Last season, the Kansas City Royals run through the postseason finished in agonizing fashion. Although the Royals were not expected to get nearly as far as they did, to finish 90 feet from tying Game Seven of the World Series at Kauffman Stadium, after their rampage through the American League portion of the bracket, was truly devastating to watch. Much like that cool water or the tempting fruit that forever elude Tantalus, so too did the final victory elude the Royals.
Tonight, the Royals have a chance to take care of their unfinished business from last year. This season, they are far more prepared and ready to line up against the best that baseball has to offer.