Panthers cite Royals as inspiration, then things get awkward

The Royals have really been stepping up their social media game lately, but things got a bit awkward today following the Super Bowl. It all began when the Mets offered condolences on Twitter to their fellow runners-up, the Carolina Panthers:

Congrats @Broncos. @Panthers we've been there. #Mets ⚾️ pic.twitter.com/tnq1VUOjcX

— New York Mets (@Mets) February 8, 2016

The Carolina Panthers know their baseball history, because they cited the Kansas City Royals, who were runners-up in the 2014 World Series, but came back the next year to win the championship, as inspiration.

So have the @Royals. We'll be back. #KeepPounding https://t.co/9jlR9YGzk0

— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) February 8, 2016

The Royals decided to chime in, acknowledging the tip of the cap.

.@Panthers Redemption makes it that much sweeter. Good luck! pic.twitter.com/SoGHubnZic

— Kansas City Royals (@Royals) February 8, 2016

But uhhh, Royals, don't wish them too much good luck. You're kind of spoken for.

@Royals pic.twitter.com/7fHPX1chjc

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) February 8, 2016

The Royals try to save the relationship.

@Chiefs Don't worry, you're still our #1. pic.twitter.com/pqNUvnI6Zn

— Kansas City Royals (@Royals) February 8, 2016