Watch Astros Vs. Royals ALDS Game 1 Online (Live Stream)

The Kansas City Royals followed up a surprise run to the 2014 World Series by finishing with the American League’s best record this season.

They will host the Houston Astros — who earned a playoff berth by beating the New York Yankees in the wild card game — in Game 1 of the American League Division Series on Thursday night.

This is the first postseason appearance for the Astros since 2005 and their first as a member of the AL.

Here’s how to watch Astros-Royals.

When: Thursday, Oct. 8, at 7:37 p.m. ET
Live Stream: FOX Sports GO

Thumbnail photo via John Rieger/USA TODAY Sports Images

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