List of KC All-Stars pared to five

? What was once a list of eight Royals destined to start for the American League in next month’s All-Star game has been cut to five.

Third baseman Mike Moustakas, first baseman Eric Hosmer and designated hitter Kendrys Morales have each fallen to second in the online vote by MLB fans.

Outfielders Lorenzo Cain and Alex Gordon have the second- and third-highest totals, which would make them starters. Catcher Salvador Perez, shortstop Alcides Escobar and second baseman Omar Infante continue to lead at their positions. Voting ends at 10:59 p.m. on Thursday.