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The Royals scored two runs in the ninth to tie the game, then captured a walkoff win with a run in the 10th in a 4-3 victory over Boston at Royals Stadium.
Boston starter Bruce Hurst had baffled the Royals for eight innings, allowing just one run on two hits and two walks while striking out six.