For Pete's Sake

Lorenzo Cain falls victim to Tal’s Hill at Minute Maid Park


Kansas City Royals outfielder Lorenzo Cain.
Kansas City Royals outfielder Lorenzo Cain. JSLEEZER@KCSTAR.COM

Lorenzo Cain was not the first player to fall victim to Tal’s Hill in Houston. But he may be one of the last.

The hill in center field at Minute Maid Park caused Cain to stumble and miss a potential catch on a ball hit by the Astros’ Evan Gattis during Houston’s 4-0 win over the Royals on Tuesday night.

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This story was originally published July 1, 2015 at 8:26 AM.

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