be an exciting 2027 NFL Draft class.

@mickshaffer @IlliniOn247 Really wanted you to say “TV’s Mick Shaffer.”

@IlliniOn247 Hey guys, Mick Shaffer - NBC in Kansas City, looking to see if I could run a soundbite from your interview with Keaton at the Draft. It would only be on-air, not online. And we would fully courtesy you.

NBA Draft: The highest-drafted #Illini players in program history 247sports.com/college/illino…

The King of The K!

Dear Kansas City, thank you & farewell. None of us expected to love KC and its people as much as this, after only 48 hours here. The friendliness and hospitality, the food and drinks @ Joe's, The Peanut, McLain's, Tacos de Gallos, Varisty Bar & the iconic Johnnie's on Seventh. Your enthusiasm for showing off your city has left a huge mark on us! Go Chiefs. Go Royals. We hope to return one day. Time for Dallas. Time for England *finally* getting started at the World Cup. And time to compare Texas BBQ to Kansas City BBQ...

@FlannyMLB Love and support, you have a lot of people in your corner! Only bad thing I can say about you is it SUCKED to fill in for you with Top O The Morning because it just showed how much better you were 😂

Hey friends, have some personal news. First, the good news: As of today, 18 months sober. The bad news: In February I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. There is a small spread but I am responding well to hormonal therapy. And began my 6 weeks of radiation Monday. Fuck Cancer.

852' of homers in 2 innings. 💪 Vote Jac: royals.com/allstar