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Live soon: The KC Royals would be a hot team, if they could only finish games strong

The Royals would be on an outstanding stretch if they were better and closing out games. Twice in the past three, including Monday’s loss at Houston, the Royals were walked off with a ninth-inning home run.

So instead of riding a five-game winning streak, the Royals are 3-2 in those games.

Still, they’ve found ways to win the others. Good starting pitching has led the way, especially Zack Grienke’s most recent start. He pitches Tuesday in Houston.

On today’s SportsBeat KC livestream, host Vahe Gregorian is joined by fellow columnist Sam McDowell and beat writer Lynn Worthy to discuss the latest happenings. Join the conversation with your questions and comments.

The show will start at about 10 a.m.

Blair Kerkhoff
The Kansas City Star
Blair Kerkhoff has covered sports for The Kansas City Star since 1989. He was elected to the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2023.
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