The Minnesota Twins began the week at 9-9 for August, coming off their first winning month since May of 2015. Sweeping a two-game set on the road in Atlanta set up Minnesota for decent chance at a plus .500 August.
Only Kansas City stood in their way.A team that the Twins used to own – especially at Kauffman Stadium.
But three years ago, the Royals started turning the tide, and not just against the Twins. Two straight trips to the Fall Classic has emboldened these young players to step on the throats of teams lower than them in the standings.