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Cueto two-hits Mets, Royals lead Series 2-0

Kansas City, Mo. — Following the final out, after Johnny Cueto completed his two-hitter, several hundred fans remained in Kauffman Stadium, wanting one more look at the Kansas City Royals.

The next time they see Eric Hosmer and his teammates might be in a parade.

After smothering the New York Mets 7-1 Wednesday night with Cueto and their pesky offense, the Royals have a 2-0 World Series lead and can capture their first title since 1985 when play resumes at New York’s Citi Field this weekend.

Hosmer thought about Kansas City’s seven-game loss to the Giants in 2014.