Baseball's biggest story: Will the Astros-Royals rivalry reignite in 2023?

The two teams have a long and storied history, dating back to the early days of the American League.

They have met in the World Series four times, with the Astros winning twice and the Royals winning twice.

In recent years, the rivalry has cooled somewhat, as the Astros have been a much more successful team than the Royals.

But with the Royals showing signs of improvement in 2022, there is a chance that the rivalry could be rekindled in 2023.

Both teams are expected to be competitive in the AL Central, and a series between the two teams could have a major impact on the division race.

Here are a few things to watch for in the Astros-Royals rivalry in 2023:

• The performance of the Royals' young players. The Royals have a number of talented young players, including Bobby Witt Jr., MJ Melendez, and Nick Pratto.
• The health of the Astros' starting rotation. The Astros have a deep and talented starting rotation, but they have been plagued by injuries in recent years.
• The Astros' offense. The Astros have one of the most potent offenses in baseball, but they struggled at times in 2022.
• The Royals' bullpen. The Royals have a solid bullpen, but they need to be more consistent in order to be a contender.

The Astros and Royals are two of the most storied teams in baseball. A rivalry between the two teams would be a major boon for the sport.

Here's hoping that we see a great rivalry between the Astros and Royals in 2023.