 
                                    
The Kansas City Royals advanced to the American League Championship Series for the second consecutive season. That’s after they beat the Houston Astros 7-2 in the decisive game in the divisional series. Royals pitcher Johnny Cueto dominated proceedings – allowing two singles early on, he retired the final 19 batters he faced. The Royals will now face the Toronto Blue Jays, who beat the Texas Rangers 6-3 in their decider.
 
                                 
                                        
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