The Royals are not panicking about their recent struggles:
Time to worry? A two-game lead for a playoff spot is a lot dicier than a four-game lead, which is what the Royals (82-71) would have had if they won Wednesday. But they’ve got nine games left, and getting back on track with some wins is the quickest way to avoid the ensuing chaos as the standings shake out.
“I don’t worry about it,” Salvador Perez said. “I think we’re going to be fine. I think we’re going to make it to the playoffs.