Pearsed through the heart, Royals fall again
The Royals started hot, but finished with a dud.
The Kansas City Royals faced the Houston Astros in a hard-fought game on September 16, 2026, at Minute Maid Park. The Royals started strongly, taking a 4-0 lead after the top of the third inning. However, the Pirates mounted an impressive comeback, scoring eight runs over the final six offensive innings. The final score was 8-5 in favor of the Houston Astros, marking another disappointing loss for the Royals.
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