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The Texas Rangers took one on the chin in a midweek matinee Wednesday, falling to the Kansas City Royals, 2-1 at Kauffman Stadium.
Kyle Isbel provided the difference-maker in the fifth inning, smacking a solo home run.
Leody Tavares scored the long run for Texas (36-38), smacking a solo shot of his own.
The Rangers will have Thursday off before returning to the field tomorrow to visit the Mets.