Kansas City Royals vs. Tampa Bay Rays

Kansas City Royals vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Kauffman Stadium

A full count can make the next pitch feel like a question you need answered. When the Royals face Tampa Bay at Kauffman Stadium on April 16, your own attachment to Kansas City gives the developing contest that kind of personal interest. Back the home side against an American League visitor, with a new regular-season result for each club's supporters to anticipate.

Friday is a good reason to make an outing of the game. Tampa Bay comes from the American League East; Kansas City plays in the Central. Put your Royals allegiance behind the home side and enjoy having baseball as the main plan, with the next morning free of the usual weekday routine if your schedule allows. Rays followers can choose the same visit for their own club. You may want different winners, but both have a team to follow and an April game to anticipate. Once you're at Kauffman, give the at-bats the time they deserve.

Give the contest your attention beyond the score: the decision to attempt another base, the placement of a fielder, the response to a difficult at-bat. Every pitch reshapes the inning, and every inning reshapes your investment in the outcome. Secure your tickets and stake your seat for Royals baseball when Tampa Bay comes to town.