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Lester improves again and Cardinals' offense explodes late in 9-4 win over Royals

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jon Lester throws during the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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A single by Kansas City Royals' Hanser Alberto gets past St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Edmundo Sosa during the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

KANSAS CITY — Jon Lester’s first impression with the Cardinals raised some eyebrows.