The Royals have won two games in a row, which means they’re now 3-4 on the homestand. Naturally, they’ve picked up a game on the Wild Card standings. A win tonight – plus a loss each by the Mariners and Rangers – would have the Royals tied for a playoff spot for the first time since May 25. Regardless of their playoff standings at the end of the night, they’d best be banking wins against the Twins because next week they go on the road against a Hot (in) Cleveland club for four before heading to Philadelphia for three. A win tonight would also mark the first time they have won three games in a row since August 19th, when they were in the middle of their excellent 8-2 homestand.

If they’re going to win tonight, their work will be cut out for them. Nemesis Joe Ryan will take the mound for th

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