The episode opens with some light moments as Keith Guttin works through the tech side of things, before shifting into a broader look at the early-season rhythm of the Kansas City Royals. It highlights what’s trending up, what still needs to settle, and how consistency is already becoming a storyline. There’s also a look at the women’s Final Four, where the conversation centers on competitiveness and what the current landscape says about the sport.

The focus then turns to Guttin’s perspective on building a program at Missouri State Bears, from sustaining culture to navigating rivalries that carry meaning beyond the field. It highlights the balance between development, expectations, and long-term success in college baseball.

The most impactful moment comes as Guttin reflects on the legacy of Marty Prather. It highlights how one person’s energy, generosity, and commitment to all sports, not just the spotlight ones, can shape a community. There’s also a broader conversation around what it means to leave a lasting impact, both inside and outside the game.

The episode opens with some light moments as&nbsp;Keith Guttin works through the tech side of things, before shifting into a broader look at the early-season rhythm of the Kansas City Royals. It highlights what&rsquo;s trending up, what still needs to settle, and how consistency is already becoming a storyline. There&rsquo;s also a look at the women&rsquo;s Final Four, where the conversation centers on competitiveness and what the current landscape says about the sport.
The focus then turns to Guttin&rsquo;s perspective on building a program at Missouri State Bears, from sustaining culture to navigating rivalries that carry meaning beyond the field. It highlights the balance between development, expectations, and long-term success in college baseball.
The most impactful moment comes as Guttin reflects on the legacy of Marty Prather. It highlights how one person&rsquo;s energy, generosity, and commitment to all sports, not just the spotlight ones, can shape a community. There&rsquo;s also a broader conversation around what it means to leave a lasting impact, both inside and outside the game.

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Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.