The Kansas City Royals are struggling a bit. Although they are just 2 1/2 games back in the Wild Card race, it is fair to wonder if the Royals are a true contender. After winning 86 games last year and earning a Wild Card spot, they have come back down to earth. Third baseman Maikel Garcia has broken out this year, and Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report listed him as the Royals’ most improved player to date.