Astros host Royals tonight aiming to maintain AL West lead

The Houston Astros face the Kansas City Royals tonight at Daikin Park, with first pitch scheduled for 6:15 p.m. CDT. Houston, currently sitting at 75-75, is looking to solidify its position at the top of the AL West, holding a slim one-game lead over the Texas Rangers. The Astros previously suffered a sweep against the Tampa Bay Rays and seek to rebound against a Royals team that has been eliminated from playoff contention with a record of 66-84. While tonight's game is critical for Houston's playoff push, Kansas City aims to play spoiler down the stretch. Fans in Houston can watch the game on Sling TV, with various streaming options available for national viewers depending on local broadcast rights.

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