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The Royals Fan Paradox: Why We Keep Believing

A deadpan take on the peculiar logic of being a Royals fan—where hope springs eternal despite all evidence to the contrary.

The Royals Fan Paradox: Why We Keep Believing

You ever notice how Royals fans will lose 8 games in a row, then one guy hits a solo homer in the 7th inning of game 9, and suddenly we're all convinced this is the run?

It's not optimism. It's a medical condition.

Who else catches themselves doing this—pinning your entire emotional future on a single good inning like it's a lottery ticket that actually pays out?

Drop a comment: What's your team's version of this delusion? 👑

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