FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2015, file photo, Kansas City Royals' Alex Gordon hits a home run during the ninth inning of Game 1 against the New York Mets, in the baseball World Series in Kansas City, Mo. The All-Star outfielder tested out free agency for the first time in his career, but chose to sign a $72 million, four-year deal to remain where he felt most at home. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File) / Dodge City Daily Globe
By ASSOCIATED PRESS KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Two years ago, hardly anyone expected the Kansas City Royals to reach the World Series. Last year, very few expected them to…
