The Boston Red Sox survived a critical seven-game road trip against capable American League teams with a 4-3 record. They just didn't change much of their outlook as the Kansas City Royals just keep winning.
The Royals hold a 3 1/2 game lead over the Red Sox for the final AL wild-card spot after taking a series win over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. The victory in a rematch of the 2014 ALDS comes as just the latest positive development for the Royals.
Eventually, the Red Sox need a slip from the Royals to truly push their way back into a manageable position in the race with under 40 games remaining this season.
If the Red Sox and Royals find themselves in lockstep with a playoff spot on the line, Boston does have the advantage in a tiebreaker scenario after taking the season series 4-2.
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