Royals Secure Wild Card Berth With Win

The Kansas City Royals are inching closer to clinching a Wild Card berth following a 3-0 victory over the Washington Nationals, bringing their magic number down to three games. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Twins remain in playoff contention despite a recent losing streak, currently two games behind the Royals with four games left in the season. The Twins snapped their losing streak with an 8-3 win over the Miami Marlins, but they still need to win their remaining games and hope for Royals losses to secure a postseason spot. Additionally, Bobby Witt Jr. has set a new record for the Royals with 208 hits this season, contributing to the team's playoff push. The regular season concludes on September 29, with the Wild Card Series starting on October 1. The Twins face a crucial series against the Orioles, who may not have much to play for if they secure a top Wild Card position.