In the eighth inning of Saturday’s 3-1 loss to the New York Mets, the Royals drew the short end of an official replay review. It was the second time in consecutive days that a baserunner was called out.

BOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets bring a 1-0 lead into the next game of the series against the Kansas City Royals. Kansas City has a 23-25 record in home games and a 46-49 record overall. The Royals have a 14-1 record in games when they hit two or more home runs.

Preview the July 12 matchup between the New York Mets and Kansas City Royals with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

The KC bullpen held its own. The Mets (55-41) scored three runs - including a Juan Soto two-run homer - and registered six hits. If there was any day to generate offense, the Royals needed it Saturday at Kauffman Stadium.

Mark Vientos hit a three-run double in the eighth before Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto his back-to-back home runs in the ninth as the Mets defeated the Royals.

Kansas City Royals All-Star Bobby Witt Jr. felt the love from fans, who are putting together a special competition to end the first half.

The Royals (46-49) failed to respond as they snapped their four-game winning streak. It was a tough night for the KC pitching staff. The club surrendered eight walks against the Mets and each one proved costly.

Due to inclement weather in the Kansas City area, the first game of the Mets' series against the Royals is delayed.