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The Houston Astros defeated the Kansas City Royals 10-8 on June 12 at Kauffman Stadium, with the visitors' power stroke proving decisive in a relatively low-scoring affair. Houston's lineup delivered four home runs and drove in nine runs across ten hits, posting an .730 OPS despite striking out just four times and drawing seven walks. The Astros' pitching staff fanned six Kansas City batters while allowing 13 hits and eight earned runs, posting a 4.90 ERA. Kansas City managed 13 hits and eight RBIs but was hampered by a .692 OPS and a lone defensive error that may have contributed to the margin of defeat; the Royals' pitchers issued seven walks and surrendered all four of Houston's home runs. The Astros' ability to convert power opportunities—four long balls in a single game—offset Kansas City's slightly higher hit total and suggests Houston's lineup depth will remain a factor in the division race going forward.