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The Kansas City Royals are firing on all cylinders since the All-Star break, outscoring opponents 13-7 in their first two games and looking like a completely different team. Lane Thomas, hitting homers back-to-back, credits the surge to a mental reset — a “fresh start” to leave the first half behind. The shift is contagious: pitchers are throwing strikes, innings are flying by, and hitters are swinging with newfound confidence. Manager Matt Quatraro points to solid defense, timely hits, and clutch double plays that keep momentum alive. The Royals are embracing an aggressive, in-your-face approach at the plate — especially when pitchers fall behind — and it’s paying off with multiple hitting streaks and Salvador Perez closing in on a franchise HR record. It’s early, but the players feel a real difference — and this could be the turning point for a strong second half.

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